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15 MINUTES AGO: ABC News Just Reported that Kayla Nicole Has Asked Taylor Swift to ‘Hide Her Face in Shame’ as She Flaunts Multi-Million Dollar Engagement Ring with Ex-Boyfriend Travis Kelce in…

In a shocking development that has lit up the internet and reignited old tensions, ABC News just reported that Kayla Nicole, model and former longtime girlfriend of NFL superstar Travis Kelce, publicly called out pop icon Taylor Swift after images surfaced of Swift wearing a jaw-dropping engagement ring — reportedly from Kelce himself.
The ring, said to be worth upwards of $2.5 million, was spotted on Swift’s hand during a quiet dinner outing in New York City last night, where she and Kelce appeared cozy and intimate. Within minutes, paparazzi photos hit the web, and speculation exploded: had Travis Kelce officially proposed?
But the real fireworks started this morning, when Kayla Nicole, who dated Kelce off and on for over five years before their split in 2022, posted a cryptic — yet unmistakably pointed — message on her Instagram story.
Kayla’s Words Go Viral
“Some people will flaunt diamonds, but they can’t buy dignity,” Kayla wrote. “You can wear the ring, but you’ll never wear the truth. Hide your face in shame, sis.”
The post, which ended with a heartbroken emoji and the hashtag #HistoryRepeats, was swiftly deleted — but not before it was screenshotted and shared across every major social media platform.
Sources close to Nicole later confirmed to ABC News that the message was indeed directed at Taylor Swift, with whom she has had “long-standing tensions” since Swift’s high-profile romance with Kelce began in 2023.
“Kayla felt blindsided when Travis moved on so quickly,” the source said. “Seeing him now, publicly engaged to one of the most famous women in the world, reopened old wounds.”
Swift and Kelce: A Timeline of Romance
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have been one of the most talked-about celebrity couples of the last two years.
Their relationship, which began shortly after Swift’s Eras Tour stop in Kansas City, became a media sensation — culminating in multiple red carpet appearances, joint interviews, and now, seemingly, an engagement.
While neither Kelce nor Swift has publicly confirmed the engagement, sources close to the couple say the proposal happened during a private getaway to Lake Como last week.
“Travis had been planning this for months,” said an insider. “Taylor was completely surprised, and of course, she said yes.”
The ring — an emerald-cut diamond set in a platinum vintage band — has been appraised at over $2.5 million and is already being dubbed “the new Princess Diana ring” by fashion blogs.
A Brewing Feud?
While Kayla Nicole has largely stayed quiet about her former relationship with Kelce, today’s comments mark a sharp turn and suggest lingering bitterness. Fans have taken sides across social media, with the hashtags #TeamKayla and #TeamTaylor both trending on X (formerly Twitter).
One user wrote: “Kayla has every right to speak her truth. Don’t forget who was there before the fame.”
Others defended Swift: “Taylor doesn’t need to hide from anyone. She’s living her life, and that’s her right.”
Neither Taylor Swift nor Travis Kelce has responded to Kayla’s comments as of this publication.
What’s Next?
It remains to be seen how this emotional drama will unfold — or if Swift will respond publicly at all. With Swift’s next tour leg set to begin next week in Tokyo, and Kelce preparing for NFL training camp, the couple may choose to keep the focus on their careers — and off the gossip.
Kayla Nicole, meanwhile, has remained active in her fitness and fashion ventures and continues to maintain a loyal fanbase. Whether today’s outburst marks a one-time flare-up or the beginning of a broader media feud remains uncertain.
For now, one thing is clear: love, fame, and heartbreak are never far apart in the world of celebrity — and everyone is watching.