It looks like Taylor Swift may not be the only mastermind among the Swift and Kelce families.
Kylie Kelce, wife of Philadelphia Eagles player Jason Kelce and sister-in-law to Taylor’s boyfriend Travis Kelce, recently played along with a Swiftie theory that she was behind the Eagles lanyard sported by Taylor’s dad Scott Swift during Super Bowl LVIII, which notably replaced the Chiefs lanyard he’s recently been seen sporting.
While Scott, 71, is a Pennsylvania native, he seems to have turned into quite the Kansas City fan ever since Taylor, 34, began dating the guy on the Chiefs—but it looks like Kylie, a die-hard Eagles supporter, might be getting through to him.
In TikTok footage from the Super Bowl on Feb. 11, one Swiftie zoomed in on the Eagles-branded lanyard around Scott’s neck, even though the rest of his outfit featured Chiefs gear.
“kylie and jason…i’m onto you,” the video’s creator, Bethenny Pendleton wrote alongside the pics, insinuating that the couple may have had something to do with Scott’s new Eagles swag.
And Kylie all but confirmed the theory when she commented on the post, writing “Have you ever seen the grinch smile gif?”
Judging by her reference to the classic up-to-no-good smile from the famous cartoon character, Kylie doesn’t seem to be denying that she and Jason could be responsible for Scott’s lanyard—but Scott, however, has previously insisted that he really doesn’t play favorites.
While being approached by reporters at LAX earlier this month, Scott was asked where his NFL team loyalties lie, to which he cleverly replied, “I’m a football fan—of all teams.”
Even Taylor grew up as an Eagles fan, and even includes a lyric about wearing an Eagles T-shirt in her song “Seven” off her folklore album—though it’s safe to say she is undoubtedly a Chiefs fan now, thanks to Travis, 34.
Perhaps Scott should follow in the footsteps of Jason and Travis’ mom Donna Kelce, who has been known to wear merch supporting both of her sons’ respective teams.
hiladelphia Eagles star Jason Kelce is keeping himself in top shape as he mulls over the possibility of retirement. The 36-year-old Super Bowl champion recently appeared on the “SuperFly” podcast hosted by actors David Spade and Dana Carvey, where he opened up about his uncertain future in the NFL.
Despite receiving offers and interviews from TV networks, Kelce confessed: “I don’t know. I’m trying to figure it out right now. Right now. Exploring different opportunities if I end up retiring. Still working out and staying in shape if I end up playing again.”
Kelce also shared insights into the advice he has been receiving from former players as he contemplates his next move. He mentioned that ex-Eagles teammates Chris Long and Beau Allen joined him on his podcast “New Heights” and emphasized that retirement can trigger a “huge existential crisis.” Long expressed the sentiment of missing the camaraderie of the locker room, highlighting the unique mindset of athletes and the significant life changes that come with retirement.
Additionally, NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal offered Kelce valuable advice, urging him to prioritize his family as he weighs his NFL future. O’Neal candidly revealed his own regrets: “I lost my whole family. I’m in a 100,000-square-foot house by myself.” This heartfelt advice from someone with O’Neal’s stature surely resonated with Kelce as he navigates this pivotal career crossroads.
There’s no chance Kelce returns to gridiron
Despite the uncertainty surrounding Kelce’s decision, his teammate and Eagles left tackle Jordan Mailata is convinced that Kelce has played his final snap. Mailata confidently stated during Super Bowl week, “There’s no shot,” when asked about the possibility of Kelce returning to the field.
Kelce’s openness about his contemplation of retirement and the insights he has gained from fellow athletes and legends like O’Neal provide a glimpse into the complex emotions and considerations that come with such a significant career decision. As Kelce continues to deliberate his future, it’s evident that he is taking the time to carefully weigh his options and seek guidance from those who have walked a similar path.
In the midst of this uncertainty, one thing remains clear: Jason Kelce is dedicated to maintaining his physical readiness, keeping the door open for a potential return to the NFL while he navigates this defining moment in his career.
A Heartbreaking Dream Inspired Paul McCartney’s “Let It Be”
Beatles legend Paul McCartney got the inspiration for one of his most iconic compositions from a deeply personal dream.
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“Let It Be” is one of the Beatles’ most beloved songs.
The song was inspired by a dream in which Paul McCartney’s late mother appeared.
The legacy of “Let It Be” includes its success as a chart-topping hit.
Music legend Paul McCartney wrote one of his most commercially and critically acclaimed compositions in a turbulent time for his iconic band, the Beatles. In fact, “Let It Be” would be one of the last songs McCartney ever wrote as a Beatle.
“Let It Be” has become one of the Beatles’ most recognized and beloved songs. People around the world of all ages know the chorus and melody to it. More so, the song is perhaps McCartney’s most personal work. McCartney, whose artistry and songwriting ability is unquestioned, looked to a heartbreaking dream for inspiration as he penned the 1970 track.
What Inspired Paul McCartney To Write “Let It Be”?
During the height of the Beatles’ popularity, the band was at their creative peak. They emphasized more time in the studio experimenting with musicality, rather than touring. Unfortunately, relationship issues began to emerge for Paul McCartney, John Lennon, Ringo Starr, and George Harrison in the mid to late 1960s, which ultimately led to the Beatles’ disbandment.
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While McCartney always focused on his work and creating incredible music, he was also stressed and frustrated. The challenges that come with worldwide fame only added to McCartney’s mental state. According to a Carpool Karaoke episode, McCartney revealed that his late mother appeared to him in a dream to comfort him in his time of distress. In the dream, she gave her son solid advice: “just let it be.”
According to Women Working, this dream was particularly meaningful to McCartney since he lost his mom as a teenager. His mom never got to seem him grow up or celebrate his success as a singer and musician.
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McCartney got to experience his mother’s love again and hear her warm words of guidance and encouragement. This had a profound impact on McCartney, and inspired him to write “Let It Be” during The Beatles’ complicated “White Album” sessions.
Interestingly, McCartney’s mother’s name was Mary McCartney.
Fans have often wondered if this is why the phrase “Mother Mary” is included in the song Others believe “Mother Mary” is in reference to the Virgin Mary of the Catholic and Christian tradition
What Is “Let It Be”‘s Legacy?
“Let It Be” eventually served as the title track on The Beatles’s final album, which was released in March 1970. The song went to number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart and number two on the U.K. Singles chart. According to Billboard, the “Let It Be” album returned to the Billboard charts in 2021, after a special re-release.
While “Let It Be” became beloved by fans, it was not a hit with fellow Beatle, John Lennon. Lennon actually loathed the song because he did not think it artistically suited the Beatles. Though Lennon hated “Let It Be” and had nothing to do with its composition, the track was still credited to both Lennon and McCartney.
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Two different versions of “Let It Be” exist:
Phil Spector produced the album version of the song, which featured a stronger orchestra and guitar mix George Martin, the Beatles’s long term collaborator, produced the single version, which had a lighter guitar and orchestra mix
Spector also produced an elaborate version of “The Long and Winding Road”, featured on the “Let It Be” album, which was criticized by McCartney. According to Song Facts, McCartney hated Spector’s production on the track and thought the orchestra mix was too strong. Lennon and Harrison often favored Spector’s production style, while McCartney sought full creative control on his work.
Related: Paul McCartney Admits One Of His Songs Is So Bad, He’ll Never Play It Again
McCartney’s disapproval of later Beatles tracks only escalated the Beatles’ difficulties. While “Let It Be” is a legendary track, some fans and historians believe it and its accompanying album played a role in the Beatles’s disbandment. Lennon also had creative differences with Harrison in the past that almost ruined their professional and personal relationships. According to History, all the Beatles were exploring solo projects by early 1970 and McCartney officially announced the group’s breakup on April 10th.
Both Lennon and Harrison would eventually record solo albums with Spector named as a producer.
John Lennon
“John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band” (December 1970)
“Imagine” (September 1971)
“Sometime in New York City” (June 1972)
“Rock ‘n’ Roll” (February 1975)
George Harrison
All Things Must Pass (November 1970)
The Concert for Bangladesh (December 1971)
Was There A “Let It Be” Film?
The original “Let It Be” documentary was released in May 1970. The film, which was raw in nature, showed some of the Beatles’s complicated relationships during the album’s production. In turn, the film received criticism from Beatles members and fans had mixed emotions about how it represented the Beatles in their final months together as a band.
John Lennon admitted that he always thought only two members of The Beatles were essential to the band’s success.
Due to the film’s controversies, it has not been officially released as a DVD, Blu-ray, or been made available on streaming. Footage taken for the “Let It Be” documentary was later used for Peter Jackson’s The Beatles: Get Back documentary series.
Jackson’s multi part documentary, which also covered the creation of the “Let It Be” album, gave fans a new perspective about the sessions Was released on Disney+ in November 2021 Has received critical and commercial acclaim and has been praised by Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr
While the original documentary was more gloomy in nature, Jackson discovered and utilized footage that showed that the process recording “Let It Be” was not as negative as it was thought to be. According to The Sunday Times, The Beatles: Get Back made McCartney himself remember the good times when creating the “Let It Be” album.
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Jackson’s documentary series has allowed Starr and McCartney to reminisce about the “Let It Be” sessions and what led to the Beatles’ breakup. According to People, Starr told fans that “I think you see the joy… We found 56 hours of unused footage mainly filled with laughter.” Even though challenges emerged between the Beatles’ four members, they still had fun together as they collaborated creatively. Each Beatle had something to contribute to the band’s success and their partnership is one of the most successful in entertainment history.
The Yankees know that their offense has the capacity to be something truly special with the additions of Juan Soto and Alex Verdugo this off-season. However, if they get bounce-back performances from several key players, things could be even better.
Rizzo’s Recovery and Spring Performance
Of course, many will pointed Giancarlo Stanton as a catalyst in the batting order, and he’s already seeming to put together more proficient at bats compared to his 2023 comfort.
However, one of the other critical pieces is veteran first baseman Anthony Rizzo. Rizzo’s 2023 season was prematurely finished after he was diagnosed with a concussion months after symptoms started showing themselves.
Rizzo was dealing with fatigue and exhaustion but couldn’t pinpoint exactly where it was coming from. Once the Yankees figured out it was after being kneed in the head by Fernando Tatís Jr., they immediately stopped baseball operations for their first baseman.
Impactful Returns and Future Decisions
Fortunately, Rizzo is fully healthy and recovered from the concussion, spending the last few months rehabilitating and going through his process. Fortunately, all of that hard work seems to be paying off right about now, launching two homers on Friday night against the Toronto Blue Jays. Rizzo collected five RBIs and also walked once, bringing his spring training stats to an impressive .429/.600/1.429.
“Not that I’m a superhero, but I feel like I got some superpowers back,” Rizzo said. “To see the ball the right way again, I just feel like I can do damage.”
Yankees’ Offseason Enhancements and Bounce-Back Hopes
Rizzo started off the 2023 season red hot, but the concussion completely derailed his focus and capabilities. The Yankees are hoping to get back the version that hit 32 homers in 2022 and posted a 134 wRC+, indicating he was 34% better than the average MLB hitter. They know he can be one of their most prominent and impactful players, and given the comfort batting behind Aaron Judge and Soto, he’s primed for a big bounce back year.
“It starts with whoever is leading off. Soto having 0-2 to 3-2 at-bats, Judge doing what he does. It’s very, very comfortable. I’ve hit behind Judge pretty much since I’ve been here, so there’s a comfort hitting behind him. Now with Soto in front of him, it’s just a whole other layer of an at-bat.”
Rizzo is in the final year of a two-year, $40 million deal, earning $20 million for the upcoming season. The Yankees do have a 2025 club option that would count $17 million in luxury tax salary, so unless they identify an alternative, it is possible they bring back Rizzo for his age 35 campaign.
With that being said, the Yankees also have to make some big decisions on Gleyber Torres, Soto, and Verdugo in free agency. The future is certainly going to be expensive, but the Yankees have the roster this season to make a big push for a championship, and that will be the primary focus.
The Bronx welcomed Juan Soto with a wave of excitement.
Amid the buzz of what one might anticipate at the Yankee Stadium, a recent lineup suggestion has ignited a firestorm. The New York Yankees’ loyal fanbase has debated about the pros and cons of the positioning of two key players Aaron Judge and Soto.
Some voiced their disapproval, while some supported the proposed lineup. So what is it about this lineup, anyway? Well, it features star slugger Juan Soto batting leadoff, followed by Aaron Judge in the number two spot. Yes, this is an intriguing suggestion. But will this look as good in reality as it does on paper?
The Projected Outcomes of the Proposed New York Yankees Lineup with Juan Soto Leading Off
Here’s the proposed lineup which aims to maximize at-bats for the team’s most talked of stars. Soto is at the top of the order with Judge hitting directly behind him. The remainder of the lineup is ordered in a descending OBP fashion.
Anthony Rizzo appears to be batting third, trailed by Gleyber Torres, Alex Verdugo, Giancarlo Stanton, DJ LeMahieu, Austin Wells, and Anthony Volpe, in that order. As much as it looks good, there are some underlying aspects that one cannot ignore.
A majority of the fans expressed concerns about the 25-year-old Dominican’s placement. Granted that the left-handed hitter boasts a career OBP of .404. But while his ability to get on base is unmatched, fans emote that putting him at the top of the order sacrifices potential run production. More so, considering Judge’s power-hitting abilities right behind him.
A good fraction of fans recommended alternative approaches. One suggestion was that DJ LeMahieu lead off against left-handed pitching. That comes with Verdugo taking the leadoff role against RHPs. Another bunch of people voted for a more traditional lineup stating that Soto should bat third, right behind Judge. The rationale behind this possibility is to create a potent one-two punch in the heart of the order.
Here’s What the Fans Had to Say
Ranging from commending the chosen lineup to criticizing the same, the fans said it all, even stating other possibilities. Not only that, fans even backed up their suggestions with elaborate logic, which makes one wonder if manager Aaron Boone will consider any of this.
For some fans, it made perfect sense because given what makes it “perfect to see a lot of pitches”
Another fan proposed “I’d love Verdugo leading off”
More fans spoke purely from the point of view of at-bats.
Even non-fans pitched in with their opinion.
A couple of more fans expressed “You’re losing out,” bringing in a fresh lens.
While a lot of these perspectives make sense from their respective point of views, ultimately, it is Boone’s decision. Given that these perspectives pose as interesting statistical options, but it’s clear that many fans have strong opinions on the matter. Rightly so, because their 2023 season disappointed the fans greatly.
Now, whether Boone prioritizes maximizing at-bats or maximizing run production is still shrouded in uncertainty, one thing is for sure. The Yankees faithful are passionate about their team and have a voice in the conversation; more audible than ever before.
For most of the nearly half century of major league free agency, the New York teams have avoided each other on that financial battlefield.
They tussled early on Dave Winfield. The Mets lost that one and in much of Wilpon ownership seemed to lack the ferocity for the fight. They might dip in late to try to steal David Cone, or make covert bids on Mike Mussina or Hideki Matsui. But that always played more like box-checking or face-saving rather than all-out pursuits.
The closest the two have come to pulling out all stops simultaneously was for a player neither secured. The Yankees offered Yoshinobu Yamamoto 10 years at $300 million. The Mets proposed 12 years at $325 million — the pitching record term he accepted from the Dodgers.
But as opposed to the Winfield-to-Yamamoto timeline, I suspect the Mets and Yankees will be renewing financial fisticuffs more frequently now that Steve Cohen is involved. There already has been speculation that the New York squads will be in a dollar duel next offseason for Juan Soto.
Unless there is residual distaste over a February 2023 arbitration that got contentious then spilled into public criticism by Corbin Burnes against the Brewers — at a time when David Stearns was merely an advisor and no longer running baseball operations — then the right-hander is likely to draw interest from both New York teams.
And one that I think could be particularly interesting involves Alex Bregman.
Let’s state the obvious: A lot can happen between now and free agency. If I were a betting man, I might, for example, wager that Philadelphia’s Zack Wheeler and St. Louis’ Paul Goldschmidt do extensions before reaching free agency. Injuries and poor performance also can (and will) shake up the market. And there are plenty others, such as Max Fried, you can envision the New York teams vying for.
But Soto currently sets up as the best position player available, Burnes the best starter — unless Roki Sasaki comes from Japan. Yet I keep gravitating to Bregman because:
Alex Bregman may be at the center of the next financial war between the Yankees and Mets.AP
1. It reflects on what happens this year with the New York teams. For the Mets, how does Ronny Mauricio heal after knee surgery? How does Brett Baty handle the position?
Players can get better, but neither projects to be a strong defender. Stearns is emphasizing that side of the ball. I do wonder if it is possible to have an overall good defense if you lack a strong hot-corner glove. How well would Baty or Mauricio have to hit to justify having a below average defender at the position?
DJ LeMahieu is an excellent defender at third. But he is 35. He has battled injury and offensive decline. The Yankees think they will get a rebound in 2024. But what if they don’t? They don’t really believe in Oswald Peraza as a starting player, and there is no one in the minors even ready to pretend to contend for the position.
There also is this: LeMahieu can have a strong year and, with Gleyber Torres due to hit free agency, switch back to second and put the Yanks in the market at third.
2. Third base is not currently deep in the majors. There are perhaps a half-dozen excellent two-way third basemen and players such as Nolan Arenado, Manny Machado, Jose Ramirez and Austin Riley are all signed long term. Matt Chapman, after signing a three-year contract with opt-outs with the Giants, may return to free agency with Bregman next offseason. But the industry this offseason demonstrated it does not value him at a high level. And then what? Even Japanese star Munetaka Murakami, who is expected in one of the next two offseasons, is seen as a bat-first player who very well might have to move off of third.
3. This one you might want to close your eyes for: I just think Bregman is a winning player. It isn’t like analytics doesn’t see Bregman — he is seventh in Wins Above Replacement (Baseball Reference) over the past six seasons, just behind Mike Trout and Freddie Freeman, and just ahead of Arenado and Soto.
But his game has Jeter-ian qualities. He can give a team what it needs when it needs it: speed, power, a base hit, defense. Plus, big moments do not cow him. I know the sign-stealing always will taint the Astros’ 2017 title, but I think the Yankees win that ALCS if Houston has just an average third baseman. We always think of clutch hitters, but Bregman is a clutch fielder. He’s fearless and confident.
“I’m just focused on baseball and trying to help our team win, and let Scott [Boras] and his team handle all of that for me, so I can focus on what I love, which is playing the game,” Bregman said of his agent.
Twins’ Royce Lewis is tagged out in a rundown by Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman during the fifth inning in Game 2 of an American League Division Series game.AP
Ah, Boras. He is going to be talking to the New York teams quite a bit next offseason, since he represents Soto and Alonso — and Bregman, Burnes and Cody Bellinger, who has a good chance to be back on the market.
Boras recently worked out an extension with the Astros to keep Jose Altuve there and out of the next market. It seems a much longer shot that the same will occur with Bregman.
“We are not in discussions right now, but at some point we will have some conversations, and at some point we’re going to make an offer,” Astros GM Dana Brown said.
Brown said he does not see Bregman as the type who would be distracted if negotiations dragged into the season, and Bregman did not seem to care because, he said, Boras would only let him know if he thought something could actually get completed.
“At the end of the day, he loves it here in Houston, and I think he wants to be here in Houston. And we love him,” Brown said. “So at some point we’ll have a conversation and see how it goes. Is that possible [to do an extension when Boras does not often do so before free agency]? Yes, it’s possible. I think our willingness to sign him and his willingness to stay should push us over the line — or at least get us in the right direction.”
If not, perhaps the direction is the northeast and what should be more common New York-New York free agency battles.
Pitcher Marcus Stroman became one of the biggest stories of the offseason last November. Despite being under contract to the Cubs for another season, the Gold Glover decided to opt out of the final season of his $71 million contract.
After spending about two months in free agency, Stroman finally came to terms with the New York Yankees. A native of Long Island, Stroman’s two-year commitment will net him $37 million, with an additional $18 million available if he throws more than 140 innings pitched in 2025.
On Mar. 2, the Yankees announced that Stroman would be making his second start of the spring. With the team set to play the Baltimore Orioles, a divisional foe, fans are looking forward to seeing Stro back in action. Action will get underway from the O’s spring training facility in Sarasota, Florida on Saturday afternoon.
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Most of the commenting fans were hopeful for Stroman’s second start with his new team. In his first start of the spring, coming against the Philadelphia Phillies on February 25, the 32-year-old surrendered a pair of runs in just 2.1 innings as his team fell 4-0.
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Although his maiden showing was not his strongest, Yankees fans still have plenty of reason to be hopeful. As a member of the Chicago Cubs last season, Marcus Stroman went 10-9, pitching to a 3.95 ERA across 136 innings of work, winning his second career All-Star designation.
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While much of the commentary was pumping up Stroman, some comments took aim at Aaron Boone, manager of the New York Yankees. Some criticized the skipper for what they perceive to be a lack of lineup consistency this season. Boone bore the brunt of fans discontent last season, when the team narrowly avoided a last palce finish in the AL East.
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Marcus Stroman aims to find a new pitching home in the Bronx
Despite a pair of All-Star nods and a Gold Glove, Marcus Stroman has struggled to find a long-term team since making his MLB debut in 2014. From the Mets, to the Jays, Cubs, and now Yankees, Stroman is a pitcher looking for a home.
Known for his cocky attitude and theatrical approach, there is no doubting that Yankees fans will identify with Stro. However, as many have learned before, only those who perform can reap the benefits of fan approval in the Big Apple.
Reba McEntire sat down with Drew Barrymore on Friday to talk about her boyfriend Rex Linn.
Reba, 68, and Rex, 67, met in 1991 while filming The Gambler Returns: The Luck of the Draw and became friends but didn’t pursue each other romantically.
The E.T. star went on to talk about how people grow and change and how she wouldn’t want to meet her younger self again.
The women referred to attraction to their partners as ‘magnets’ and Reba revealed that she didn’t feel that magnet to Rex when they first met in 1991.
Reba McEntire sat down with Drew Barrymore on Friday to talk about her boyfriend Rex Linn.
Reba, 68, and Rex, 67, met in 1991 while filming The Gambler Returns: The Luck of the Draw and became friends but didn’t pursue each other romantically.
The E.T. star went on to talk about how people grow and change and how she wouldn’t want to meet her younger self again.
But she does now and the couple have been happily dating for a bit more than four years.
She said Rex was like a magnet for her upon their second meeting in 2020, adding: ‘I couldn’t get close enough to him.’
Reba McEntire sat down with Drew Barrymore on March 1 to talk about a few of her favorite things: her boyfriend Rex Linn and tater tots
She told Drew: ‘I really love tater tots,’ before revealing that Rex told her he was famous for giving out nicknames. ‘And so Rex said, “That’s your nickname from here on out — Tater Tot,”‘ she explained, adding that she calls Rex ‘Sugar Tot’
Reba said Rex was like a magnet for her upon their second meeting in 2020, adding: ‘I couldn’t get close enough to him’
‘I asked Rex, how come we’ve known each other and never gotten together,’ The Voice judge said of their reacquaintance four years ago and adding that he replied jokingly that she probably would have killed him.
‘He’s a wild man. He’s a 12-year-old,’ Reba said which made Drew nearly spit out her coffee.
Reba has been married twice and Rex has been engaged four times but never married, according to the Fancy singer.
Reba talked about their shared interest in Western lifestyles and how he wanted to be a cowboy and she wanted to be a championship barrel racer but, in her words: ‘We weren’t good at it, so he went into acting and I went into music,’ she said simply.
On the set of Drew’s talk show, a giant bowl of tater tots sat on the table in front of them.
The 50 First Dates actress referred to them as the ‘Everest of tots,’ and asked if the potato dish had anything to do with Rex. Reba nodded and proceeded to explain.
After taping an episode of Young Sheldon with Rex, ‘We all went to dinner, had a good time, went down the street to a wine bar, and the waitress said, “Well, I understand you’ve already had dinner, but we do have some good appetizers,”‘ she added.
She asked the wine bar what they had and they said, ‘Tater tots,’ prompting the Big Sky star to enthusiastically raise her hand in support of eating tater tots.
On the set of Drew’s talk show, a giant bowl of tater tots sat on the table in front of them. The 50 First Dates actress referred to them as the ‘Everest of tots,’ and asked if the potato dish had anything to do with Rex
The Never Been Kissed actress, 49, drew the country music icon out and got her to dish more on her relationship of four years and how they got together as romantic partners nearly 30 years after they met
Reba and Rex met in 1991 while filming The Gambler Returns: The Luck of the Draw and became friends but didn’t pursue each other romantically
‘I asked Rex, how come we’ve known each other and never gotten together,’ The Voice judge said of their reacquaintance four years ago and adding that he replied jokingly that she probably would have killed him
‘He’s a wild man. He’s a 12-year-old,’ Reba said which made Drew nearly spit out her coffee
She told Drew: ‘I really love tater tots,’ before revealing that Rex told her he was famous for giving out nicknames.
‘And so Rex said, “That’s your nickname from here on out — Tater Tot,”‘ she explained, adding that she calls Rex ‘Sugar Tot.’
‘We’re the tots — sugar and tater. So, we’ve been together ever since. He’s a sweetheart,’ she added.
The Never Been Kissed actress, 49, drew the country music icon out and got her to dish more on her relationship of four years and how they got together as romantic partners nearly 30 years after they met.
MOVING experts predict that Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift could be living together by March.
According to Tes, a moving expert with moveBuddah, the superstar couple will be living together permanently within a month.
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Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are expected to move in togetherCredit: Getty
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Kelce’s new mansion is seen as the prime location for the couple by expertsCredit: Ruaridh Connellan
Swift and Kelce have been publicly dating for months now, and experts believe they are on the cusp of taking the next step together.
“Speculation was rife that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce had started to share a home together for the long-term in late November, as the singer moved in with her NFL boyfriend for a brief period in the two-month break from The Eras Tour,” Tes said.
“However, this cohabitation was temporary, meaning the major relationship milestone is yet to be reached.
“We expect to see the duo officially move in together before the end of March, as they can take a break from their intense career schedules and shift their attention to more personal priorities.
“The relationship is clearly going well, and both parties’ families were pictured together at the Super Bowl, so there’s no reason to believe that things will slow down.”
The experts believe that Swift and Kelce will likely choose either Kelce’s Kansas City mansion or Swift’s estate in Nashville for their residence.
“While we can definitely expect Taylor and Travis to spend some of their impressive combined net worth on a new home in the future, it’s likely that they’ll choose to cohabit in one of their existing properties first,” Tes said.
“If the pair moves into one of Travis’s homes, this will probably be the $6 million 17,000 sq. ft Kansas City mansion he bought last year.
“It’s also a benefit for the partners that the properties are close to where both parties feel most comfortable – for Travis, it’s because of his incredible solidarity with the Chiefs, while for Taylor, her Nashville property is in her home town.
“It’s also not likely that either property reminds the duo of their former partners, as Taylor’s Tennessee estate mainly represents her love for her family and birthplace, while Travis’ Kansas mansion is brand new.” Taylor Swift cringes as Travis Kelce parties with her PARENTS at nightclub while raunchy music plays
The experts believe the couple will likely end up purchasing a home together, but not until the official completion of Swift’s Eras Tour.
“Investing in a new home together isn’t off the table for this year, but we’d be surprised if this happens any earlier than when Taylor’s UK leg of The Eras Tour ends,” Tes said.
“Taylor will simply be too busy juggling promo for her new album, awards season, and packed tour schedule to commit to such a key purchase before late August, but Travis will be keen to organize things before the 2024 NFL season kickstarts on September 5.
“In fact, we’d be surprised if Taylor and Travis are spotted purchasing a shared property any later than the end of August, as absence makes the heart grow fonder, and the NFL star seems extremely smitten with the singer.
“Swift can’t realistically jet across to Kansas from the UK whenever she gets a break between shows without risking exhaustion, so it makes sense that they’d want something big to look forward to, like buying a home together.”
Taylor Swift is touring around the world for the rest of 2024.
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Swift and Kelce could even buy a home together after her Eras TourCredit: Getty
The NFL star revealed his brother had been forced to move house
JASON Kelce has been blindsided after being asked if he was ready to make a best man’s speech at his brother’s wedding.
The 36-year-old opened up on Travis’s relationship with pop sensation Taylor Swift on a recent podcast alongside Shaquille O’Neal.
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Travis Kelce was hit with a surprise ‘best man speech’ question on a podcast with NBA legend ShaqCredit: Youtube/The Big Podcast With Shaq
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Kelce burst out laughing after being blindsided by Adam LefkoeCredit: Youtube/The Big Podcast With Shaq
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Jason’s brother Travis Kelce has been dating Taylor Swift since last summerCredit: Reuters
Jason plays for the Philadelphia Eagles and is a 12-year veteran of the NFL.
He teased retirement earlier this year after the Eagles failed to make another run to the Super Bowl.
Kelce has been a visible supporter of brother Travis, appearing in the family’s private suite alongside Swift throughout the NFL playoffs.
The Kelce’s partied hard after Travis secured a third ring in Las Vegas with the Kansas City Chiefs defeating the San Francisco 49ers.
But Jason laughed off the idea of wedding bells between his brother and Taylor during a recent episode of The Big Podcast with Shaq.
“How nervous are you about this speech?” asked Shaq’s co-host Adam Lefkoe.
“What speech?” replied a confused Kelce.
“The best man’s speech!” fired back Lefcoe, resulting in a belly laugh from the NFL star and a stunned face from NBA icon Shaq.
In the episode filmed ahead of Super Bowl LVIII, Kelce revealed that Travis had been forced to move house after going public with Swift last summer.
The Chiefs tight end bought a $6 million mansion in a gated community in Kansas City – but that didn’t stop fans from finding him. Travis Kelce ‘forced to move out of home’ because of Taylor Swift fame as brother Jason reveals ‘drawbacks’
“You’re in a different world, it’s a new demographic that wasn’t there before,” Jason explained.
“It’s crazy to feel how much joy you bring people or how much you affect people’s daily lives.
“It also has drawbacks, for sure. Travis knows, right, more than I do. He had to completely move out of his house.
“People were just staying by his house. [So he had to leave for] safety reasons.
“The first day he moved into the new house – a gated community – somebody knocks on the back window of the house.”
