Taylor Swift has continued to dominate headlines throughout early 2025 and the news surrounding the global music icon today has sparked much discussion online already. As the Super Bowl approaches, fans are eager to know if she’ll be appearing at the event to support her boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. There’s also the ongoing legal dispute surrounding the hit film It Ends with Us, which has now drawn Swift into it.
Taylor Swift news update for February 9, 2025
As of February 9, 2025, Taylor Swift is making headlines for both her personal relationships and her involvement in a high-profile legal dispute. Here are all the details.
Travis Kelce Praises Taylor Swift’s Work Ethic Ahead of Super Bowl
Kansas City Chiefs’ tight end, Travis Kelce, lauded his girlfriend Taylor Swift’s dedication during a recent press conference leading up to Super Bowl LIX. He described her Eras Tour as “excruciating” on both her body and mind, expressing admiration for her perseverance and noting that he could “take a lot of notes from” her commitment. The Chiefs are set to face the Philadelphia Eagles at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on Sunday. (via BBC)
In related news, rumors have circulated about Swift potentially joining Kendrick Lamar during the Super Bowl halftime show. While Swift and Lamar have a history of collaboration, including the 2015 “Bad Blood” remix, Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes suggested that Swift is unlikely to perform, as she plans to focus on supporting Kelce during the game. (via Talk Sport)
Taylor Swift’s Involvement in Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s Legal Dispute
Taylor Swift has found herself entangled in a legal battle between actress Blake Lively and director Justin Baldoni. Reports indicate that Swift feels used by Lively after being mentioned in Baldoni’s countersuit related to the film It Ends with Us. Alleged text messages from Lively referred to herself as “Khaleesi” and to Swift as one of her “dragons,” implying Swift’s support in her dispute with Baldoni. Swift is reportedly upset about being drawn into the conflict and wishes Lively had not involved her. (via Page Six)
Despite the legal tensions, sources close to Swift and Lively assert that their friendship remains intact. They have a long-standing relationship, with Swift being the godmother to one of Lively’s children and previously collaborating on various projects. Swift has not publicly commented on the legal proceedings and appears to be maintaining a neutral stance amid the dispute. (via People)
Michael Rapaport Wants to See Taylor Swift Cry at the Super Bowl
Actor and comedian Michael Rapaport made headlines this week after expressing his hopes to see Taylor Swift emotional if the Kansas City Chiefs suffered a loss in Super Bowl LIX. During an interview on the 94WIP Morning Show With DeCamara & Ritchie on February 4, Rapaport stated, “I hope to see Taylor Swift cry,” adding that he was curious if her mascara would hold up after what he hopes will be a “ginormous” defeat. The Chiefs, led by quarterback Patrick Mahomes and tight end Travis Kelce, will face off against the Philadelphia Eagles at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on Sunday.
