Kylie Kelce Says Husband Jason Kelce's 'Sweet' Retelling of Their Meet Cute Still Makes Her Laugh
Jason Kelce and Kylie Kelce. Courtesy of Kylie Kelce/Instagram
Kylie Kelce finds Jason Kelce's story of how they met enjoyable, even though it may not be completely true.
In an interview with NBC Philadelphia on Tuesday, March 5, Kylie, who is 31 years old, shared her thoughts on Jason, who is 36, mentioning their first meeting during a speech about his retirement from the Philadelphia Eagles. Kylie described Jason's words as "very, very sweet," but she also found his version amusing because he was "intoxicated" when they first met.
Jason shared his retirement news during a press conference on Monday, March 4, marking the end of his 13-year career as a center for the Eagles. Reflecting on his career highlights, Jason expressed gratitude to Kylie for being his source of support and grounding throughout the journey.
Recalling a memorable moment from his time with the Eagles, Jason reminisced about the team's Christmas party in 2014. After the party, he and some teammates went to Buffalo Billiards, where his life took an unexpected turn. It was there that he met his future wife, and he vividly remembers the moment she walked through the door.
Jason couldn't hold back his emotions as he reminisced about the first time he laid eyes on Kylie at the bar. He had connected with her on Tinder and when she entered, it was as if she glided in with an aura surrounding her. Her words were captivating and he couldn't help but wonder if this was what love truly felt like. She was a combination of beauty and intelligence, with a serious yet playful demeanor. Jason knew instantly that she was someone special.
Kylie Kelce Says Husband Jason Kelce's 'Sweet' Retelling of Their Meet Cute Still Makes Her Laugh
Jason Kelce credited his wife, Kylie, for enhancing his experience in the NFL. He expressed that his best years in his career coincided with having Kylie by his side. Jason attributes every accolade he has received to her presence in his life. He mentioned that Kylie brings out the best in him through love, support, honesty, intelligence, and even the occasional tough love.
Jason expressed his gratitude to his wife Kylie for giving him three beautiful daughters. He mentioned that being a dad has brought him more fulfillment in life than his career. Jason ended by thanking Kylie for their wonderful journey together.
After playing college football for the Cincinnati Bearcats, Jason was drafted by the Eagles in 2011. He went on to win the Super Bowl with the team in 2017 against the New England Patriots.
On Tuesday, Kylie revealed that Jason had been planning his retirement for years.
"I've heard several versions over the past four years. This time, it was completely different," she said. "It seems like each year he would start fresh, reevaluating what was important. When he mentioned thinking about retirement for years, he really meant it."
In conclusion, she added, "I believe I was the only one who had heard the speech before he delivered it. It truly captured his 13-year journey. His time as an NFL player was truly remarkable."