Taylor Swift’s engagement confuses Meghan Markle
News of Taylor Swift’s engagement to American football star Travis Kelce set social media and news platforms ablaze. However, it wasn’t exactly a pleasant surprise for Meghan Markle, who had just launched the second season of her Netflix show “With Love, Meghan” on the same day, along with a new update to her website “As Ever.”
Legendary engagement photos that broke the internet:
Swift surprised her fans on Tuesday, August 26, by posting photos of her engagement. The photo showed Kelsi kneeling in a picturesque garden overflowing with pink, white, and red roses, presenting her with a striking ring that caught everyone’s attention.
The star chose a $400 silk striped dress by Ralph Lauren, paired with brown high-heeled sandals, while Kelsi appeared in a sporty, chic look from the same brand. Taylor’s accompanying caption was sentimental and spontaneous: “English teacher and gym coach… getting married
Meghan Markle publicly expresses support:
Although the timing was unfavorable for her—it coincided with the release of the new season of her Netflix show and the launch of new products on her website—Meghan Markle showed no public displeasure. Instead, she was quick to like the engagement photos on Instagram, a clear indication that she holds no ill will toward Swift.
A relationship that made headlines worldwide:
Taylor and Travis’ romance began publicly in September 2023, when the star appeared alongside Kelsi’s mother at a Kansas City Chiefs game. Since then, the relationship has become a daily tabloid fixture: Swift supported her beau on his Super Bowl run, while he accompanied her on her Eras Tour around the world.
The relationship hasn’t been limited to the spotlight. Swift and Kelsey have even met members of the British royal family, appearing alongside Prince William and his two children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, during her concert at Wembley Stadium last year.
Megan’s Return via Netflix:
As for Meghan, the second season of her show, “With Love, Meghan,” offers glimpses into her daily life in Montecito. The Duchess is seen in the kitchen, baking bread and preparing homemade recipes with her friends, such as Chrissy Teigen and Tan France, in an attempt to show a more personal side that’s relatable to the audience.
The show’s first season attracted over 5.3 million views, ranking among Netflix’s top five for the first half of 2025. With her contract renewed with the platform for a “first look” deal, replacing the previous $100 million agreement, Meghan is betting on this project to restore her media clout
Between love and ambition:
Swift’s lavish engagement cast a shadow over Meghan’s comeback, but the royal seemed determined to move forward with her projects, paying little heed to the comparisons. Whether this was just a coincidence or a sign of the gap between them, the result remains the same: Taylor Swift has asserted her dominance over the global music scene, while Meghan is trying, with faltering steps, to establish herself as an independent star after royal life.
While the press is wondering about a possible reconciliation between Prince Harry and his family, it seems that any such move would attract more attention than any program or project Meghan is seeking to present
