Jason Kelce may have retired from the NFL, but he is now part of Taylor Swift's squad. WWE fans were surprised during Wrestlemania when two masked luchadores with Philadelphia Eagles headpieces interrupted Dominik Mysterio and Santos Escobar's match.
After entering the ring, it was discovered that the masked fighters were Kelce, 36, and his former teammate Lane Johnson. The two NFL players then took off their matching black tank tops in excitement and went on to cheer on the wrestlers without their shirts on.
"Welcome to Wrestlemania, Philadelphia Eagles," announcer Pat McAfee joked, while another person humorously suggested a different name for Kelce.
"Isn’t that whatshername’s brother-in-law?” another broadcaster joked about Swift. “I’m a Steelers fan, Pat.”
McAfee, 36, responded by singing Swift’s “22” loudly. “Is that who you are talking about? ‘Cardigan?’ That’s fair,” he said, mentioning his No. 1 podcast.
Jason Kelce Called Taylor Swift's ‘Brother-in-Law’ During Surprise Wrestlemania Tag-Team Appearance
Rey Mysterio and Jason Kelce during Night One of WrestleMania 40 on April 6, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images
Jason Kelce is the brother of Travis Kelce, a football player. Travis has been dating the 34-year-old Grammy winner since summer 2023.
Travis, who is 34 years old, mentioned his interest in Taylor Swift on the brothers' podcast "New Heights". He shared that he was disappointed they didn't meet after attending her Eras Tour concert in Kansas City in July 2023. Swift heard his comments and reached out to him, leading to the start of their relationship.
During a March episode of the siblings' podcast, Jason jokingly mentioned how things happen when you put it out into the universe on 'New Heights,' after guest Saquon Barkley praised Travis' manifestation skills. He playfully encouraged Travis to "speak it into existence!"
Travis and Swift made their relationship public in September 2023 when she attended her first Chiefs game. Throughout the football season, Swift continued to support Travis by attending 12 more games, including the Super Bowl LVIII in February. Both at the big game and the preceding AFC championship, Swift watched from a private suite with Travis' family.
Jason Kelce Called Taylor Swift's ‘Brother-in-Law’ During Surprise Wrestlemania Tag-Team Appearance
Rey Mysterio, Jason Kelce, Lane Johnson and Andrade during Night One of WrestleMania 40 on April 6, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. WWE/Getty Imags
Jason admitted that he missed Usher's halftime performance at the Super Bowl because there was a lot going on in the suite. He shared on his podcast that everyone wanted to meet Taylor, and even Shaquille O'Neal came by. This experience gave him a better understanding of the things she has to deal with.
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After Travis and the Chiefs won the Super Bowl, he’s been a devoted boyfriend to Swift and attended several of her international Eras shows. The couple is now enjoying her tour hiatus from her California residence.
He mentioned, "There were so many star-studded people there, where it’s like, ‘Dude, everybody wants to come see her, but the suite’s only so big.’ It was overwhelming, to be honest with you, it was very overwhelming."
Editor's P/S:
The article showcases the unexpected appearance of former NFL player Jason Kelce at Wrestlemania, alongside his former teammate Lane Johnson. Donning Philadelphia Eagles headpieces as masked luchadores, they interrupted a match between Dominik Mysterio and Santos Escobar, causing a stir among WWE fans. Kelce's involvement underscores the growing crossover between sports and entertainment, as athletes increasingly seek new avenues for expression beyond their primary disciplines.
Furthermore, the article sheds light on the relationship between Kelce's brother, Travis, and renowned singer-songwriter Taylor Swift. After Travis expressed his admiration for Swift on a podcast, she reached out to him, leading to a blossoming romance. Their relationship has become a topic of interest in both the sports and entertainment worlds, capturing the attention of fans and media alike. The couple's public appearances, including Swift's attendance at Travis's football games and international Eras tour shows, have fueled speculation about their future plans.