Greg James shares insights from Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding in New York City

BBC Radio 1's Greg James attended the highly anticipated wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce on Friday, July 3, 2026, in New York City. The popular Breakfast host revealed exclusive details about the star-studded event during his show, describing it as an "incredibly strange but exciting dream".

Star-Studded Guest List at the Wedding

With a guest list reportedly containing over 1,000 names, the wedding featured celebrities from music, Hollywood, and sports. James shared, "Every 10 seconds it was a room full of the most famous people in the world." He expressed disbelief at the star power present, likening the experience to visiting a live version of Madame Tussauds.

James managed to keep the event a secret from his friends, only informing his wife, Bella Mackie, who was also invited. He humorously noted that he took annual leave without disclosing the reason to his boss.

Unique Wedding Experience

The wedding festivities took place at Madison Square Gardens, where James shared that there were "multiple cakes" and an open invitation for guests to hit the dance floor. "It was unbelievably fun," he said, adding that the first 10,000 drinks were free, resulting in an "incredible hangover".

During the celebration, James managed to converse with both Swift and Kelce, though he acknowledged that the couple was busy with their guests. He also reminisced about surreal moments, including being in the company of Hugh Grant and his wife.

Behind the Scenes and Keepsakes

James revealed that he took home two doilies as keepsakes from the event. He also mentioned that Bella brought along several dresses for the occasion. Interestingly, he wore the same suit he had donned for a previous event honoring Long Boi, a beloved mallard from the University of York.

Fans and listeners can catch more of James' reflections on his Radio 1 Breakfast show, which is available on BBC Sounds.