Watch: Taylor Swift’s epic reaction to Travis Kelce after Juan Soto’s lead-off homer against Guardians
Taylor Swift’s appearance with her boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, was in the spotlight during Game 1 of the National League Championship Series between the New York Yankees and Cleveland Guardians at Yankee Stadium on Monday.
The pop icon was caught on camera reacting to Juan Soto’s epic lead-off home run in the third inning, which electrified the ballpark. Sitting in one of the luxury suites, Swift’s surprised gesture towards Kelce quickly became a trending moment on social media.
Swift and Kelce, who have been in the spotlight for their appearances at high-profile sporting events, were seen enjoying the game while wearing black caps and matching coats. Their reactions have been closely followed throughout the game, especially following Soto’s 109.7 mph bomb into the Yankees bullpen, his first in the 2024 playoffs.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s appearance at Yankee Stadium comes following a weekend in New York City, where they were spotted having dinner with Hollywood couple Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds.
Swift, who is reportedly taking a break from her record-breaking Eras Tour, will soon return to the stage in Miami, but for now, she’s soaking up the sports scene.
Taylor Swift has become an audience-driving force in the world of sports.
Since dating Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift has been seen all around NFL stadiums supporting him, causing TV ratings to spike whenever she’s on. This has caused mixed opinions, as she has proved successful for TV broadcasters, with many Swifties tuning in for every game. On the other hand, many football fans have also expressed their discontent with the reduced focus on the sport itself.
The ALCS between the Yankees and Guardians already promises to be one of the most exciting and popular events of the year, as the Bronx Bombers are one of the most popular baseball teams in the world. The appeal of adding Taylor Swift into the mix has made the matchup even more interesting for casual fans of the sport.
Taylor Swift’s presence at Yankee Stadium isn’t just about adding celebrity appeal to baseball; it also highlights her growing popularity and influence across popular culture, especially sports.