Jason Kelce Gets Emotional Sharing His Experience at Taylor Swift Concert
This week, the internet nearly broke when Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce joined Taylor Swift on stage during her Eras Tour show in London. Dressed in costume for a cameo appearance, Travis’s participation was a highlight, but it also marked a significant moment for his brother, Jason Kelce, who attended his first Swift concert.
While Travis has been a regular at Swift’s shows, dating back to before their relationship began, this was Jason’s inaugural experience at one of the most sought-after music events. The retired Philadelphia Eagles center embraced the “Swifties” culture wholeheartedly, donning friendship bracelets at the event.
The brothers shared their concert experiences, with Jason revealing his unexpected emotional reaction.
“We watched Tay absolutely shred it … it was so cool,” said Travis. “Playing in front of 90,000 at Wembley Stadium. I remember 2015 playing in front of 80,000 in Wembley Stadium and then seeing Tay up there going crazy. They get a lot louder for Taylor than they do for American football.”
Jason echoed his brother’s sentiments, describing the concert as “amazing.”
“It was insanely impressive. Obviously Taylor’s an amazing singer, songwriter, but then to be able to go out there and be perfect at that level for that many hours.”
Travis highlighted the demanding nature of Swift’s performance, noting the 45-song set. “Insane,” he called it.
Despite their combined 352 games in the NFL, both brothers admitted they couldn’t match Swift’s endurance on stage.
“If I did what she did for one song I would have to change my clothes … man I’m tired of drinking these beers and Taylor’s still singing!” Jason said, laughing. “I can’t feel my hand anymore because all these friendship bracelets are cutting off my circulation.”
Travis, known for his energetic participation in the VIP tent, admitted that even from the sidelines, he needed breaks.
A heartwarming tradition at Swift’s shows is handing the black “22 hat” to someone in the crowd. This moment touched Jason deeply.
“It was an awesome experience. Obviously, the Swifties make it very memorable, they know all the songs. The run of show even, like the 22 hat, dude I’ve never cried at a concert and I was literally tearing up watching this little girl’s entire — I’m about to tear up right now — it was so special,” Jason shared.
Jason praised the Swifties for making the concert memorable for him and his wife, Kylie Kelce.
“I’m glad you guys enjoyed it. We had a whole bunch of friends and family in town and it’s just cool to come over to London and support her and have a few beers while she absolutely killed it on stage,” Travis added.
