publish time

04/07/2024

author name Arab Times

publish time

04/07/2024

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift (right)

LOS ANGELES, July 4: Travis Kelce, the renowned NFL tight end, recently showcased his off-field talents by joining his girlfriend, pop superstar Taylor Swift, on stage during her Eras Tour in London. Kelce's appearance delighted fans and highlighted his seamless transition from the football field to the concert stage.

The surprise performance was revealed on the season 2 finale of Kelce's podcast, "New Heights," which he co-hosts with his brother, former NFL center Jason Kelce. "I initially mentioned it to Tay. I was like, ‘How funny would it be if I just rolled out on one of the bikes during the ’1989' era?'" Kelce recounted. Swift found the idea amusing and eventually incorporated him into the show.

Kelce made his entrance during "The Tortured Poets Department" segment, accompanying backup dancers Cam and Jan. "They're trying to bring Tay back to life, right? Trying to get her ready to perform the rest of the show," Kelce explained, referencing Swift's track "Can Do It With A Broken Heart."

The playful skit saw Kelce engaging with the dancers and the crowd, even picking Swift up and carrying her to a couch. "The one thing I told myself is, ‘Do not drop Taylor. Get her to the couch safely,'" he joked.

Kelce admitted that performing wasn't entirely new to him, as he often mimics Swift's choreography from the audience. "I've seen the show so many times at this point. I'll find myself in the crowd just doing the choreography," he said. His primary concern was not disappointing Swift, and by all accounts, he succeeded.

Towards the end of the podcast, Kelce hinted at more potential appearances. "Shoutout to Tay for letting me jump on the stage with her. Who knows? Might not be the last time. You guys will have to keep showing up to these — the Eras Tour — to see if I pop out of the stage or what not," he teased.

Swift's international tour leg has attracted numerous celebrities, including Hugh Grant, Tom Cruise, Ashton Kutcher, Stevie Nicks, and Julia Roberts, who have all attended recent shows in the VIP tent.