Jason Kelce has candidly spoken about the intense attention his brother Travis Kelce has faced ever since he started dating pop sensation Taylor Swift. Sharing on the Whiskey Ginger podcast, Jason revealed how he and his family have had to adapt to the newfound fame that came with the Kansas City Chiefs star’s high-profile relationship.
Discussing the overwhelming situation, Jason admitted: Travis and Taylor have taken it to another level. Kylie and I think we have it bad and then we go hang out with one of them for a second. This is a whole other situation here. You can’t be a normal person at that point
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This realization came into sharp focus during an unfortunate incident in Margate City, New Jersey, where a fan harassed Jason and his wife Kylie. Over Memorial Day weekend, a woman banged on their truck window outside of Steve & Cookie’s Restaurant and Oyster Bar, demanding a photo. After they politely declined, noting it wasn’t a good time, the woman became belligerent, yelling: I don’t care who you are, you will never be allowed in this town
. Kylie responded firmly, telling her: I can smell the alcohol on your breath. You’re embarrassing yourself
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The video of the altercation went viral, drawing widespread criticism of the woman’s behavior. Later identified as Andreé Goldberg, she issued an apology through local ABC News outlet WPVI: In a heated moment, I said things that were out of character for me and that I regret and for that, I am sorry
. Additionally, the Mayor of Margate City, Michael Collin, expressed his embarrassment and regret in a statement on Facebook: On behalf of the City of Margate, I’d like to formally apologize to Jason & Kylie Kelce for the experience they had in Margate City over the holiday weekend
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Reflecting on their current lifestyle during the podcast, Jason shared that while Kylie finds the fame slightly uncomfortable, she’s still committed to their charitable efforts: She enjoys the fact that she gets to go and do charitable outings… do clinics with little girls with field hockey and all these other things
. However, he reassures her that they’ll get through it together:
It’s hard to always be available, but more often than not it’s such an awesome interaction… it’s all because of these people that are really big fans
, Jason added.
The couple, married for six years after meeting on Tinder in 2015, have three daughters—Wyatt Elizabeth (4), Elliotte Ray (3), and Bennett Llewellyn (14 months). Kylie made her first appearance on their podcast ‘New Heights’ recently, showcasing her involvement in their family life and professional ventures.
This whirlwind of recognition is not new for Travis Kelce either. His relationship with Swift has also thrust him into new levels of public interest. The couple was spotted stepping out together for various occasions—from dinner dates to surprise appearances on ‘Saturday Night Live.’
The siblings continue to manage fame with grace. As Jason noted earlier this month: No one knew they were coming… they contacted a few minutes before arrival at air time
, detailing his brother’s impromptu SNL cameo.
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