The actor played a special — and surprising to some — role in the Swift-Kelce nuptials.

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce and singer-songwriter superstar Taylor Swift are preparing for their reported wedding at Madison Square Garden in New York City on July 3.

Instead of opting for a traditional bridal party, Swift’s brother Austin served as her “man of honor” and Kelce’s brother Jason acted as his “best man,” according to an emailed statement from Swift’s ...