Welcome to Swiftly Explain! Today, we’re diving into the latest “crumbs” from Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s relationship, focusing on their big wins at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards and their sweet, low-key moments together this March. With fans eagerly awaiting new music, let’s recap what we learned from Taylor’s acceptance speech, her subtle Easter eggs, and a glimpse into her time off with Travis.
Taylor’s iHeartRadio Music Awards Sweep
The Swifties had high hopes that Taylor would attend the iHeartRadio Music Awards in person—after all, she had been nominated for a number of categories and was likely to win big. But much to everyone’s surprise, Taylor didn’t show up to the event. Instead, she sent a heartfelt video message, thanking the fans for their continued support. Her message was filled with gratitude for the dedication of her listeners, saying, “Thank you so much to iHeart and thank you mainly to the fans… you made these songs for the last couple of decades into what they became.”
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Despite her absence, Taylor’s success at the awards was undeniable. She won all six of her nominations, including Best Surprise Guest (which was, of course, Travis Kelce) and Tour of the Century for her incredible Eras Tour. Fans were thrilled, especially with Travis being recognized as the “surprise guest” of the year. His appearance at one of Taylor’s shows in 2024 was a “time-stopping moment,” and many fans are still reeling from the magic of that night.
Easter Eggs and Reputation Teases
In her acceptance speech video, Taylor’s fans quickly spotted a subtle Easter egg: the necklace she wore, which was shaped like a snake, reminiscent of the iconic look from her Look What You Made Me Do music video. This has fueled speculation that Taylor could be teasing a Reputation (Taylor’s Version) release. Of course, as always with Taylor, nothing is confirmed, but the possibility of a Reputation re-release is enough to send Swifties into a frenzy.
Though Taylor didn’t premiere any new music, she did offer a special treat to fans: a high-definition video of her Mirrorball performance from the first night of the Eras Tour. “I wanted to revisit the very first night of this tour and give you an exclusive performance from the first night of the Eras tour two years ago,” Taylor shared. The performance was a beautiful, nostalgic moment for fans, and it reminded everyone why Taylor’s Eras Tour was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Travis’ Special Gift
Travis Kelce also made an appearance in Taylor’s life recently, both through his support at the iHeart Awards and in a more personal way. Taylor was seen wearing a stunning $32,000 Cartier watch, a Christmas gift from Travis, during her video message. Fans couldn’t help but joke that the moving camera during her acceptance speech was “Travis being her personal tripod,” showing just how close they are. Taylor looked radiant, glowing with happiness as she thanked the fans for their endless love and support.
Low-Key Dates and Cute Moments
Outside of the glitz and glamour of award shows, Taylor and Travis have been seen enjoying private, low-key dates together. While Swifties were hoping for a bit more public PDA, they only received a few blurry photos of the couple. But we’re all happy to see them together and clearly going strong. Travis also delighted fans during a New Heights podcast episode when he sang Taylor’s hit 22 after a fan mentioned they were 22 years old. It was a sweet, lighthearted moment that showcased just how much Travis is embracing Taylor’s music and legacy.
Travis also reminisced about the first time he worked with Taylor on Saturday Night Live and how they had a bit of a comedic mishap. “The first time we did it was with Taylor when she hosted… but it didn’t make it to air. We ended up doing it with Blake Lively,” he shared. It’s moments like these that remind us of the long history between Taylor and Travis, even before they became a couple.
Eras Tour Dancers Celebrate the Two-Year Anniversary
In another touching moment, Taylor’s Eras Tour dancers gathered together to watch the Eras Tour movie to celebrate its two-year anniversary. It was a heartwarming reunion, and the dancers’ fondness for Taylor is evident. This shows just how much the tour meant not only to fans but also to those involved in bringing it to life.
Gracie Abrams, who opened for Taylor during the Eras Tour, also took a moment during her iHeart Radio Awards acceptance speech to thank Taylor. “To the incredible artists who have allowed me to share their stages… Taylor and Olivia and Noah… you’ve made these moments unforgettable,” she said, acknowledging Taylor’s impact and the special bond they share.
The Wait for New Music and Eras Tour Documentary
As March winds down, fans are still eagerly waiting for the release of the Eras Tour documentary, which Taylor had been seen recording during the tour. While we haven’t gotten the full documentary yet, Taylor did share a new HD video of her Mirrorball performance, giving fans a small but precious gift. Fans are hopeful that more new content will arrive soon, but as always, Taylor is keeping us guessing.
With the iHeartRadio Music Awards and their private moments together, it’s clear that Taylor and Travis are still going strong, both in their relationship and their careers. Fans are holding onto every crumb of information, eagerly awaiting the next chapter in both their love story and Taylor’s musical journey.
Stay tuned for more updates, Swifties—we’ll be here to explain it all as it unfolds!