Taylor Swift stole the spotlight at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards, but she didn’t forget to express her gratitude to her boyfriend, Travis Kelce.
During the glamorous ceremony hosted by Megan Thee Stallion on September 11, Swift snagged the coveted Moon Person for Video of the Year for her collaboration with Post Malone on the chart-topping track “Fortnight.” Though Kelce, the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback, wasn’t at the event, Swift made sure he received a heartfelt shoutout in her acceptance speech—a moment that sent fans into a frenzy.
In her speech, Swift reflected on the video shoot, sharing that she was greeted by energetic cheers from Kelce after each take. “That one person was my boyfriend Travis,” she said, adding, “Everything this man touches turns to happiness and fun and magic.”
Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for MTV
Fans were quick to react to Swift’s affectionate acknowledgment of Kelce. One user expressed on social media, “If Taylor Swift had settled at any point in her life, she wouldn’t have found the magic, fun, and happiness she’s always deserved.” Another commented on the strong support they clearly share, noting, “It’s clear she values Travis Kelce’s support and presence in her life.”
But the VMAs weren’t just about expressing love—Swift had a remarkable night overall. She was nominated in 12 categories and took home seven awards, surpassing Beyoncé’s record of 26 VMA wins. With her new total now standing at 30, she tied for the most all-time wins. Among her accolades were Song of the Summer for “Fortnight,” Best Pop, and Artist of the Year.
Swift also made headlines recently for her political stance, publicly endorsing Kamala Harris for president on Instagram following the first debate between Harris and former President Donald Trump. However, during her VMAs acceptance speech, she opted to focus on a more somber note by honoring the victims of 9/11, stating she was thinking of “everyone who lost a loved one and everyone that we lost,” emphasizing that this heartfelt sentiment took precedence over the night’s festivities.