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Mariska Hargitay Spills Inside Details on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s MSG Wedding

The 'Law & Order: SVU' star says the pop icon and NFL tight end made Madison Square Garden feel surprisingly intimate during their July 3 nuptials.

By Rae MitchellPublished Updated 2 min read

Mariska Hargitay is still on cloud nine after watching her close friend Taylor Swift walk down the aisle to marry Travis Kelce in New York City. The *Law & Order: Special Victims Unit* legend attended the couple’s grand July 3 nuptials alongside her husband, Peter Hermann. Now, she is pulling back the curtain on what it was actually like to witness the biggest showbiz event of the summer. During a Wednesday, September 9 guest spot on *Jimmy Kimmel Live!*, the 62-year-old star confessed that she is still buzzing from the evening. She admitted that she went in expecting a massive, overwhelming spectacle due to the location, but walked away completely stunned by how cozy and personal the entire event felt.

Did Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce get married at Madison Square Garden?

The wedding was held at the world-famous Madison Square Garden, a venue that normally packs in up to 20,000 spectators for concerts and basketball games. However, Hargitay explained that the 36-year-old Grammy winner and the 36-year-old Kansas City Chiefs tight end managed to turn the cavernous arena into a shockingly cozy sanctuary. According to the TV star, huge guest lists often make weddings feel impersonal, but this night completely flipped the script. Hargitay revealed that the ceremony felt remarkably close-knit despite the grand setting, proving that the couple prioritized real emotion over flashy production.

Mariska Hargitay smiling at an event
Mariska Hargitay smiling at an event

What did Mariska Hargitay say about Taylor Swift’s wedding vows?

Out of all the highlights from the star-studded bash, Hargitay admitted that one specific moment completely stole her heart. She noted that hearing Swift and Kelce deliver their personal vows was her absolute favorite part of the night, labeling the sweet exchange as pure magic. The tight-knit connection between Swift and Hargitay comes as no surprise to longtime fans of the pop titan. Just a month before the July ceremony, the duo raised eyebrows when they sat together in the front row at Game 4 of the NBA Finals. Sporting matching T-shirts, they cheered on the New York Knicks as they faced off against the San Antonio Spurs. With memories like that, it is easy to see why Hargitay continues to gush over the iconic couple's special day.

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Where did Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce get married?
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce held their wedding ceremony at Madison Square Garden in New York City on July 3.
What did Mariska Hargitay say about Taylor Swift's wedding?
Mariska Hargitay described the event as spectacular and unexpectedly intimate, revealing that hearing the couple exchange their personal vows was her favorite part of the night.
When did Mariska Hargitay discuss the wedding on talk shows?
Hargitay shared details about attending the nuptials during an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Wednesday, September 9.