Arts & Entertainment

Parasocial Relationships: The Psychology Behind Fans' Fascination With Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce's Engagement

Many fans are celebrating the enchanted moment for two people who most have never met.

(CBS Philadelphia)

August 28, 2025

Excitement and rejoicing continue over the engagement of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. Millions of strangers are wrapped up in their love story.

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The question is why?

Psychologists say this is about something called parasocial relationships, feeling close to a stranger. Swift has helped foster that because she shares personal feelings in her music.

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