When Travis Kelce’s Girlfriend Turned Down VIP Treatment, Thanks to Taylor Swift: A Memory by Clark Hunt | NFL News

During Taylor Swift’s first visit to the Kansas City Chiefs’ Arrowhead Stadium in September 2023, she wanted to experience the match like any other fan. Clark Hunt, the team owner, recalls offering her special security, but she refused, much to everyone’s surprise. He shared this story on “The Pat McAfee Show.”

Hunt vividly remembers Swift’s first Chiefs game with her boyfriend Travis Kelce and how her decision to decline VIP treatment stood out. She wanted to blend in with the crowd and feel like a regular spectator. Hunt expressed his surprise at her humility, considering her global star status.

Interestingly, Swift’s casual presence at the Chiefs’ matches led to something Hunt calls the “Taylor Swift effect”. He noted a significant increase in female fans, from a balanced gender distribution to 57% women, one of the highest percentages in the NFL. Swift’s influence helped bring families together to watch the games, as young girls insisted on watching football with their parents.

Swift, who just wrapped up her successful Eras Tour in December 2024, intends to regularly attend the Chiefs’ games for the 2025 NFL season. The past years had been challenging due to her busy tour schedule. However, she’s excited to have more time this fall to support Kelce at as many games as possible.