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Travis Kelce openly discusses public opinions concerning his relationship with Taylor Swift

Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift's partner, discusses his "meathead jock" stereotype in a recent interview, humorously stating, "I jest about it... I'm just living my life as it is."

Travis Kelce openly discusses the popular opinions regarding him during his relationship with...
Travis Kelce openly discusses the popular opinions regarding him during his relationship with Taylor Swift

Travis Kelce openly discusses public opinions concerning his relationship with Taylor Swift

In an interview with GQ magazine, Travis Kelce, the 35-year-old tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs and boyfriend of Taylor Swift, opened up about his dual focus on football and entertainment. The discussion covered various aspects, including his NFL performance, acting ventures, and personal life.

Kelce admitted that his pursuit of acting roles, hosting gigs, and other entertainment opportunities, such as his appearances in Happy Gilmore 2, Ryan Murphy's Grotesquerie, hosting Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity?, and Saturday Night Live in 2023, had negatively affected his football performance over the past two years. His on-field play, he said, "haven't been to my standard."

Regarding the impact on his performance last season, Kelce expressed regret that his split focus contributed to a dip in his football output, which was evident in the Kansas City Chiefs' loss in the Super Bowl to the Philadelphia Eagles in early 2025. However, he remains determined to prioritize winning a Super Bowl as his "only goal" moving forward, indicating a renewed focus on football while still exploring entertainment opportunities.

Despite the challenges, Kelce appears committed to maintaining his elite NFL career while selectively engaging in entertainment projects. He emphasized the importance of staying true to himself, regardless of others' perceptions, and joked about his stereotype, saying, "I'm just out here living life."

Kelce's foray into the world of acting began last year with his debut on FX's Grotesquerie. His hosting of the Prime Video game show, Are You Smarter Than A Celebrity?, also marked a significant step in his entertainment career. However, he made it clear that these endeavours were separate from his football career.

In the same interview, Kelce also discussed his love story with Taylor Swift, emphasizing the importance of staying authentic and not wanting everyone to think he's an "idiot." He stated, "There's always something to learn," suggesting a continuous effort to grow and evolve, both on and off the field.

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