When pop sensation Taylor Swift started dating Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, their relationship instantly became one of the most talked-about celebrity pairings. Kelce, known for his standout NFL performances, has been making headlines this season not only for his on-field feats but also for the high-profile support he’s been getting from Swift in the stands. As the couple’s relationship gained momentum, it wasn’t just fans who were impacted by their romance—Kelce’s teammate Mecole Hardman Jr. and his fiancée, Chariah Gordon, found themselves unexpectedly thrust into the spotlight, too.

When Chiefs WAG Chariah posted a sweet PDA pic with Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce last October, she had no idea it would go viral. “I didn’t expect it to go viral in the way that it did,” Gordon admitted, surprised by the massive attention it drew. Despite the frenzy, Gordon only has positive things to say about Swift, calling her “fun, loving, and sweet.” She also appreciates the support from Swift’s fans, adding, “They show me nothing but love… it is genuine.” The friendship between the two WAGs brings extra excitement to game day!

It was a picture from October 2023. The sweet snap captured her sharing a moment with Hardman while Swift was seen affectionately kissing Kelce beside them in the Chiefs’ VIP suite. Little did Gordon know the image would go viral. Reflecting on the sudden attention, she admitted she initially “freaked out,” wondering if she’d unintentionally done something wrong by posting the personal moment.

In reality, there was nothing but positivity surrounding the photo. Fans flooded Gordon’s social media with appreciation, admiring her for sharing a candid look inside the suite life. Despite her initial surprise, Gordon eventually embraced the enthusiasm, laughing it off. “I mean, it’s just good times with good people that I care about,” she explained. The support even extended to Swift’s dedicated fanbase, the “Swifties,” whom Gordon said have shown her “nothing but love.”

Since then, Gordon and Swift have grown closer, often cheering on their partners together. Gordon describes Swift as “fun, loving, and sweet,” sharing that the global superstar is genuinely down-to-earth. Their friendship, marked by game-day excitement and mutual support, has added an extra layer of joy to Chiefs games. What began as a candid snapshot has blossomed into a cherished friendship and a fan-favorite moment, proving just how powerful one photo can be.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s viral photo sparks fan frenzy—and a new game day tradition

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce kicked off the Chiefs’ 2024 season with a bang, recreating their now-iconic couples photo with Kelce’s teammate Hardman and his fiancée, Chariah Gordon. The original snap, taken in October 2023 at Arrowhead Stadium, featured Swift sweetly kissing Kelce’s cheek, instantly going viral and giving fans an intimate peek into their relationship. Almost a year later, Gordon decided to share a sequel photo on Instagram after the Chiefs’ season-opening win, captioning it, “Part : ii <3 …” and sparking another internet-wide celebration.

Swift and Gordon’s friendship has grown stronger over the past year, bonding over game-day excitement and mutual support for their NFL star partners. Gordon said they both “have a good time and… are there to support our men.” It’s this genuine, down-to-earth vibe between the two women that fans adore, making each new photo even more special.

Social media exploded with excitement, with fans thanking Gordon for sharing the cherished moment and even calling her a “content queen.” The Swifties, in particular, were thrilled, leaving comments like, “Chariah breaks the internet part II” and “THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, CHARIAH!” It’s safe to say the Swift-Kelce romance—and the friendships they’ve sparked—has turned Chiefs games into must-watch moments for fans around the world. The recurring photo tradition only adds to the excitement, making fans eager to see what the duo will share next.