Taylor Swift stepped out in New York on Wednesday, December 10, ahead of her appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Photographs show her wearing a winter-ready ensemble: a cream faux fur jacket layered over a gray top, a plaid wrap-around miniskirt, sheer black tights, and tall gray suede boots. A red Saint Laurent crossbody bag and diamond earrings completed the outfit, which was captured by photographers and fans as she arrived at the Ed Sullivan Theater.

For the television segment, Swift changed into a burgundy velvet off-the-shoulder minidress by David Koma. The dress paired with matching velvet heels and diamond jewelry, including her engagement ring from fiancé Travis Kelce. Studio photos highlighted the rich color and structured fit, giving her look a polished, on-screen presence.

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During her interview with Stephen Colbert, Swift spoke about her upcoming projects, including the docuseries The End of an Era and the concert film Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour: The Final Show, both set to release on Disney+ on December 12. She also discussed her engagement and the work she has done to reclaim her music masters this year.

Swift briefly addressed critics with a four-word message, signaling her continued dedication to her career and her fans.

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Media outlets noted both her street-style arrival and the television-ready look, emphasizing the contrast between practical winter layers and a striking on-screen outfit. Fans shared photos and videos across Instagram and Twitter, documenting each moment of the evening.

The appearance was part of Swift’s media engagements and project releases for December.

Taylor Swift made a surprise appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on Wednesday, Dec. 10, marking her first visit to the late-night program since 2021. Her return generated excitement among fans, especially after days of speculation about what she might be promoting ahead of a busy week of releases.

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Earlier in the week, The Late Show teased her appearance with a playful Instagram announcement video featuring Stephen Colbert dancing to Swift’s song “Opalite.” The montage also included one of the most memorable moments from her last visit. The comedic bit in which she firmly, but jokingly, told Colbert that her 2008 track “Hey Stephen” was not written about him, despite his insistence. It added humor and nostalgia into the lead-up to her appearance.

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Swift’s latest appearance comes at a notable moment, just one day before the premiere of her new Disney+ docuseries The End of an Era, which begins streaming tomorrow, Dec. 12. The six-episode series offers an in-depth look at the creation, scale, and emotional weight of the Eras Tour, chronicling how the show evolved into a global success and its personal significance behind the scenes.

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Fans will also receive The Eras Tour – The Final Show on Dec. 12. A complete recording of her final tour performance in Vancouver on Dec. 8, 2024. The concert film features the full Tortured Poets Department set, giving fans a final view of at the tour’s closing night.

With back-to-back releases and a rare late-night appearance, Swift is closing out the year with a packed and highly high-profile week.

When Miley Cyrus and Maxx Morando walked the red carpet at the Avatar: Fire and Ash premiere in Los Angeles on December 1, 2025, it wasn’t just Miley’s sequined black gown that caught eyes. A diamond on her left ring finger, a cushion-cut stone set in a chunky 14‑karat yellow gold band by Jacquie Aiche, sparked immediate attention. Hours later, the engagement was confirmed, revealing a romance that has quietly matured over four years.

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The story began in 2021 with a blind date that Miley described as “blind for me and not really for him.” They appeared publicly later that year at a fashion event but kept most of their relationship private. Fans caught glimpses: quiet dinners, low-key outings, and eventually shared creative spaces. Unlike the whirlwind headlines that usually accompany celebrity romances, theirs unfolded slowly, anchored by shared music sessions and mutual friends.

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Their connection goes beyond romance. Morando, drummer for the band Liily and former member of The Regrettes, played on Miley’s 2023 album Endless Summer Vacation and contributed to her 2025 visual project Something Beautiful. For Miley, their collaboration is genuine partnership, not just public posturing. She has said their shared creativity and ability to keep life light help her stay grounded amid the pressures of fame.

The engagement ring itself has made waves. First noticed during Miley’s birthday on November 23, it reappeared at the premiere, perfectly timed for the spotlight. Jewelry experts estimate the diamond’s value between $150,000 and $450,000, with the yellow-gold, east-west cushion cut lending it a bold, rock‑and‑roll vibe while still reading bridal.

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For Miley, this engagement signals a turning point. She has navigated stardom, reinvention, and high-profile relationships, but now she appears steady. Morando is not a tabloid fixture; he is a collaborator, a stabilizer, and a constant. Their romance is not about headlines, it is about partnership. In a celebrity world often defined by spectacle, theirs is a quiet burn built on mutual respect, creative synergy, and loyalty that survives microphones, cameras, and late-night studio sessions.

Fans of Miley’s music, celebrity culture, or just real-life relationship stories can see something refreshing here: two people carving out a private, enduring bond on their own terms. The engagement marks more than a ring; it is a signal that, after years in the spotlight, Miley has found a partner who meets her where she is, personally and creatively.