Public Speculate Why Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Skipped the Met Gala 2025

They've walked countless red carpets — but not this one. As stars descended on the Met Gala in full glamour, two names were missing from the night's spotlight.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were noticeably absent from fashion's biggest night. But it wasn't because they weren't invited. According to sources close to the couple, the pair were invited to the 2025 Met Gala, held Monday night in New York City. However, their absence came down due to their conflicting schedules.

Still, the public isn't convinced. Online speculation ignited soon after red-carpet arrivals began. Social media platforms flooded with commentary, with netizens questioning the real reason behind the couple's decision to skip the high-profile event.

"As if there [sic] going to go when it's basically a Kardashians/ Jenner party 🤣," one person wrote, suggesting the guest list itself may have influenced the decision. Another user added, "She does not feel to me the 'met gala' type.. ie Kardashian's. Travis is because he loves attention the more the better. She nixed it [sic]."

Breakup rumors quickly surfaced. "No, they broke up," one user bluntly claimed. Others noted that the couple "are in the break up phase." Criticism also turned personal. A user responded to an old photo of Swift and Kelce with, "What's wrong with her nose. It's all red."

Another suggested that Swift was avoiding a potential encounter, "Prolly [sic] she thought Kanye West was gonna be there." Doubt over the couple's explanation deepened further. "Well… NFL is not in season right now, so, no need to push the fake story," a skeptical fan commented.

Some theorized Swift's absence was a stand against the event's recurring guest list. "Taylor doesn't go because she doesn't do the Kardashian and they are always invited I think that's why lol," one person wrote. Whether due to scheduling conflicts or personal preferences, the couple's absence at the Met Gala has become its own headline.

Swift's absence this year is even more striking considering her history with the Met Gala. She last attended the event in 2016. That year, she didn't just walk the red carpet, she co-chaired the gala. The theme was "Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology," a futuristic concept that embraced the intersection of tech and couture.

Her partnership with Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour played a key role in her appearance that year. On an episode of Vogue's podcast in 2016, Wintour spoke about the collaboration. She revealed how Swift embraced a bold new image for the occasion.

"We thought that we could take Taylor — who is a beautiful, beautiful girl but has been a little bit more conservative in her fashion choices — and turn her into an Hedi Slimane rock n’ roll girl," Wintour said. "What was so great was that she was completely up for it and loved it."

Swift's commitment to the theme was evident. Wintour shared how the singer reacted when asked to co-chair the gala. "She was so wonderful when I first rang her up… she called me back within minutes and said she would be thrilled," Wintour recalled.

When asked why Swift was the right choice to co-chair the 2016 Met Gala, Wintour highlighted both her cultural reach and connection to the event's theme. She said Swift's ties to technology aligned well with the exhibition's concept and noted that Swift was seen as a global icon among young audiences.

Wintour believed her involvement could help attract a broader and possibly younger demographic to the gala, particularly those who might not typically engage with the Met.

While Swift helped shape the tone of the 2016 Met Gala, Kelce has yet to make his debut at the Met. His absence alongside Swift in 2025 has only intensified speculation among fans.

We previously reported that the pop star's supportive appearance at the 2025 Super Bowl took an unexpected and negative turn when the crowd reacted with boos, igniting a heated online debate. Swift attended the 2025 Super Bowl to support her partner, Kelce, and his team, the Kansas City Chiefs, as they faced off against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Unlike last year, when Swift was greeted with cheers at the Super Bowl, this time, she was met with loud booing when shown on the stadium's video boards during the first quarter.

Seated next to rapper Ice Spice, the pop singer appeared surprised, giving a slight side-eye and wrinkling her nose in response. Swift and Kelce have been a high-profile sports-and-entertainment power couple since last season when Kelce first invited her to watch him play.

Their relationship gained widespread attention, especially after Swift made a last-minute journey from Tokyo to Las Vegas for last year's Super Bowl, where she was seen celebrating the Chiefs' victory grandly.

This year, however, the atmosphere was different. The game ended with the Eagles securing a dominant 40-22 victory over the Chiefs. This loss and Swift's unexpected reception made headlines and had netizens talking. But their reactions were varied.

Some users agreed with the crowd's response, expressing fatigue over Swift's frequent presence in NFL coverage. One commenter wrote, "She was booed by everyone! It's about time!" Another added, "Its not even necessary personal, just tired of seeing her, gawd [sic]!"

Others viewed the reaction as part of a broader trend, with one person saying, "Love the culture shift people are getting really tired of celebrities 😂 [sic]." Another user bluntly stated, "She didn't win any grammys, the Chiefs lost the super bowl, and Taylor was booed. This is a great start to 2025 [sic]!!!"

However, many fans were confused by the booing and defended Swift. One user pointed out, "Strange, considering she sold out that stadium on her own three times over less than 5 months ago."

Another wrote, "She's laughing because she's worth more than everyone else in the stadium combined 😂." Others questioned why Swift was being targeted at all, with one fan stating, "I never understood why they boo her. She's just supporting her boyfriend."

Another added, "More misdirected anger, all she's doing is sitting there. if y'all don't want to see Taylor Swift in any football spaces, take it up with the nfl who's been milking her fame since the start of her relationship [sic]."

Some responses went beyond defending Swift, calling out those who booed her. A user remarked, "Imagine booing Taylor Swift for …*checks notes*… existing and watching her boyfriend play a football game."

Even tennis legend Serena Williams, who performed at the Halftime Show with Kendrick Lamar, tweeted, "I love you @taylorswift13 dont listen to those booo [sic]!!"

Whether a sign of celebrity fatigue at sporting events or something else, the boos for Taylor Swift at the 2025 Super Bowl while she supported Kelce underscored the challenges of fame.