Travis Kelce's charisma extends beyond the football field, as evidenced by his colorful dating history.
His recent romance with Taylor Swift has garnered significant media attention, but it’s not the first time Kelce has made headlines for his love life. In 2016, he participated in a reality dating show called Catching Kelce, where 50 women from across the United States competed for his affection. Maya Benberry emerged victorious, leading to a brief relationship.
However, the connection with Benberry was fleeting. Following their split, Kelce entered a more prolonged on-and-off relationship with Kayla Nicole, which lasted from 2017 until 2022.
In the summer of 2023, shortly after rumors of his involvement with Swift began circulating, Kelce shared insights into what he seeks in a long-term partner. “It’s not going to be immediate because of the stuff I’ve been through,” he explained during an episode of Kristin Cavallari’s podcast, “Let’s Be Honest.” He emphasized the importance of truly knowing someone before committing fully, stating, “I can’t just meet somebody and just automatically think that forever is just a day away.”
Benberry, who won Catching Kelce in November 2016, expressed her excitement during the finale, saying, “I just feel like the luckiest girl in the world. For that to be my man, and he's really my man now, it's just amazing that my dream guy is now mine!” Yet, their relationship ended soon after the show aired.
In 2017, sports journalist Kayla Nicole made the first move by reaching out to Kelce via social media. “Slid into that thang like it was third base,” she humorously recounted on Instagram in 2022. Their five-year relationship was marked by ups and downs, culminating in their final breakup in 2022. Following their split, rumors circulated about financial disputes regarding their dates, which Kelce promptly dismissed. “Don’t buy into that s—t,” he stated on “The Pivot” podcast in January 2023. “She had a very financially stable life.”
After his breakup with Nicole, Kelce maintained a low profile regarding his personal life. However, speculation arose when Hall was seen attending Kansas City Chiefs games alongside his mother, Donna Kelce. Although they never confirmed their relationship publicly, rumors persisted from late 2022 into early 2023.
The dynamic between Travis and Taylor Swift began to unfold after he made a bold move following one of her Eras Tour concerts in July 2023. He later revealed on his “New Heights” podcast that he wanted to give Swift his number at her show. A source confirmed their budding romance in September 2023, stating, “Taylor and Travis met shortly after he tried giving her his phone number at her show earlier this summer. They’ve only hung out twice.”
Swift made headlines again when she attended Kelce’s game against the New York Jets in October 2023, marking her second appearance at a Chiefs game after witnessing their victory over the Chicago Bears.
As their relationship continues to develop, fans are eager to see where this high-profile romance leads.
