Tom Hanks' 8-word warning to Travis Kelce ahead of marriage to Taylor Swift


Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce received some sage advice from Tom Hanks at the Toy Story 5 premiere in LA ahead of the couple's wedding


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Jenni McKnight
Jenni McKnightUS Lifestyle Editor
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Tom Hanks has been married to Rita Wilson for 38 years, so it's safe to assume that he knows a thing or two about a happy marriage.

The Oscar winner stepped out for the Toy Story 5 premiere in Los Angeles on June 9 alongside Taylor Swift, who penned the track "I Knew It, I Knew You," for the film, and was only too happy to share some words of wisdom.

Ahead of Taylor's impending wedding to Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, Tom offered up some advice, and a subtle warning, to the NFL star.

Sharing his secrets to a happy marriage, Tom warned Travis, per E! News: "The man must make the waffles on Sunday."

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Travis and Taylor have reportedly set a date for their highly anticipated nuptials, with the save-the-dates revealing that they will tie the knot in New York. 

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Tom and Rita Wilson have been married for 38 years

In April, it was claimed that Taylor is set to walk down the aisle on July 3. The venue is yet to be confirmed, although it is thought that Taylor and Travis will marry in an arena or museum-like space to accommodate a large guest list. 

It has been reported that the couple has spent a whopping $3 million to hire out Madison Square Garden for at least three days: one for setup, one for the wedding, and one for the breakdown, according to TMZ.

The arena's website also shows that no events are scheduled for July 2, 3, and 4.

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Travis and Taylor will reportedly marry on July 3

The location would certainly make sense. Taylor has deep ties to New York and owns an impressive property portfolio in Tribeca, while Travis has often spoken about his affection for the city.

On an episode of his New Heights podcast, Travis described New York as one of his favorite places to spend time.

"I think it's one of my favorite things to do in New York, just be one with the city and just kinda walk the streets and feel the electricity," he shared.

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The couple are huge fans of NYC

The news came after many fans believed Taylor and Travis would marry in Rhode Island on June 13, either at her $17 million mansion or nearby at the Ocean House resort in Watch Hill. 

Tara Guérard, the venue's wedding planner, refuted this rumor in an Instagram comment. "I am the wedding planner for June 13th at the Ocean House in Rhode Island! Sorry to let you all know, Taylor is not my bride this weekend! Boo! Kindest, @taraguerard," she wrote. 

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Travis popped the question in August 2025

Rhode Island Senator Sheldon Whitehouse also hinted that the state may no longer be in the running.

"I think she gave Rhode Island a pass," he told TMZbefore adding that he would be delighted to host the superstar singer in the Ocean State. "I'd love to have her in Rhode Island."

Taylor and Travis got engaged in August 2025, with Travis popping the question in his backyard in Kansas City with a dazzling, brilliant-cut old mine diamond ring. 

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