Tom Brady may have been one of the biggest names in attendance at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce‘s wedding, but he wasn’t one of the last guests standing. The seven-time Super Bowl champion was spotted quietly leaving Madison Square Garden on Friday night, hours before the newlyweds’ lavish reception reportedly wrapped up.
Photos obtained by Page Six showed Brady keeping a low profile as he sat in the backseat of a waiting vehicle outside the iconic New York City venue. Per the outlet, Brady was seen departing the celebration while many guests remained inside enjoying the festivities. The retired NFL star reportedly kept his head down as photographers captured his exit from the venue.
His arrival also drew attention because he attended the star-studded event solo. While many guests arrived alongside spouses, significant others, or family members, Brady appeared to enjoy the evening on his own.
Brady Has Previously Spoken Highly Of Travis Kelce
Although Brady and Kelce spent years competing against one another in the NFL, the former quarterback has repeatedly praised the Kansas City Chiefs star.
Last year, Brady opened up about Kelce’s ability to balance his football career with life in the spotlight. “It’s all part of growing up,” Brady said while discussing Kelce’s increasingly public life.
He also predicted a bright future for the Chiefs tight end. “I really think Travis is a great player. I’ve gotten a chance to cover him a lot,” Brady explained. “He’s going to go into the Hall of Fame as one of the great tight ends. I enjoy covering him.”
Brady then appeared to reference both Kelce’s football success and his relationship with Swift, saying, “Seems like things are going great.”
NFL Stars Showed Up In Force To Celebrate Travis Kelce
While Hollywood celebrities dominated many of the headlines surrounding the wedding, the sports world was heavily represented throughout the celebration. Several of Kelce’s current and former Kansas City Chiefs teammates were spotted in New York ahead of the wedding festivities.
Patrick Mahomes attended with his wife, Brittany Mahomes, showing support for his longtime teammate and close friend. Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt and wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster were also among the football stars connected to the event.
The wedding also served as a reunion for many of the people closest to Kelce throughout his football career. His brother, retired Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce, served as best man during the ceremony, while Kylie Kelce joined him for the celebration.
Chiefs head coach Andy Reid was also in attendance, underscoring the strong bond Kelce has built with the organization throughout his career. Meanwhile, fellow NFL tight end George Kittle attended with his wife, Claire Kittle, highlighting the friendship the two stars have developed through Tight End University and their shared position.
Los Angeles Rams star Cooper Kupp was reportedly among the sports figures celebrating the couple as well.
Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Chose Dior For Their Big Day
According to a statement from Swift’s longtime publicist, Tree Paine, both Swift and Kelce wore Christian Dior Haute Couture designed by creative director Jonathan Anderson. The designer reportedly described Swift’s gown as his “first couture wedding dress for a world-renowned celebrity.”
The couple completed their wedding-day looks with custom Christian Louboutin shoes, while Swift accessorized with Cartier jewelry. Rather than having traditional bridesmaids and groomsmen, the couple reportedly gave special roles to their siblings. Swift’s brother, Austin Swift, served as her man of honor, while Kelce’s brother, Jason Kelce, stood beside him as best man.
One Of The Most Star-Studded Weddings In Recent Memory
Brady’s appearance added another major name to an already stacked guest list that included actors, musicians, athletes, and media personalities. With approximately 1,000 guests reportedly invited, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding quickly became one of the most talked-about celebrity events of the year.
And while Brady may have slipped out before the final dance, the wedding brought together some of the biggest names from both the entertainment and sports worlds.
