Taylor Swift talking about Donna Kelce (Photo Via X)
Taylor Swift might’ve just added another Kelce to her list of favorite people, and fans are eating it up. During a casual night out in Nashville with boyfriend Travis Kelce, Swift was caught on camera gushing about the Chiefs star’s mom, Donna.

The singer made a surprise appearance on Monday night at the welcome event for Kelce’s annual “Tight End University,” a close-knit NFL gathering that brings together the league’s best tight ends to raise money for charity. But it wasn’t just football on Swift’s mind.

Taylor Swift’s Thought Caught On Mic

Taylor Swift and Donna Kelce (Photo By Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images)
In a short clip circulating on social media, Swift says, “Also blonde… I have less charm!”

The comment sparked a frenzy among Swifties, who believe she was referring to Donna Kelce, Travis’s mother. Moments later, Kelce jumps in with an explanation for his mom’s absence.

“She’s out working,” he says. “Have you seen Traitors?”

“She’s out working. Have you seen Traitors?” Shout out to Mama Kelce!! pic.twitter.com/rSsFsaRded

— 🏈👑 | fan acct. (@TayvisHaze) June 24, 2025

Kelce’s mention of the reality show wasn’t random. Donna Kelce is currently competing on The Traitors, the hit television series filmed in a Scottish castle, as confirmed earlier this month. Swift’s offhand praise and Travis’s quick defense of his mom’s hustle only added more weight to their strong family bond.

Since they went public last September, Swift and Donna have appeared together several times, including in a suite at Arrowhead Stadium for a Chiefs game. Their chemistry isn’t just for show. The two often sit side-by-side during games and have built a genuinely warm relationship over the past year.

According to Entertainment Tonight, Swift and Kelce kept things “low-key” throughout the Nashville event. A source told the outlet, “Taylor and Travis stayed mostly toward the back of the VIP area, laughing and mingling with close friends.” The insider added the couple looked “very much in love.”

Travis Kelce co-founded Tight End University in 2021 with George Kittle and Greg Olsen. While Swift kept a low profile, Kittle stood nearby in the viral video clip.

Whether intentional or not, Swift’s candid comment offered fans a glimpse into her growing bond with the Kelce family, especially Donna. Her tone made it clear she admires both Travis and his mom.

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Ant McPartlin’s absence at the King’s Trust Awards reception has been revealed after Dec Donnelly appeared without his right hand man at Buckingham Palace on Wednesday

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It has now been confirmed Ant was away on a family holiday so was unable to make the reception, with Dec attending alongside his wife Alison (pictured)

Yet it isn’t the first time Ant’s absence has been noted after the Geordie TV star failed to attend the reception for the winners of the 20th Prince’s Trust Awards at the palace in May 2024.

King Charles couldn’t contain his laughter during a sweet encounter with Dec as he asked where his right-hand man was.

Explaining why Ant wasn’t able to attend his event, Dec joked that Ant was ‘too busy breastfeeding’ after welcoming his first child with wife Anne-Marie, a son named Wilder.

Dec said: ‘Good to see you, nice to see you too. He’s [Ant] not here today but he sends his apologises. He’s got a week old baby so he’s home breastfeeding or something.’

King Charles asked: ‘Is it his first one [child]?’

Dec responded: ‘Yeah, it’s his first one. They’ve got daughters from previous marriages but it’s his first one.’

‘So will you please give him my many congratulations’, King Charles added.

Dec said: ‘I will, of course.’

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Yet it isn’t the first time Ant’s absence has been noted after the Geordie TV star failed to attend the reception for the winners of the 20th Prince’s Trust Awards in May 2024

Explaining why Ant wasn’t able to attend his event, Dec joked that Ant was ‘too busy breastfeeding’ after welcoming his first child with wife Anne-Marie, a son named Wilder

Meanwhile George Clooney and wife Amal were in good spirits on Wednesday as they arrived hand in hand at the event

Meanwhile George and wife Amal were in good spirits on Wednesday as they arrived hand in hand at the event. 

The Hollywood icon, 64, and his human rights lawyer wife, 47, dressed to impress as they attended the reception celebrating the winners at the palace. 

The actor was back to his grey locks, much to the delight of his wife who George previously said ‘hated’ the freshly brown dyed locks he had for his latest Broadway show.  

The couple couldn’t contain their smile as King Charles III chatted away to the couple before greeting guests.

The Clooneys have long supported the work of The King’s Trust, formerly known as The Prince’s Trust.

The Amal Clooney Women’s Empowerment Award, launched in 2019 with the Trust, celebrates the achievements of inspirational female youngsters around the world.

The actor cut a dapper figure in a grey suit which he teamed with a matching open collar shirt.

George and Amal couldn’t contain their smile as King Charles III chatted away to the couple before greeting guests

Charles appeared to be in high spirits as he chatted with George, Amal and Charlotte Tilbury

Meanwhile Amal made sure to turn heads in a black off the shoulder gown which she teamed with towering heels and a gold clutch.

The King met with the winners of the eight UK categories during the day as well as the three winners of the three global categories ahead of the awards ceremony, which will be held at the Royal Festival Hall on Thursday.

Also mingling with the royal was make-up mogul Charlotte Tilbury, who looked to enjoy a spirited chat with the royal, and national treasure Dame Joanna Lumley.

Actor Joseph Fiennes, presenter Fearne Cotton, Rosie Huntingdon-Whiteley and members of girl group the Sugababes were also present at the glitzy reception.