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When Football Meets Music: Travis Kelce’s Apology to Taylor Swift’s Father and the Unforgettable Night

Posted on November 16, 2023 - 7:18 am by

Travis Kelce Extends Apology to Taylor Swift’s Father Following Concert Encounter

Travis Kelce, the Kansas City Chiefs’ star tight end, made headlines during the team’s bye week as he attended Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour in Argentina.

The pop sensation, known for her surprise twists, altered the lyrics of her song “Karma” to give a nod to Kelce’s dedication by traveling to South America for the concert.

Addressing the lyric change for the first time, Kelce shared his reaction on the “New Heights” podcast with his brother, Jason Kelce, stating, “Definitely when I heard it come out of her mouth, it still shocked me. I was like, ‘Oh shh… she really just said that, alright.'”

During the podcast, Kelce took a moment to extend an apology to Taylor Swift’s father, Scott Swift.

He explained that during the excitement, he missed a high-five attempt from Mr. Swift, stating, “Mr. Swift, I apologize, big guy. I never miss a high-five, too. (I’m a) big high-five guy. It’s the most electric thing you can do at an event.”

Kelce went on to express his admiration for the concert, emphasizing the incredible energy of the sold-out shows and praising Swift’s performance, stating, “And yeah, Taylor absolutely ripped it. She killed it. Looked like she was having some fun up there.”

In footage shared on social media, Swift can be seen altering the lyrics of “Karma” to playfully acknowledge Kelce’s presence.

Following the concert, videos surfaced of Swift and Kelce sharing a long kiss off-stage, solidifying the positive nature of their relationship.

Social media users, particularly on Twitter/X, reacted positively to Kelce’s comments, with one user expressing appreciation for Kelce’s support of Swift.

Another user remarked on Kelce’s celebration of Swift’s success, while others shared their enthusiasm for the prospect of Jason Kelce attending an Eras show with Travis.

In the aftermath of this unexpected musical twist, it’s clear that Kelce and Swift are enjoying a harmonious connection, unafraid to share their affection publicly.