Pop icon Taylor Swift and her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, were among the stars attending Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Florida Panthers and the Edmonton Oilers at Amerant Bank Arena on Thursday. Kelce, a tight end and Super Bowl champion with the Kansas City Chiefs, is a dedicated hockey enthusiast, and Swift, a 14-time Grammy winner, is known for her passion for major sporting events, including the last two Super Bowls. Their shared love for hockey adds an exciting element for fans.
Prior to Thursday’s game, there was speculation that the couple might attend the final. Other notable attendees included former Miami Dolphins star Jason Taylor, who energized the crowd by playing drums before the game, alongside Miami Heat stars Bam Adebayo and former captain Udonis Haslem, who performed on drums Monday. The defending champion Panthers held a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven series heading into this matchup.
Report by Associated Press.
Fan Take: The presence of high-profile celebrities like Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce at the Stanley Cup Final highlights hockey’s growing appeal beyond its traditional fanbase. Their involvement brings fresh attention and energy to the sport, helping to elevate its profile and attract new fans nationwide.