iHeartRadio Music Awards honor Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce with ‘Favorite Surprise Guest’ win

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce celebrated their success at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards, where Swift received the Tour of the Century award for her Eras Tour, and Kelce garnered nominations for his surprise guest appearances. The couple’s presence and achievements underscore their influence in music and sports, further solidifying their status as a power couple.

Though Taylor Swift may have walked the 2025 Grammy Awards empty-handed for The Tortured Poets Department, she certainly didn’t have to wait that long to savor the sweet taste of victory. Just prior to the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards, Swift, alongside her boyfriend and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, welcomed significant victories-their ever-growing influence in music and sports.

Following the Chiefs’ heartbreaking loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX, Swift and Kelce maintained a low profile. However, the high-profile couple reappeared publicly a month after the big game in Park City, Utah. Over the weekend, they were also spotted in New York City, sparking excitement among fans who were hopeful they would make a joint appearance at the iHeartRadio Music Awards.

While Swift and Kelce opted to skip the red carpet at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on March 17, their presence was still felt throughout the night. Swift was honored with the prestigious Tour of the Century award, recognizing the monumental success of her Eras Tour. Meanwhile, Kelce earned two nominations in the Favorite Surprise Guest category — first for his memorable appearance during Swift’s London Eras Tour stop and second for joining Morgan Wallen’s One Night at a Time tour in Missouri alongside Patrick Mahomes.

Kelce’s surprise cameo during Swift’s London show was one of the evening’s highlights. Dressed in a tuxedo and top hat, the 10-time Pro Bowler helped Swift with her “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart” intro, leaving the sold-out Wembley Stadium crowd in awe. Reflecting on the moment during his “New Heights” podcast with his brother Jason Kelce, Travis shared how the idea came about.

“I initially mentioned to Tay, I was like, ‘How funny would it be if I just rolled out on one of the bikes during the 1989 [section]?’ She started laughing, she was like, ‘Would you seriously be up for doing something like that?’ I was like, ‘What? I would love to do that, are you kidding me?’” Travis recalled. “I’ve seen the show enough, might as well put me to work here.”

Kelce admitted that Swift carefully planned the cameo to avoid any mishaps. “There was no, like, bike in case I ran into somebody else or hit one of the dancers or anything. It was, like, the safest option,” he added. Travis also expressed his admiration for Swift’s professionalism on stage, saying, “You can do no wrong when Taylor’s on stage because she’s the best to do it.”

Swift had an impressive showing at the iHeartRadio Music Awards, earning nominations in eight additional categories, including Artist of the Year, Pop Artist of the Year, Best Collaboration for “Fortnight” with Post Malone, and Best Music Video for the same track. Her Eras Tour film also earned recognition in the Favorite On Screen category.

The Eras Tour holds special meaning for the couple, as it played a pivotal role in the early stages of their relationship. After Kelce publicly shared that he had tried — and failed — to meet Swift at her July 2023 concert in Kansas City, Missouri, Swift reached out to him, setting the stage for their romance.

Since the end of Swift’s tour in December 2024 and Kelce’s NFL season in February, the couple has enjoyed some rare downtime together. A source close to the pair shared, “Taylor and Travis work so well [together]. They’re still madly in love, and their relationship just keeps getting better and better.”

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With Swift’s musical dominance and Kelce’s growing presence in the entertainment world, the power couple seems to be thriving both personally and professionally — and their latest wins at the iHeartRadio Music Awards are just the beginning.

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