The engagement of pop icon Taylor Swift and NFL superstar Travis Kelce was arguably the biggest celebrity news of the year, but the way her longtime friend and collaborator Ed Sheeran learned about it has become a headline in itself.
During a candid interview with Andy Cohen ahead of his SiriusXM Small Stage Series concert, Sheeran revealed he was completely in the dark until the news was public.
When asked how he found out about the engagement, which was announced in a joint Instagram post, Sheeran simply replied: "Instagram."
Cohen, seemingly surprised, followed up: "Instagram?! Like everyone else? You didn't even get a DM in advance?" to which the "Shape of You" singer gave a simple but definitive "No."
He also confirmed he has not yet received a "save-the-date" for the highly-anticipated wedding, nor has he heard her upcoming album, The Life of a Showgirl.
A Decade-Long Musical Friendship
Sheeran's admission has fueled a flurry of fan speculation about the current state of his decade-long friendship with the "Blank Space" singer.
The two first connected in 2012 and their professional relationship blossomed after Sheeran opened for Swift's Red Tour.
They have since collaborated on multiple hit songs, including "Everything Has Changed," "End Game," and a remix of Sheeran's "The Joker and the Queen."
Sheeran has often spoken highly of their bond, even calling Swift "one of the only people that actually truly understands where I'm at" in a previous interview, noting that talking to her feels like "therapy."
Despite their busy global touring schedules, the two singers have maintained they make time for meaningful, "six-hour catchups" a few times a year.
The fact that one of her closest industry peers was not given a personal heads-up about a life-changing event has led some fans to question if their famous friendship has cooled down, while others defend Swift's right to share her news on her own timeline.
Regardless of how he found out, the story serves as a fascinating glimpse into the boundaries and realities of even the most high-profile celebrity friendships in the age of social media.
Did you know?
The diamond engagement ring Kelce gave Swift is reportedly an old mine brilliant cut, which he custom-designed with a high-end jeweler.
The couple announced their engagement in August 2025, with a joint Instagram post set to one of Swift's songs about their relationship, "So High School."
Do you think it's fair for Taylor Swift to keep such big news a secret from even her closest celebrity friends until the public announcement, or should Ed Sheeran have gotten a DM? Share your take in the comments below!
During a candid interview with Andy Cohen ahead of his SiriusXM Small Stage Series concert, Sheeran revealed he was completely in the dark until the news was public.
When asked how he found out about the engagement, which was announced in a joint Instagram post, Sheeran simply replied: "Instagram."
Cohen, seemingly surprised, followed up: "Instagram?! Like everyone else? You didn't even get a DM in advance?" to which the "Shape of You" singer gave a simple but definitive "No."
He also confirmed he has not yet received a "save-the-date" for the highly-anticipated wedding, nor has he heard her upcoming album, The Life of a Showgirl.
A Decade-Long Musical Friendship
Sheeran's admission has fueled a flurry of fan speculation about the current state of his decade-long friendship with the "Blank Space" singer.
The two first connected in 2012 and their professional relationship blossomed after Sheeran opened for Swift's Red Tour.
They have since collaborated on multiple hit songs, including "Everything Has Changed," "End Game," and a remix of Sheeran's "The Joker and the Queen."
Sheeran has often spoken highly of their bond, even calling Swift "one of the only people that actually truly understands where I'm at" in a previous interview, noting that talking to her feels like "therapy."
Despite their busy global touring schedules, the two singers have maintained they make time for meaningful, "six-hour catchups" a few times a year.
The fact that one of her closest industry peers was not given a personal heads-up about a life-changing event has led some fans to question if their famous friendship has cooled down, while others defend Swift's right to share her news on her own timeline.
Regardless of how he found out, the story serves as a fascinating glimpse into the boundaries and realities of even the most high-profile celebrity friendships in the age of social media.
Did you know?
The diamond engagement ring Kelce gave Swift is reportedly an old mine brilliant cut, which he custom-designed with a high-end jeweler.
The couple announced their engagement in August 2025, with a joint Instagram post set to one of Swift's songs about their relationship, "So High School."
Do you think it's fair for Taylor Swift to keep such big news a secret from even her closest celebrity friends until the public announcement, or should Ed Sheeran have gotten a DM? Share your take in the comments below!
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