CBS News reporter Olivia Rinaldi was caught off guard moments before a live report outside the White House when news broke of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement, a moment that resonated deeply with Swift fans worldwide. The announcement, which Swift shared on social media, left Rinaldi visibly stunned on camera, her jaw dropping as she processed the update.
In a lighthearted moment, Rinaldi compared herself to Paul Revere, saying, “She just posted it — oh my God, oh my God. ... I feel like Paul Revere right now,” as she relayed the news to her team and CBS viewers. She also gushed over the proposal photos, noting, “The ring is ginormous!”
During the broadcast, she enthusiastically declared, “This is a very exciting moment for me in my professional career because I get to announce that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged,” prompting a chuckle from the anchor.
CBS News reporter @olivialarinaldi discovers Taylor Swift is engaged to Travis Kelce moments before going on live TV. “I feel like Paul Revere right now.” https://t.co/SsAqe2q4US pic.twitter.com/0fS6lCqEIR
— CBS News (@CBSNews) August 26, 2025
The clip of Rinaldi’s reaction, shared by CBS News on social media, went viral, amassing hundreds of thousands of views.