Pop icon Taylor Swift has long been the subject of speculation regarding cosmetic procedures, though she has never publicly addressed these rumors. Recently, the speculation has resurfaced following a difficult start to 2025 for the singer.
Despite being nominated for six awards at the Grammys, Swift did not secure a single win. Additionally, her boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, suffered a heartbreaking loss in the Super Bowl against the Philadelphia Eagles. As a result, both Swift and Kelce have decided to take a step back from the public eye, fueling further discussion online.
Swift and Travis Kelce Take a Step Back
Us Weekly reported that the couple is taking some time away from the spotlight.
“Taylor and Travis are taking it easy right now,” the source said. “They’ve been laying low in Kansas City.”
In addition to spending time in Kansas City, the couple reportedly took a short ski trip to Park City, Utah. Another insider shared, “They’ve been traveling, spending precious time together and letting the rest of the world go for a bit.”
Despite their attempts to stay under the radar, Swift and Kelce were seen out together in New York City on Thursday, March 13. The couple was spotted dining with a group of friends at Crane Club.
“Travis and four of his friends arrived first,” a source revealed. “Taylor didn’t arrive until 11 p.m. There were seven people there, including them. They all stayed until 3 a.m. The group was laughing and having a great time.”
Speculation Over the Absence of Taylor Swift
As Swift continues to remain relatively out of the public eye, fans on social media have begun speculating about the reasons behind her absence. A Reddit post featuring a screencap from Daily Mail Celebrity reignited rumors about the singer’s whereabouts. The headline read, “Taylor Swift is in hiding and concerned insiders say they know why.”
The post’s author added, “Travis doesn’t let her,” referencing how Swift’s ex-boyfriend, Joe Alwyn, was criticized for keeping their relationship private. Some users suggested that Swift’s current absence mirrors past moments when she stepped away from the spotlight before making major career moves.
Among the many theories circulating online, some fans believe that Swift’s low profile is due to possible cosmetic procedures.
“This just feels like she’s trying to force the same narrative she had before for Reputation (Taylor’s Version),” one fan speculated. “She’ll ‘disappear’ for a few months and then suddenly emerge to try and create ‘a moment.’”
Is Taylor Swift Still Close to Her Inner Circle?
In addition to speculation about cosmetic surgery, some fans have questioned why Swift is rarely seen with her famous “Girl Squad” from 2014.
“I mean, does she have many friends?” one user asked. “I doubt she’s hanging with the Chiefs WAGs if there are no cameras to capture it.”
Others pointed out that Selena Gomez, one of Swift’s closest friends, has been busy with her fiancé, while Swift has seemingly distanced herself from Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds. Speculation intensified after Lively and Reynolds were named in a lawsuit involving actor Justin Baldoni, who co-starred in and directed It Ends With Us.