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Travis Kelce's Dad Slams 'Troll' Bethenny Frankel For Saying Son Won't Last With Taylor Swift

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By Favour Adegoke on February 26, 2024 at 4:10 PM EST

Travis Kelce's father, Ed Kelce, publicly criticized Bethenny Frankel for mocking his son's relationship with Taylor Swift.

Frankel claimed the Kansas City Chiefs tight end and the singer wouldn't last together.

This comes after Ed lauded Swift's humility and revealed potential plans for Kelce to propose to her. Reports hinted at an engagement this summer, with the couple aiming for a meaningful moment on their one-year anniversary in July despite delaying earlier proposals to avoid rushing.

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Travis Kelce’s Dad, Ed Kelce Calls Out ‘Troll’ Bethenny Frankel

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Ed Kelce recently took to his Facebook account to call out "Real Housewives of New York City" star Bethenny Frankel for continuously mocking his son's relationship with Taylor Swift.

Sharing a Newsweek article titled "Bethenny Frankel stands by her criticism of Travis Kelce," Ed expressed his disdain for the reality TV star, questioning, "Who TF is this troll?"

Frankel's remarks in the article included her speculation on the longevity of Swift and Kelce's relationship, suggesting that balancing fame and personal life could be challenging for the couple.

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"When you get into real life and you get into kids and marriage and things like that… it's not easy [and] relationships take work. And it's hard because Taylor Swift is certainly a peacock," Frankel said in the clip. "So they really usually can only be one peacock in a relationship."

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Fans Praise Ed Kelce For Defending His Son

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Ed received praise from fans for defending his son's relationship with Swift and calling out the reality TV personality.

"She was a Un-Real Housewife. Has an opinion about everything. Trying to stay relevant. Just a Jabroni," commented one supporter, echoing the sentiments of many.

Another fan expressed confidence in Swift's fanbase, known as Swifties, to handle the situation. "Yeah, she's a troll. Don't wor,ry though the swifties will come through and handle her lol," they wrote.

The admiration for the Kelce family continued, with one user exclaiming: @Just when I didn't think I could love the Kelce Family anymore we get Ed for another win."

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Others criticized the former reality TV star for her bitter remarks, with one user noting: "She's a bitter Housewife that Bravo dropped and she's trying to stay relevant she's been dunking on Taylor ever since she first showed up at the first game and she's been throwing digs not at just Travis but Donna as well."

"No idea who she is, but you know how people are. They name-drop people in the news who are popular at the moment. Keeps them relevant and brings them followers. To them, even negative attention is better than no attention," another user added.

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Ed Kelce Describes Taylor Swift As 'Gracious'

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Ed has always been a staunch advocate of Travis' romance with Swift and recently showered praise on the singer's "gracious" personality.

Speaking to the Los Angeles Times just ahead of the Super Bowl, the 51-year-old commended Swift's humble presence at Kansas City Chiefs' matches., "ed that "Every game there's people crowding outside the front of that suite trying to get a glimpse of Taylor, wanting to meet Taylor." "Taylor's very gracious, but she can't do everything," he added.

He elaborated on the "Cruel Summer" hitmaker's respectful attitude toward security measures, stating: "She's got security guys who don't want her doing anything. That's their job, and she's smart enough to know, 'I'm paying these guys to keep me safe. I should probably listen to them.'"

"But if it was up to her she'd be out there with everyone who wants her," he remarked.

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Travis Kelce Might Propose To Taylor Swift In Summer

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Swift and Travis first confirmed their relationship in September 2023 following a discreet summer romance. However, sources close to the couple hinted to Page Six that the NFL star is considering proposing to his girlfriend this upcoming summer.

Per the insider, rumors circulating within Swift's circle suggest that the pop star and her NFL beau may be gearing up for an engagement in the summer.

While speculation swirled about a proposal during the winter holidays and Valentine's Day, the couple reportedly decided to hold off because "they don't want it to seem like it's rushed insanity."

According to insiders, Swift and Travis have "discussed it and there is a plan," with rumors suggesting "They will get engaged on their one-year anniversary in July."

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