In a light-hearted exchange on their “New Heights” podcast, NFL stars Jason and Travis Kelce addressed a quirky report by TMZ that detailed their mother Donna Kelce’s home renovations in Florida. The 73-year-old matriarch described the media attention surrounding her remodel as “so stupid,” confirming it involved basic upgrades rather than any extravagant plans.
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During the episode, the Kelce brothers shared a laugh about the article that depicted their mother’s Florida home as “modest.” To gain insight into her renovations, they decided to call Donna directly. In response to the media frenzy, she remarked, “Even TMZ sent me a text and said, ‘Can you be on? This is really funny.’ And I’m like, ‘It’s so stupid!’” Donna clarified that the project was strictly practical: replacing old windows to enhance insulation and tackle condensation problems typical of her ageing apartment.
Jokingly, Jason teased their mother about whether she was “going bulletproof,” to which a laughing Travis responded. However, Donna maintained a serious tone when explaining her reasons for the remodel. “This year it got so cold in here, it was in the 30s,” she said, recalling how she experienced condensation pooling on her windows. With the original windows dating back over 20 years, she felt it was time for a change, stating, “I’m not doing this again. I’m putting in new windows.”
She further emphasised the straightforwardness of the work to be done, noting, “They’ll be here for three days and they’re putting windows in. That’s it. Period!” However, Jason couldn’t resist making a light-hearted comment about his mother’s supposed home transformation. He joked, “It feels like you’re turning this place into a bit of a gilded palace if I must say.” To this, Donna remained unfazed, insisting that her decision was rooted in logic rather than luxury.
“Yeah, you know me. You know I am so logical,” Donna responded, remaining steadfast in her rationale. She expressed a desire to save on heating and cooling costs, while also preventing future condensation issues. The conversation took a humorous turn when Jason suggested that while the renovations were underway, perhaps Disney could host her “like the queen you are,” alluding to Donna’s fondness for the theme park.
Kylie Kelce, Jason’s wife, also chimed in on her own podcast, “Not Gonna Lie”, where she commented on the viral news of Donna’s home updates. Having visited Donna just days before the news broke, Kylie described it as a “shocking” revelation that truly shook her. “When I heard she’d scheduled this really crazy remodel of getting her windows replaced, I thought, well done, Donna. Way to do something for yourself,” she remarked.
Kylie joked about the extent of media attention the story garnered, quipping, “I think it was really, really important that this hit the Internet when it did.” She poked fun at TMZ’s detail that reported Donna was replacing six doors, stating, “I don’t know that she has six doors in her house, minor detail, but I get it.” This served as a playful yet sincere nod to the absurdity of the situation.
Ultimately, the Kelces have embraced the light-hearted nature of the media coverage surrounding their mother’s practical home improvements. Although the story may have garnered unexpected attention, it showcased the family’s close-knit relationship and their ability to find humour in everyday matters. As Donna Kelce embarks on her window replacement project, she certainly has her sons and daughter-in-law to keep her entertained amidst the renovations.