Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement has not only thrilled fans but also sparked legal conversations about the importance of prenuptial agreements.
With the singer's net worth soaring to $1.5 billion and Kelce's at $70 million, experts say a prenuptial agreement could help the couple safeguard assets, protect their privacy, and establish boundaries for future earnings.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement was announced on Tuesday via Instagram, featuring several pictures from the proposal.
The Couple Should 'Clearly Define Who Owns What,' Says Prenup Expert
Taylor Swift and her partner, Travis Kelce, have recently gotten engaged and are preparing for their wedding.
Over the years, Swift has built her fortune to an estimated $1.5 billion, while Kelce, a tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, is reportedly worth about $70 million.
With a marriage likely to merge their assets, experts are now calling for the duo to "clearly define who owns what and how future earnings are handled" before their big day, according to The U.S. Sun.
"Just like marriage, a prenup can be one of the most romantic commitments a couple makes," said Julia Rodgers, the acclaimed attorney who founded HelloPrenup. "Think of it as modern vows - setting out each partner's goals and intentions so they enter this major financial decision aligned and at peace."
She added, "For Taylor and Travis, it's a way to keep the focus on their love story, without financial worries getting in the way."
Attorney Says A Prenup Isn't About 'Planning For Failure'
On her company website, Rodgers already details why a prenup shouldn't be frowned upon, but instead embraced by couples preparing to tie the knot.
"A prenup isn't about planning for failure—it's about building a foundation of clarity, communication, and mutual respect," her company states on its website.
"It's a tool for couples who want to enter marriage with open eyes and open hearts. Let's be honest: the only people who find prenups inconvenient are those with something to hide.
Rodger's site also included a call to action for intending couples, such as Swift and Kelce, to seek her company's services.
"We empower couples to define their future—together, transparently, and on their own terms—so they can build a marriage rooted in trust, not uncertainty," the statement further read.
What Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce's Prenup Should Entail
For now, it's uncertain whether the couple will sign a prenup before tying the knot. However, Rodgers believes that if they do, several key provisions should be included to make it effective.
First, she noted that "a confidentiality clause is key" for such a high-profile pair with substantial wealth.
"A prenup should include strong privacy clauses to protect both their reputations, ensuring neither party can exploit personal stories or behind-the-scenes details," Rodgers shared.
"It's a practical and essential safeguard that allows them to live their private life without constant public scrutiny," she added.
The attorney also noted that the prenup must come with the "standard" requirement of "keeping premarital assets separate - whether it's Taylor's real estate portfolio valued at around $150 million, or Travis' Kansas City home."
According to Jackson, the prenup could also "carve out space for joint ventures" such as a "co-owned home or collaborative business projects."
Taylor Swift Announced Her Engagement To Travis Kelce On Instagram
The world got to know about Swift's engagement to Kelce when she took to Instagram on Tuesday to announce the news, sharing pictures from the engagement alongside a comical caption.
"Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married," the Grammy-winner wrote on her page.
In the multiple pictures she shared, the couple could be seen showing PDA, including one where Kelce was down on one knee to pop the question.
Another showed them leaning into each other as if about to kiss, with Swift lovingly holding Kelce's face with her hand, her engagement ring in full view, while Kelce rested his hand on the small of her back.
About Taylor Swift's Stunning Diamond Engagement Ring
One of the pictures in the couple's photo dump highlighted the stunning giant ring Kelce gave to Swift, later revealed to be an old mine brilliant-cut diamond from Artifex Fine Jewelry.
The unique piece is said to be hand-cut, featuring a cushion-like shape, rounded corners, and chunky facets.
It is reportedly worth between $750,000 and $1 million, with Kelce also involved in the design process alongside jewelry designer Kindred Lubeck.