It might be the Kansas City Chiefs‘ big moment with their win against the San Francisco 49ers in the Super Bowl. But it seems that Taylor Swift also got a share of the victory hype. With the world focused on the star players Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes on the field, the singer supporting her boyfriend from the VIP box also had the eye of the cameras.
Flying straight from Japan, Swift was seen following every move of the game nervously with unwavering attention. She was seen fidgeting, biting her nails, hugging her friends, and hoping for the best. Her wishes did come true, and her unfiltered support for the Chiefs garnered her the love of many fans of the NFL, opening her to a completely new fanbase.
Taylor Swift got more new fans than the Chiefs’ two megastars combined!
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When it comes to fan bases, Swift was in an arena unfamiliar to her usual music platforms. In the world of sports and especially the NFL, Swift’s presence has created an unprecedented stir. A recent statistic released by Sportico showed that the singer gained over 105,000 followers after the Super Bowl, while Patrick Mahomes gained 41,000, followed by Kelce gaining 61,000. This is especially startling considering how popular the two leading stars of Kansas City are in the football-watching audience.
Taylor Swift gained more followers on #SuperBowl Sunday than Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes combined
➡️ Taylor’s follower count increased by over 105,000 on Sunday
➡️ Despite winning MVP, Patrick Mahomes’ following grew by 41,000
➡️ Kelce’s grew by 61,000… pic.twitter.com/zPoRPI6wKr— Sportico (@Sportico) February 12, 2024
Celebrities are often seen supporting their favorite football teams, but none draw the attention the pop star has in the short span of her appearances in games. It might be due to her massive popularity as a Grammy-winning pop singer or her adorable relationship with the tight-end Kelce. But a major part of it definitely seems to be her unwavering support for her boyfriend’s team. The singer is consistently seen cheering the team on from the stands, which must’ve melted the hearts of many Chiefs’ fans.
Swift made a place of herself in the Chiefs Kingdom
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In the 13 games, including the Super Bowl, Swift has attended of Kansas City, she has grown close with Kelce’s parents, Donna and Ed. She was also seen spending time with the tight end’s brother, Jason, and his wife, Kylie, during a match against the Buffalo Bills. The ‘Love Story’ hit maker has also been seen with Mahomes’ wife, Brittany, on multiple occasions. Mahomes also shared a photo on Instagram, showing her with Swift, model Cara Delevingne, and Kylie Kelce celebrating Chiefs win with a girls’ night out.
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Kelce’s family have been vocal about their support for his relationship and have only praise for the 34-year-old singer. Jason described her as an “unbelievable role model for young women across the globe” in his podcast and welcomed her to the Chiefs Kingdom. “Shout out to the newest members of the Chiefs Kingdom. Taylor Swift, who has officially reached the Super Bowl in her rookie year.” Swift has also developed a close friendship bond with Brittany Mahomes, which was reflected clearly when the latter came in defense of the singer among criticisms blaming Swift for “ruining football.”
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Ever since the couple started dating in 2023, Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift have been a hot topic for sports and entertainment fans alike. Throughout this time, Swift has faced criticism for changing the vibe of the sport and getting undue attention. However, after this Super Bowl, it seems like the Chiefs fans have finally embraced the singer with open arms and considered her one of their own.
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