Taylor Swift, with a fanbase in the tens of millions and a reputation largely free from controversy, is one of the most recognizable figures in the world. However, even she isn’t immune to unexpected moments, as evidenced by her being booed during Super Bowl LIX.
Attending the game at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans to support her boyfriend, Chiefs’ tight end Travis Kelce, Swift appeared unaware of the crowd’s sudden reaction. When the camera cut to her luxury suite and her image appeared on the big screen, a wave of boos filled the stadium. Looking surprised, Swift turned to friend and fellow artist Ice Spice, seemingly mouthing, “What is going on?”
The incident quickly became a trending topic on social media, with fans scrambling to explain the reaction. Theories spread rapidly, with many speculating that Eagles fans were behind the boos, frustrated by Swift’s visible support for Kansas City.
“Eagles fans are booing her. She’s originally from the Philly area but obviously rooting for Travis and the Chiefs,” one user pointed out.
Another chimed in, “The boos are from Eagles fans aka the opposite team she supports. This is normal.”
However, not everyone was convinced that team rivalry was the sole reason for the reaction. Some fans expressed confusion, pointing out that Swift wasn’t even part of the game.
“Why did she get booed? I thought she was the sweetheart of America?” one person asked.
Another added, “Booing Taylor Swift as if she’s on the field playing against your team when she’s literally just sitting there is loser behavior.”
Some even joked about the situation, comparing it to scenes from High School Musical and suggesting Swift wasn’t there to create drama. “She’s just there to support Travis Kelce, not make a Gabriella-Troy scene,” one fan wrote.
Meanwhile, another high-profile figure at the game, President Donald Trump, received a very different response. Attending just three weeks after taking office, he was met with loud cheers when the camera panned to him. “I thought it would be a good thing for the country to have the president at the game,” he said before the event.
As for the game itself, the Eagles triumphed over the Chiefs with a dominant 40-22 victory, preventing Kansas City from repeating last year’s Super Bowl win. While the on-field action provided plenty of excitement, it was moments like Swift’s reaction to the boos that kept fans talking long after the game ended.
