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Gracie Hunt Gives Rare Access to the Kansas City Chiefs’ Game Day in Behind-the-Scenes Photos 

Gracie, daughter of Chiefs chairman Clark Hunt, offers PEOPLE an exclusive look beyond the sidelines of the team’s winning playoff game on Jan. 18

Gracie and Ava Hunt at the Kansas City Chiefs’ first 2025 playoff game. Photo: Sydney Schneider

The Kansas City Chiefs’ road to the Super Bowl continues!

Gracie Hunt took PEOPLE into the action of the Chiefs’ victorious game against the Houston Texans on Saturday, Jan. 18, snapping exclusive, behind-the-scenes photos throughout Arrowhead Stadium.

From her pre-kickoff rituals to the post-game celebrations, Gracie — who is the daughter of Chiefs chairman Clark Hunt and his wife Tavia — explained the significance behind each image, telling PEOPLE exclusively about “the special moments” featured in every shot.

Gracie, 25, snapped pics in the famed Arrowhead tunnels, on the sidelines of the field, inside the Signature Suite Lounge (even sharing the sweet treat beloved by tight end Travis Kelce) and at the specific spot where her family welcomes the team after every game.

Throughout the day, Gracie was joined by her siblings, sister Ava and brother Knobel, in addition to her parents and Chiefs head coach Andy Reid’s wife Tammy. (Plus, a surprise celebrity guest — and a “new member of Chiefs Kingdom” — made an appearance!)

The Chiefs’ triumph over the Texans was a much-needed win for the team in pursuit of clinching their third-consecutive Super Bowl title, which would make them the first team to “three-peat” in NFL history. “I think everyone’s on the edge of our seats,” Gracie told PEOPLE ahead of the playoffs.

“It has been the most magical, surreal season in a lot of ways,” she added, calling out the Chiefs’ 15-2 record heading into the AFC divisional playoff game, which earned them a first-round bye and well-deserved rest as they forge ahead on their 2025 NFL Championship-winning quest.

Now, scroll on for a rare look inside Gracie’s game-day experience, which will transport you inside the stadium and have you feeling the winning energy alongside the Chiefs!

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Pre-Game Workout

Gracie Hunt’s pre-game workout.Sydney Schneider

While players on the team are known to have their pre-game rituals, Gracie Hunt has a pre-game routine of her own.

“I always get up early on game day to get a workout in,” she tells PEOPLE. “It helps get any jitters out and also sets a positive tone for the day ahead.”

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Tunnel Walk to the Field

Gracie and Ava Hunt walk in the Arrowhead Stadium tunnels before the Chiefs-Texans game on Jan. 18, 2025.Sydney Schneider

If there’s one person who’s always by Gracie’s side, it’s her sister. “Ava is my best friend, and we actually share the same birthday… seven years apart to the day!” she says.

“I love doing game days together,” continues Gracie, who’s pictured walking through the iconic Arrowhead Stadium tunnels as the siblings make their way to the football field for the team’s pre-game warm-up and sideline rituals.

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Game-Day Outfit

Gracie Hunt’s game-day look: a Helzberg Diamonds lefthand ring stack, RW Fine Jewelry cross necklace, Monse bag, Ramy Brook reversible puffer jacket, Dolce & Gabbana pants.Sydney Schneider

As a fashion influencer who recently launched her own collection with Erin Andrews’ Wear line, Gracie’s game-day looks never disappoint.

“My game-day outfit was inspired by my favorite styling approach, both on and off the field, combining sporty and chic elements,” she tells PEOPLE.

Since Kansas City is known to get brutally cold winters, Gracie knows how to dress appropriately (yet stylishly, too!). “The Ramy Brook coat not only kept me warm and insulated against the chilly Kansas City weather but also added an effortlessly polished touch,” she explains.

Gracie “celebrated the iconic Chiefs red” with “bold” Dolce & Gabbana pants, along with a top and shoes to “tie the look together with team spirit.” In another clever (and chic) nod the game, she topped off her look with a playful accessory.

“The Monse football bag was the perfect statement piece, proving that football and fashion can go hand in hand… and that women can love the game just as much as men,” she says.

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The Sideline Scene

Gracie Hunt on the field before the Chiefs play the Texans on Jan. 18, 2025.Sydney Schneider

Nothing compares to the energy before the game, especially during the playoffs. The Chiefs took on the Texans at 4:30 p.m. on Jan. 18, so Gracie hit the sidelines early.

“I enjoy spending time with family and friends on the sidelines before the game,” she says. “Watching the warm-ups and seeing the stadium fill with fans always creates a thrilling and energetic atmosphere.”

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Sideline Staples

Gracie Hunt hangs with family, friends and fans on the sidelines of the field pre-game at Arrowhead Stadium on Jan. 18, 2025.Sydney Schneider

“I’m grateful for special moments on the sidelines with football family and fans,” Gracie tells PEOPLE.

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Fan Frenzy!

From left: Ava, Gracie and Knobel Hunt pose with internet sensation “The Rizzler” before the Chiefs’ game against the Texans on Jan. 18, 2025.Sydney Schneider

There’s no denying the Chiefs fandom has grown in recent years, so you never know who may make an appearance at games. The Jan. 18 game was star-studded, attracting everyone from Taylor Swift to Caitlin Clark in the stands.

For Gracie, there was one person in particular who stood out. “We met the Rizzler, a new member of Chiefs Kingdom,” she tells PEOPLE of the viral internet phenom.

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Almost Game Time

The National Anthem plays before the Kansas City Chiefs-Houston Texans game on Jan. 18, 2025.Sydney Schneider

While there are many exciting moments throughout a game, there is one that means a lot to Gracie. “The national anthem is one of the most special parts of game day for me,” she says.

“Those who serve or have served our country are true heroes,” she continues. “I’m so grateful to get to live in a free country where we can celebrate life, liberty, the pursuit of happiness and the beautiful game of football.”

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Fourth-Quarter Energy

The Chiefs and Texans enter the fourth quarter in the 2025 playoffs.Sydney Schneider

Fans were on the edges of their seats as the Chiefs and Texans headed into the game’s final quarter. “Energy and excitement radiated through the stadium as the fourth quarter began,” Gracie recalls of the adrenaline-filled moments as the clock ticked down.

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Game-Winning Smiles

Gracie Hunt poses with her parents, Clark and Tavia Hunt, as they celebrate the Chiefs’ victory over the Texans on Jan. 18, 2025.Sydney Schneider

The Chiefs beat the Texans 23-14 on Jan. 18. Gracie celebrated the victorious moment with her parents, Clark and Tavia, before heading down to welcome the players off the field.

“For us, football is family,” Gracie tells PEOPLE. “It’s so special getting to celebrate sweet moments and Chiefs victories with the people I love most.”

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Let’s Hear It for the Team!

Gracie Hunt and her sister Ava Hunt cheer for the Chiefs players after their win.Sydney Schneider

Gracie and her family have a sweet tradition of “welcoming the team into the locker room” after every game. In the photo, she can be seen cheering alongside her sister Ava as the players walked by on a celebratory high.

“My favorite moment of every game is standing in the tunnel, cheering and celebrating as the players come off the field,” Gracie notes. “It’s a special tradition filled with energy, pride and unforgettable memories.”

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Family Fun Post-Game

Gracie Hunt poses alongside her parents, Clark and Tavia Hunt, and Chiefs head coach Andy Reid’s wife Tammy Reid.Sydney Schneider

Next, Gracie enjoyed a “post-game celebration” with her family. She posed with her parents and coach Andy Reid’s wife Tammy.

“A very joyful moment celebrating the win with friends and family in the tunnel,” Gracie says. “This is where we welcome the team in postgame before heading into the press conference.”

She adds, “Tammy Reid is one of the kindest and most optimistic people I’ve ever met. As wife of the head coach, she brings an infectious energy to both game days and every day in between.”

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Suite Sweets

A sweet treat of Arrowhead Stadium created by Cami’s Cake Co.Sydney Schneider

The taste of victory is… sweet! What better way to celebrate an exciting win than with Kansas City Chiefs-inspired treats?

“Cami’s Cake Co. made this amazing cake of Arrowhead Stadium for the Signature Suite Lounge,” Gracie tells PEOPLE. “You might recognize her name because Travis [Kelce] also had her make the cake for Taylor [Swift]’s birthday,” she notes.

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The Road to the Super Bowl Continues

Arrowhead Stadium, home of the Kansas City Chiefs.Sydney Schneider

The Chiefs will continue their quest in the playoffs in pursuit of the first-ever “three-peat” in NFL history on Sunday, Jan. 26 at 6:30 p.m.

Vanessa Bryant Leads Efforts to Donate 8,000 Pieces of Apparel and Sneakers amid L.A. Fires

“There’s a long road to recovery ahead of us, so stay tuned for our ongoing efforts to help L.A. rebuild,” Bryant wrote on Instagram

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Vanessa Bryant. Photo: Apu Gomes/Getty

Vanessa Bryant is doing her part to help those impacted by the devastating Los Angeles fires.

As residents continue to deal with the harrowing aftermath of the sizable fires that have ravaged the city, many celebrities have reached out to help — and Bryant recently led efforts of her own to help locals affected by the incident.

In a video montage posted to Instagram, Bryant can be seen donating 8,000 pieces of apparel and sneakers to those in need after being displaced by the fires.

“Today, @MambaMambacitaSports took our first step in supporting children and families that had to evacuate their homes due to the LA fires. Over 8,000 pieces of apparel and sneakers were donated to families in need for the LA Strong Essentials Distribution today,” Bryant captioned the post.

Vanessa Bryant.Karwai Tang/Getty

“Thank you @Dodgers for hosting 💙🤍 Thank you to our family, friends and new friends that helped distribute apparel and sneakers today! We couldn’t have done this without you. ❤️ There’s a long road to recovery ahead of us, so stay tuned for our ongoing efforts to help LA rebuild,” she continued.

As of Monday, Jan. 20, at least 27 people have died and over 30,000 residents have been displaced, as the multiple wildfires continue, including the largest wildfires in the Pacific Palisades and Eaton, according to ABC News.

Fire containment has increased throughout the 45 miles of the Los Angeles County area, however strong Santa Ana winds are expected in the area from Monday through Wednesday, Jan. 22, the outlet reported.

“Chiefs Owner’s Daughter Causes a Storm: The Shocking Truth About Taylor Swift’s Game Appearances!”

“It’s been such a special time to have her be a part of Chiefs Kingdom. She is just as beautiful and wonderful as you’d ever imagine,” Gracie Hunt tells PEOPLE

Taylor Swift and Gracie Hunt pose together at a Kansas City Chiefs game. Photo: Gracie Hunt/Instagram

A fan of a fan, if you will.

Kansas City Chiefs heiress Gracie Hunt recently spoke with PEOPLE about the continued support Taylor Swift shows the four-time Super Bowl-winning team since her romance with Travis Kelce began at the start of the 2023 season.

Before raving about the positive impact the 14-time Grammy winner has had on the Kansas City-based team, 25-year-old Hunt — who’s the daughter of Chiefs Chairman and CEO Clark Hunt and his wife, Tavia Hunt — praised how “absolutely incredible” Swift is as a person, first and foremost.

“The whole world knows,” Hunt says, adding, “And it’s been such a special time to have her be a part of Chiefs Kingdom. She is just as beautiful and wonderful as you’d ever imagine her to be, so smart and intelligent.”

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce after the Kansas City Chiefs won the 2023 Super Bowl in Las Vegas.Michael Owens/Getty

When thinking about the reality of having the global superstar “cheer on the Chiefs,” the former 2021 Miss Kansas USA was at a near loss for words. “Sometimes it feels a little bit surreal because you and I grew up watching her and falling in love with her music, and so did so much of the world.”

Swift and Kelce first sparked dating rumors in September 2023 after the singer attended a handful of the tight end’s games. The couple confirmed their romance in October 2023 when they stepped out holding hands at a Saturday Night Live afterparty.

In the year that followed, Kelce has spoken about Swift in interviews — and Swift seemingly sings about Kelce on her album The Tortured Poets Department (she even invited him on stage to perform with her during her record-breaking Eras Tour!).

Gracie Hunt at Chiefs game.courtesy of The Kansas City Chiefs/Sydney Schneider

All the while, Swift has continued to cheer on Kelce at his games. She celebrated his 2023 Super Bowl win with a kiss on the field (and at the Chiefs afterparty) to close out last year’s victorious season, and has been a suite staple throughout the 2024 season, too.

Since Swift first showed support for the Chiefs, she’s dramatically influenced the team’s demographic, in addition to the NFL’s audience as a whole. Hunt approximates that the singer “has grown” the fanbase of her family’s franchise “between 30 and 40 percent from her attendance.”

“It’s just been so special to have her be a part of Chiefs Kingdom,” Hunt emphasizes.

Taylor Swift Kansas City Chiefs game day outfits.Jamie Squire/Getty; David Eulitt/Getty (3)

Not only has Swift demonstrated team spirit at games but she’s slayed game day style as well — which in Hunt’s opinion, it’s top tier. “If there’s anyone’s game day looks, who I’m definitely dialed into, it’s Taylor’s,” she reveals.

“I love seeing Brittany [Mahomes]’s and all the other wives. My mom always crushes it too,” she continues. “But then when Taylor walks in, we’re all like, ‘What was the fit?’” Of Swift, Hunt adds, “She crushes it, and I absolutely love seeing her game day style.”

Another aspect of Swift that Hunt is sure to point out is her “down to earth” character. “She is so kind and kind to everyone.”

The charismatic personality Hunt describes of the pop star has been on full display for everyone to see, whether they’ve met the singer or not. Just look at the star-studded suite that often gets screen time during games, featuring Swift smiling and cheering alongside fellow Chiefs WAGs.

In November, Chariah Gordon — who is the fiancée of Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman Jr., famously known for making the Super Bowl-winning touchdown last year — told PEOPLE exclusively how Swift lets her guard down at games.

“That’s just who she is… She’s fun, she’s loving, she’s sweet,” Gordon says of the “So High School” singer. “We have a good time and we are there to support our men. She’s just one of the sweetest people ever… that’s just that.”

Now, Hunt tells PEOPLE of Swift: “No matter who you are or what circle you fall in… that just is who Taylor is.”

Former Chiefs Cheerleader Reveals Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Sweet Game Day Tradition Since They Started Dating

Kansas City Chiefs Cheerleader Stefanie Hill shared on TikTok her early memories of watching Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s romance unfold

Kansas City Chiefs Cheerleaders, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. Photo: Adam Bow/Icon Sportswire via Getty; Michael Owens/Getty

Stefanie Hill may not be cheer captain, but she surely isn’t on the bleachers!

The former Kansas City Chiefs cheerleader who had been on the Super Bowl-defending squad for six seasons has experienced it all, from making four NFL Championship appearances with the team to watching Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s love story unfold in real-time.

In a video shared to TikTok, Hill — whose cheer career with the Chiefs culminated with a Super Bowl victory in February 2024 — gave viewers a glimpse inside the power couple’s relationship from her perspective at games, including the sweet tradition Swift follows in support of Kelce.

Hill reminisced about the first Chiefs game Swift went to on Sept. 24 at the time romance rumors started to swirl with the football player at the beginning of the 2023-2024 season.

“The very first game she ever attended, I almost pooped myself when I was in that corner,” she jokingly recalled in the TikTok posted in September 2024. At the time, she thought, “I don’t know how to do my job right now because I have to watch the game, lead the chants and cheers and dances.”

Kansas City Chiefs cheerleaders perform during Super Bowl LVIII.TIMOTHY A. CLARY/AFP via Getty

But with one of the biggest superstars on the planet in the crowd watching the field, Hill admitted her concentration was thrown off. She recalled thinking, “I physically can not focus because I’m like, ‘That is Taylor Swift!’”

To make matters even more stressful for the Chiefs cheerleader, she says the squad decided to use one of the routines she came up with for the games. “We performed my choreography in the end zone. I looked up and no joke, she was on the screen and she was clapping,” Hill says of Swift.

“And I was like, ‘She just watched our team dance and is now applauding and she liked my choreography,’” she continues to recall in disbelief. “If she didn’t like it, she wouldn’t have clapped. So that was pretty cool.”

Then, Hill revealed what Swift would do to support Kelce after games. Being that the Chiefs Cheerleader locker rooms were right next to the athlete locker rooms, she had a clear view of player interactions.

Travis Kelce; Taylor Swift.AP Photo/Ed Zurga; Tammy Ljungblad/Kansas City Star/Tribune News Service via Getty Images

“All those pictures of her game day outfits walking down red tunnels in Arrowhead [Stadium] are right next to the players’ locker rooms, which is right next door to the Chiefs Cheer locker room,” Hill explains in the TikTok. “There were so many close encounters,” she says of herself and Swift.

“At the end of the game, she would always meet Travis by the locker room,” the former cheerleader shares.

Toward the end of the TikTok, Hill admitted that she and the cheer squad went into total fangirl mode themselves. “So there was one game that we were like, ‘We have just got to wait here and I’m sure we are gonna see her walk by and if we all stand by the door.’”

Hill said they “huddled” together with the hopes Swift would “take a picture” with them. “We were waiting for like a really long time. I’m not even a Swiftie and I was like crawled down in the front waiting to take my picture with her,” she says with a laugh.

In conclusion, Hill was Team Swift after her unique experiences of getting an up-close perspective of the pop star. “Overall, I was a huge fan of having her a part of Chiefs Kingdom.”

Kansas City Chiefs cheerleaders perform during Super Bowl LVIII.TIMOTHY A. CLARY/AFP via Getty

At the end of the 2023-2024 season, Hill posted another video to TikTok that revealed the “crazy tradition” the Kansas City Chiefs Cheerleaders take part in every time they make a Super Bowl appearance.

“We have this crazy tradition where we get tattoos every time we go to a Super Bowl. Last year, we went to Definitive Tattoo Gallery and we absolutely loved it, so we’re back!” the cheerleader says in the clip filmed in March 2024.

“Once I got inside, all my teammates were already there. This was my fourth Super Bowl appearance, so that means tattoo number four today,” she revealed, ultimately getting a Roman numeral to represent the Super Bowl year and an arrowhead in tribute to the Kansas City Chiefs stadium.

“It is not a requirement to get a tattoo and there is absolutely no pressure,” Hill made clear. “However, I would say the majority of our team got tatted today. Even our athletic trainer, Michaela, joined us and got a cute Vegas-themed tattoo with 34 to represent the members of our team!”

Everyone is turning on Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes following egregious penalty

Jan 18, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Houston Texans defensive end Danielle Hunter (55) tackles Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) during the third quarter of a 2025 AFC divisional round game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images
When the commentators are turning on Patrick Mahomes, it’s finally gone too far.

The Kansas City Chiefs quarterback remains a subject of controversy as penalties continue to go against the Houston Texans entering the fourth quarter of Saturday’s AFC Divisional Round.

During the first quarter, Will Anderson was slapped with a roughing the passer call after barely tapping Mahomes following a pass. That led to a field goal from Harrison Butker.

In the third quarter, Mahomes tried to take off running and began to slide. As he was going down, Henry To’oTo’o made the tackle, thus leading to another late hit against the Texans and a first down. Kansas City would march downfield to extend the lead by eight with a Travis Kelce 11-yard touchdown.

Fans are fed up with the refs giving the three-time Super Bowl winner special treatment. C.J. Stroud has been hit late a handful of times, but the second Mahomes gets touched, a flag and extra 15 yards on the way.

Here’s some of the internet’s best reaction.

 

Caitlin Clark Slammed for Sitting With Taylor Swift by Skip Bayless: ‘You’re Bigger Than She Is’

New friends? Taylor Swift gave WNBA star Caitlin Clark an enthusiastic hug as she watched her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, and the Kansas City Chiefs take one step closer to another Super Bowl win.

The “Who’s Afraid of Little Old Me?” singer, 35, hopped out of her seat to embrace Caitlin, 22, during the Chiefs game on January 18.

“She looks shocked every time taylor goes in for a hug this is too cute,” the fan who shared the video on X wrote.

The two women sat by one another in a private suite at Arrowhead Stadium as they watched the Chiefs take home the win against the Houston Texans in the first playoff game. They were joined by Travis’ dad, Ed Kelce, who sat on the other side of Caitlin.

Caitlin, who is known to be a Swiftie, attended Taylor’s Eras tour on two consecutive nights when the Miss Americana star played at Lucas Oil Stadium in November 2024. However, not everyone was pleased with the Indiana Fever player rubbing elbows with Taylor.

“WAIT, CAITLIN CLARK IS UP IN THE ARROWHEAD BOX WITH TAYLOR SWIFT??? CAITLIN, YOU DON’T NEED TO BE SEEN WITH HER,” sports commentator Skip Bayless wrote in a message via X during the game. “YOU’RE BIGGER THAN SHE IS. JUST STAY ON YOUR OWN PATH.”

Several X users found Skip’s take on the situation to be odd and they sounded off in the replies.

“Skip, she’s a grown adult,” wrote one person.

Another added, “Dude chill. She’s having one of her best days ever.”

Caitlin Clark Slammed for Sitting With Taylor Swift by Skip Bayless

Others simply wondered why Skip, 73, was typing in all caps.

Skip wasn’t done there, though. He later accused the referees of making calls in favor of the Chiefs because the “NFL was now a prisoner of the Swifties.”

“I just finished watching [the] Texans at [the] Chiefs, and it made me sick at my stomach. I’m not going to be able to sleep tonight because I’ll keep thinking about those two outrageous phantom penalties – fifteen yard flags thrown for Patrick Mahomes,” Skip said in a video he shared to X. “The NFL protected Patrick Mahomes and made sure he’s getting back to yet another home AFC championship game that will give him another great shot at getting yet another Super Bowl game, whose ratings will go through another roof, this one in New Orleans, because of the Swifties.”

The former First Take With Stephen A. Smith commentator accused the NFL of “protecting Patrick Mahomes through the referees, game after game after game, to ensure that the Swifties will come back and watch game after game after game.” He then added that he felt like “the refs got the memo” about “getting the Swifties to the AFC championship game.”

Skip also went on a rant regarding Caitlin hanging out with Taylor.

“Can somebody tell me what possessed Caitlin Clark to associate with Taylor Swift?” he asked and repeated the same sentiment from his tweet by adding, “Caitlin, you’re better than that. You’re bigger than she is. Stay on your own path. Blaze your own trail. You don’t need Taylor Swift and the Swifties. You’ve got the Clarkies, billions of them. Come on, I lost a little respect for you, Caitlin.”

Justin Timberlake in Phoenix: Complete guide to his Footprint Center concert

Justin Timberlake’s Forget Tomorrow World Tour is an elaborate pop spectacle with all the high-tech bells and whistles that entails.

The concert ends with Timberlake suspended from the front end of a massive floating platform as it tilts into the crowd.

And yet, the qualities that ultimately elevated that performance when the tour played Footprint Center in Phoenix in May 2024 were Timberlake’s magnetic personality and a vocal range that hasn’t aged a bit since “Justified,” the decades-old solo debut that announced his arrival at 21 as the former teen idol most likely to succeed outside the context of his boy-band image.

That soulful falsetto has held up amazingly well and his dancing was just as impressive in a two-hour concert where Timberlake rarely stopped moving.

The tour returns to Footprint Center on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025.

Here’s everything you need to know before you go.

Justin Timberlake Phoenix 2025

Justin Timberlake’s Forget Tomorrow World Tour makes its second stop in downtown Phoenix at Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025.

Justin Timberlake Phoenix tickets

Justin Timberlake tickets are available on ticketmaster.com. One week out, standard admission tickets were available starting at $55.

What time is Justin Timberlake’s Phoenix concert?

Footprint Center doors open at 6:30 p.m. The concert starts at 7:30 p.m.

Who is opening for Justin Timberlake in Phoenix?

No opening act is scheduled for Justin Timberlake in Phoenix.

Justin Timberlake performs at Talking Stick Resort Arena during the Man of the Woods Tour in Phoenix, Ariz. May 2, 2018.

Can I bring water to Footprint Center?

No outside food, beverages, coolers, bottles or cans may be brought into Footprint Center, although one sealed plastic water bottle is allowed per guest for Suns, Mercury and Rattlers games. Sealed water bottles may be prohibited for select concerts.

Children’s items such as baby bottles and formula are allowed.

What is the bag policy at Footprint Center? Can I bring a bag?

Standard backpacks are not permitted inside Footprint Center.

Single-compartment drawstring bags, purses and diaper bags that have the appearance of a standard backpack and media backpacks are allowed if they meet the NBA bag-size requirements of 14 by 14 by 6 inches.

Guests with bags larger than 4 inches by 6 inches are required to be screened through X-ray machines. Guests with no bags or clutches smaller than 4 inches by 6 inches can use Evolv express entry lanes.

What is prohibited at Footprint Center for concerts?

The following items are not allowed inside Footprint Center for concerts:

Backpacks (with the exception of single-compartment drawstring bags that meet the NBA bag-size requirements and media backpacks that have been screened at the media entrance. Purses and diaper bags are allowed if they meet the size requirements.

Bottles, cans and coolers.

Video and recording devices including Go Pros & Google glasses.

Fireworks.

Illegal substances.

Laser pointers.

Outside food and beverages.

Whistles, horns or other noise makers.

Weapons of any kind (no knives or mace/pepper spray of any size).

Computers and laptops.

Halloween-style may not to be worn upon entry and in concourses but will be permitted when guest is in seats.

Selfie sticks.

Offensive clothing or masks.

Footprint Center reserves the right to amend the above list without notice.

Justin Timberlake performs at Talking Stick Resort Arena during The Man of the Woods Tour in Phoenix, Ariz. March 5, 2019.

Can I bring a sign to Footprint Center?

Banners and signs are allowed at Footprint Center; they must be constructed of flame-retardant material. Signs must be made of a soft material that can be folded (e.g. poster board or cloth). Banners or signs may not be commercial in nature or obscene, or cause any disturbance to other fans.

Banners and signs must be hand-held and may not obstruct the view of other guests or Footprint Center advertising signage or be temporarily or permanently affixed to the building structure. Footprint Center reserves the right to remove any banner or sign. Signs should not be larger than 11 by 17 inches.

Justin Timberlake setlist

This is the setlist from T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri, on Dec. 20, 2024.

A-Stage

“No Angels”

“LoveStoned”

“Like I Love You”

“My Love”

“Technicolor”

“Sanctified”

“Infinity Sex”

“FutureSex/LoveSound”

“Imagination”

“Drown”

“Cry Me a River”

“Let the Groove Get In”

“My Favorite Drug”

“Señorita”

“Summer Love”

“(Expletivin’) Up the Disco”

B-Stage

“Play”

“Suit & Tie”

“Flame”

“Say Something”

“Pusher Love Girl”

“Until the End of Time”

“Selfish”(acoustic)

“What Goes Around… Comes Around” (acoustic)

A-Stage

“Can’t Stop the Feeling!”

“Rock Your Body”

“SexyBack”

Floating Stage

“Mirrors”

Is Footprint Center cashless?

Cash is not accepted at Footprint Center. Use Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover.

You can convert cash onto a preloaded Mastercard by visiting one of the venue’s reverse ATMs near the Ticket Office or Section 218.

Footprint Center smoking policy

Footprint Center is a smoke-free facility with no designated smoking area outside. Smoking of all kinds including e-cigarettes is prohibited. Guests who fail to comply will be asked to cease smoking. Those continuing to violate the policy will be ejected.

Footprint Center reentry policy

Reentry is not available for any games, concerts or events at Footprint Center.

Footprint Center lost and found

Contact a Footprint Center staff member for assistance. Found items may be turned in to the Guest Services Office. Guests may also call the Footprint Center Security department at 602-379-2055.

First aid at Footprint Center

In the event of an emergency, notify any Footprint Center representative or uniformed police officer to ensure that emergency personnel are notified.

Paramedics and EMTs are present during all events at Footprint Center. First aid is located on the main concourse across from Section 116.

Footprint Center parking

Footprint Center has more than 700 parking spaces, including parking for guests with disabilities. Parking prices vary by event. Call the Footprint Center Parking Office at 602-379-2003 for specific information.

You can purchase parking at Footprint Center and nearby lots in advance at parkwhiz.com.

Footprint Center driving directions

Footprint Center is at 201 E. Jefferson St. in downtown Phoenix.

If you’re coming from north Phoenix/Scottsdale:

Take State Route 51 south to Interstate 10 East interchange. Exit I-10 at Washington/Jefferson Street. Turn right on Washington Street to Third Street. Turn left on Third Street to Footprint Center.

If you’re coming from west/southwest Phoenix:

Take Interstate 10 East to Seventh Avenue exit. Turn right on Seventh Avenue to Jefferson Street. Turn left on Jefferson Street to First Street. Footprint Center is on the corner of Jefferson Street and 1st Street.

If you’re coming from east Phoenix:

Take Loop 202 west to I-10 west. Take I-10 west to Seventh Street exit. Turn left on Seventh Street to Washington Street. Turn right on Washington Street to Third Street. Turn left on Third Street to Footprint Center.

If you’re coming from northwest Phoenix/ Glendale:

Take Interstate 17 south to Jefferson Street. Turn left on Jefferson Street to First Street. Footprint is on the corner of Jefferson Street and First Street.

If you’re coming from the East Valley:

Take I-10 west to Washington/Jefferson Street. Turn left on Washington Street to Third Street. Turn left on Third Street to Footprint Center.

Valley Metro light rail to Footprint Center

In partnership with Valley Metro light rail, Footprint Center and the Phoenix Suns have established the Rail Ride Event program, which allows guests who purchase a ticket to an event at Footprint Center to ride Valley Metro light rail at no additional cost on the day of the event.

Valley Metro will recognize Footprint Center event tickets as valid light rail fare on the day of the event for four hours prior to the start of the event through the end of the transit day.

Two important things to know:

You must have your event ticket on your person when riding light rail and must show your ticket to a fare inspector upon request. Failure to show a valid ticket can result in fines ranging from $50 to $500.

Footprint Center event tickets are good for light rail only; they are not valid as bus fare.

Valley Metro park and ride locations

Here’s a list of Valley Metro park and ride lots:

Phoenix: 19th and Dunlap avenues, 19th and Montebello avenues, 19th Avenue and Camelback Road, Seventh Avenue and Camelback Road, Central Avenue and Camelback Road and 38th and Washington streets.

Tempe: Dorsey Lane and Apache Boulevard, McClintock Drive and Apache Boulevard, Loop 101 and Apache Boulevard.

Mesa: Sycamore and Main Street; Mesa Drive and Main Street; Gilbert Road and Main Street.

Where are Uber and Lyft at Footprint Center?

There are four recommended pickup/dropoff spots for ride shares: First and Jefferson streets (Footprint Center Plaza); Second Street (The Ryan); Third Street (Phoenix Convention Center) and Jefferson Street (Hotel Palomar/Arrogant Butcher).

Ed has covered pop music for The Republic since 2007, reviewing festivals and concerts, interviewing legends, covering the local scene and more. He did the same in Pittsburgh for more than a decade. Follow him on X and Instagram @edmasley and on Facebook as Ed Masley. Email him at [email protected].

“Justin Timberlake Makes a Splash at Anaheim Concert: Tearful Appeal for LA Wildfire Victims!”

During a concert packed with wall-to-wall hits and jaw-dropping stage production, Justin Timberlake slowed things down Saturday night (Jan. 18) in Anaheim, California, to reflect on the devastating wildfires that have ravaged the neighboring Los Angeles County since last week.

“I want to take a moment to recognize what’s going on in LA,” he said from the intimate DJ stage tucked into the floor section of the Honda Center, where he was surrounded by 360 degrees of fans. “I want to give a shout-out to the first responders, firefighters, citizens of the community, all that you gave.”

He went on to acknowledge the proximity of the Orange County arena, saying, “I’m sure so many of us in this room know someone, or is related to someone, or has heard about someone so close to us being affected by this devastating incident. And so many of us onstage either live there and in the crew know people who live there, and we just came from there, and it truly is devastating.”

Timberlake ended things on a positive note by shouting out the way the community has rallied around the crisis to find ways to help everyone affected. “I just wanted to recognize how beautiful it is, how well everyone has responded in that area. And I just wanted to say: Keep your thoughts and prayers with LA. Donate if you can — if you can — but thoughts and prayers with LA. Thank you so much, Anaheim.”

Multiple fires throughout Los Angeles County have killed at least 27 people, displaced tens of thousands from their homes, and destroyed or damaged more than 12,000 structures. The initial Palisades Fire is now more than 50% contained after more than a week of firefighting in severe winds.

Timberlake’s Anaheim concert was an extension of his Forget Tomorrow World Tour, which kicked off April 29 in Vancouver in support of the March album release Everything I Thought It Was. The trek continues Monday in Palm Desert, California, and has international dates through July. He will join Green Day and Noah Kahan to headline the 2025 BottleRock Festival in Napa, California, over Memorial Day weekend.

In collaboration with the clothing brand Maybe Tomorrow, Timberlake announced that all proceeds from a limited-edition beanie would be donated to wildfire relief efforts. The black beanie sold out, but the white version is still available here. Both are also being sold in merch stands on the tour while supplies last.

“Shocking Reveal: Axl Rose And Justin Timberlake Were Both Obsessed With The Same Stalker!”

The benefits fame might bring could be absolutely glorious. Successful musicians are often granted access to luxurious life and receive unending love from their devoted fanbase. However, some people may overstep their boundaries due to their admiration for the musician, which can lead to nightmarish incidents.

From Pearl Jam’s concert tragedy in Denmark to John Lennon’s problematic relationship with his son Julian, the dark side of fame could result in various unfortunate incidents. After all, musicians are constantly under the spotlight, and they cannot really get away from the prying eyes.

In some cases, those prying eyes might belong to an obsessed fan. Even though musicians enjoy meeting with their audience most of the time, some ‘adoring’ fans might take it too far. It could be said that GN’R frontman Axl Rose and singer Justin Timberlake had their fair share of fan mania, leaving them no choice but to look for legal solutions.

Who Was Obsessed With Justin Timberlake And Axl Rose?

Erotomania was and is a serious mental health issue. Medical professionals describe the condition as a ‘delusional state’ where the erotomaniac might have the wrong impression that another individual is secretly in love with them. The other individual, of course, is a celebrity figure in most cases.

A person suffering from erotomania might also believe that their ‘lover’ frequently communicates with them through secret messages. This condition might lead to dangerous incidents or desperate confrontations. After all, facing the harsh consequences is inevitable.

Karen McNeil tried to delay facing this harsh reality as much as she could. In the late ’90s, it was reported that she was suffering from the fantasy of being married to Axl Rose. She first came into the rocker’s life in the mid to late ’90s when Rose’s fame was quite prominent. McNeil believed she could telepathically communicate with the musician and tried to approach him various times.

She would frequently show up at Axl’s residence in Malibu and even try to break in. It was later revealed in the official court documents that McNeil was charged with breaking into the musician’s house twice. Axl had managed to get a restraining order against Karen, yet, it was to no avail. In the end, however, People Magazine reported in 1997 that Karen McNeil was sentenced to one year in prison by a Malibu judge.

People’s report the stalking of McNeil and her sentence with the following:

“A woman accused of stalking Axl Rose and who violated a 1997 court order to stay away from the Guns N’ Roses singer has been sentenced to jail for a year by a Malibu judge. Karen McNeil, a 39-year-old Ohio resident, tried to enter Rose’s Malibu home on May 16, according to court testimony. She has faced the same charge twice before and had been ordered to stay at least 300 yards away from Rose.”

One might think that the legal action Rose took against her, and the year she was in prison had helped Karen face the reality of the situation. Yet, mental health problems, unfortunately, don’t disappear with legal charges or restraining orders. McNeil resurfaced with another obsession a decade later.

This time, her secret lover wasn’t the GN’R frontman; it was Justin Timberlake. The singer was granted a temporary restraining order against McNeil in 2009 after she showed up at Timberlake’s place with all her belongings. It was apparent that she wanted to move with her ‘husband.’

After the incident, Timberlake took this harassment to court, and the judge ruled a three-year restraining order against Karen McNeil. However, McNeil still didn’t accept that she was breaking into the singer’s house. She explained after the court hearings that she believed the allegations were all lies and that she was let into Justin’s property.

McNeil’s statement regarding breaking into the musicians’ property:

“That was all lies. I did not break into Justin’s house. I was let on the property.”

Despite the legal actions the two musicians took against her, McNeil still believed that she was destined to be with them. Perhaps, we might fault her for causing such a problem, or we might recognize the serious mental health issue which lay beneath her expression of ‘love.’

David Bryan: ‘Jon Bon Jovi Wasn’t Singing Great And It Wasn’t His Fault’

David Bryan talked about Jon Bon Jovi’s vocal issues in a recent chat with Don Jamieson and Keith Roth’s ‘Rockstrap’ podcast. Roth asked the keyboardist if Bon Jovi would hit the road again, saying it was an unanswered question in their new documentary. He replied:

“Well, I mean, it’s in the documentary. Everybody learned. You know, Jon’s vocal issues. We had gone out for a little bit, and right after the pandemic, and it was tough. He wasn’t singing great, and it wasn’t his fault, and he went to the doctor, and he figured it out he needed the surgery.”

His words went on:

“So, he got the surgery almost two years ago, and that’s what it shows in the documentary. So, he has a reason why that he wasn’t singing so great. So, they show that and then the progress that he did from that point. Like, it maybe took a year.”

There’s Hope For New Live Performances

Jon’s 2022 surgery aimed to fix a shrunken cord that was dominated by a stronger one and causing problems with his singing. The vocalist needed a long recovery period after the operation but still recorded the band’s latest album, ‘Forever.’ Bryan recalled:

“Then, we started doing band practice, maybe like two days a month, and his progress was, you know, it was rough at the beginning, and he was great and then work itself all the way. So great that we went and recorded the record. So, he could walk in and sing a song great for a couple of hours. But [getting] ready for a two and a half hour tours [is] a different world.”

He was positive about a Bon Jovi tour in the upcoming years:

“So, we’ve been rehearsing. We just rehearsed this last week, and we did three hours a day, singing his ass off. So, you know, he’s mentally there. He’s physically there to sing and working on stamina. And, well, I think next year, the next couple of years we’ll be touring, and he’ll be back. Because he wants to show the world, the Jersey way, ‘Suck it!’”

The Vocalist May Retire

Jon Bon Jovi himself showed eagerness to hit the road with his band and perform live. But the singer also noted that he still needed time to recover. His June interview with The Guardian read:

“It’s a work in progress. There’s no miracle. I just wish there was a f**king light switch. I’m more than capable of singing again. The bar is now: can I do two and a half hours a night, four nights a week? The answer is no.”

He previously shared about his future with Bon Jovi (per the Sunday Times):

“This is the first time I’m saying this. If the singing is not great, if I can’t be the guy I once was… then I’m done. And I’m good with that.”

The band’s last album, ‘Forever,’ came out in June 2024. The documentary, ‘Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story,’ a few months ahead of its release to make up for lack of live shows.