Taylor Swift’s Dad Scott Swift Reacts to Travis Kelce Lifting Up His Daughter on Stage

In a heartwarming and surprising moment during her Eras Tour stop at Wembley Stadium in London, Taylor Swift brought out NFL star Travis Kelce to join her on stage.

The interaction between the pop superstar and the Kansas City Chiefs tight end quickly went viral, with fans praising the sweet moment. However, the reaction from Taylor’s dad, Scott Swift, added another layer to the story.

According to sources close to the Swift family, Scott Swift was initially taken aback when he saw Travis Kelce lift his daughter during the concert.

“Taylor’s dad Scott was definitely surprised to see Travis pick her up like that in front of the whole stadium,” the insider revealed. “He’s very protective of Taylor, so I think he was a little worried about the optics of the situation.”

Despite his initial reaction, Scott Swift later reached out to Travis Kelce to express his gratitude but also to offer a warning. “After the show, Scott sent Travis a message congratulating him on the great performance, but he also made sure to remind him about the dangers of getting too close to his daughter in a public setting like that,” the insider shared. “He just wanted to make sure Travis understood that Taylor is his little girl and he has to be careful about how he interacts with her, especially in front of thousands of people.”

Scott Swift has always been fiercely protective of his superstar daughter. Over the years, he has kept a close eye on Taylor’s relationships and public interactions, wanting to ensure that she is always safe and respected. “Scott adores Taylor and he’ll do anything to keep her out of harm’s way,” the source continued. “He’s always been that way, even before she became this massive global icon, so when he saw Travis lift her up like that, he definitely had a moment of worry, even if it was just meant to be a fun, playful thing between friends.”

Interestingly, this isn’t the first time Scott Swift has felt the need to intervene when it comes to Taylor’s relationships. Back in 2013, there were reports that he had a tense conversation with then-boyfriend Harry Styles after the two were spotted getting cozy at the Grammy Awards. In 2016, there were rumors that he had a similar talk with Tom Hiddleston after his highly publicized romance with Taylor. “Scott is just very protective and he’s not afraid to let the guys in Taylor’s life know where he stands,” the insider explained. “He cares about her well-being more than anything, and he’s not going to just sit back and let anyone, even a famous athlete like Travis Kelce, cross any lines when it comes to his daughter.”

Despite the potential concerns, it seems that Scott Swift’s message to Travis Kelce was ultimately one of positivity and appreciation. The source said that the NFL star was receptive to Scott’s words and assured him that his intentions were purely innocent. “Travis was really grateful that Scott reached out to him,” the insider revealed. “He told Scott that he has the utmost respect for Taylor and their family, and that he would never do anything to jeopardize that. Travis said he was just caught up in the moment and wanted to have some fun with Taylor on stage, but he completely understands Scott’s perspective as a dad.”

The source added that Scott Swift was ultimately satisfied with Travis Kelce’s response and that the two men were able to have an open and productive conversation about the incident. “At the end of the day, Scott just wants to make sure Taylor is protected and respected, no matter who she’s dealing with,” the insider said. “He knows Travis is a big star in his own right, but as Taylor’s dad, he has to make sure everyone knows where the boundaries are, and it seems like Travis totally got that and was very gracious about it.”

Fans of both Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have been gushing over the viral moment from the Wembley Stadium show, praising the two stars for their fun and playful interaction. While Scott Swift may have initially had some concerns, it’s clear that he ultimately appreciated Travis Kelce’s understanding and commitment to respecting the Swift family. “Scott is just so proud of Taylor, and he wants to do everything he can to make sure she’s safe and happy,” the source concluded. “Even if that means having to have a little chat with one of the biggest athletes in the world. As a dad, he’ll always put Taylor first, no matter what.”