Los Angeles, CA – In a surprising turn of events, NFL star Jason Kelce has publicly criticized Tom Brady for making disparaging comments about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce during a live Netflix special.
The roast, which lasted two and a half hours, mostly focused on Brady’s personal life, including his divorce from Gisele Bündchen. However, Brady took the opportunity to target the Kansas City Chiefs, their fans, and the celebrity couple.
Brady’s jab, “Kansas City, you say your stadium is the loudest. It helps when all your fans are 14-year-old girls in honor of Tay Tay.
Let’s take a look at the Chiefs – terrible for 50 years, good for five. Shake it off,” drew significant backlash. Fans and critics alike felt the comment was unfair and demeaning, suggesting that Taylor Swift’s fan base is predominantly young teenage girls.
Many of Swift’s fans, who represent a diverse demographic, were offended by Brady’s assumption. The backlash was swift, with fans demanding an apology for what they saw as a sexist and dismissive comment.
Jason Kelce, Travis Kelce’s brother, added his voice to the criticism. In a comment under a video of Brady’s remarks, Jason stated, “I don’t follow pop culture too closely, but one thing I do know is Taylor’s music has touched millions from all different backgrounds. Crazy to assume otherwise.” Jason’s defense of Swift and acknowledgment of her broad and varied fanbase was well-received, with many praising him for standing up against Brady’s comments.
The incident has sparked extensive discussion online. One fan commented, “This is bigger than just Swifties being offended. We have every right to be. Jokes like Brady’s teach young girls that their interests are less important, less valid. They shame women for finding joy in things made for them. That’s the kind of sexism that has real-world consequences.”
Another fan pointed out Brady’s own behavior, saying, “Don’t forget this is the same dude who threw a temper tantrum and broke a tablet during a game. Real mature of him to mock teenage girls for being passionate fans. Maybe he should focus on fixing his own attitude problem before judging others.”
A longtime football fan expressed disappointment in Brady, stating, “As a longtime football fan, I’m really disappointed in Brady. I used to admire his skill, but now this is all I see – a sore loser who punches down instead of taking the heat. Saying he needs to grow up is an understatement. He needs a serious lesson in respect.”
The controversy continues to generate discussion among fans and the broader public, with many awaiting a response from Brady. As the conversation about respect and the treatment of fans and women in sports and entertainment evolves, this incident has highlighted the importance of considering the broader impact of public remarks.
