Taylor Swift balances life with Travis Kelce while secretly being godmother to Hollywood’s biggest kids | NFL News
Pop icon Taylor Swift may dominate the music charts and headlines for her relationship with Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce, but there’s another side to her that doesn’t often make the spotlight: her role as a godmother. Beyond the stadium appearances and sold-out tours, Swift plays a personal role in the lives of several celebrity children, showcasing the depth of her friendships and her influence beyond music.
The first public godchild and Taylor Swift’s bond with Jaime King
Taylor Swift’s first widely known godchild is Leo Thames King, son of actress Jaime King. Born in 2015, Leo quickly became a part of Swift’s inner circle, with the singer even penning emotional words inspired by the moment.When she first met him, Swift posted a touching photo with the caption, “Meeting my boy.” Jaime King, once a core member of Swift’s famous “squad,” has often spoken highly of her friend, calling her a “beautiful human being.” For King, naming Swift as godmother was “a really sacred thing,” signaling not just a celebrity connection but a genuine trust in the singer’s character.
Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, and the godchildren who inspired Taylor Swift’s songs
The most notable godparent role Swift holds is with the children of Hollywood power couple Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds. She is godmother to James, Inez, Betty, and Olin — a fact Swift humorously acknowledged while promoting Deadpool & Wolverine, writing, “Shout out to Wade Wilson, aka my godkids’ sperm donor.” Ryan Reynolds later clarified, “Swift is the godparent to my daughters.”Interestingly, the names James, Inez, and Betty are immortalized in Swift’s Folklore album, making her godmother role not just private but also creatively celebrated.Also Read: “She doesn’t include Blake”: Taylor Swift leans on Travis Kelce’s support and no longer values Blake Lively’s adviceWith five godchildren, Swift’s personal influence in Hollywood runs as deep as her professional success. And as her relationship with Travis Kelce continues to capture public imagination, her nurturing, family-centered side only reinforces why she remains one of the most admired figures in entertainment — both on and off the stage.Months after wrapping up her high-grossing Era Tour, Taylor Swift announced her twelfth album, The Life of a Showgirl. Instead of announcing the album at an award show like she did with Midnights and The Tortured Poets Department, Swift decided to announce it on her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, and his brother Jason Kelce’s New Heights podcast on August 12, 2025.Taylor Swift’s 12th album, The Life of a Showgirl looks like it’s going to have nine lives and then some, when it comes to variant editions with different album cover images and vinyl color schemes.
