NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce made their first public appearance in the city on October 14, and did not shy away from PDA.

The 'Anti-Hero' singer and Kansas City Chiefs tight end were photographed on their way to the Saturday Night Live afterparty, walking hand-in-hand at the venue.

According to ET, an eyewitness reported that the couple was present for the season premiere party at Catch Steakhouse in the Meatpacking District, arriving at the celebration around 2.20 am holding hands.

"Taylor and Travis seemed to really be having a great night and looked happy to be with each other. They kissed throughout the evening," said the eyewitness.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were comfortable together

Another source reportedly told ET, "Taylor and Travis looked very comfortable and happy together. They were kissing openly and weren’t shy with their PDA. When Taylor first arrived, she spent time with Ice Spice and Ice Spice’s friends."

The pair appeared to be the "real deal," and they did not hold back when it came to being affectionate, claimed a third source.

"They were holding hands throughout the night, whispering into each other's ear, and they even exchanged some kisses," said the source, adding that it wasn't like they were making out, just sweet moments like "he'd kiss her on her head."

They also stated that Kelce was being protective of Swift.

"At one point, he actually told her security guard that he could step aside, like he'd take it from here."

Which other celebs were present at the SNL afterparty?

Celebrities who were present at the SNL premiere bash included host Pete Davidson, and his rumored girlfriend, Madelyn Cline, Lorne Michaels, Dave Chapelle, Michael Che, Colin Jost, Steve Harrington, and many more.

"Everyone was in a great mood and had a great time," reported the eyewitness.

Both Kelce and Swift made surprise appearances at Studio 8H. Kelce appeared in the first skit of the night, which poked fun at the NFL's constant coverage of their relationship. Later, the pop star took to the stage to welcome Ice Spice ahead of her second performance.

Internet reacts to Travis Kelcee and Taylor Swift's appearance

Netizens are hearting the couple's appearance, as seen in the following tweets.

"PLS he's such a green flag i'm so jealous 🥹," one wrote on social media.

"Wow! What a gentleman 😄😍," a person said while praising Kelce.

"That’s really so sweet if you ask me, should have been me," one social media user said.

"I love this for her 🥹🥹🥹🥹," another user said.