Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wed at Madison Square Garden with 1,000 guests, high security, $26 million in charitable donations and a star‑studded celebrity lineup.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce celebrated their wedding at Madison Square Garden Friday, hosting roughly 1,000 guests in a star‑studded ceremony.

Security and Logistics

Police erected barricades outside the arena as attendees entered the venue. A sign at the entrance warned that photography and videography would be captured for the event’s official broadcast.

Charitable Donations

According to a source, Swift and Kelce donated $26 million to 20 local and national charities ahead of the wedding. The contributions target food banks, educational programs, children’s hospitals and an animal‑welfare organization.

Celebrity Attendance

Friends and fellow entertainers arrived throughout Thursday and Friday. Selena Gomez wore a black dress studded with diamonds and confirmed she will serve as a bridesmaid. Lena Dunham and Jack Antonoff, who dated from 2012 to 2017, were spotted together at the rehearsal dinner. Other confirmed guests included Bradley Cooper, Gigi Hadid, Erin Andrews, Charissa Thompson, Greg Olsen and former NFL player Aaron Rodgers.

Political Backlash

Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R‑NY) sparked outrage among Swift and Kelce fans after she criticized the cost of the couple’s wedding security, shouting, “Oh F–k Off.” The remark drew a wave of backlash on social media.

Public Reaction

Fans gathered outside the arena to catch glimpses of the couple and their guests. Some speculated that the wedding could be filmed for later release, but no official statement confirmed such plans.

The event marks one of the most high‑profile celebrity weddings in recent memory, blending pop culture, sports and philanthropy in a single night.