Taylor Swift and her gridiron groom Travis Kelce tied the knot in grand style on Friday, July 3, at New York's iconic Madison Square Garden. Details of the lavish nuptials are trickling out slowly. By many accounts, it was a fun frolic for all, with celebs galore, Adam Sandler officiating, and raffles to win opulent prizes. The epic extravaganza must have truly been a wedding for the ages. However, the pop princess had a really sad loss that very same day. Per The Telegraph, "Swift's favorite teacher, who later worked as her security guard, tragically died on the day of her wedding," per his family. His name was Kurt Schwabe, and he succumbed to cancer at the age of 69 on Friday, July 3.
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Schwabe Reportedly Thought of the Famed Singer Like His Own Family
Per the outlet, Kurt Schwabe's wife, Janet, claimed that "he treated her like he did his own daughters." Sarah, his daughter, also mentioned that er dad had a warm, sincere way about him that drew others close. She said, "My dad had a remarkable way of making people feel seen, valued, and protected. whether you were family, one of his students, or someone like Taylor whose path crossed his, he cared deeply about people. That's the legacy he leaves behind."
He Was Her Criminal Justice Teacher in High School
Kurt Schwabe was formerly a police officer, in Chicago per The Telegraph. From 2004 to 2006, he was Taylor Swift's criminal justice teacher. That was back when she was a student at Hendersonville High School in Nashville. By 2009, Schwabe made the career switch to being Swift's security guard as her family asked, per the outlet.
Prior to her marriage he shared his thoughts about his highly accomplished former student. "I told her, you're a superstar. This is not fun and games no more. You are it, Everything keeps going up and up and up, and the sky's the limit for you."
He knew what he was talking about. Taylor Swift is now arguably one of the most beloved and popular performers in any genre on the planet. Countless Swifties globally would agree.
Schwabe Took His Responsibility To Protect Her Very Seriously
Kurt Schwabe reportedly said, "If anything happens, I'm the guy." He eventually left the security role allegedly because of burnout. Nevertheless, Schwabe was always tremendously proud of Taylor Swift and remained a staunch and caring friend.
