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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Dave Skretta

Emmy Awards 2026: Why did Taylor Swift skip the star-studded ceremony?

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  • Taylor Swift was at the Arrowhead Stadium on Monday night alongside Tom Cruise to watch her new husband Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs play the Denver Broncos.
  • The fixture marked the first NFL match Swift has attended since her high-profile wedding to Kelce at Madison Square Garden on 3 July.
  • Swift skipped the Emmy Awards in Los Angeles to attend the game, although she appeared in a pre-recorded comedy sketch broadcast during the ceremony.
  • Jason Kelce revealed during ESPN's pregame show that actor Adam Sandler officiated the couple's star-studded wedding ceremony.
  • Travis Kelce opted to return for a 14th season with the Chiefs alongside quarterback Patrick Mahomes following speculation about his potential retirement.

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Taylor Swift skips Emmys to watch husband Travis Kelce’s NFL return alongside Tom Cruise

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