Pop superstar Taylor Swift has been booed by NFL fans for cheering on her boyfriend Travis Kelce, who plays for the Kansas City Chiefs. The singer attended the Chiefs’ game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, December 17, 2023, at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
Swift shows her love for Kelce
Taylor Swift, who is currently on a break from her international Eras Tour, was spotted wearing a Chiefs jersey with Kelce’s number 87 on it. She also held up a sign that read “I love you Travis” and waved it enthusiastically whenever Kelce made a play. The couple has been dating since October 2023, when they met at a charity event in Los Angeles.
Swift was seen smiling and clapping as the Chiefs scored a touchdown in the first half, giving them a 14-10 lead over the Patriots. However, her display of affection did not go down well with the Patriots fans, who booed and jeered at her every time she appeared on the stadium’s big screen.
NFL fans react to Swift’s presence
Many NFL fans took to social media to express their displeasure at Swift’s presence at the game. Some accused her of being a bandwagon fan who only supported the Chiefs because of her boyfriend. Others mocked her for her previous relationships with celebrities such as Harry Styles, Tom Hiddleston, and Joe Alwyn.
Some of the tweets from NFL fans are:
- “Taylor Swift is at the Chiefs game with a sign that says ‘I love you Travis’. How long before she writes a breakup song about him?” – @NFLFanatic
- “Taylor Swift booed by Patriots fans. That’s what you get for dating a Chief. #GoPats” – @PatriotsNation
- “Taylor Swift is a Chiefs fan now? She changes teams more than she changes boyfriends.” – @NFLMemes
Swift responds to the backlash
Taylor Swift, who is known for her outspokenness and sense of humor, did not let the backlash affect her. She responded to the criticism with a tweet of her own, saying:
“I’m sorry, did I miss something? Am I not allowed to support my boyfriend? Or is it because he plays for the Chiefs and not the Patriots? #SorryNotSorry #GoChiefs”
She also posted a video on her Instagram story, showing her and Kelce kissing and hugging after the game. The Chiefs won the game 31-24, securing their spot in the playoffs. The video was captioned:
“Best day ever. So proud of you, baby. You’re amazing. #ChiefsKingdom”
Swift and Kelce’s relationship
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have been dating for two months, and have been inseparable ever since. They have been spotted on several dates, such as going to Disneyland, attending a Halloween party, and watching movies at home. They have also been supportive of each other’s careers, with Swift attending Kelce’s games and Kelce joining Swift on stage during her concerts.
The couple has also received a lot of love and support from their fans and friends. Swift’s best friend Selena Gomez, who is also dating an NFL player, Aaron Rodgers of the Green Bay Packers, said that she was happy for Swift and Kelce. She said:
“They’re so cute together. They have so much in common. They’re both talented, passionate, and generous. They make each other happy. I’m glad Taylor found someone who treats her right.”
Kelce’s teammate Patrick Mahomes, who is the quarterback of the Chiefs, also praised Swift and Kelce’s relationship. He said:
“Taylor is awesome. She’s a great person and a great fan. She always supports Travis and the team. Travis is lucky to have her. They’re a great match.”
