Jason Kelce, the former Philadelphia Eagles center, is confident that his younger brother Travis Kelce will emerge victorious in the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Award for Favorite Male Sports Star. But it’s not just Travis’ athletic prowess that gives him an edge – it’s his high-profile relationship with none other than Taylor Swift.
According to Jason, Travis’ connection to the pop superstar has endeared him to a whole new demographic of fans: Swift’s devoted following of “14-year-old little girls.” And with the award being determined by fan votes, Jason believes this newfound support base will propel Travis to a “landslide” win.
A Shift in Fan Demographics
Jason humorously recounted how his own public persona has undergone a transformation since his brother started dating Swift. “Now, I go out in public, routinely, 14-to-12-year-old little girls are like, ‘Oh my God, you’re the brother of Travis, dating Taylor Swift,'” he said, contrasting it with his previous “demographic” of “fat, hairy guys.”
The elder Kelce brother seems to relish this unexpected connection to Swift’s fanbase, joking, “I don’t think there’s a chance in hell that you’re not winning this award if it’s truly chosen by children.”
Travis Embraces His Influence
For his part, Travis Kelce expressed gratitude for his brother’s vote of confidence and vowed to use his platform responsibly. “I plan to make sure I keep influencing the kids to do the right things in this world,” he said, acknowledging the power of his newfound fame among younger fans.
While Travis’ nomination pits him against athletic titans like LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Lionel Messi, and Cristiano Ronaldo, his teammate Patrick Mahomes is also in the running for the coveted Nickelodeon award.
Swift’s Multiple Nominations
Meanwhile, Taylor Swift herself is no stranger to the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards, having received six nominations for the upcoming ceremony on July 13 in Los Angeles. Among the categories she’s up for are Favorite Female Artist and Favorite Global Music Star, further cementing her status as a beloved figure among younger audiences.
As the anticipation builds for the star-studded event, all eyes will be on Travis Kelce and the potential impact of his high-profile relationship on the Favorite Male Sports Star category. With his brother Jason firmly in his corner and the support of Swift’s dedicated fanbase, the odds may just be in his favor.