Taylor Swift ‘too locked in’ on Chiefs to do Super Bowl halftime

Pop superstar Taylor Swift has officially addressed the widespread speculation surrounding the Super Bowl LX halftime show, confirming that she will not be taking the stage in 2026. Her reason? She's simply "too locked in" on supporting her fiancé, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, throughout his demanding NFL season.

Appearing on "The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon," Swift, 35, directly refuted rumors that she had declined the coveted performance due to a dispute over ownership rights of the footage. "No, no," she clarified, explaining that her relationship with Jay-Z, whose Roc Nation company selects the halftime headliner, has always been positive. She further revealed that she never actually received a formal offer for the Super Bowl gig.

Instead, Swift's dedication lies firmly on the football field. She passionately articulated her commitment to Kelce's sport, describing it as "violent chess" and "gladiators without swords" – a dangerous, high-pressure, and high-intensity endeavor. "The whole season, I am locked in on what that man is doing on the field," Swift emphasized, questioning how she could focus on choreography when Kelce is "putting his life on the line" every single week.

Kelce, 36, a 10-time Pro Bowl tight end, boasts an impressive career, having played in five of the last six Super Bowls with the Chiefs and securing three victories. With Swift prioritizing her role as a dedicated fan, the spotlight for the Super Bowl LX halftime show will instead shine on Bad Bunny, who is confirmed to perform on February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.