Taylor Swift gushes over Travis Kelce during MTV VMAs acceptance speech: ‘My boyfriend’

Swift took the opportunity to thank Kelce while accepting the award for Video of the Year

Kaleigh Werner
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Thursday 12 September 2024 06:20 BST
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Taylor Swift took a moment to appreciate Travis Kelce while accepting the Video of the Year award at the 2024 MTV VMAs
Taylor Swift took a moment to appreciate Travis Kelce while accepting the Video of the Year award at the 2024 MTV VMAs (Getty Images for MTV)

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Taylor Swift gave Travis Kelce a shoutout during her acceptance speech at the 2024 MTV VMAs.

After receiving the “Video of the Year” accolade for “Fortnite” featuring Post Malone, the Eras Tour frontwoman took a moment to thank someone close to her heart – the Kansas City Chiefs tight end.

“My boyfriend, Travis. Everything this man touches turns to happiness, fun, and magic, so I want to thank him for adding that to our shoot,” the Grammy winner said, taking a moment to honor her partner who couldn’t be with her at the ceremony.

The sought-after pair have been together for over a year but have yet to make their red carpet debut. Fans hoped the two might grace the cameras outside the UBS Arena in New York, especially after they were spotted at the US Open together over the weekend.

However, the NFL player and his brother Jason confessed they wouldn’t be there before Swift stepped out solo on September 11, wishing her good luck in their absence during the recent recording of New Heights.

Taylor Swift accepted the award for ‘Video of the Year’ alongside Post Malone
Taylor Swift accepted the award for ‘Video of the Year’ alongside Post Malone (Getty Images for MTV)

“Hopefully Taylor can walk away with a few! She’s nominated for about 10 of those things tonight,” Travis said after his brother admitted they both would be watching from home. “Hopefully, she can walk away with some Moonmen. Those are some of the cooler trophies.

“Stay on top! Here we go! Wishing everyone the best, though,” he added.

The Midnights performer took home more than just the coveted video award. Earlier in the night, she received the “Artist of the Year” award, “Best Collaboration,” “Best Pop,” and “Best Direction.”

Here is a full list of all the winners from the 2024 MTV VMAs.

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