See the cutest throwback pics of a young Travis Kelce, before he was a Kansas City Chiefs football star — and Taylor Swift’s fiancé
Published on October 5, 2025 07:00AM EDT
Before he was one of the most searched people on the Internet, Travis Kelce was just a kid in Cleveland with a big brother he admired and two loving parents who helped grow his dreams.
On Instagram through the years, he’s shared many glimpses into that time in his life, from school portraits and prom pics to Christmas memories and beyond.
As the Kansas City Chiefs’ tight end celebrates his 36th birthday, look back at the cutest throwback photos of Travis Kelce.
Back to Back
Travis and big brother Jason were the “#baddestkidsontheplanet” in their hockey photo, Travis said of this shot, adding, “Jason doesn’t know how to cross his arms.”
Baby Blondie
A happy pint-sized Travis got a push in a baby swing. “Life is Lit,” he captioned the snap.
Brotherly Bond
On National Siblings Day 2012, Travis shared a photo from the Kelces’ University of Cincinnati days.
Mad for Plaid
“#TBT to when I ruled the playground! 😂😂😂 I tormented teachers lives… #OdoyleRules #PreschoolDays,” Travis captioned an old school photo.
7th Heaven
“Just a kid from the #Heights living his dream!!” he wrote alongside a 2018 throwback.
Red (Travis’s Version)
“#BabyTrav” was the only commentary this sweet snap needed.
Prom King
Travis opted for a pinstripe suit for his big night out at prom in 2008.
“Miss these two guys right here, and everyone else from The Heights,” Travis wrote alongside the picture.
Total Baller
Kelce’s basketball photo, shared in 2015, came with many hashtags: “#Gameday #BallisLife #KCvsAZ #YouDontWantTheseProllems #StraightDunkinOnYoAss #WhiteThunda #BabyReeves #EarsTuckedInTheHeadband #TooMuchSwag”
Oh, Brother
Travis could’ve clearly use a break during playtime with big bro.
Say Cheese
Don’t tell Kylie, but baby Ellie literally has her uncle’s eyes, as evidenced in this pic.
