Ed Kelce Hands Out Taylor Swift and Travis-Inspired Friendship Bracelets to Chiefs Fans: ‘He Was So Sweet’
There’s a new MVP of the Chiefs Kingdom — and this time, it’s not on the field. Ed Kelce, proud father of NFL star Travis Kelce, is winning hearts for his latest sweet gesture that perfectly ties together football and pop culture. Over the weekend, fans spotted Ed handing out friendship bracelets at the Kansas City Chiefs’ home game, and the small act quickly became a viral moment among Swifties and sports fans alike.
In a video that circulated online Sunday, Oct. 19, Ed can be seen smiling warmly as he gifts beaded bracelets featuring the names “Travis” and “Taylor” to fans wearing Chiefs gear. The bracelets, inspired by the fan-favorite Taylor Swift tradition, were handmade and passed out with genuine kindness — a moment that captured the family’s down-to-earth nature despite the enormous spotlight that now surrounds them.
Witnesses at Arrowhead Stadium said Ed took his time chatting with people, posing for photos, and spreading good vibes. “He was so sweet,” one fan told People. “You could tell he was enjoying every second. He wasn’t rushed or bothered — he was just there to share something fun with everyone.”
For many, it felt like another sign of how the Kelce family has embraced Taylor Swift’s presence in their world. Since the pop icon began dating Travis in 2023, her connection with the Chiefs community has grown into something that goes beyond celebrity fascination. From game-day appearances in the Kelce suite to her subtle nods in songs and fashion choices, Taylor has become an honorary member of the fanbase — and it seems Ed Kelce couldn’t be prouder to carry that energy forward.
The friendship bracelet has become one of the most symbolic gestures among Taylor Swift fans. It started with the Eras Tour, where concertgoers exchanged handmade bracelets with lyrics, references, and personal messages as tokens of connection. Travis himself once revealed that he tried to give Taylor a bracelet with his phone number on it — a moment that fans now see as the playful spark that began their relationship. So for Ed Kelce to join in on the tradition feels both full-circle and incredibly heartwarming.
“Ed has always been a people person,” another attendee told People. “He talks to fans, hugs people, and makes everyone feel like part of the family. Seeing him hand out those bracelets just made everyone’s day.”
Online, fans couldn’t help but gush over the gesture. Social media filled with posts calling Ed “the ultimate Swiftie dad” and praising how naturally he supports both his son and Taylor without ever making it about fame. “The Kelce family radiates love,” one user wrote. “You can tell where Travis gets his charm from.”
Behind the sweetness of the bracelets is also a reminder of how unique this celebrity crossover has been. The Kelces — known for their football grit and Midwestern humor — have blended seamlessly with Taylor’s creative, devoted fanbase. And through it all, both families have kept things grounded, showing that at the core of all the headlines and viral clips, it’s still about genuine relationships and kindness.
As Travis continues to dominate the field and Taylor’s global influence grows, moments like these prove that sometimes the simplest gestures — a small beaded bracelet, a smile, a shared laugh — can mean the most. Ed Kelce didn’t just hand out jewelry that day; he handed out joy, reminding everyone why this unlikely cultural fusion between football and music continues to capture the world’s attention.
