It’s a love story: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married
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At a glance
- Pop star Taylor Swift and football player Travis Kelce married in a private ceremony at Madison Square Garden, officiated by Adam Sandler.
- The wedding was attended by numerous celebrities and featured custom designer attire for the couple.
- The event, dubbed "America's royal wedding," took place amid heavy security and was a closely watched celebrity affair.
Pop music megastar Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce have tied the knot, with the singer's publicist confirming the marriage on Friday. The ceremony took place at Madison Square Garden in New York, capping a three-year relationship.
JUST&T MARRIED!
Comedian Adam Sandler officiated the star-studded event, which saw Swift's brother, Austin, serve as "man of honor" and Kelce's brother, Jason, as best man. The couple wore custom creations by Christian Dior, with Swift choosing Cartier jewelry. No photos of the wedding have been released.
We follow her because we love her so much. That’s pretty cool.
Guests spotted arriving at the venue included Jennifer Lopez, Ed Sheeran, Jimmy Fallon, and Abby Wambach, among other notable figures. The event, described as "America's royal wedding," was held under tight security. Fans, known as "Swifties," gathered outside, with some displaying signs referencing Swift's lyrics.
I wanted to see Taylor Swift because I do really like her music.
The wedding occurred on a day when temperatures in New York exceeded 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 degrees Celsius). The Empire State Building was illuminated light blue in the evening, a traditional nod to "something blue" for good luck. Preparations for the event involved days of unloading food and scenery into the arena, with reports suggesting over 1,000 guests were invited.
I think she’ll write some cute songs about it.
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