Donna Kelce, the beloved mother of NFL stars Travis and Jason Kelce, brought light-hearted banter to her sons’ podcast, “New Heights,” playfully teasing Travis about his position in her heart. In a recent episode, she jokingly informed Travis, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end, that he’s not her favorite son— “yet.”
The 71-year-old mom’s quip drew a humorous response from Travis, acknowledging the playful burn. Donna quickly clarified, assuring both sons of her equal love, yet Travis conceded that he comprehends why his older brother, Jason, holds the upper hand in her affections.
Before Super Bowl LVII, where the Kelce brothers faced off in the historic game, Donna confessed to Entertainment Tonight that she leans towards Jason, 36, as her favorite because he has blessed her with grandchildren.
While Travis presently doesn’t have children, he hasn’t ruled out the possibility. On a recent podcast episode, Travis joked about needing to “find a breeder” to have kids so that his mother can “love [him] again.”
Interestingly, Travis has stepped into a “serious” relationship with pop sensation Taylor Swift, sparking curiosity about whether their own “Love Story” might sway Donna’s sentiments.
In contrast, Jason, alongside wife Kylie Kelce, shares three daughters—Wyatt, 4, Elliotte, 2, and Bennett, who celebrates her first birthday in February.
Donna’s adoration for her granddaughters is evident, as she expressed to Us Weekly, relishing the precious moments spent with them. Her heartfelt sentiments reflect a grandmother deeply invested in every joyous interaction, eager to immerse herself in their world of play and imagination.
With family ties at the core of their bond, Donna Kelce remains a pillar of love and support, relishing the unique connections she shares with her sons and the delightful embrace of grandparenthood.