Taylor Swift’s run of appearances at Travis Kelce’s games may be hitting pause this weekend, with the singer reportedly expected to skip Sunday’s matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers.
Swift has been a familiar face at Arrowhead Stadium since first turning up to support Kelce in September 2023, and that habit has grown into a notable streak. According to Heavy, she has attended 14 straight Chiefs home games, with the last one she missed coming against the Chargers on Dec. 8, 2024, the final night of her Eras Tour.
That stretch has continued into 2026. Swift has already been at both of Kansas City’s home games so far, and she has also been present for every Chiefs home game this season. The Chiefs, who are 4-0 coming out of their bye week, host the Chargers on Sunday afternoon.
This time, though, Swift has another commitment in Los Angeles. The night before the game, she is scheduled to close out the Academy Museum Gala, according to Good Morning America. The event is co-chaired by Steven Spielberg, Kate Capshaw, and Robert Rodriguez, and will honor John Carpenter, Colman Domingo, and Charlize Theron.
Swift has never received an Oscar nomination, but she is reportedly aiming to change that with “I Knew It, I Knew You,” her original song from Toy Story 5. One insider who spoke to Rob Shuter’s Naughty But Nice said that means Kelce will be on his own for the weekend.
“Taylor loves cheering for Travis, but this weekend is about Taylor,” the insider said. “He has his career.
She has hers. And right now, hers involves winning an Oscar.”
The source also pointed to Spielberg as someone who could help Swift in that effort.
“Steven opens doors that even Taylor can’t open herself,” the source said. “This isn’t just another performance. It’s a chance to impress the people who actually vote for Oscars.”
“Taylor isn’t going to this gala just to sing,” the insider added. “She’s going to make sure Hollywood takes her seriously.”
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