NFL leader explores possibility of Swift performing at Super Bowl
In a recent discussion on NBC's Today show on Sept. 3, the possibility of Taylor Swift performing at the Super Bowl was brought up. The NFL Commissioner, Roger Goodell, hinted at the prospect, calling Taylor Swift a "special, special talent."
However, it's important to note that Taylor Swift has not been officially confirmed as a performer for Super Bowl LVII, which is set to take place on Feb. 8, 2023, at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, home of the San Francisco 49ers.
The speculation about Swift's appearance primarily concerns the 2026 Super Bowl LX, fueled by Goodell's hints and fan interpretations of symbolic numbers and personal connections. But for the 2023 event, no official participation from Swift has been announced.
Goodell did express that Taylor Swift would be welcome to perform at any NFL event. He also mentioned that he is waiting for word from Jay-Z regarding the Super Bowl halftime show lineup. Jay-Z's Roc Nation company has been producing the Super Bowl halftime show in partnership with the NFL since 2019.
The romance between Swift and Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce has become a cultural crossover phenomenon due to the popularity of the NFL and Swift's legion of fans. The buildup to the NFL season has been enlivened by the engagement announcement of the couple. Kelce's team, the Chiefs, are vying for a return to the Super Bowl after being denied a third straight crown by the Philadelphia Eagles in February.
Meanwhile, the NFL season-opener is between the Super Bowl champions, the Philadelphia Eagles, and the Dallas Cowboys.
In the discussion about Swift's potential Super Bowl performance, Goodell was careful not to confirm or deny if Swift will perform at the Super Bowl. The Super Bowl is an NFL championship showpiece, and the excitement surrounding potential performers adds to the anticipation leading up to the event.
For now, Swift's potential performance at the Super Bowl remains a "maybe." Fans will have to wait and see if she will take the stage at Levi's Stadium in 2023 or if they'll have to keep their eyes peeled for 2026.
