Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce was caught on camera angrily throwing a Penn State student's phone to the ground for disrespecting brother Travis and his girlfriend Taylor Swift.
- Nov 3, 2024
AceShowbiz - On a bustling Saturday at Penn State's University Park campus, Jason Kelce - a former center for the Philadelphia Eagles - was involved in an unexpected confrontation. Attending ESPN's "College GameDay" alongside fellow ESPN commentator Pat McAfee, Jason was the victim of an unsolicited and offensive remark aimed at his brother, NFL star Travis Kelce, who has been making headlines for dating pop sensation Taylor Swift.
In a moment captured and shared widely on social media, a heckler loudly taunted Kelce, "Kelce - how does it feel that your brother is a f***** for dating Taylor Swift?" What followed was an extraordinary reaction as Jason turned around and forcefully slammed a phone to the ground.
Although details remain murky, Penn State campus police confirmed no incident report had been filed, and the Kelce brothers and Taylor Swift's representatives have yet to comment on the confrontation.
Jason Kelce, 36, has always been a staunch supporter of his younger brother's relationship with Swift. He has been vocal about the overwhelming spotlight this relationship has thrust upon their family.
Appearing on a radio show in September, Jason shared, "It's a lot. There's a lot of people paying attention at all times, which is positive and negative at times." He acknowledged the pros and cons of such public attention but remained supportive of the couple. "She's built up such a fan base... it's really cool at the same time," he added.
This incident took place amidst the excitement of the "College GameDay" kicking challenge, hosted by Pat McAfee, where participants try to kick a field goal in Vans for a hefty cash prize. Jason's participation in the challenge and his support for his brother highlight his commitment to family amid public scrutiny.
As this story continues to unfold and more reactions surface, one thing remains clear: Jason Kelce's protective instincts reveal the complexities of living in the spotlight, especially when it intertwines with such high-profile relationships.