As wedding speculation reaches fever pitch, Travis Kelce’s father, Ed Kelce, is making it clear he cannot wait to see his youngest son marry pop superstar Taylor Swift.

Speaking at his eldest son Jason Kelce’s Team 62 Fundraiser in Sea Isle City, New Jersey, on June 24, the 75-year-old father openly expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming nuptials .

“I am super excited,” Ed told reporters when asked about the highly anticipated wedding . He also had warm words for the singer, describing her as a grounded and genuine person. “She is a sweetheart. That is truly the girl next door,” he said, comparing her favorably to his other daughter-in-law, Kylie Kelce .

The comments represent a significant public endorsement from the elder Kelce, who has largely remained in the background since the couple’s romance became public in 2023.

The couple announced their engagement in August 2025, with Swift playfully captioning the social media reveal, “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married” . Since then, the public and media have been eagerly awaiting details about the ceremony, which is rumored to take place over the Fourth of July weekend .

The venue has been the subject of intense speculation, with reports suggesting a permit has been filed to close streets around New York City’s Madison Square Garden in early July . New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani recently hinted at the event, confirming the city is preparing for the massive celebration alongside other major summer events .

While the family remains tight-lipped about specifics, Jason Kelce made it clear he shares his father’s excitement. When pressed for details, however, he humorously declined to comment, stating, “I plead the fifth” . He added that he is “looking forward to celebrating with them” .

The Kelce family’s public support comes amid reports that the wedding preparations have been shrouded in secrecy, with some outlets even suggesting that Swift has been cautious about sharing details with Ed due to his reputation as a talkative family member .

Despite the private nature of the planning, the event is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about celebrity weddings of the year. The couple’s high-profile relationship has captivated fans across both the sports and entertainment worlds, and the wedding is expected to draw significant media attention.

As the calendar inches closer to the rumored July dates, the anticipation among fans and family alike continues to grow.