Travis Kelce has certainly been making waves in Hollywood since his high-profile relationship with Taylor Swift began last summer. Between his upcoming role on AHS: Grotesquerie and hosting Amazon’s Are You Smarter Than A Celebrity?, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end is proving he’s more than just a football star. This weekend, Kelce brought back his highly anticipated Kelce Jam for a second year, and despite his natural charisma on stage and screen, he leaned on some valuable advice from Swift before taking the spotlight.
Speaking to Page Six, Kelce shared that the pop sensation told him to “just go out there and have fun.” With a laugh, the 34-year-old quipped, “I’d be silly if I tried to imitate what she does!” as he graced the red carpet before the big event.
Kelce’s enthusiasm was palpable as he addressed the crowd at the Azura Amphitheater in Kansas City, Missouri. “Throughout all my years in [Kansas City], life could be no better than right the f*** now,” he exclaimed. “It’s alive and popping in Kansas City and I know you guys feel that s*** too. I’ve been so thankful that you guys show up and show out every single time when we play at Arrowhead [Stadium] that we’re going to keep bringing Kelce Jam to you in the offseasons, baby.”
The love and support from his fans were evident, with Kelce calling it “unbelievable” on the red carpet. He added, “I didn’t know what the outcome was going to be but sure enough everybody showed up and it’s just so much fun just getting out there and giving some high fives and seeing the smiles.”
Just before the music festival, Kelce enjoyed a romantic getaway with Swift in Paris, staying at the luxurious Villa Sola Cabiati. Their three-night stay reportedly cost nearly $21,000 per night, adding another layer of glamour to their high-profile romance.
Kelce Jam 2024 included performances from top artists including 2 Chainz, Diplo, and Lil Wayne. Kelce even joined Diplo for a DJ set, but it was Lil Wayne who really took the crowd by surprise. “Trav, you brought ’em out tonight. One time for my m*****f***** Travie, man,” Wayne said, visibly impressed by the staggering audience size. “God I didn’t even see ’em. Up top, make some f**ing noise, damn!” Kelce also joined Wayne on stage to perform “Duffle Bag Boy” alongside the rapper.
“I’m a huge mixtape era guy,” Kelce told Billboard before the show. “Wayne has been one of my favorites since high school, since the early 2000s. Since 2 Chainz is here, ‘Duffle Bag Boy’ is one of my favorite songs of all-time. I have it on my game day playlist and everything.”
Judging by the videos posted on social media by some of the festival’s 20,000 attendees — including one video that features Kelce posing for photos as Swift’s “Style” blaring in the background — it’s clear that Kelce’s transition from the gridiron to the stage is being met with open arms and loud cheers from his adoring fans. His journey from football fields to music festivals has been nothing short of extraordinary, much like the impactful influence Swift continues to have on his life.
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