By C. J. De Mel, Jadetimes News
A Special Guest Appearance
At Taylor Swift's latest London show, fans were in for a treat as Kansas City Chiefs player Travis Kelce made a surprise appearance. Donning a top hat and tails, Kelce joined Swift on stage for the performance of "I Can Do It With a Broken Heart." During the routine, Kelce showcased his versatility by carrying Swift on stage and even applying makeup to her face with a brush. This marked the first time Kelce had joined Swift on stage during her Eras tour, much to the delight of the audience.
Fan Reactions
Kelce's stage presence was met with enthusiasm from fans, who quickly shared videos of the athlete dancing and kicking his heels. The unexpected appearance left many fans in disbelief, with one user on X (formerly Twitter) expressing surprise, saying, "If you would’ve told me a year ago that Travis Kelce would be on stage with Taylor Swift, I wouldn’t have believed you." Additionally, many were struck by Kelce's impressive height of 6ft 5in, especially those unfamiliar with American football.
Gracie Abrams and Surprise Performances
The concert featured other notable moments, including the first live performance of "Us," a duet with singer Gracie Abrams that was released last week. Swift also surprised fans with a mashup of "Out of the Woods," "Is It Over Now?" and "Clean."
Celebrity Attendance
Swift's Eras tour has attracted a host of celebrities. At Sunday's show at Wembley Stadium, Sir Paul McCartney was seen dancing and accepting friendship bracelets from fans. Phoebe Waller Bridge and Andrew Scott of "Fleabag" fame were also spotted in the crowd. Actor Hugh Grant, who attended a previous show, praised Kelce on social media, writing,
"Dear @taylorswift13, You have an incredible show, an amazing and v hospitable team and excellent if gigantic boyfriend"
Dave Grohl's Playful Jibe
Meanwhile, the Foo Fighters performed in London over the weekend, with frontman Dave Grohl referencing Swift during their set. Grohl humorously referred to their tour as "the errors tour" and seemingly took a playful jab at Swift by stating that the Foo Fighters "actually play live."
Royal Encounter
Adding to the weekend's excitement, Swift posted a photo with Kelce, Prince William, Prince George, and Princess Charlotte, who had attended her Friday show as VIP guests. This royal selfie was notable as it was the first time Swift had shared a picture with her boyfriend on social media. Despite their high profile status, Kelce and Swift have been open about their relationship, which became public in September last year when Swift attended her first Kansas City Chiefs game.
Eras Tour Highlights
Swift's Eras Tour has been a major success across the UK, with performances in Edinburgh, Liverpool, and Cardiff. The tour features a comprehensive selection of hits from her extensive discography, including albums like "1989," "Red," and "Midnights." Fans can look forward to Swift's return to Wembley in August for five more dates.
