Ed Sheeran Reacts to Taylor Swift’s Surprise Engagement

Ed Sheeran, a close friend of Taylor Swift, was taken aback when he learned of her engagement to Travis Kelce, admitting he found out via Instagram, just like most fans.

During a recent concert in New York City, host Andy Cohen asked Sheeran how he found out about the news. Sheeran responded simply, “Instagram.” Cohen expressed his disbelief, noting, “Like everyone else? You didn’t even get a DM in advance?” Sheeran confirmed, “No.”

Sheeran also revealed that he hasn’t received any formal invite or ‘save the date’ for the upcoming wedding, nor has he heard Swift’s new album, The Life of a Showgirl.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce via Instagram in August 2025 — Swift and Kelce announced their engagement in August after dating since summer 2023. They shared photos of Kelce’s romantic garden proposal.

The couple, both aged 35, revealed their engagement through Instagram with a shared post. While details about the guest list are unclear, sources indicate the wedding is planned to be a private, casual affair in Rhode Island next summer, with Swift eager to start her family.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce at a January 2025 NFL game — The athlete proposed last month, and the wedding is set to be in Rhode Island next summer, according to reports.

Sheeran, who has known Swift for over a decade, first met her during a collaboration in 2012. He once spoke fondly of opening for her on her “Red” tour, and the two have maintained a close friendship, seeing each other about four times a year for deep catch-up conversations.