Taylor Swift Shares Travis Kelce's Hilarious Celebrity Mix-Up at the Eras Tour

Get ready for a story that combines pop music royalty, NFL stardom, and a classic case of mistaken identity. Taylor Swift, currently busy with her new album and upcoming wedding plans, recently stopped by Late Night with Seth Meyers on October 8, 2025. She dropped some seriously funny details about an Eras Tour moment involving her fiancé, Travis Kelce, and a few famous faces. It seems even stars can get a bit mixed up in a crowded VIP tent, especially after a few tequila shots!

This visit to Meyers' show wrapped up Swift's busy press run for her record-shattering new album, The Life of a Showgirl. The episode, number 1,713, had a fun connection to Swift's career, as 1+7+1+3 equals 12, matching her 12th studio album, and also giving a nod to her lucky number 13. During her chat, Swift spoke about her chart success, her new music video, and yes, that unforgettable night when Kelce mistook Hugh Grant's wife for Greta Gerwig.

Travis Kelce's London Eras Tour VIP Tent Moment Gone Amusingly Sideways

Imagine being at a Taylor Swift concert, in the VIP section, surrounded by other stars. That was the scene for Travis Kelce during one of Swift's London Eras Tour dates back in June 2024. Swift told Seth Meyers that having Kelce join her on tour was a fun experience because he'd always give her the "tea" afterward. She called their car rides "routine debriefs" where he'd share all the happenings from the VIP tent.

On this particular London night, the VIP tent was packed with some big names. Besides Kelce, stars like Mila Kunis, Ashton Kutcher, Tom Cruise, and Hugh Grant were there. But for Kelce, one name stood out among the crowd: Greta Gerwig. Swift knew her fiancé was a big admirer of Gerwig's work, saying, "He loves Greta Gerwig. He loves her movies, he loves her range." Kelce especially appreciated her ability to direct many different types of films, calling her "incredible" and "genre-hopping" and "really impressive."

Travis Kelce's Excitement to Meet His Favorite Director, Greta Gerwig

Swift recounted telling Kelce, "I got to let you know, your favorite director is in the tent." Kelce's excitement was immediate. He expressed a strong desire to tell Gerwig how much he enjoyed her hit film, Barbie. Swift encouraged him, assuring him that Gerwig was "the sweetest, giggliest person to tell that you like their work" and that he would "love her." This set the stage for a memorable, albeit misunderstood, encounter.

After the concert finished, Kelce got into the car with Swift for their usual debrief. He was full of energy, having had "as many shots as everyone else has had," according to Swift. He enthusiastically described the VIP experience, mentioning how much fun it was. He said, "Everybody was amazing! Like, Tom Cruise is going crazy. Like, Liam [Hemsworth] is just as fun as Chris [Hemsworth]. And Liam's fiancée Gabriella [Brooks] is so cool. And Ashton [Kutcher] was there. And Mila [Kunis], like, oh my God, Hugh Grant was there, and I get to tell him how much I love his movies. And he was so cool. Everyone was amazing!"

The "I'm Just Ken, Too" Joke and Its Unexpected, Polite Reception

Amidst all the excitement, Swift noticed something missing from Kelce's recap. "You didn't mention Greta. Did you meet Greta?" she asked. Kelce paused, then admitted he did. He thought he told "an annoying joke that she's heard too many times." He explained his approach: "Well, I walked up to her and I was like, 'I love Barbie. I'm just Ken, too.' And then I pointed to you." Swift, thinking it was a "solid joke," responded that Gerwig "would have loved that."

However, Kelce's experience was different. He told Swift, "Well, she was really polite about it. Like, she smiled politely, but she didn't say anything." Swift found this "very out of character" for Gerwig, who she knew to be a giggly and friendly person. She suggested perhaps the director "had heard that joke too many times," trying to account for the seemingly flat reaction.

Unraveling the Confusion: Hugh Grant, Anna Eberstein, and Misidentified Soulmates

The story took an even funnier turn when Kelce mentioned something else about the woman he thought was Gerwig. He told Swift that "Greta" was "talking to Hugh Grant all night. So I think they might be doing a movie together. Like, they were really, really close." He even added that he saw them "dancing all night" and that they "had all these inside jokes," concluding that "They kind of seem like they're, like, soulmates." Swift, surprised by this revelation, jokingly exclaimed, "The tea is crazy tonight, Travis!"

The truth became clear a bit later. Swift was scrolling through social media when she saw "all over the internet is just videos of Travis dancing with Greta, all night like they're best friends." She showed one of these videos to Kelce, saying, "Travis, here's a video of you with Greta. It feels like she thought the joke was funny." Kelce's response was priceless: "Oh, that's not Greta."

That's when Swift put all the pieces together. She gently questioned him, "Is there any chance at all, baby, that you complimented Hugh Grant's wife, Anna, on her movie Barbie, said, 'I'm just Ken too,' and she politely nodded because she didn't have the heart to tell you she didn't direct it? And is there any chance that the people that look like soulmates are Hugh Grant and his soulmate?" It turns out, Kelce had been talking to Anna Eberstein, Hugh Grant's wife, a Swedish TV producer and businesswoman, not Greta Gerwig. Anna had just smiled politely, likely because she wasn't the Barbie director and didn't want to embarrass him.

Seth Meyers summed up the humorous situation perfectly. While joking about Kelce having "face blindness," he also added, "The good news is, he can recognize true love. So, at least he saw soulmates." Kelce was spot on about Grant and Eberstein appearing to be a loving couple.

Fans on social media went wild once Swift shared this story. Videos of Kelce dancing with the real Greta Gerwig at the concert resurfaced, now viewed with the hilarious new context that he had no idea who she was at the time. One fan wrote on X, "I'm fing cryinggg," while another noted, "This video is even better after hearing taylor tell the story that travis had no clue he was dancing with Greta." The story gave everyone a good laugh and highlighted the fun, candid moments that happen even in celebrity circles.

Interestingly, Hugh Grant himself had sent Swift a message on X after the London show, referencing Kelce. He wrote, "Dear @taylorswift13, You have an incredible show, an amazing and v hospitable team and excellent if gigantic boyfriend (#tequilashots.). Thanks so much from one ageing London boy, wife and thrilled 8 year old #halfgirlhalfbracelet." He even recalled "going crazy" with "Taylor Swift's very nice boyfriend... Travis" while doing "tequila shots." It seems the good times were had by all, despite the mistaken identity.

"The Life of a Showgirl": Taylor Swift's Record-Shattering Artistic Success

Beyond the laughs with Travis, Taylor Swift had plenty of other exciting things to discuss on Late Night with Seth Meyers. Her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl, which dropped on October 3, 2025, is doing incredibly well. Swift was on the show as part of her multinational press tour, which included stops on The Graham Norton Show in London and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in New York. She also gave interviews on several radio shows, like BBC Radio 1 Breakfast with Greg James, Elvis Duran and the Morning Show, and Z100 New York.

Album Success and Chart Dominance with "The Life of a Showgirl"

The Life of a Showgirl has truly made its mark. Hours before the Meyers taping, it became the most-consumed album in a single week. Billboard reported on October 8 that in its first five days, the album sold over 3.5 million equivalent album units. This impressive achievement broke a record previously held by Adele's album, 25, which had 3.482 million units in December 2015. With the chart week still going, Swift's numbers were expected to climb even higher.

"The Official Release Party of a Showgirl" Film's Strong Box Office Performance

Swift's success this period wasn't limited to music. Her film, The Official Release Party of a Showgirl, also made a big splash at the box office. According to a press release from AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc., the movie brought in over $50 million globally and $34 million domestically during its one-weekend theatrical run. This means Swift achieved a number one album and a number one movie all in the same weekend! Deadline noted that this is an extraordinary accomplishment, one that even Prince did not manage with his iconic film, Purple Rain.

Behind the Scenes: Crafting Music Amidst the Demands of the Eras Tour

It's natural to wonder how Swift manages to do so much. Seth Meyers asked her if she ever had time to sleep. Swift joked that she sleeps "a lot, and I sleep often." She explained, "I don't do anything other than this when I'm not sleeping." She described music as her "one thing," admitting, "I'm not well rounded. This is my one thing." Meyers, of course, disagreed with her modesty.

Swift had revealed on the Kelce brothers' New Heights podcast that she worked on The Life of a Showgirl during her massive Eras Tour. Despite the tour's demands, she managed to create a record-breaking album. She also mentioned the self-directed music video for "Fate of Ophelia," which reunited her with her Eras Tour dancers and backup singers. Swift revealed that she played the top-secret new album for her dancers before filming the music video, trusting them to keep it secret. She reasoned, "If they were on the Eras tour, they know how to keep a secret."

Beyond the Stage: Taylor Swift's Personal Life and Exciting Future Chapters

With the Eras Tour now wrapped and the Showgirl album release winding down, Taylor Swift is now setting her sights on a new project: wedding planning. This means we'll likely hear more about her plans with fiancé Travis Kelce soon.

Wedding Bells and Invitation Brainstorming with Seth Meyers

Seth Meyers even offered some playful suggestions for their wedding invitations. He pitched ideas ranging from an electronic message to a framed print, joking that "people will do it anyway." He added, "You can say it's my idea, so nobody says you're being cocky or arrogant or anything." Swift also mentioned her and Kelce are planning a "huge" wedding, so they don't miss anyone on the guest list. She humorously added that trying to keep guest lists small for weddings causes stress because you have to "evaluate or assess your relationship" with someone to decide if they should be there, which she plans to avoid. Kelce and Swift announced their engagement on Instagram on August 26 after two years of dating, sharing romantic photos from the proposal, including a glimpse of Swift's eye-catching diamond ring.

A Look Back at Swift's Early Career and Hosting Saturday Night Live

During her talk with Meyers, Swift also took a moment to look back at her past. She reflected on meeting Meyers when she hosted Saturday Night Live in 2009. She described hosting the show at 19 as "the most exciting thing that had ever happened to me in my life." They reminisced about her Twilight-themed skit, which poked fun at one of the biggest films of that time. Swift expressed gratitude, saying, "Now that I look back, I am so lucky that we got to like do anything around something as iconic and as 2009 as Twilight."

She even joked that that busy week at SNL prepared her for the fast-paced, costume-change demands of the Eras Tour. "It was absolutely the most amount of times I've changed clothes," Swift said about SNL. She concluded, "I knew I could do the Eras Tour. I can get these costume changes. This is the most fact-paced thing ever." This shows her long-standing ability to handle high-pressure performances.

Other Fun Facts Shared During the Talk Show Conversation

The conversation with Meyers also touched on some other interesting tidbits from Swift's life. She mentioned a call from her head of security when Zoë Kravitz's snake got loose in her house during the Palisades fire. Plus, Swift shared her recent interest in baking bread, a fun domestic hobby for a superstar. She also expressed how happy she was with her current work, calling The Life of a Showgirl her favorite album yet and describing its release as "the most joyful album release I've ever had."

Final Thoughts on Taylor Swift's Latest Adventures and Achievements

From a hilarious mistaken identity story involving her fiancé Travis Kelce, Hugh Grant's wife Anna Eberstein, and director Greta Gerwig, to breaking music and film records, Taylor Swift has had quite a period. Her appearance on Late Night with Seth Meyers gave fans a fun, candid peek into her life, showing that even with all her success, she still enjoys a good laugh and looks forward to new chapters, including wedding plans. It's clear that Taylor Swift remains at the top of her game, ready for whatever comes next.