Taylor Swift Reportedly In Talks To Headline Halftime Show As Travis Kelce Nears Final NFL Season

Taylor Swift has conquered the music world countless times, but now, she could be stepping onto the NFL’s biggest stage.

Following the pop superstar’s recent engagement to Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce, rumors have swirled that the 14-time Grammy winner is in talks to perform at the Super Bowl halftime show.

While Swift has never taken the legendary slot before, she might be joining a long line of music icons, including Beyoncé, Rihanna, Shakira, and Lady Gaga, who have all made the halftime stage unforgettable.

Recently, an insider told the Daily Mail that talks are indeed happening for Swift to headline the next Super Bowl, scheduled for February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

Fans eager for confirmation may not have long to wait, as the source said “the NFL would like to make the announcement sometime right before Thanksgiving.”

According to the outlet, once confirmed, the NFL plans to set up a commercial and photo shoot to make sure everything is ready for February.

Contracts are expected to be finalized by October. The source also noted that the singer isn’t the only possibility.

Roc Nation, Jay-Z’s company, has reportedly explored adding a country twist to the show by inviting Post Malone and Jelly Roll.

One significant factor reportedly boosting Taylor Swift’s interest in the halftime show is her fiancé.

The insider shared that Travis is entering what many believe could be his final NFL season.

According to them, if the Chiefs were to make it to a historic third consecutive Super Bowl, Swift performing during halftime would create the ultimate shared memory for the couple.

Even if it doesn’t happen next year, the source noted that Swift “would love to do the show a few years from now so Travis can experience it and not be in the locker room if the Chiefs just so happened to be in the game.”

The insider also emphasized that while the “Cruel Summer” hitmaker is enthusiastic about the opportunity, she doesn’t need it to validate her career, which has already reached a $1.6 billion valuation.

Meanwhile, Travis is still on cloud nine after proposing to Swift.

The NFL star shared his excitement on an episode of his “New Heights” podcast, admitting he still gets “giddy” when referring to the songstress as his fiancée.

Travis described the engagement as “exciting” and “awesome,” expressing how special it was to introduce Swift as his fiancée to his teammates at a recent game.

He emphasized the importance of personalizing a proposal to suit one’s partner, advising others to “know your gal” and tailor the moment to their significant other’s preferences.

The couple announced their engagement on August 26, sharing joyful pictures on Instagram with the caption, “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married.”

Travis also revealed that the wedding planning is underway, though he hasn’t given much thought to his bachelor party yet.

As wedding plans continue, Travis’s brother, Jason Kelce, is hoping to get a front-row role on his

The 37-year-old recently expressed his hope to serve as best man at his brother’s celebration during an appearance on the “Bussin’ With the Boys” podcast.

Jason acknowledged that Travis has many close friends but playfully added, “Hopefully, I’m the best man. We’ll see.”

He also praised the couple’s supportive relationship, noting that Taylor Swift truly understands and appreciates Travis.

While the wedding date and details remain unannounced, Jason’s heartfelt comments have sparked speculation and excitement among fans.

Swift’s wedding dress is already causing a buzz, with experts saying it could be as unforgettable as Princess Diana’s iconic 1981 gown.

Fashion insiders have predicted that the star’s dress will set trends and inspire future brides for years to come.

Per The Blast, Cassie LaMere, founder of Cassie LaMere Events, said it will be “studied and copied” across the fashion world, just like Diana’s dress was.

Fashion director Nicala La Reau also added that it will be a “love song in couture,” perfectly capturing Swift’s storytelling magic through style.

While the gown’s exact details are still a secret, speculation points to famous designers such as Oscar de la Renta, Vivienne Westwood, and Zuhair Murad.

Fans are already imagining the moment their favorite walks down the aisle in a show-stopping gown that mixes elegance, drama, and romance.