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Cosmopolitan
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Police reveal plan to keep women safe this summer, amid a rise in violence at concerts
After witnessing a small but significant enough rise in violence against women and girls during Taylor Swift's Eras tour last summer, the Metropolitan Police is upping its presence and tactics at large music venues and nearby transport hubs over the coming months. Last night, there was an increased number of police at Dua Lipa's Wembley Stadium performance. The force say this decision is just one part of their wider strategy to help end violence against women and girls, in line with the government's pledge to halve incidents by 2034. 'Why concerts? Well, in large part, because of what we saw last summer with Taylor Swift coming to London,' said Ben Russell, Deputy Assistant Commissioner leading on the scheme, when speaking to Cosmopolitan UK. 'We police festivals and events in London every day, but we're talking about over 3 million people coming to stadiums. It's a big undertaking and presents different challenges from a policing perspective.' Police have pledged an additional 5,000 officer shifts to help boost awareness of their presence on the ground and to keep watch for suspect behaviour; some officers will be in plain clothes. The increased patrols began on 5 June at Beyoncé's Tottenham Hotspur Stadium performance – during which a man was caught upskirting (taking non-consensual photos up a woman's skirt). He is currently on bail while enquiries continue. 'We're there to engage and talk to people, but there's also a harder edge to what we're doing,' explains Russell. 'We're looking at the crowd and trying to spot people we think shouldn't be there and who don't fit in.' He adds that while the amount of crime recorded at concerts is relatively low and that people shouldn't be put off from attending, the Met still hopes to be a deterrent, especially given many victims of sexual assault choose not to report incidents. 'Some of these people [offenders] will stay at home and decide not to come out because we're stopping people, making arrests, and sending [them] on their way.' Known sex offenders and those wanted by the police will also be detected by live facial recognition cameras, and instructed by the force to move on from the area. Elsewhere, the Deputy Assistant Commissioner is keen to stress that stadium security staff and stewards are well-versed in their roles and the majority are on board with the mission of ending harms against women. However, 'one of the security staff at a venue was filming women in the crowd and they were kicked out. I'm sure the employer will take action there, that's not something that is acceptable,' he says. 'I think [him being kicked out though] shows the commitment of event organisers in taking action.' The Met is well aware that many have lost faith in the police following the damning Casey report two years ago, which found the force to be institutionally racist and misogynistic. Few women will ever forget the likes of serving officer Wayne Couzens, found guilty of raping and murdering Sarah Everard, nor David Carrick, a serial rapist who was allowed to continue serving despite numerous complaints being made against him. 'We know that people in the public feel we have let them down. This is about wanting more women and girls to engage with us, to feel positive, to feel supported,' Russell acknowledges. 'We are there to protect the public [but] we know we've got more work to do. Officers wake up every day trying to make a difference and rebuild the trust.' As well as concerts, the Met has a broader strategy to tackle violence against women and girls in London, known as the V100 project, which uses data to track and target the most harmful offenders (the list of whom changes monthly). A Rapid Video Response pilot has also been introduced, wherein if you report an assault to the Met Police they're quickly able to capture video as evidence. 'We're already seeing some of the results; we've more than doubled the charge rate for rape since 2022.' Cosmopolitan UK has requested the exact figures for this. When responding to news that the Met is pouring more resource into patrolling concerts, Andrea Simon, Director of End Violence Against Women (EVAW), said while an increased police presence might help some people to feel safer, in order to actually tackle male violence and abuse 'we need to look beyond the criminal justice system; we cannot police our way out of violence against women'. Simon adds that 'many women don't want to report to the police when they have been subjected to harassment or abuse'. According to Rape Crisis, only one in six women who are raped file a report – compared to one in five male victims – while just one in four women report other types of sexual assault. Concurrently, the BBC writes that one rape in London is reported every hour. 'Preventing women and girls from being harassed, assaulted or abused requires an approach that goes across the whole of society – from education in schools to equipping health care workers to identify abuse and signpost to support, to provision of housing for women and children fleeing abuse, and more,' Simon details. 'Ending violence against women is everyone's business and we need to see greater investment in prevention campaigns that raise awareness of how to safely intervene as a bystander, as well as sustainable funding for the life-saving specialist support services women rely on. Services which are chronically underfunded and often on the brink of closure.' It's a sentiment that Gina Martin agrees with; she is a gender equality activist and author who led the charge in making upskirting a crime after experiencing it firsthand at a festival. 'More policing isn't a solution. The data shows us policing overwhelmingly doesn't bring justice to victims and logically, the police role comes after harassment or violence has already taken place.' From Martin's standpoint, preventative measures that incentivise bystander action and investment in safe spaces run by sexual violence and harassment professionals would be a more effective approach. 'We need the Government to consult with specialists on prevention rather than just increase policing, as if that will solve anything." This isn't the first time people have questioned how likely police-endorsed schemes are to work, especially when it comes to them being enforced long term. Ask for Angela is the name of an initiative set up by Hayley Crawford, District Commander for Bassetlaw (Nottinghamshire Police), in 2016. Crawford is the patron of Ask for Angela, a non-profit organisation, and decided to create the scheme while working as the Sexual Violence (Prevention) Lead for Lincolnshire County Council. Last year Cosmopolitan UK reported that 'Ask for Angela', which is advertised in music venues and other entertainment sites, like bars and clubs, was ineffective in many areas (despite well-intentioned proprietors). It was found that some venues displayed 'Ask for Angela' posters, encouraging guests to use the code word 'Angela' with staff if they felt in an unsafe situation (such as a date) in order to receive help and support, but many workers had not been trained in the scheme – and some were unaware of it entirely. Clearly, there's a long way to go before all venues – be they sold out stadiums or the local pub – are fully equipped and committed to ending violence against women and girls; police schemes like this cannot be viewed as the cure. It's only with true, widespread educational work, that takes the public along with the cause, and by properly funding the organisations working directly with women and girls who've experienced violence, that real positive change can occur. Jennifer Savin is Cosmopolitan UK's multiple award-winning Features Editor, who was crowned Digital Journalist of the Year for her work tackling the issues most important to young women. She regularly covers breaking news, cultural trends, health, the royals and more, using her esteemed connections to access the best experts along the way. She's grilled everyone from high-profile politicians to A-list celebrities, and has sensitively interviewed hundreds of people about their real life stories. In addition to this, Jennifer is widely known for her own undercover investigations and campaign work, which includes successfully petitioning the government for change around topics like abortion rights and image-based sexual abuse. Jennifer is also a published author, documentary consultant (helping to create BBC's Deepfake Porn: Could You Be Next?) and a patron for Y.E.S. (a youth services charity). Alongside Cosmopolitan, Jennifer has written for The Times, Women's Health, ELLE and numerous other publications, appeared on podcasts, and spoken on (and hosted) panels for the Women of the World Festival, the University of Manchester and more. In her spare time, Jennifer is a big fan of lipstick, leopard print and over-ordering at dinner. Follow Jennifer on Instagram, X or LinkedIn.
Irish Post
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Post
Two brothers, one tour, and zero chill
WHERE do you want to start? Last August, Oasis fans everywhere thrilled to the news that Noel and Liam Gallagher had kissed and made up. 'The guns have fallen silent' said Liam on X, breaking the long-awaited news that they were putting the band back together for a stadium tour. Since then practically every week has brought fresh updates, rumours and quirky stories, some of which may even be true. ShowBiz has been assiduously squirrelling them away, and can now answer 20 of the most burning issues surrounding the tour. 1 Why are they even doing it? It's unlikely to have been prompted by a sudden desire for each other's company. The main motivation is probably financial. The success of Taylor Swift's Eras tour has undoubtedly rung up dollar signs like a Vegas slot machine in Noel's eyes, especially now that his coffers have been severely denuded by a recent £20m pay out (plus £8m mansion) to ex-wife Sara MacDonald. Or maybe (I said maybe) he's simply decided that he wants something a little more dignified for the Oasis legacy than 15 years of social media handbags with RKid. 2 So it's all quiet on the Bolton front? 'It's all done peace has prevailed he's the man I can't wait to be on stage with him blowing him kisses in between each song', ran Liam's characteristic stream-of-consciousness post on X. But just in case the unthinkable happens and the brothers start getting one each other's nerves once again, a 'military style operation' will be put in place to keep them apart as much as possible. We're talking separate dressing rooms, separate transport and separate VIP backstage areas. In short, according to 'a source' in The Mirror, ''Noel and Liam are reuniting, but don't for one minute think that this is a tour about brotherly love and going out night after night and being together 24/7. They will effectively be separate entities that come together for necessary promotional work and the gigs. Other than that, they will be apart for much of this reunion.' 3 Sounds good. So who are the support acts? For the UK and Ireland tour it's Richard Ashcroft and Cast. Some might say (they have) that they should have used the opportunity to showcase newer acts, such as Fontaines D.C. Liam's reply? 'To all the folk who are crying about us not showing love to the young bands and not letting them support there's LEVELS to this game and I'm afraid 99 p cent of ya are way off.' Members pf Fontaines D.C. responded by saying they 'couldn't really give a shit', to which Liam commented 'Fuck them little spunkbubbles I've seen better dressed ROADIES.' So, no Fontaines, then. 4 Just how big is the tour? Though initial press releases mentioned just two concerts in London, Edinburgh and Dublin, and four in Manchester, the tour has now been extended to 41 dates taking in North America, Australia, South America and Asia. 5 What was the Great Oasis Ticket Scandal about? Two words: dynamic pricing. When booking lines opened for the gigs on 31 August, 10 million fans logged on – the biggest concert launch ever witnessed in the UK As people waited in the queue, the prices steadily rose, meaning that by the time they landed on the payment page their only option was to pay £300 per ticket. Following a huge backlash, dynamic pricing was scrapped for the second round of sales, meaning fans could bag tickets for a friendlier starting price of £74.25. 6 We expect Liam was hugely sympathetic to the fans' plight, though You think? Responding to complaints on X, the mouthier Gallagher jeered 'Oasis are back your welcome,' before describing Oasis fans as the 'rudest in the world', telling them to 'shut up', and that he's 'sick of this s***' "Some days I just think to myself why do I even bother", he added. Liam also taunted fans with claims he has 'loads' of spare tickets, but 'there [sic] really expensive 100 pounds kneeling only'. He was clearly having a ball. When asked what their mum thought of the reunion, he said, "She's gutted she couldn't get a ticket'. When another fan wrote, "Not to be rude but if I'm not able to get tickets I hope the concerts get cancelled," he replied, "That's exactly what Peg said unbelievable attitude." 7 So what's likely to be the real cost to fans? Research by Wonderwallets, part of the Barclays Consumer Spend report, estimates £1.06bn will be spent by the 1.4 million fans attending the 17 UK tour dates – more than £766 a person. That includes tickets, accommodation, £75 on food and drink, £60 on merchandise plus travel and new outfits – presumably there are a lot of dad bods out there who have outgrown their '90s Harringtons. 8 How much money are the boys likely to make? Oasis are set to earn an estimates £50 million per show from ticket sales, merchandise, and other revenue streams. 9 Oh yeah, the merch – we're talking bucket hats and parkas, yeah? Oh, that's just the thin end of the wedge. Noel and Liam are said to have filed paperwork to secure trademarks which will allow them to flog everything from branded clothes and stationery to dental floss, moisturiser, fly swatters, ironing board covers and even Christmas wreaths. Think Middle-Lidl meets Britpop. 10 Speaking of Lidl… Last October the launch of Liam's new fashion collection didn't quite go to plan, with fans joking that the red, blue and yellow colourways made it look like he was wearing a 'Lidl jacket'. Lidl immediately got in on the act by taking out a billboard ad for their 24p 'jacket' potatoes on Oldham Road in Manchester right next to a mural of Liam wearing the £400 Berghaus coat. 11 Yet more Lidl The supermarket chain had also previously unveiled a blue plaque in Liam's honour at one of its Manchester stores after the star 'almost played' there after problems at the nearby Co-op Live arena. Asked by a fan at the time what he would do if his shows were affected, Liam responded: "Gig in Lidl." Lidl responded "We're gonna roll with it." That Manc bants, huh? 12 Why haven't we read any joint official interviews from the brothers about the tout? Good question. Via his favourite means of communication, X, Liam wrote 'We don't want to do interviews coz we're scared of the media asking us intrusive questions and trying to pick holes in our relationship.' It's also, he added later, because he 'can't be arsed'. 13 Let's hope they don't palm us off with new material and neglect the classics Scant risk of that. Although rumours have been flying about a new album, fuelled by teasing comments by Liam on X, there's been no sign of any new music emerging. So expect a night of all the greatest hits – just like watching an Oasis tribute band, then, but a bit better. 14 Apropos, the tribute bands must be having a field day Indeed. You can exclusively hire Definitely Oasis, Noasis, Oasish, and The Liam and Noel Experience, The Madchester Experience, Fakermaker, and Standing On The Shoulder Of Oasis for between £850-£2000 – the amount that a small group of unlucky punters would have shelled out for a group booking for Oasis gigs during dynamic pricing. 15 Oasis v Blur Of course, to give the tour that authentic '90s vibe, Oasis's arch-nemesis Blur should really launch their own comeback gigs on the exact same dates as Oasis. The next best thing comes in the form of a new comedy play by novelist and former A&R man John Niven, which follows the rivalry between the two bands which dominated the Britpop era. The action takes place in the summer of 1995 when Blur's Country House raced Oasis's Roll with It to the top of the singles charts; Blur went on to win that battle, but the band's Alex James graciously later admitted that Oasis won the war. The Battle – billed as 'based (mostly) on real events' – is heading out on a UK tour in 2026, prior to a run in the West End. Of course, age mellows the spikiest among us and the two bands have since buried the hatchet and Noel has even collaborated with Damon Albarn. In an interview last year, Noel ruminated on what his younger self would think of that. 'It would depend entirely on what side of the bed I got out of on that day', he said. 'If you caught me on a good day I'd be like, yeah, I could see that happening…On a bad day, I'd fucking knife myself in the bollocks.' 16 What about Robbie Williams? What about him? He and the Gallagher boys were mates once, then they fell out, but if there's any residual animosity these days they're mostly being too gown-up to voice it. Indeed, Robbie, who is also on tour this year, has been quick to acknowledge that the reunion is a significant cultural moment. 'The soap opera alone will either be exciting and or ghoulish to watch. As for the shows? They're gonna be incredible, off-the-scale special… a healing moment for our country. 'Liam Gallagher reading his phone on the toilet would be more charismatic and intriguing than 99.9% of the world's population at their most enigmatic. All he has to do is stand there and sing for the audience to be guaranteed their money's worth,' he said, cheekily adding and 'Noel will be there too.' Did he plan for his tour to compete with Oasis? 'No, I didn't', he said on Instagram. 'When Oasis get back together, there is no competing, really. So no, it's not a competition, even though it bloody is.' 17 The Manchester tourist board must be mad for it You bet. The city is said to expect a £100m boost from the five Heaton Park gigs, with 90 per cent of the city's hotel rooms already booked up - and at premium rates, too. On 11 July, for example, a poky windowless room at The Britannia, which normally goes for £39, will set you back £234. Airbnb owners can presumably charge whatever they like. Local hospitality is also in for a massive boost. Savvy brothers Paul and Mark Gallagher – no relation – have already opened a massive second branch of their Oasis-themed bar Definitely Maybe – 'a shriiiiiine of all things Oasis' – on the old site of Black Dog Ballroom in the Northern Quarter. 18 It's also a boon for the counter-culture Some far-sighted Manc fans have apparently taken the precaution of stashing drugs in the bushes of Heaton Park. Drug and alcohol rehab facility Providence Project told The Sun that they 'would warn organisers to be vigilant". 19 Any chance of a surprise Glastonbury appearance? None. Not only has Liam confirmed Oasis won't appear but he's trashed everyone who does. 'NO full of drips', is his expressed view of Worthy Farm. So that's that. Unless of course it's a really fiendish double bluff. 20 Care to read more? Two new books have been released about Noel and Liam; more will surely follow. You can get stuck in to the succinctly named Gallagher by PJ Harrison, which focuses on the lives and relationships of the bros, or Live Forever by John Robb, which is more concerned with their musical journey. But these are just the latest ones; there's obviously a huge backlist of biographies, behind-the-scenes reveals and books focusing on specific eras or albums, including Brothers by Noel and Liam's lesser known sibling Paul. Though to be honest there's nothing in any of them that you can't find on the net.
Fashion Network
10 hours ago
- Business
- Fashion Network
UK retail weak in May says ONS data, fashion lags but reasons for June optimsim abound
Non-food stores sales volumes — the total of department, clothing, household and other non-food stores — fell by 1.4% over the month, mainly because of falls in clothing and household goods stores. Retailer comments mentioned reduced footfall and consumers having completed home projects earlier than usual this year because of good weather, leading to lower sales in May. Meanwhile online spending values fell by 1% month on month and 2.5% year on year. Total value spend across in-store and online fell by 2.4% over the month and as a result, the proportion of sales made online rose from 26.8% in April 2025 to 27.2% in May. So nothing to write home about there. But what did analysts and industry insiders think of it all? Deann Evans, MD EMEA, at online shopping giant Shopify, said retailers will be disappointed, especially after consecutive rises. She said the 3.4% inflation rate may have been partly to blame, or perhaps the lasting effects from April's increases in annual domestic bills and National Insurance contributions. But she also sees 'reason to be optimistic that the summer months and warmer weather will inspire increased consumer spending and a return to sales growth. According to our Shopify data for May, UK consumers were busy preparing for aquatic fun with sales of Pool Floats & Loungers (+101%), Child Swimming Aids (+74.7%) and Swim Goggles & Masks (+62.4%) all rising significantly compared to April. 'Perhaps even more impactful will be the cultural moments that summer brings. Just like we saw with Taylor Swift's Eras tour last year, the 'Beyoncé Effect' is in full swing as she brings her Cowboy Carter tour to the UK. Our data reveals a significant increase in the sales of western fashion items last month compared to May 2024, such as denim shorts (+52%), cowboy hats (+288%) and belts (+62%). With Glastonbury Festival and the Oasis tour close on the horizon, there is a significant opportunity here for retailers to capitalise — provided they have the right tools and systems in place. A strong digital presence and social media strategy are particularly key to winning the lottery ticket of celebrity influence and having the right people notice your products, and retailers must keep this front of mind this summer.' And Jim Rudall, regional director EMEA at email and marketing automation platform Intuit Mailchimp also said it was a disappointing month, 'especially with high expectations for a boost around the May bank holidays — which our New E-Commerce Calendar report ranks as the top two shopping moments for UK consumers in May (based on spending propensity).' But he too sees some bright spots on the horizon given the aforementioned cultural moments plus Royal Ascot and the FIFA Club World Cup. That New E-Commerce Calendar he mentioned revealed major entertainment events and music festivals prompted 15% of shoppers to make purchases in the last two years, 'offering brands the chance to ride a cultural wave and flex their personalities'. And of course Father's Day will impact June with Intuit Mailchimp research having identified it 'as the most significant shopping moment for June'. Meanwhile, Oliver Vernon-Harcourt, head of retail at Deloitte, said:'For the first time this year, retail sales fell more than expected, as two bank holidays and further good weather were not enough to entice spending. A late Easter combined with the sunniest April on record brought some seasonal sales forward, [and] continued inflationary pressures from food, furniture and household goods hampered sales volumes. 'Overall, consumers remain cautious in the face of persistent inflation, increased utility costs and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty. While this transpired into fewer purchases in May, there is a broader picture of improving household finances. Consumers have been saving at one of the highest levels on record, and with robust real wage growth, this could generate some helpful tailwinds for the retail sector throughout the rest of 2025. With warm weather set to continue, retailers will hope to see a boost from the sale of summer food, clothing and outdoor offerings, resulting in a return to growth in the months ahead.' And Jacqueline Windsor, Head of Retail at PwC UK highlighted how the 'gloomier weather also impacted demand for new season's fashion, with clothing retailers reversing a quarter of improving sales performance, making it the worst-performing category in May. 'The fact that retail sales fell back in May was not a surprise given the unusually strong performance the previous month. However, it does underline the fragility of consumers' spending power and the retail sector in the current economic climate.'
Hindustan Times
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Two reasons Taylor Swift is looking forward to boyfriend Travis Kelce's 2025 NFL season
NFL star Travis Kelce's romance with Taylor Swift is one of the most talked-about topics in the sports world, and the pop star is looking forward to the 2025 NFL season with much more vigour than ever before. Taylor Swift has been seen cheering for Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs ever since the duo started dating back in 2023. Her presence in the games has brought a new wave of fans into the NFL. Now, according to multiple reports, she is looking forward to the 2025 season more than ever for two reasons. According to a report by People, Taylor Swift is especially 'looking forward' to boyfriend Travis Kelce's upcoming NFL season. A source quoted in the report revealed that it was the case 'not just because she loves supporting Travis, but because for the first full season since they started dating, she's not juggling a packed tour schedule'. 'This fall will be completely different. It's the first season where she's not constantly flying back and forth or working around an entire touring calendar,' the insider elaborated. Both the pop star and the Kansas City Chiefs tight end have been quite busy professionally ever since their romance started. Taylor Swift's record-breaking Eras tour kicked off in Glendale, Arizona, back in 2023 and ended in Vancouver in December 2024. 'The past two seasons were a whirlwind between performing across multiple countries, long flights, and trying to squeeze in alone time together wherever possible. It wasn't easy, but they made it work,' the source said. Now, the 'Blank Space' singer is thrilled to be able to focus on her romance with the athlete and cheer him on during football season. The second reason is said to be the couple's looming marriage question. According to a report by the Daily Mail, once Travis Kelce 'is done playing football', the conversation will shift to marriage. The outlet had earlier reported that the tight end expects the 2025 season to be his last.
Pink Villa
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
5 times Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were rumored to be married or expecting a baby
Fans of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are once again speculating about a secret marriage after a wedding invitation from NFL player Cole Kmet's ceremony went viral. The invite named Taylor and Travis Kelce at Table 13, Swift's well-known lucky number, and Swifties quickly jumped to conclusions. But this isn't the first time marriage or baby rumors have surrounded the couple. From lyrics to viral videos, the Swift-Kelce timeline is full of moments that sparked wedding and baby talk. Here's a look back at every time Taylor and Travis were at the center of these rumors. The viral wedding invite that sparked June 2025 speculation about Travis and Taylor wedding rumor In June 2025, a photo shared by wedding planner Ellie Nottoli got Swifties buzzing. The image was from the wedding of Chicago Bears player Cole Kmet and Emily Jarosz. Each guest had a personalized envelope, and one stood out: 'Taylor and Travis Kelce' at Table 13. Fans immediately noticed the use of 'Kelce' as Taylor's last name and her favorite number on the table card. Nottoli tried to clarify things, saying Taylor and Travis weren't even at that wedding. She explained that the seating card was part of a decorative display and that the real Taylor and Travis were attending another event in Tennessee. Still, the image caused a stir online. One fan wrote, 'TAYLOR AND TRAVIS KELCE?! EXCUSE ME,' while another said, 'This feels like something we shouldn't be seeing.' Some fans remained skeptical. A few pointed out that the omission of Taylor's last name could have been done for design purposes. Others argued that if they were truly married, the card should have read Travis and Taylor Kelce. But the idea stuck, and speculation around a secret marriage grew rapidly online. Earlier engagement hints and baby rumors in 2024 and 2025 Even before the viral seating card, there were several hints that had fans convinced an engagement or baby announcement might be on the horizon. In May 2025, reports surfaced that Taylor and Travis were getting serious, and sources suggested they had discussed taking the next step in their relationship. Page Six Radio even reported that the couple might get engaged after Kelce retires from the NFL. In September 2024, insiders told US Weekly that the couple had talked about marriage and starting a family in 2025. While there were no confirmations, sources close to them said they were on the same page about building a future together. Around the same time, fans began analyzing Taylor's outfits and lyrics for clues. In April 2025, Travis Kelce's appearance at an Amazon event led to online rumors that he was hiding a wedding ring. Nothing was confirmed, but fans speculated the couple had married quietly or were planning a ceremony away from the public eye. Public moments that kept Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's marriage speculation alive The speculation around the couple began almost as soon as they started dating. In July 2023, Travis Kelce attended Taylor Swift's Eras Tour stop in Kansas City and tried to give her a friendship bracelet with his phone number. He later revealed on his podcast New Heights that she didn't accept it, she doesn't talk before or after shows to save her voice, but fate still brought them together. By September 2023, the two had gone public, with Taylor showing up at a Chiefs game. From there, things moved quickly. They were seen holding hands, attending parties, and traveling together. A major moment came in November 2023, when Taylor changed the lyrics in her song Karma during a concert in Buenos Aires. She sang, 'Karma is the guy on the Chiefs coming straight home to me,' before running into Travis's arms for a kiss. They shared more public moments through late 2023 and early 2024, holiday events, romantic getaways, and a very public Super Bowl kiss in February 2024. In June 2024, Travis made his first appearance on Taylor's Instagram, posing with Prince William, Prince George, and Princess Charlotte during a London concert. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's ex-boyfriends and girlfriends Before dating Travis, Taylor had a string of high-profile relationships. Her most recent and longest-lasting was with British actor Joe Alwyn, whom she dated for six years until early 2023. She was briefly linked to Matty Healy after that. Her other well-known exes include Harry Styles, Calvin Harris, Tom Hiddleston, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Taylor Lautner. Travis Kelce, on the other hand, previously dated Maya Benberry, the winner of his dating show Catching Kelce, and influencer Kayla Nicole, with whom he had an on-again, off-again relationship for five years. Compared to past relationships, Taylor and Travis have been far more public and affectionate. They regularly attend each other's events, are seen together at family gatherings, and mention each other in interviews and on social media.
