Why Stephen Colletti Never Mentioned His Cameo in Taylor Swift’s Music Video to Donna Kelce During “Traitors” (Exclusive)

Stephen Colletti, best known for his role in ‘Laguna Beach’, has recently reminisced about his experience in the music video for Taylor Swift’s 2008 hit, “White Horse.” While participating in the fourth season of reality show ‘The Traitors’, he shared that he didn’t have the chance to discuss this moment from his past with Donna Kelce, the mother of Swift’s fiancé, Travis Kelce, during their time on set.

Colletti, now 40, reflected on his brief appearance in Swift’s video, stating, “I did a Taylor Swift music video back in the day. I should have bonded with Donna about that. It didn’t come up.” Unfortunately for him, the conversation didn’t materialise before Kelce was eliminated from the game. Donna, aged 73, was voted out following episode three, revealing herself to be the first secret Traitor of the season. As she left, she light-heartedly remarked to her fellow contestants, “You got yourself a Traitor!” This declaration was met with cheers from the remaining players.

Upon her exit from the show, Donna expressed her views on the game, stating, “Playing a Traitor was tough, but I gave it my best shot.” She conveyed her gratitude for the opportunity to compete, adding, “This has been a dream come true… These are happy tears that I get to do this at this point in my life.” Her emotional farewell resonated with fans and contestants alike, highlighting her commitment to the game.

Prior to Donna’s banishment, Colletti touched on the apprehension surrounding the decision to vote her out. He revealed, “As soon as people started throwing her name around, everyone was like, ‘I don’t want to throw Donna’s name out there. The Swifties are going to come for me!'” The influence of Swift’s passionate fanbase loomed large, creating a reluctance among participants to target a member of the family connected to the popular singer.

The cast of ‘The Traitors’ included not only Colletti but also notable figures from various reality television backgrounds, including Candiace Dillard Bassett from ‘The Real Housewives of Potomac’ and Olympic figure skater Tara Lipinski. They too had observations about Donna’s skills and game play, revealing her extensive understanding of reality TV.

Monét X Change, a contestant from ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’, remarked on Donna’s savvy approach to the game. She noted, “We quickly understood Donna knows reality TV,” while also playfully recalling an initial moment when Donna pretended not to know the nature of reality television. In response, Monét quipped, “Girl, you know what a TV is.”

Rob Cesternino, a veteran of ‘Survivor’, further acknowledged Donna’s intelligence, stating, “She’s incredibly smart. People just think of her as Travis and Jason’s mum, but she’s actually really sharp.” This insight highlights the layers of Donna Kelce that extend beyond her familial connections to two well-known athletes.

The rapport between the contestants and Donna was particularly evident in discussions about motherhood. Candiace and Tara both found common ground with her on parenting topics. Candiace, who has a son named Jett, described Donna as “America’s mum,” while Tara, the mother of a daughter named Georgie, echoed similar sentiments, stating, “We talked a lot about children. I love her.”

As ‘The Traitors’ continues to stream on Peacock, viewers will undoubtedly witness the unique dynamics between its contestants, including the relatable moments shared during their time together. While Stephen Colletti missed his chance to relate his Taylor Swift connection to Donna Kelce, the experiences and interactions within the game continue to capture the audience’s attention.