The celebrity hotspot served as the perfect backdrop for the couple’s four-hour dinner outing, where the group enjoyed good food, great company and a well-deserved evening away from their busy schedules.
With the Kansas City Chiefs clinching the AFC’s top playoff seed, Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are ready to enjoy some well-deserved time together.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce go out to dinner with famous friends in New York
For the stylish occasion, Swift turned heads wearing a $5,500 Stella McCartney oversized blazer paired with Sheertex tights, Medusa platform boots and a chic Versace mini bag, as seen in the photos of PEOPLE.
Her football star boyfriend Kelce stayed close to her side, holding her hand as he wore a brown cardigan over a dark shirt, brown pants, dark shoes, glasses and a black baseball cap.
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Travel New York in style
Qualley embraced the New York winter chill in a burgundy coat, black stockings and classic accessories, while her husband Antonoff opted for a more relaxed vibe with jeans, a yellow top and a black puffer jacket.
The long-standing friendship between Swift and Antonoff and professional partnership were undoubtedly a topic of conversation at the table. The two have collaborated on several of Swift’s iconic projects, including her recent and critically acclaimed 11th studio album, The Tortured Poets Department.
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Travis Kelce enjoys time off with Taylor Swift
It was a milestone week for Kelce, who made his name in Kansas City Chiefs history with a record-breaking performance against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Wednesday. The star tight end made eight receptions for 84 yards and scored a game-winning touchdown, helping the Chiefs to a dominant 29-10 victory.
When he scored a touchdown in his 77th career, Kelce has officially surpassed franchise legend Tony Gonzalezwho previously held the record with 76 touchdowns. This historic achievement not only cemented Kelce’s legacy with the Chiefs, but also sent fans and analysts on social media into jubilation.
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Although Swift wasn’t present at the game, the pop superstar still made his support clear. Swift enjoyed celebratory segments from the Kansas City Chiefs, the NFL and Kelce’s “New Heights” podcast, all of which highlighted the tight end’s monumental accomplishment.
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Travis Kelce comments on his record-breaking performance
After reaching the incredible milestone of his 1,000th career reception and setting a new Kansas City Chiefs all-time record with his 77th touchdown catch – surpassing Hall of Famer Tony Gonzalez – Kelce reflected on the significance of those accomplishments and about what they both mean to him personally and professionally.
“It’s everything for me. Tony was a mentor to me. He was always there for me, no matter what questions I had,” Kelce said after her win. “I feel like I’m still trying to follow in that guy’s footsteps. He’s such an incredible competitor and I have so much love for him and it’s just an honor to be in (these) conversations with him.”
Kelce secured another spot in the NFL record books by posting the longest streak of any season with at least 90 receptions OptaStats. The 35-year-old star began Wednesday’s game with 89 catches and finished the season with an impressive 97 catches. This achievement marks the seventh consecutive season he has reached this milestone and further solidifies his reputation as one of the league’s most reliable and consistent playmakers.
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What lies ahead for Travis Kelce?
With the Kansas City Chiefs clinching the No. 1 seed in the AFC playoffs, Kelce and Swift will be enjoying some well-deserved time together. Kelce’s next scheduled game isn’t until Jan. 5, and with the Chiefs already guaranteed home-court advantage in the playoffs, the star tight end technically doesn’t even have to play in the final game of the regular season.
This break in Kelce’s demanding schedule means he and Swift have more time to relax and enjoy each other’s company without the usual NFL pressure. As for the postseason, all eyes will be on Arrowhead Stadium, where Taylor has become a familiar face in the luxury suite, cheering on her boyfriend.
If the Chiefs continue their winning streak, fans could even see Swift supporting Kelce all the way to the Super Bowl in February. For now, the couple seems ready to make the most of this rare break together amidst their busy schedule.
