Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift Welcome a Furry New Addition — And the Cat’s Name Has Everyone Talking
In a relationship filled with unexpected charm and playful chemistry, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have done it again — this time by adopting a pet that perfectly symbolizes their quirky love story.
While Kelce has always been vocal about his love for dogs, the NFL star recently made an unexpected switch: he and Swift have adopted a cat together. And not just any cat — this feline already has a growing fanbase and a name that’s left fans both laughing and swooning.
According to sources close to the couple, the decision wasn’t entirely spontaneous, but it was undeniably heartfelt. “They’ve been talking about making their home feel more like ‘theirs’ — and less like a football player’s or a pop star’s house,” one insider shared. “Taylor already has her beloved cats, but this one is special — this cat is theirs.”
Kelce, known for his boisterous personality and larger-than-life presence, reportedly joked during a recent private dinner with friends that the couple’s shared home felt “too quiet, too spacious” when it was just the two of them.
“The house feels too big if it’s just us walking around,” he reportedly said with a grin. “We needed some more noise — something that could fill in the spaces.”
While some might have expected a dog to fill that gap (especially given Kelce’s past comments about being a “big dog guy”), Taylor’s deep-rooted affection for cats clearly played a role in the final decision. And so, a small, fluffy kitten was adopted from a local rescue — and introduced to their home shortly afterward.
If fans expected a poetic or mystical name à la Taylor Swift’s past cat names (Olivia Benson, Meredith Grey, and Benjamin Button), they were in for a surprise. The couple named their new kitten Elvis — after the King of Rock and Roll himself.
Why Elvis?
According to one of Swift’s close friends, the name started as a joke after a late-night jam session at home where Kelce tried his best Elvis impression. “He was strumming a guitar and doing this ridiculous hip swing, and Taylor just said, ‘If we ever get a cat, we’re naming him Elvis.’ And then when they got one… it stuck.”
The name, much like their relationship, blends humor, pop culture, and a touch of the unexpected.
Once news of the kitten broke — first through a blurry photo snapped by a guest at their home, later confirmed by a post on Taylor’s private fan club newsletter — social media exploded.
“Travis and Taylor adopting a cat named Elvis is the most random yet perfect thing I’ve heard,” one fan wrote.
Another joked, “If this cat doesn’t get his own Instagram account, we riot.”
As of now, the couple hasn’t officially posted any photos of Elvis, but insiders say it’s only a matter of time. And given Swift’s love for spotlighting her pets, it’s possible the kitten could make an appearance in an upcoming music video or social post.
Beyond the cuteness and internet buzz, the new pet marks a deeper moment for the couple — a move that suggests shared domestic life and future-building. In celebrity circles, adopting a pet together is often seen as a small but meaningful step toward long-term commitment.
“They’ve blended their lives more than people realize,” the same source noted. “Elvis isn’t just a cat. He’s part of their new chapter.”
As Kelce continues training in the off-season and Swift wraps up a stretch of her ongoing tour, the couple is finding comfort and joy in quieter moments at home. Whether it’s sharing meals, rewatching classic movies, or now, chasing after a mischievous kitten, it’s clear they’re embracing life outside the spotlight too.
And as fans eagerly await more glimpses into their life together, one thing’s for sure — Elvis has entered the building. And he’s already stealing hearts.
