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On October 12, Taylor Swift made her first publicly televised appearance of the season by attending the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Detroit Lions game at Arrowhead Stadium.
She donned a black Chiefs jersey, adorned with “Kansas City Chiefs” in red and white lettering.
According to People, she accessorized with gold jewelry — including stacked necklaces, earrings, and rings — all visible during the telecast.
Signature Look: Makeup, Hair & Accessories
Swift’s bold red lips and winged black eyeliner complemented her ensemble. Her hair was styled into a ponytail with bangs, enhancing her iconic aesthetic. She sat in a suite beside Travis Kelce’s parents, Donna and Ed Kelce, as well as WNBA star Caitlin Clark.
Although she had attended earlier Chiefs games (on September 14 and September 28), those outings were not aired to the public. People reported that October 12 marked her first broadcasted showing this season.
A New Season, A New Chapter
While Swift had been present at past games, this was the first time she appeared in broadcast coverage this season.
Her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl, dropped on October 3. In June, an insider told People that Swift was eagerly anticipating more opportunities to support Kelce during the NFL season:
“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 shared.
“Her schedule is much more open now that the Eras Tour is wrapped and she’s genuinely excited to have the time and flexibility to show up for Travis more consistently.”
Engagement & Scheduling Freedoms
This year marks the first time Swift can attend Kelce’s games without international tour obligations. The pair publicly announced their engagement on August 26, via a joint Instagram post.
The post included images of Swift’s engagement ring (designed by Kelce) set against a floral backdrop, captioned:
“Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married.”
Evolution of Game Day Fashion
Swift’s stadium-style has transformed since she first began showing up at Chiefs games. Last season, she sported looks by high-end labels like Louis Vuitton and Chanel, per People.
For Super Bowl LIX, she diverged from team colors and opted for white, accessorizing with a “T” charm necklace repurposed from her 2025 Grammys red carpet look.
Though she quietly attended the Chiefs’ home opener on September 14, it wasn’t until October 12 that she made a full-fledged TV appearance. Meanwhile, she’s also been actively promoting The Life of a Showgirl via a press tour following its October 3 release.
This season, Taylor Swift’s presence at Kansas City Chiefs games has become more visible—and meaningful. With her touring commitments concluded, she’s taking full advantage of free time to support Travis Kelce more visibly.
Her October 12 appearance at the Chiefs–Lions game stands as her first broadcasted public outing of the season, showcasing her evolving fashion, renewed schedule flexibility, and her growing public support of their engagement.