Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce's engagement countdown begins: Report
What's the story
The whirlwind romance of Grammy-winning singer Taylor Swift (34) and Kansas City Chiefs player Travis Kelce (35) is reportedly moving toward an engagement!
A source close to the couple told Page Six that their friends have initiated a "countdown" to the expected proposal.
The insider also disclosed that Kelce has been serving as Swift's "protector" behind the scenes throughout their year-long relationship.
Emotional security
Swift finds 'tremendous peace' in relationship with Kelce
Despite the recent controversies, including a failed terror plot at her Vienna concert and online attacks for supporting Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris, Swift reportedly finds "a tremendous sense of peace" in her relationship with Kelce.
"Travis is her protector in every sense of the word. He is going to make sure she is physically safe and emotionally safe — he is not going to do anything careless or reckless with her," the source told Page Six.
Safety measures
Swift's safety concerns impact attendance at Kelce's games
Sources have also revealed that Swift won't be attending any of Kelce's games this year due to safety concerns.
These concerns arise from threats made during her Vienna concerts and other incidents.
An insider close to Swift said, "She's not going anywhere unless she knows the venue intimately, and it has been thoroughly scouted and secured in advance."
Anticipated reunion
Fans eagerly await Swift-Kelce reunion post 'Eras Tour'
Reportedly, fans are excited to see a reunion between Swift and Kelce after the singer wraps up her Eras Tour in Vancouver on December 8.
The couple was last spotted together at Yankee Stadium watching a baseball game, and later at the US Open Tennis Tournament.
Meanwhile, Kelce has been quite vocal about missing the Blank Space singer during the final leg of her tour while she's busy with concerts.