Pop superstar Taylor Swift surprised her boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, with a special gift to celebrate his recent recognition as the Pulsinelli Athlete of the Year at the Kansas City Sports Awards on August 27th.
Swift, known for her thoughtful gestures, decided to mark Kelce’s achievement with a customized luxury car. She ordered a bespoke Ferrari Purosangue, Ferrari’s latest SUV model, valued at up to $400,000, to delight Kelce.
Sources close to the NFL star revealed that Swift wanted to honor her boyfriend with something extraordinary, knowing his passion for luxury cars. Kelce, who already boasts a car collection worth over $1 million, will soon welcome the $400,000 Ferrari Purosangue into his assortment.
The car, adorned in Chiefs red and featuring Kelce’s jersey number, 87, is not just a luxury SUV but a high-performance marvel. It comes equipped with a naturally aspirated 6.5L V12 engine, generating 715 horsepower and 520 lb-ft of torque, accelerating to a top speed of 192 mph. The customized vehicle is set for completion and delivery to Kelce by October, just in time for his birthday.
Kelce earned the Pulsinelli Athlete of the Year award for his outstanding on-field accomplishments, notably becoming the NFL’s career leader in postseason receptions post the Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory in February. At the award ceremony held at the Kansas City Downtown Marriott Muehlebach Tower, Kelce took the stage to the iconic tunes of the Beastie Boys’ “Fight For Your Right,” reminiscent of his memorable victory speech after the Super Bowl.
During the 51st annual event, Kelce engaged in a one-on-one interview addressing his philanthropic work, emerging career opportunities beyond football, and the prospects Chiefs fans can anticipate in the upcoming NFL season. He expressed his gratitude to the community and fans, appreciating their unwavering support over his 12-year tenure. Kelce emphasized, “I’ve been here 12 years, and I love the support. That’s why I came out tonight—to make sure you see the faces of the people who love you as much as you love them. I appreciate you guys so much.”
The spotlight on Kelce’s charitable initiatives, especially through his 87 & Running Foundation supporting underprivileged children in Kansas City, underscored the event. Reflecting on his upbringing in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, Kelce shared, “I realized that it’s not the same in every city, so I really wanted to give back to that community and give kids who didn’t have opportunities.”
As Kelce readies for the upcoming NFL season, the outpouring support from his community, team, and superstar girlfriend fuels his passion. With a custom Ferrari en route, Taylor Swift’s affection for the NFL star transcends mere spectatorship in the stands.
