NFL star Travis Kelce made a solo appearance at Patrick Mahomes’ annual 15 and the Mahomies Vegas Golf Classic Gala, but even without his famous girlfriend by his side, Taylor Swift presence was unmistakable.
Held on Thursday, May 15, the glamorous charity event drew attention not only for its cause but also for an unexpected auction item—a signed guitar by Swift. Although it wasn’t confirmed whether Swift personally donated the guitar, it immediately caught the attention of the crowd and Kelce himself.
As the announcer unveiled the item, Kelce jokingly stood up and quipped, “I just realized I have that already,” prompting hearty laughter from the audience. The moment was lighthearted but highlighted how intertwined Kelce and Swift have become in both their public and private lives. The guitar was later sold for an impressive $15,000.
Kelce’s appearance this year stood in contrast to the 2024 gala, where he and Swift appeared together, much to the delight of fans. That year, Swift had generously added a pair of Eras Tour tickets to the auction list. Kelce made the announcement in his signature playful tone, saying, “All right, all right, all right now! I think I was just talking to my significant other. We might have one other auction item that wasn’t on the docket.”
He continued, “Has anyone heard of the Eras Tour? There might be a fun game where there are four tickets to the Miami, New Orleans, or Indianapolis dates when the Eras Tour comes back to the United States. Does that fire anybody up?”
Swift’s global Eras Tour, which began in 2023 and is set to run through the end of 2025, has shattered records and captivated millions. While Swift was absent from this year’s event due to her busy touring schedule, her influence was clearly still felt.
Kelce, who has become increasingly open about his relationship with the Grammy-winning artist, appeared in high spirits throughout the evening. Fans and attendees alike couldn’t help but feel the enduring charm of the Kelce-Swift connection—even when only one of them is in the room.