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Who caught Taylor Swift's bouquet? Her connection to groom Travis Kelce
By Drew Weisholtz l TODAY at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· July 6, 2026
· 4 min read
Travis Kelce is used to catching passes, but it’s a throw from his bride that may have one woman feeling lucky.
Ashley Smith, sister of Kelce’s Kansas City Chiefs teammate Trey Smith, said on Instagram that she caught Taylor Swift’s bouquet after the “Opalite” singer and Kelce got married. The...
Key takeaway Their July 3 ceremony at New York City’s Madison Square Garden may be one of the most high profile weddings in history.
Why this matters in The Trophy Club
The high-profile wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce may have brought a touch of magic to the life of Ashley Smith, sister of Kelce's Kansas City Chiefs teammate Trey Smith. As a former NFL employee, Ashley Smith has likely attended her fair share of high-profile events, but catching the bouquet at this celebrity wedding could be a memorable experience for the Jackson, Tennessee native with ties to the Dallas-Fort Worth area through her brother's NFL connections. With her background in player engagement, Smith has had a front-row seat to major sports events, including five Super Bowls. Now, as she embarks on a new chapter, the bouquet catch could be a fun and lighthearted omen for her own love story. As the community in Trophy Club and surrounding areas follows the lives of notable figures with local connections, Ashley Smith's story serves as a charming reminder of the personal moments that can unfold beyond the spotlight of professional sports and celebrity weddings.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Travis Kelce is used to catching passes, but it’s a throw from his bride that may have one woman feeling lucky.
Ashley Smith, sister of Kelce’s Kansas City Chiefs teammate Trey Smith, said on Instagram that she caught Taylor Swift’s bouquet after the “Opalite” singer and Kelce got married. The...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 6, 2026 by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) and curated for The Trophy Club readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Drew Weisholtz l TODAY at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS). To learn more about how The Trophy Club selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
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