“What a great couple”-Kansas City Chiefs Owner Showers Goodwill for the Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Love Affair

Published 06/16/2024, 11:11 PM EDT

The romance between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, captivating the attention of the media and the public alike. The superstar singer and the NFL tight end are the latest 'IT' couple in Tinseltown, with their whirlwind love affair garnering widespread enthusiasm. From Swift changing her song lyrics for him or Kelce supporting Swift, their gestures have only brought in blessings from fans. 

Jumping into the bandwagon most recently is the Kansas City Chiefs owner, who has given a major shout-out to the couple and their blooming romance.

Kansas City CEO wishes Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's whirlwind romance

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Speaking at an event for Athletes in Action in Ohio as captured in a TikTok video (via PEOPLE), Kansas City Chiefs owner, Clark Hunt, has praised Taylor Swift's involvement in the NFL during the 2023-2024 season, calling it "an amazing storyline". He also expressed his delight at her relationship with tight end Travis Kelce, 34, saying how happy they were for Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift. “What a great couple,” he exclaimed. 

Hunt revealed that the Hunt family have been "Swifties" for a long time and are now thrilled to have her as a fan of the Chiefs. He welcomed Swift's support, saying "It's now nice to have her as big fans of the Chiefs". His warm words reflect the excitement surrounding Swift's new romance and her growing connection to the NFL.

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Not just public interest through liaison, Taylor Swift has also added a lot to the NFL in its economy, said the CEO. 

Clark Hunt talks of Taylor Swift’s ‘giddy’ influence on NFL's economy

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Taylor Swift's presence has had a significant financial impact on the Kansas City Chiefs, according to CEO Clark Hunt. While he declined to provide specific figures, Hunt revealed that the week following Swift's attendance at her first Chiefs home game, the atmosphere at NFL headquarters was "giddy". This undoubtedly suggests a substantial surge in revenue and excitement surrounding the team, attributed to Swift's influence. But how did she do it?

As per reports, Swift's brand value and her romance together have helped bring new fans to the NFL, especially women and girls. Some experts have labeled this newfound fandom the 'Swift bump.' This has led to a significant increase in sponsorship revenue for the NFL. Swift's influence has undoubtedly brought a fresh wave of enthusiasm and interest to the sport, further substantiating her stance as a cultural icon.

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What do you think of Clark Hunt’s shout-out to Travis Kelce's beau? Let us know in the comments below. 

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