The real reason Taylor Swift wasn't at Travis Kelce's birthday: Her grandmother

Taylor Swift's absence at Travis Kelce's recent birthday party sparked fan speculation, but the NFL star quickly cleared up any misunderstandings. Kelce explained that Swift had family commitments on October 5, celebrating her grandmother's birthday, which coincidentally falls on the same day as his.

Kelce marked his 35th birthday in style with his annual Kelce Car Jam in Kansas City, a gathering of friends, family and fans. While many anticipated Swift's presence at the celebration, Kelce reassured everyone that she would be there in spirit-and at the Kansas City Chiefs' game against the New Orleans Saints on October 7.

"She won't be here today, but I know she's coming in for the game," he noted.

The Chiefs' game marks Kelce's return to Arrowhead since Week 2, the last time Swift was in attendance to him.

While there has been talk of how the couple's relationship might impact Kelce's game performance, sources close to Swift have dismissed these claims, emphasizing that both continue to thrive in their respective careers.

Despite Swift not being at the party, Kelce was in high spirits throughout the night, joking with fans and expressing his desire for the "ultimate" gift: another Super Bowl win.

The birthday celebration was a family affair, with his brother Jason, parents Donna and Ed, and several teammates, including Patrick Mahomes and his wife Brittany, attending the event to him.

The event also featured a display of vintage cars and raised funds for Kelce's Eighty-Seven & Running Foundation.

A special gift from his mother

Donna Kelce, who attended the event with the rest of Kelce's family, kept her birthday present for Travis under wraps.

She hinted that she would reveal the gift after the Chiefs' Monday night game, adding an element of mystery to the celebration. While the exact nature of the gift remains unknown, it's clear that Donna wanted to make the moment special for her son after his big game.