Donna Kelce Shares Her Emotional Reaction to Taylor Swift’s Appearance on Son Travis’ Podcast: ‘It Was Very Loving’ (Exclusive)

Donna Kelce Shares Thoughts on Taylor Swift Appearance on Son Travis’ ‘New Heights’ Podcast

Donna Kelce recently spoke exclusively to PEOPLE about her feelings towards the latest episode of the ‘New Heights’ podcast, which featured none other than global superstar Taylor Swift. The mother of NFL stars Travis and Jason Kelce described the podcast as “eventful” during the red carpet premiere for ESPN’s The Kingdom docuseries, which delves into the legacy and 2024 season of the Kansas City Chiefs.

In the interview, Donna expressed her admiration for the episode, saying, “It was authentic. It was just something I think everybody was thrilled to see, and it was a very loving podcast.” Donna, a 72-year-old football mom, revealed that she had been actively following her sons’ endeavors, including watching the special podcast episode featuring Travis’ girlfriend, Taylor Swift.

Reflecting on the episode that aired on August 13, Donna remarked, “I did watch the podcast… and I think it was just really, really eventful.” She highlighted some of the key moments from the episode, such as Taylor Swift revealing the album art for her upcoming work, sharing personal anecdotes, and displaying her passion for baking sourdough bread.

The episode featuring Taylor Swift has garnered significant attention, surpassing the viewership of previous episodes and becoming the most-watched installment of ‘New Heights.’ The Kelce family patriarch, Ed Kelce, also shared his thoughts on the episode, stating, “They’re two people obviously very much in love.”

Kristen Lappas, the director of The Kingdom docuseries, mentioned that Swift was supportive of the project and approved her image and likeness for inclusion. She noted that Swift, who has been romantically linked to Travis since 2023, did not participate in an interview for the series but was portrayed as a fan of the Chiefs community.

Chiefs executive Lara Krug commended Swift’s portrayal in The Kingdom, stating, “You see [Swift] in the way that I think is how she wanted to be seen, which is as a fan of the community.” The series, which explores the Chiefs’ history and recent season, can be streamed on ESPN+ for those interested in delving deeper into the team’s journey.

As Donna Kelce and her family continue to be part of the NFL world with their remarkable achievements and connections, fans eagerly anticipate more insights and interactions from this dynamic family. The episode featuring Taylor Swift on ‘New Heights’ podcast serves as a testament to the Kelce family’s growing influence and impact in the sports and entertainment realms.