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See the Unique Detail Fans Noticed as Taylor Swift, Jason and Kylie Kelce met Laila Edwards at the Olympics today
Milano-Cortina, Italy – February 18, 2026 – A heartwarming crossover moment unfolded at the 2026 Winter Olympics when pop icon **Taylor Swift** joined NFL star **Jason Kelce** and his wife **Kylie Kelce** for a surprise meet-up with Team USA women’s hockey standout **Laila Edwards**.
The group posed together in a casual backstage photo shared by USA Hockey’s official account, showing the celebrities beaming alongside the 21-year-old forward — who hails from Cleveland Heights, Ohio, the same hometown as the Kelce brothers.
Edwards, making history as the first Black woman on the U.S. women’s national hockey team, has already scored big off the ice with support from the Kelces.
Fans quickly spotted the standout detail: **Taylor Swift’s subtle nod to Edwards’ journey**. In the snapshot, Swift wore a custom Team USA-inspired accessory — a small hockey stick charm on her necklace — which many believe was a thoughtful tribute to Edwards’ groundbreaking path and the Kelces’ earlier generosity.
Jason and Travis Kelce had previously donated to a GoFundMe to help Edwards’ family travel to Italy for her Olympic debut.
“Look at Taylor’s necklace — that’s a mini hockey stick! She’s showing love to Laila in the sweetest way,” one fan commented on social media, sparking a wave of viral posts praising the “full-circle” moment.
The Kelces have long championed Edwards, with Jason attending games and Kylie featuring her on her podcast *Not Gonna Lie*. Swift’s inclusion added star power to the encounter, delighting fans who called it “the ultimate American support squad.”
Edwards, fresh off strong performances for Team USA, reportedly shared laughs and encouragement with the group. No official comment came from Swift or the Kelces, but the photo has fans buzzing about the wholesome intersection of sports, celebrity, and hometown pride at the Games.
As Edwards continues her quest for Olympic glory, this unexpected meet-up reminds everyone: sometimes the biggest wins happen off the rink.

