Travis Kelce Opens Up About Taylor Swift Engagement Calling Her the Person He'll Spend His Life With

Travis Kelce is eagerly anticipating his role as a devoted husband!

The 35-year-old Kansas City Chiefs tight end publicly discussed the reactions to his engagement to Taylor Swift for the first time during the latest installment of his “New Heights” podcast, where he affectionately praised his future wife.

“I’m grateful for everyone who reached out and sent well wishes, along with all the social media posts and the general enthusiasm surrounding this,” Travis commented in a sneak peek of the “New Heights” episode scheduled for Wednesday, September 3, which was distributed through the podcast’s official X platform.

The acclaimed NFL player further stated, “It’s been genuinely enjoyable sharing with everyone the person I intend to spend the remainder of my life with.”

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Within the same video segment, Travis’ sibling and fellow host, Jason Kelce, initiated an ovation for both Travis and Swift, who is also 35, describing their engagement announcement as the “Instagram revelation that resonated globally.”

On August 26, Travis and Swift publicly revealed their engagement through a shared Instagram update, featuring images captured during their intimate proposal in a Lee's Summit, Missouri garden, which occurred a few weeks prior.

“Your English teacher and your gym teacher are tying the knot,” read the caption accompanying the photos of the instant Travis knelt to propose to the “Fortnight” artist.

Travis presented a proposal ring featuring an old mine brilliant cut diamond on a gold band, custom-crafted by Kindred Lubeck of Artifex Fine Jewelry.

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According to jewelry specialist Nilesh Rakholia, the ring’s value is estimated between $950,000 and $1,270,000. “The diamond appears to be comfortably within the 7–10 carat bracket, instantly categorizing it among the most memorable celebrity engagement rings,” Rakholia informed Us Weekly.

Jason, aged 37, had already conveyed his thoughts on the significant announcement at the beginning of the “New Heights” episode from Wednesday, August 27.

“A colossal new development has just emerged,” he declared. “We taped this podcast on Monday, which is Travis’ sole day off. Consequently, he isn't present to discuss it personally, but the ‘New Heights’ team felt compelled to convene and extend immense congratulations to Travis and Taylor on their engagement. The proposal that echoed across the globe. Absolutely amazing!”

While featuring on the “Bussin’ With the Boys” podcast’s Tuesday, September 2, installment, the former Philadelphia Eagles center expressed his desire for Travis to choose him as the best man for the wedding.

“I’m hopeful to be the best man. We’ll find out. Trav has many friends,” Jason remarked. “I’m simply wishing for the chance.”