Travis Kelce’s family in mourning after dad Ed Kelce’s partner Maureen Maguire passes away at 74 | NFL News
Travis Kelce and Jason Kelce’s father, Ed Kelce, shared heartbreaking news on Saturday, August 3. He revealed that his partner, Maureen Maguire, had passed away on August 1, 2025. She was 74 years old and died peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones. Ed posted the news on his Facebook page along with an obituary that called him her “beloved friend.” Though she was described as a friend in the post, Maureen Maguire has often been referred to as Ed Kelce’s girlfriend. The couple had quietly shared many years together during the Kelce family’s rise in the spotlight. Friends and fans sent love and support to Ed online soon after the post was made public.
Maureen Maguire shared special moments with Ed Kelce during NFL games and concerts
In the obituary, it was mentioned that Maureen Maguire grew to love football later in life. She often joined Ed Kelce at NFL games, concerts, and even traveled with him. Her dog, Butch, was always by her side.Maureen Maguire once made headlines during an NFL game when she jokingly told Taylor Swift, “Hey, that’s my boyfriend,” after the pop star took a photo with Ed Kelce. Ed met Swift at a game while she was supporting her boyfriend Travis Kelce, tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs.In an interview with the Daily Mail earlier this year, Ed said Maureen was with him when he first met Taylor Swift. That moment started a special bond between him and the singer. Ed has always praised Swift and once called her “very smart” and “a joy to be around.”Also Read: “Kendrick Lamar Over Beyonce”: Ray-Ray McCloud Fuels Emmy War With Controversial Music Opinion Inside Falcons Camp
Ed Kelce and Donna Kelce ’s past, and how the family stayed close over the years
It is unclear how or when Ed Kelce and Maureen Maguire first met. Ed and Donna Kelce, the mother of Travis and Jason, were married for nearly 25 years before they separated. They stayed friends for the sake of their children, who are now among the most famous players in the NFL.Donna Kelce once said, “We were like a tag team with you two,” talking about raising Travis and Jason. On Saturday, she was seen at the Kansas City Chiefs training camp, watching Travis prepare for the new NFL season.The Chiefs will open their season in Brazil on September 5, 2025, against the Los Angeles Chargers.
