Taylor Swift backs Travis Kelce and Kansas City Chiefs’ ESPN docuseries with full support Getty Images) Taylor Swift’s presence in the NFL world has once again made headlines, this time by lending her support to ESPN’s newly released docuseries on the Kansas City Chiefs, The Kingdom. The six-part series not only highlights the reigning Super Bowl champions’ 2024 season but also dives into the history of the franchise. According to director Kristen Lappas, Swift “approved all of her image and likeness” and was “very supportive” of the project.
Taylor Swift brings star power to Travis Kelce’s Chiefs story
Although Swift wasn’t interviewed for the series, her involvement is felt throughout. Chiefs CMO Lara Krug explained, “Now you see her in the way that I think is how she wanted to be seen, which is as a fan of the community.” Her image appears naturally within the narrative of the team rather than as a central storyline, keeping the focus on Travis Kelce, Patrick Mahomes, Chris Jones, Andy Reid, and the Chiefs dynasty.
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Swift’s support comes as no surprise. Since her relationship with Kelce began in 2023, she has been a visible figure at stadiums across the country, cheering from the stands at regular-season games and Super Bowls alike. Kelce himself admitted to GQ that she has transformed into a passionate fan: “She is the most engulfed fan now. She knows what the injury reports look like… third and short, all these things, because she just naturally loves to hear about my job.”Her own words reflect this journey. On the “New Heights” podcast, she confessed, “I didn’t know what a first down was. I didn’t know what a tight end was,” but with Kelce’s guidance, she became “obsessed” with football. Her enthusiasm reached a point where she joked about celebrating draft picks at home like a lifelong fan.
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The connection isn’t one-sided. Kelce gushed about being at her concerts, saying, “I get to go and be that fan. Because I am a fan.” Their mutual admiration has spilled over into sports and entertainment, making them one of the most talked-about celebrity couples.Even Chiefs executives acknowledge Swift’s impact. CEO Clark Hunt estimated that her presence spurred “a 30 percent growth in our fan base.” For fans tuning into The Kingdom, it’s clear that Swift’s role goes far beyond the stands—she has become a part of the Chiefs’ evolving story.Even Ed Kelce said recently while attending the premiere of The Kingdom in Kansas City on Sunday, Aug. 24 that Travis Kelce finds joy and happiness in Taylor Swift. When asked about the reason behind Travis’ happiness, Ed responded without hesitation, “Taylor. There’s absolutely no doubt about it.”For Ed, pride in his son stretches far beyond football accolades. While Travis has built a reputation as a record-breaking athlete, his father sees just as much value in the roles he plays as a son, friend, and partner.“I think his continued work ethic is something that really makes you happy. That, combined with the efforts that he puts forth for those less fortunate, for the underserved communities. I think it’s a combination of those things,” he shared with PEOPLE. “He has really dedicated himself this season, too. I mean, he’s in the best shape I think he’s been in a long time.”Fans looking for a deeper glimpse into Travis’ journey can watch The Kingdom, a multi-part series documenting the Kansas City Chiefs’ 2024 campaign and highlighting the franchise’s rich place in NFL history, now streaming on ESPN+.Also Read: “The league is conspiring against that family”: Fans bring racism debate as Buccaneers waive Shilo Sanders after preseason ejection shocker