In a surprising turn of events, sources confirm that Taylor Swift will be gracing the 81st annual Golden Globes red carpet this Sunday, but without her boyfriend, Travis Kelce.

The star-studded event at the Beverly Hilton Hotel is set to be a glamorous affair, but the absence of the Kansas City Chiefs’ tight end has raised eyebrows.

Swift, 34, is expected to attend the prestigious awards ceremony as a nominee in the newly introduced Cinematic and Box Office Achievement category for her “Ears Tour” concert film, which has grossed over $250 million worldwide in less than three months.

Contrary to expectations, Kelce, also 34, won’t be accompanying Swift to the Golden Globes due to his commitment to an NFL game. The Kansas City Chiefs are scheduled to face off against the Los Angeles Chargers at Sofi Stadium on the same day, airing on CBS before the awards ceremony.

Sources close to Kelce revealed that he plans to fly back to Kansas City with his teammates immediately after the game, leaving no room for red carpet appearances or after-parties. Despite the potential disappointment for Swift fans hoping for a glamorous couple appearance, insiders suggest that Kelce’s dedication to preparing for the NFL playoffs takes precedence.

The Golden Globe nomination adds another significant accolade to Swift’s illustrious career, as she vies for her first-ever win in the esteemed awards show. Having been nominated four times before, Swift faces stiff competition in the category, including box office hits like “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer.”

The Golden Globes have found a new home on CBS after NBC dropped the show in 2021 amidst controversy surrounding the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. The 2024 edition will mark a return to the spotlight for many A-listers after lengthy strikes that brought Hollywood to a standstill for months.

As for Kelce’s availability for Sunday’s game, Chiefs’ coach Andy Reid is yet to confirm, but speculation suggests that some starters, including quarterback Patrick Mahomes, may sit out the game.

The couple, who rang in 2024 together, celebrated the New Year at a party in Kansas City, where they shared a kiss as the clock struck midnight. Swift had earlier attended a Chiefs game wearing a replica of the same jacket Kelce wore for a Christmas Day NFL game.

While their schedules currently seem misaligned, Swift’s tour will resume in February, and if the Chiefs make it to the Super Bowl on February 11th, Swift might find herself making a mad dash from Tokyo, where she is set to play shows, to the West Coast to support Kelce.

Despite the challenges posed by their respective careers, the couple seems to be making the most of their time together. With the playoffs on the horizon, and Swift’s extensive touring plans for 2024, fans can only hope for more red carpet appearances and joint celebrations in the future.