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Time of India
4 days ago
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- Time of India
Is Taylor Swift behind Travis Kelce's financial rise? How dating a pop icon helped him catch up to Patrick Mahomes' $90M fortune
Travis Kelce's net worth has skyrocketed since his relationship with Taylor Swift began (Getty Images) What started as a viral moment in September 2023—when Travis Kelce casually invited Taylor Swift to a Chiefs game on his podcast—turned into one of the most talked-about celebrity relationships in sports and pop culture. But while the romance captured headlines, it also dramatically altered Kelce's financial trajectory. In just 18 months, his net worth nearly tripled, soaring from $40 million to a reported $90 million—putting him in the same league as his quarterback, Patrick Mahomes. Travis Kelce's off-field earnings exploded after Taylor Swift entered his life While Travis Kelce's on-field talent remains undisputed, his skyrocketing earnings are largely tied to the 'Taylor Swift effect.' In August 2024, Kelce secured a two-year, $34.25 million extension with the Chiefs, including $17 million guaranteed. But it's his off-field hustle that truly transformed his fortune. Travis Kelce and his brother Jason Kelce inked a blockbuster three-year, $100 million deal with Wondery for their podcast New Heights. That alone set a new standard for athlete-led media. Add to that an estimated $35 million in endorsements in 2023 alone, and the Swift impact becomes clear. His Pfizer deal alone was reportedly worth $20 million—more than his football salary that year. With brand deals including Bud Light, Nike, State Farm, McDonald's, Subway, and Papa John's, Kelce has become one of the NFL 's most bankable stars. NBC Sports even highlighted how Swift's influence added a projected $5 million boost to his annual endorsement income. A growing empire: investments, fashion, and entertainment Kelce's portfolio has diversified rapidly. He's invested in Cholula Hot Sauce, Casa Azul Tequila, Alpine F1 Team, Garage Beer, and Hilo Nutrition. He launched Kelce Jam, his own music festival, and even became the face of Tru Colors, the NFL's first player-led apparel collab with a team. He's also dabbled in acting, with cameos in Happy Gilmore 2 and Ryan Murphy's upcoming series Grotesquerie. Though Kelce's rise is impressive, Swift's financial growth has been equally jaw-dropping. Her Eras Tour alone grossed $2.1 billion, making it the highest-grossing tour in history. Also Read: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's public image questioned after close friend reveals surprising truth Together, they've become a power couple whose combined influence crosses music, sports, and business. And with no signs of slowing down, it's safe to say their fortune—and impact—is only just beginning. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here . Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
This rapper was last in KC for Kelce Jam. He's coming back on tour this summer
After nearly 30 years in the music industry, hip-hop artist Lil Wayne is regarded as one of the most influential performers of his generation. The New Orleans-born star is celebrating his newest album, 'Tha Carter VI,' the latest in the 20-year 'Tha Carter' series, with a national tour kicking off Friday, June 6, at Madison Square Garden in New York City. KC fans of the five-time Grammy Award winner who want to see him this summer are in luck. Kansas City is one of the 34 cities he'll travel to in 2025. T-Mobile Center announced Lil Wayne will bring his 'Tha Carter VI' Tour to the arena Tuesday, Aug. 26. He'll be joined by artists Tyga and Belly Gang Kushington. The rapper is a frequent visitor to Kansas City, having last performed at Azura Amphitheater for 2024's Kelce Jam. He has played multiple shows in the area at venues like T-Mobile Center and Starlight Theatre. Lil Wayne will play some of his greatest hits throughout his career on this tour, like 'Tha Block Is Hot,' 'Go DJ,' 'A Milli,' 'Lollipop,' '6 Foot 7 Foot,' songs from his upcoming album and snippets from popular songs he was featured on. Tickets for his show go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, June 6 on Ticketmaster. Fans can sign up for presale access on the artist's website, and these tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 4. A Rolling Loud presale can also be accessed at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 5 using the code 'ROLLINGLOUD.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by T-Mobile Center (@tmobilecenter)
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
This rapper was last in KC for Kelce Jam. He's coming back on tour this summer
After nearly 30 years in the music industry, hip-hop artist Lil Wayne is regarded as one of the most influential performers of his generation. The New Orleans-born star is celebrating his newest album, 'Tha Carter VI,' the latest in the 20-year 'Tha Carter' series, with a national tour kicking off Friday, June 6, at Madison Square Garden in New York City. KC fans of the five-time Grammy Award winner who want to see him this summer are in luck. Kansas City is one of the 34 cities he'll travel to in 2025. T-Mobile Center announced Lil Wayne will bring his 'Tha Carter VI' Tour to the arena Tuesday, Aug. 26. He'll be joined by artists Tyga and Belly Gang Kushington. The rapper is a frequent visitor to Kansas City, having last performed at Azura Amphitheater for 2024's Kelce Jam. He has played multiple shows in the area at venues like T-Mobile Center and Starlight Theatre. Lil Wayne will play some of his greatest hits throughout his career on this tour, like 'Tha Block Is Hot,' 'Go DJ,' 'A Milli,' 'Lollipop,' '6 Foot 7 Foot,' songs from his upcoming album and snippets from popular songs he was featured on. Tickets for his show go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, June 6 on Ticketmaster. Fans can sign up for presale access on the artist's website, and these tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 4. A Rolling Loud presale can also be accessed at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 5 using the code 'ROLLINGLOUD.'
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Travis Kelce Cancels 2025 Kelce Jam for Undisclosed Reason
Screaming, crying, canceled fest: Travis Kelce's Kelce Jam is a no-go for this year. On Wednesday, the Kansas City Chiefs player announced that his annual music festival would be taking a break before returning in 2026. 'Kelce Jam is planning ahead for 2026,' the festival announced Wednesday on social media. 'Although we'll miss being with you this year, we're taking this time to gear up for an even bigger, better, and more unforgettable experience next summer. Stay tuned for exciting updates and announcements.' More from Rolling Stone Justin Baldoni's Lawyers Accuse Blake Lively's Lawyers of Extorting Taylor Swift Taylor Swift Lawyers Fight Justin Baldoni Subpoena in Blake Lively Case Taylor Swift Rep Slams Singer's Subpoena in Blake Lively-Justin Baldoni Legal Battle 'We can't wait to celebrate with you soon,' the festival added without giving specifics on the cancellation. The event also updated its bio to read 'Returning 2026.' Kelce launched the event in 2023, hosting it at the Azura Amphitheater in Bonner Springs, Kansas, outside of Kansas City, where he plays. Last year, the lineup for the food and music event featured 2 Chainz and Lil Wayne, along with DJs Diplo, Irie, and E-V. The inaugural edition included Machine Gun Kelly, Rick Ross, and Loud Luxury on its lineup. Local outlet Kansas City Star reported that this year's edition was scheduled for May 17 ahead of the football team's Organized Team Activities, which commence on May 27, but a lineup had not been announced. 'This city has given me so much love, so much support throughout my career with the Chiefs,' Kelce told The Star at the event in 2024. 'It's more than just a festival; it's a way to give back, to celebrate together.' During last year's fest, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end revealed his favorite album of 2024, shouting out his girlfriend Taylor Swift, who was in Stockholm, Sweden, on the Eras Tour at the time. 'I'm a little biased, but Tortured Poets Department might be it,' Kelce told Rolling Stone at the time. Best of Rolling Stone The 50 Greatest Eminem Songs All 274 of Taylor Swift's Songs, Ranked The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
All the Things Donald Trump Has Said About Taylor Swift
In his delusional mind, President Donald Trump seemed to believe that Taylor Swift might have endorsed his presidency, claiming during his 2024 campaign that he's 'made her so much money' and thinking that because she once made country music, she'd have to vote Republican. But no, since 2018, the Eras Tour pop star has been adamant in supporting Democratic causes. And she endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris and Gov. Tim Walz in their run for president and VP in the 2024 election following Trump's failed debate against Harris. More from Rolling Stone Travis Kelce Cancels 2025 Kelce Jam for Undisclosed Reason Trump to Qatar, Which Is Giving Him a Jet: 'We Are Going to Protect You' Republicans' Health Care Plan: Dr. AI Will See You Now 'I'm voting for @kamalaharris because she fights for the rights and causes I believe need a warrior to champion them,' Swift wrote in her endorsement. Over the years, she's slammed Trump over his handling of Black Lives Matter protests, his attempt to dismantle the U.S. Postal Service, and most recently, his shameless reposts of artificial intelligence-generated images of Swift endorsing him for president. Trump hasn't been able to let it go, even as he serves his second term in office. Here's a breakdown of every time Swift and Trump have spoken out about each other over the last few years. It is not a love story. Ahead of the midterm elections in 2018, Swift voiced her support for Democratic Senate candidate Phil Bredesen over Republican Marsha Blackburn in Tennessee. The then-president fielded a question on Swift's stance outside of the White House. 'I'm sure Taylor Swift knows nothing, and doesn't know anything about [Blackburn],' Trump said, adding, 'I like Taylor's music about 25 percent less now, OK?' Trump also defended Blackburn's performance, saying she is 'doing a very good job' and is a 'tremendous woman.' In an interview with The Guardian, Swift criticized the then-president for his approach to abortion rights and his presidency overall. 'We're a democracy — at least, we're supposed to be — where you're allowed to disagree, dissent, debate. I really think that he thinks this is an autocracy,' Swift said of Trump. She also described the political climate in the country as 'gaslighting the American public into being like, 'If you hate the president, you hate America.'' In her Miss Americana documentary, Swift slammed Sen. Blackburn as 'Trump in a wig' and was seen as she discussed with her team whether she'd vocally support Democrats in the 2018 midterm election, saying she regretted not speaking against Trump in the 2016 election. 'I can't see another commercial [with] her disguising these policies behind the words 'Tennessee Christian values.' I live in Tennessee. I am Christian. That's not what we stand for,' Swift said in the documentary, holding back tears about not opposing Trump before. 'But I can't change that. … I need to be on the right side of history. … Dad, I need you to forgive me for doing it, because I'm doing it.' Tensions in the country were high following the murder of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer. Swift, at the time, came out in support of the Black Lives Matter movement, even donating to the NAACP. She also criticized Trump's threats of violent crackdowns on the peaceful protests. 'After stoking the fires of white supremacy and racism your entire presidency, you have the nerve to feign moral superiority before threatening violence?' Swift wrote on X. ''When the looting starts the shooting starts'??? We will vote you out in November.' Swift was not happy with Trump's attempt to mess with the U.S. Postal Service amid voting during the 2020 Covid-19 pandemic. 'Trump's calculated dismantling of USPS proves one thing clearly: He is WELL AWARE that we do not want him as our president,' Swift tweeted. 'He's chosen to blatantly cheat and put millions of Americans' lives at risk in an effort to hold on to power.' 'Donald Trump's ineffective leadership gravely worsened the crisis that we are in and he is now taking advantage of it to subvert and destroy our right to vote and vote safely,' she added. Swift appeared on the cover of V Magazine in the fall of 2020, and said we needed to 'elect a president who recognizes that people of color deserve to feel safe and represented,' referring to Trump's handling of the Black Lives Matter movement. 'I will proudly vote for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris in this year's presidential election,' she said. 'Under their leadership, I believe America has a chance to start the healing process it so desperately needs.' Trump seemed to believe he was in Swift's good graces after signing copyright reform legislation that streamlined how rights-holders get paid when their music plays on streaming services. 'I signed and was responsible for the Music Modernization Act for Taylor Swift and all other Musical Artists,' Trump wrote on Truth Social in February 2024. 'Joe Biden didn't do anything for Taylor, and never will.' 'There's no way she could endorse Crooked Joe Biden, the worst and most corrupt President in the History of our Country, and be disloyal to the man who made her so much money,' he added. In a book titled Apprentice in Wonderland: How Donald Trump and Mark Burnett Took America Through the Looking Glass, Trump shared his thoughts on Swift, calling her 'very beautiful' way too many times. 'I think she's beautiful — very beautiful! I find her very beautiful,' he told book author Ramin Setoodeh. 'I think she's liberal. She probably doesn't like Trump. I hear she's very talented. I think she's very beautiful, actually — unusually beautiful!' 'She is liberal, or is that just an act?' he asked Setoodeh, per Variety. 'She's legitimately liberal? It's not an act? It surprises me that a country star can be successful being liberal.' Trump visited Capitol Hill and spent time complaining about Swift and how she hadn't endorsed him. 'Why would she endorse this dope,' Trump wondered, per CNN. 'He doesn't know how to get off a stage.' On Truth Social in mid-August 2024, Trump shared a collage of screen grabs and photos of a supposed 'Swifties for Trump' movement. Two of the images were legit, showing Trump supporter Jenna Piwowarczyk wearing a 'Swifties for Trump' shirt at a recent rally in Wisconsin. However, several others showed Swift dressed as Uncle Sam with the caption, 'Taylor wants you to vote for Donald Trump.' Trump shared the images on his account, captioning the collage, 'I accept!' When Fox Business asked him whether he was worried that Swift would sue him about the images, Trump responded: 'I don't know anything about them other than somebody else generated them. I didn't generate them.' 'These were all made up by other people. AI is always very dangerous in that way,' he added. Shortly after the debate between Harris and Trump ended, Swift announced her endorsement of Harris, calling out Trump and his campaign for circulating AI-generated images suggesting she supported the former president. 'Recently I was made aware that AI of 'me' falsely endorsing Donald Trump's presidential run was posted to his site. It really conjured up my fears around AI, and the dangers of spreading misinformation,' Swift wrote in her endorsement. 'It brought me to the conclusion that I need to be very transparent about my actual plans for this election as a voter. The simplest way to combat misinformation is with the truth.' Trump called into Fox News the morning after Swift's endorsement and said he was 'not a Taylor Swift fan.' In fact, he said he 'actually likes Mrs. Mahomes much better,' referring to the fact that Brittany Mahomes, wife of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, had liked pro-Trump posts on social media. 'I was not a Taylor Swift fan,' Trump said. 'It was just a question of time. You couldn't possibly endorse Biden. But she's a very liberal person, she seems to always endorse a Democrat — and she'll probably pay a price for it in the marketplace.' In an out-of-nowhere, Sunday morning Truth Social post, Trump declared in all caps 'I HATE TAYLOR SWIFT!,' a proclamation that will no doubt incite war with the Swifties. Trump's post came five days after Swift endorsed Harris. At the tail end of his first official international trip of his second term, Trump felt the need to take a jab at Swift: 'Has anyone noticed that, since I said 'I HATE TAYLOR SWIFT,' she's no longer 'HOT?'' No, Donald, we did not notice. Update: This post was originally published on Sept. 13, 2024. It was updated on May. 16, 2025 to reflect new Trump comments Best of Rolling Stone The 50 Greatest Eminem Songs All 274 of Taylor Swift's Songs, Ranked The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time
