Travis Kelce Jokes Taylor Swift 'Gonna Kill Him' After Mishap in New Heights Promo

The NFL star's hilarious on-set blunder has fans in stitches, but his fiancée may not be amused.

Feb. 3, 2026 at 10:15pm

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During the filming of a promo for their podcast 'New Heights', Kansas City Chiefs player Travis Kelce accidentally broke the chair he was sitting on, immediately joking that his fiancée, singer Taylor Swift, 'is gonna kill him.' The moment quickly went viral on social media, with fans offering Kelce reassurance and making light of the incident.

Why it matters

Kelce and Swift's relationship has been a source of entertainment for fans since they began dating in 2023. The couple's engagement last summer was a highly publicized event, and their upcoming wedding is eagerly anticipated. This latest mishap provides a humorous glimpse into their relationship and the playful dynamic between the two celebrities.

The details

In the promo video, Kelce can be seen excitedly discussing the upcoming episode of 'New Heights' with his brother Jason when he suddenly falls backward as the chair he was sitting on breaks. Kelce immediately starts cursing and says, 'Taylor's gonna kill me.' The moment has since been widely shared on social media, with fans joking about Kelce's 'Texas-sized' frame and assuring him that Swift will likely forgive the incident.

  • The promo video was filmed on February 3, 2026, ahead of the upcoming episode of 'New Heights'.

The players

Travis Kelce

An NFL player for the Kansas City Chiefs who is engaged to singer Taylor Swift.

Taylor Swift

A popular singer-songwriter who has been dating Travis Kelce since 2023 and got engaged to him last summer.

Jason Kelce

Travis Kelce's brother, who co-hosts the 'New Heights' podcast with him.

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What’s next

The couple is set to get married on June 13, 2026 in Rhode Island.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the playful and lighthearted nature of Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's relationship, even as they navigate the challenges of fame and public scrutiny. Fans are enjoying the humor of the situation, though they may wonder if Swift will truly be as amused as Kelce hopes.