Is Travis Kelce controlling Taylor Swift's inner circle? Friends say she's cut ties since the romance began

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have quickly become one of the most talked-about celebrity couples of the year, blending pop stardom with NFL fame in a way the media can't stop watching. But as their romance heats up, some fans and insiders are beginning to wonder: is Taylor’s tight-knit inner circle quietly shifting? From missing friendships to subtle social changes, speculation is growing that Kelce’s presence may be influencing more than just her schedule—and Swifties are starting to take notice.

Insiders claim Taylor Swift has distanced herself from longtime confidants amid NFL romance
Since Taylor Swift’s whirlwind romance with NFL star Travis Kelce went public, fans have been captivated by their high-profile love story. From game-day kisses to red carpet appearances, the couple has become one of pop culture’s most talked-about pairs. But now, rumors are circulating that Kelce’s influence may be reaching beyond just Taylor’s heart—potentially affecting her long-standing friendships as well.

Travis and Taylor are enjoying their time together out of the spotlight:

"They have been traveling nonstop and very much enjoy it, they are making the most of their time off together. They are hanging out with friends, too. It's a special time for them"

Swift and Kelce are… pic.twitter.com/ErtsSIeDCU

— BBQ Chiefs (@BBQChiefs) April 16, 2025

Sources close to the singer claim that Taylor Swift has recently distanced herself from members of her usual inner circle. “She used to be seen constantly with her core friends—like Selena Gomez, the Haim sisters, and Jack Antonoff,” one insider shared. “But lately, it’s been almost exclusively Travis and his crew.”

Fans have taken to social media to point out that several familiar faces from Taylor Swift’s entourage are missing from recent outings and public events. “Where is her girl squad? It feels like she’s disappearing into his world,” one Reddit user commented. On TikTok, videos comparing her past group hangouts to her current, more sports-heavy lifestyle have gone viral.

Some believe this could simply be the result of new priorities and love-fueled logistics. Others, however, wonder if Travis Kelce is unintentionally—or intentionally—encouraging a shift in Taylor’s famously loyal social structure.

EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are loved up at the US Open! 🥰🎾https://t.co/6BGahLWouh pic.twitter.com/IyFKN2m4cZ

— New York Post (@nypost) September 8, 2024

Relationship therapist Maya Drayton explains that these patterns aren’t unusual. “When a relationship forms between two powerful people, it can become easy for one partner’s life to take precedence,” she notes. “Maintaining a sense of independence is key.”

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While Swift continues to support Kelce from the sidelines, some fans are questioning what she may be leaving behind. Is this just another era for the pop star—or a signal of deeper changes? One thing’s for sure: the world is watching closely.