JUST IN: Donna Kelce Joins to Celebrate Taylor Swift as she Sweeps the 2025 iHeartAwards, Securing Six Prestigious Fan-Voted Honors, Including Recognition of Her Boyfriend Travis Kelce’s Unforgettable Guest Spot During Swift’s Iconic London Eras Tour Performance

Taylor Swift Shines at 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards: Donna Kelce Celebrates Her Son Travis Kelce’s Surprise Eras Tour Moment

Los Angeles, CA – March 18, 2025 – Taylor Swift dominated the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards, securing an impressive six fan-voted awards, and the celebration extended beyond the red carpet to the Kelce family. Donna Kelce, mother of NFL star and Swift’s boyfriend Travis Kelce, took to social media to express her pride as Swift’s achievements were highlighted, including a special nod to Travis’s unforgettable surprise appearance during Swift’s Eras Tour concert in London.

The iHeartRadio Music Awards, held on March 17, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, marked the two-year anniversary of Swift’s massively successful Eras Tour, which has grossed over $2 billion in ticket sales across 149 shows in 22 countries. Swift, who did not attend the ceremony in person, still managed to captivate fans and critics alike, winning categories such as Artist of the Year, Pop Artist of the Year, Best Collaboration (for “Fortnight” with Post Malone), Best Tour Tradition (for her surprise songs), Best Lyrics (for “Fortnight”), Best Music Video (for “Fortnight”), Favorite Tour Style (Eras Tour), and Favorite On-Screen Moment (The Eras Tour). Among these accolades, one win stood out as particularly personal: Favorite Surprise Guest, awarded to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce for his charming onstage appearance during her third London show in August 2024.

Donna Kelce, a familiar figure to Swifties and NFL fans alike, shared her excitement on X, posting a heartfelt message alongside images of Swift’s award wins. “Taylor took home six of these fan-voted awards tonight,” Donna wrote, emphasizing the “Favorite Surprise Guest” category, which celebrated Travis joining Swift on stage at Wembley Stadium. During that memorable moment, Travis, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end, donned a tuxedo and top hat, carrying Swift across the stage and dancing a playful jig as part of the Eras Tour’s “1989” era skit—a moment that sent fans into a frenzy and solidified the couple’s status as pop culture royalty.

The bond between Taylor Swift and the Kelce family has been a focal point of public fascination since Swift began dating Travis in the summer of 2023. Their relationship blossomed publicly during Chiefs games, where Swift was often seen cheering alongside Donna in private suites at Arrowhead Stadium, sharing high-fives and heartfelt moments after Travis’s touchdowns. This connection deepened further as Swift integrated into family celebrations, including the 2024 AFC Championship and Super Bowl LVIII, where she joined Donna, Travis’s father Ed, and brother Jason Kelce on the field to celebrate the Chiefs’ victories.

Sources close to the Kelce family have described Swift’s seamless integration into their lives as “meaningful” to Travis, who values his close-knit family ties. “Taylor has really been welcomed with open arms,” a source told Us Weekly in March 2024, noting the warm reception from Donna, Jason, and Jason’s wife, Kylie Kelce. Donna’s public celebration of Swift’s iHeartAwards sweep underscores this familial bond, positioning her as a proud “mother-in-law” figure to the global superstar.

Swift’s iHeartRadio wins also reflect her enduring dominance in the music industry. The “Tour of the Century” award, presented earlier in the evening, honored the Eras Tour’s unprecedented success, while her multiple wins for “Fortnight”—a collaboration with Post Malone from her 2024 album The Tortured Poets Department—highlighted her lyrical prowess and visual storytelling. Fans on X echoed Donna’s sentiments, with comments like “So cute” and “Proud MIL” flooding the post, showcasing the widespread adoration for both Swift and her connection to the Kelce family.

As Swift prepares for the next chapter of her career, including rumored projects and potential new music, her relationship with Travis Kelce continues to captivate audiences worldwide. Donna Kelce’s public support at the 2025 iHeartAwards serves as a touching reminder of the personal ties that ground Swift’s meteoric rise, blending music, sports, and family in a story that resonates far beyond the stage.

For more updates on Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce, and the iHeartRadio Music Awards, follow @BryanWestTV on Instagram, TikTok, and X. The full list of winners and highlights from the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards is available on iHeartRadio.com.