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  • (B) With supporters for both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris angling for pop superstar Taylor Swift’s vote of confidence, analysts assess the potential impact of such a statement: “It could be pivotal”

    (B) With supporters for both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris angling for pop superstar Taylor Swift’s vote of confidence, analysts assess the potential impact of such a statement: “It could be pivotal”

    With supporters for both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris angling for pop superstar Taylor Swift’s vote of confidence, analysts assess the potential impact of such a statement: “It could be pivotal”

    With supporters for both Trump and Harris angling for the pop superstar’s vote of confidence, analysts assess the potential effect of such a statement: “It could be pivotal.”

    Bad blood appears to abound between supporters for Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump heading into November’s tight presidential election. While both sides have enlisted varying degrees of star power at their respective national conventions, there appears to be one figure whose endorsement the two candidates seemingly covet: Taylor Swift.

    Trump took to social media recently to share phony images generated by artificial intelligence suggesting that Swift and her fans support him, with the former president writing, “I accept!” Swift, who previously criticized Trump for “stoking the fires of white supremacy and racism,” has yet to endorse either candidate. But given that the pop superstar has asserted her position as one of the most widely known and popular entertainers on the planet with her record-breaking Eras Tour, it’s clear that her support would be heard.

    As the female vote will be crucial in swaying the election, Swift’s endorsement could be crucial in influencing young female voters and reinforcing the notion that Harris, like [Barack] Obama before her, is presiding over the support of a movement rather than just a demographic in the national votes,” says Mark Wheeler, professor of political communications at London Metropolitan University and author of Celebrity Politics. “Clearly, Swift’s extraordinary popularity could bolster any candidate’s campaign, and her endorsement might indicate a significant shift in the narrative of the campaign.”

    The tangible impact of any celebrity endorsement is difficult to quantify, given the numerous factors that could inform a voter’s choice. But in a close race like this one, experts note that influencing a small number of undecided voters in key battleground states could indeed move the needle, with Oprah Winfrey‘s endorsement of then-presidential candidate Obama in 2007 cited as a pivotal vote of confidence.

    It’s the people in the middle — the undecided — that Swift has the most potential to affect,” says Mark Harvey, associate professor at the University of St. Mary and author of Celebrity Influence. “I think it’s going to be very, very marginal, but it could be pivotal in swing states where there may be a very tight margin.”

    There was a time when it seemed that a political endorsement from Swift would never, ever come to fruition. The star did not endorse Hillary Clinton when she ran against Trump in 2016, and Swift received flak when she did not attend the Women’s March movement in January 2017, instead tweeting her support for it after the fact. (“Who is Taylor Swift voting for?” was a popular search topic ahead of the 2016 election.)

    In October 2018, the singer endorsed two Democratic candidates running for Congress in her home state of Tennessee, and Swift’s support led to a surge in voter registration. Swift tweeted her support for then-nominee Joe Biden in October 2020 and noted that she was a major fan of Harris, his running mate. Both Swift and Beyoncé were the subjects of rampant social media speculation surrounding possible surprise appearances at this week’s Democratic National Convention, but neither attended.

    David J. Jackson, professor of political science at Bowling Green State University and author of Entertainment & Politics, sees Swift’s endorsement value as high, due to her likability, the passion among her fan base and her position as a credible voice to her supporters. He also observes heightened impact coming from celebrities who appear to be more selective in the causes they publicly champion.

    “[For] a celebrity who becomes known for being the political celebrity, each successive endorsement may carry less weight because more people then start to think, ‘That’s just that celebrity who’s always out there shilling for the Democrats or the Republicans,’” Jackson reasons. “Being selective, strategic and careful about your political statements as a celebrity probably magnifies their significance.”

    In a USA Today/Suffolk University national poll from May (back when Biden was the presumptive Democratic candidate), Obama was shown to carry the most weight among public figures (34.6 percent of participants said he would influence their vote), followed closely by Michelle Obama. For prominent entertainers, 15.4 percent of respondents said that Winfrey (a surprise DNC speaker on Wednesday) would have influence over their vote, followed by Charles Barkley at 10.6 percent, Swift at 9.2 percent and Beyoncé — who sang at Obama’s 2013 inauguration and whose song “Freedom” has been a Harris anthem — at 7 percent.

    For analysts, celebrity support that is perceived as more organic or subtle could carry extra value. Harvey praises Charli XCX posting last month that “Kamala IS brat” — referencing the singer’s recent album title — which led Harris’ team to change the campaign’s X (formerly Twitter) account to match the Brat branding. Harvey also cites Swift fans who — regardless of whether the singer makes her own political statement — have created the Swifties for Kamala organization to encourage networking, campaign donations and wearing pro-Harris friendship bracelets, given that the fashion accessory has become a staple at Swift’s shows.

    While the exact power of celebrity support remains debatable, some involved in voter outreach underscore the continued importance of more tried-and-true methods.

    “A little Tay can go a long way, but local organizers are still the best voter mobilizers,” says Zo Tobi of Movement Voter Project, a national progressive funding organization centering on empowering younger voters. “The whole election hinges on a few voters in a few states, and what persuadable voters need most is to hear from people they know, like and trust in their own community.”

  • (B) OMG!! Princess Kate sent her best wishes to Taylor Swift and her tour, and thanked Taylor for the memorable moments the children shared

    (B) OMG!! Princess Kate sent her best wishes to Taylor Swift and her tour, and thanked Taylor for the memorable moments the children shared

    OMG!! Princess Kate sent her best wishes to Taylor Swift and her tour, and thanked Taylor for the memorable moments the children shared

    Buckingham Palace and Kensington Palace are abuzz with excitement as they prepare to welcome American pop superstar Taylor Swift. Swift, who recently kicked off the London leg of her Eras Tour at a sold-out Wembley Stadium, is expected to meet with Kate Middleton during her stay in the UK. Despite being unable to attend the concert due to her ongoing chemotherapy, Princess Kate has sent her best wishes to Swift, expressing gratitude for the memorable moments shared by the children.

    Taylor Swift’s first show in London was a roaring success, attended by numerous celebrities, including British royal Prince William and his children. The presence of the royals at the concert has fueled speculations that Swift may visit the royal palaces during her stay, given her history with them. In 2013, Swift shared the stage with Jon Bon Jovi at Kensington Palace for a charity event, performing “Livin’ On A Prayer.”
    Last year, Swift personally invited Kate and William to attend her concert. However, Princess Kate’s cancer diagnosis prevented her from attending. A royal insider now claims, “Preparations at the Palace indicate that Swift could visit the royals on the invitation of William, as they have continued to be committed fans of the US megastar.”

    To celebrate Swift’s arrival in London, the military band at Buckingham Palace performed a rendition of her 2014 hit “Shake It Off,” marking the significance of the Eras Tour arriving in the UK capital.

    William, who attended Swift’s Friday show with his children, was seen dancing enthusiastically to her hits. Swift later shared a selfie with the future King and his kids after the show, further sparking rumors about her possible visit to Princess Kate, who missed the live concert due to her treatment.

    Swift, who is currently in London, will perform two more gigs in the city on Saturday and Sunday before returning for an additional five performances in August. There is speculation that she might take this opportunity to visit the historic royal buildings with her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, who is also in the UK.

    Princess Kate’s heartfelt message to Taylor Swift underscores the connection between the royal family and the pop superstar, highlighting the joy and memorable experiences Swift’s music has brought to the royal children.

  • BREAKING: Novak Djokovic suddenly changes his schedule

    BREAKING: Novak Djokovic suddenly changes his schedule

    Djokovic’s US Open run ended much earlier than expected

    BREAKING: Novak Djokovic suddenly changes his schedule

    Novak Djokovic’s US Open run ended much earlier than expected. The former world number 1 was defeated by Alexei Popyrin in four sets in the third round on the iconic Arthur Ashe Stadium and will close a Grand Slam-untitled season for the first time since 2017 (when he suffered a serious elbow injury).

    The level of the Serbian champion in the Majors this year was rather low, with only one final reached at the 2024 Wimbledon Championships and lost to Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz. The 37-year-old from Belgrade had previously been defeated by Jannik Sinner in the Australian Open semi-finals and had to retire at the French Open due to a knee injury (before the quarter-finals). Novak Djokovic, US Open 2024Novak Djokovic, US Open 2024© Stream screenshot

    Having failed to defend her title in New York last year, Nole will lose several positions in the ATP ranking at the end of the last Grand Slam of the season. During the press conference, the 24-time Grand Slam champion admitted that he was tired after his amazing feat at the Paris Olympics and had never found the right pace at this US Open.

    Novak has spent a lot of energy to achieve the last great dream of his career, managing to win the gold medal he was missing. The feeling is that next year will be decisive to see if Djokovic can win more Grand Slam titles before retirement. Despite having achieved a great feat at the Paris Olympics, many think that Djokovic started his descent parable at 37.

    Nole has not shone in NY

    Nole had not accustomed his fans to times of similar difficulties. The constant advancing of age, the loss of motivation, some physical ailments too much, have led the Serbian star to live one of the worst seasons of his career, from a physical point of view. For the second time since 2011, Nole will not lift a Slam title for a whole year.

    Novak Djokovic, US Open 2024Novak Djokovic, US Open 2024© Stream screenshot

    The 37-year-old from Belgrade, despite his recent victory at the Olympic Games in Paris, the only joy of his grey year, had a 2024 marked by many difficult moments. The elimination in semifinal at the Australian Open, by our Jannik Sinner, the withdrawal to the quarterfinals at Roland Garros, for a knee problem, the final lost by Carlos Alcaraz at Wimbledon, and finally the debacle of New York, where his path has stopped in the third round.

    To find a similar situation, you have to go back in time to 2017, with a Djokovic conditioned by a serious elbow problem. His year started with one of the most unexpected defeats in his career, against Denis Istomin, in the second round. At the French Open, he was eliminated by Dominic Thiem in the quarterfinals. At Wimbledon he started his ordeal for physical problems, which led him to give up even Flushing Meadows.

    The Serbian legend was empty

    The former world number 1 admitted that he had many problems on court: “It’s clear that right off the court, the bitterness you have in your mouth is bitter. Despite having many more victories than defeats in this tournament and any other, you don’t like to lose. You have to draw the line, of course. If you look at it from a more global perspective, of course, I should be happy. However, right now it’s hard to see that big picture. You’re angry and upset about having lost and about how you played, that’s it. Tomorrow is a new day though, and I will think about what I can do next.”

    Novak Djokovic Novak Djokovic© YouTube screenshot

    Last spring, after six years of victories and triumphs, the team of Novak Djokovic has undergone important changes, starting with the departure of coach Goran Ivanisevic. Another important figure for the Serbian champion who said goodbye to the team was the physical trainer Marco Panichi. The Italian trainer, who currently works with Jerry Shang, gave an interview to Tennis Majors in which he told about his experience with Serbian, successes, joys and difficult times.

    The athletic trainer described his partnership with Nole: “It was an incredible experience, an amazing journey. I learned a lot in those days, how to be more professional and focus on what we had to do. I have learned to be ready to organize plans A, B and C if necessary, with great athletes there are always many things going on, many things happening behind the scenes, so you must always be prepared to change plans at the last minute. But the best thing I take away is the relationship I have with a great person.” Meanwhile, it has been announced that Djokovic will help Serbia in the Davis Cup tie against Greece scheduled on 14th and 15th September in Belgrade.

  • (B) Alabama Barker Shares Sweet Video Tribute to Her Father Travis Barker: ‘My Dad Is My Hero’

    (B) Alabama Barker Shares Sweet Video Tribute to Her Father Travis Barker: ‘My Dad Is My Hero’

    Alabama Barker Shares Sweet Video Tribute to Her Father Travis Barker: ‘My Dad Is My Hero’

    A proud daddy’s girl! Alabama Barker showed what a doting dad she has in father Travis Barker, sharing a sweet video compilation that showed different times he called to say, “I love you.”

    “POV: your dad leaves FaceTime video mail every time you miss his call,” Alabama, 18, wrote over the TikTok video she posted on Monday, September 2.

    Travis, 48, was first shown twirling a drumstick in his hand in the first of three separate snippets as he told Alabama, “I’m going on stage now, I love you,” with a series of kisses.

    “I’m calling you to say goodnight. Mwah. I love you,” Travis told his daughter in another clip.

    “I miss you, baby. I’m just getting ready to go to sleep, just saying I love you,” the Blink-182 drummer said in another sweet snippet, while laying on a pillow in bed.

    While sitting on a plane, Travis looked into the camera and told his daughter, “Baby, I love you so much. Getting ready to take off.” Alabama included other shots of her dad looking sad and forlorn that he couldn’t be there in person to express his feelings.

    “My dad is my hero. I couldn’t ask for a better man to be my father. I cried making this he is my everything. @Travis Barker,” Alabama gushed in the caption. Her dad wrote in the comments, “I love you to the moon and back,” along with a rocket emoji.

    Fans melted over the video. One person wrote, “Bama, he gets the best dad award,” while another added, “My dad used to write notes. This is cute.” “I wanna cry this is so sweet,” a user commented.

    Alabama Barker Shares Sweet Video Tribute to Father Travis
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    Others wished they had a dad like Travis. “Not me crying cause my dad could never,” one fan wrote, while another commented, “The dad I wish I had.” A follower told Alabama, “This is so sweet I’m throwing up in daddy issues,” along with crying emojis.

    Travis shares both Alabama and son Landon with ex-wife Shanna Moakler. He also helped raise her daughter, Atiana De La Hoya, from the former beauty queen’s relationship with boxer Oscar De La Hoya.

    In addition to the sweet private messages the musician sends to his daughter, Travis has also been very public when it comes to showing how much he adores Alabama.

    In a December 23, 2023, post showing photos holding the beauty influencer as a little girl, Travis wrote in the caption, “Happy Birthday my beautiful daughter. I can’t believe my baby is 18 and all grown up. Being your Dad is the biggest joy in the world. May you be surrounded by love and all your favorite things today and forever! I’m so proud of you and I love you so much @alabamaluellabarker.”

    Alabama’s stepmother, Kourtney Kardashian, left a red heart emoji in the comments of the post. The teen proved the love is mutual when the reality star turned 45 on April 18.

    She shared a series of Instagram Stories of the pair together, including on Kourtney and Travis’ May 22, 2022, wedding day.

    Over a snapshot of the ladies getting glam while preparing for the nuptials, Alabama wrote, “I love you! Thank you for everything you’ve done for me and looking out continuously. You are a great role model and also make sure to teach me how to be a great young [woman]. “[You’re] so family-oriented and make sure to always put us first. It never goes unnoticed, thank you for being you. In a selfie of the pair at the wedding, Alabama added, “Happy Birthday KOURT!!!”

  • What went wrong for Novak Djokovic at the US Open?

    What went wrong for Novak Djokovic at the US Open?

    Novak Djokovic fell to Alexei Popyrin in four sets in the third round

    What went wrong for Novak Djokovic at the US Open?

    Novak Djokovic experienced his earliest US Open defeat since 2006, falling to Alexei Popyrin in the third round. The Serb could not defend his title in New York or chase the 25th Major crown. However, he will not feel too much disappointed, claiming the Olympic Games gold medal less than a month ago and fulfilling his dream.

    Finding the motivation just a couple of weeks later and seeking a Major crown proved difficult for the greatest player of all time, embracing a rare season without a notable trophy by his name. The legend took a break following that epic victory over Carlos Alcaraz in the gold medal clash, skipping Montreal and Cincinnati and losing rhythm.

    Novak traveled to New York without matches in his hands and did not look good in his opening two encounters. The defending champion served at 47% and hit ten double faults against Radu Albot in the first round, playing below his best but sealing the deal in straight sets.

    Djokovic faced Laslo Djere in the second round and served below 50% for the second straight time. Alexei Popyrin & Novak Djokovic, US Open 2024© Stream screenshot

    The more experienced Serb overcame a deficit in the second set and moved through when his rival retired early in the third.

    Thus, the four-time champion reached the US Open third round for the 18th time from as many trips to New York. Still, his journey ended against an in-form Alexei Popyrin, with the Aussie toppling the legend 6-4, 6-4, 2-6, 6-4 in three hours and 19 minutes, delivering Djokovic’s earliest US Open loss in 18 years.

    Two rivals embraced their third match at Majors this year, and the Canada Masters champion felt ready to topple the legend. Novak had his chances to prolong the battle, generating 16 break points and converting only four, three in the third set.

    On the other hand, Alexei secured five breaks from 12 chances, taking three points more than world no. 2 and sealing the deal in four sets. They hit a similar number of aces, and the Serb wrecked his chances after 14 double faults, struggling behind the initial shot again and missing his usual pace!

      Novak Djokovic, US Open 2024© Stream screenshot

    Novak Djokovic suffered his earliest US Open loss in 18 years.

    Popyrin took charge and controlled the pace with 50 winners and unforced errors. World no. 2 missed his chances in sets one and four, losing the pivotal points and suffering an early loss, the worst at Majors in seven and a half years.

    Djokovic was off to a good start, serving well in the opening four service games and creating chances that could have sent him in front. The Aussie sprayed a forehand error in the sixth game, playing against five break points!

    The veteran played a loose drop shot on the first, and that miss would cost him dearly. Alexei saved the remaining four with service winners, producing a crucial hold and remaining on the positive side. The younger player held after a deuce in the eighth game and stepped in on the return in the next one.

    Popyrin fired a forehand winner at 4-4, generating three break chances and drawing the rival’s error on the first for the first advantage. The Canada Masters champion served for the opener at 5-4 and created three set points with a smash winner.

      Alexei Popyrin, US Open 2024© Stream screenshot

    The Aussie fired a service winner on the first, rattling off ten points and wrapping up the opener 6-4 in 45 minutes. Alexei served well in the second set, keeping the pressure on Novak.

    The defending champion held after deuces in the first game before experiencing more issues at 2-2. The lower-ranked player generated three break points with a fine lob and grabbed the third after the rival’s mistake, moving 3-2 in front and gaining confidence.

    The 28th seed held in the next one with a forehand winner and brought the eighth game home after a deuce with a service winner for a 5-3 lead. Popyrin served for the set at 5-4 and landed a serve & volley combo, holding and building two sets to love advantage after an hour and a half.

    The Serb shifted into a higher gear in the third set, providing three breaks and kicking off his comeback. Djokovic broke in the second game and held after a deuce for 3-0, boosting his chances. Novak Djokovic, US Open 2024© Stream screenshot

    Alexei pulled the break back in the fifth game after Novak’s loose backhand, returning to the positive side and closer to the finish line.

    The Serb made another push on the return in game six, overcoming a 40-15 deficit and passing his rival at the net for a break and a 4-2 lead. The veteran fired a service winner in the seventh game and completed the set with another break at 5-2, reducing the overall deficit after two hours and 12 minutes.

    The 28th seed saved two break points in the second game of the fourth set and created four break opportunities at 2-2. Djokovic denied three before Popyrin cracked a forehand winner on the fourth, opening a 3-2 advantage and roaring in joy.

    World no. 2 responded with a smash winner in the sixth game, generating two break chances and hoping to erase the deficit. Novak Djokovic, US Open 2024© Stream screenshot
    The Aussie denied them with winners and held with an ace for a 4-2 lead.

    Novak experienced another blow in the seventh game, missing game points and placing a forehand long to suffer a break and fall 5-2 behind. The Serb created four break points in the eighth game while his rival served for the win, converting the last with a forehand winner and extending the duel.

    The defending champion held after a deuce in the ninth game and wished for another break at 4-5. However, Popyrin held at love after the rival’s forehand error, moving over the top and celebrating his career-best victory.

     

  • (B) Meghan Markle Shares Adorable cute Photos of her 2 years daughter Lilibet which got everyone talking

    (B) Meghan Markle Shares Adorable cute Photos of her 2 years daughter Lilibet which got everyone talking

    Meghan Markle Shares Adorable cute Photos of her 2 years daughter Lilibet which got everyone talking

    Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, today shared the first glimpse of their daughter Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor .

    The image, a family portrait, shows the couple with their two children – Ms Lilibet and son Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor. Meghan Markle is holding six-month-old Lilibet in the picture.

    “This year, 2021, we welcomed our daughter, Lilibet, to the world. Archie made us a ‘Mama’ and a ‘Papa,’ and Lili made us a family,” the couple said in their card.

    Meghan Markle, 40, and Prince Harry, 37 now live in California after stepping down from frontline royal duties last year.

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    Last year, the couple cut financial ties with the royal family. They signed a string of lucrative deals, including with the streaming giant Netflix, and Apple TV+

    Earlier this year, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry made the waves as they accused an unnamed senior member of the royal family of racism, during an interview with Oprah Winfrey.

  • Harry and Meghan’s four-day tour of Colombia cost the country £45,000, official figures reveal – as senator blasts tour’s ‘wasteful spending’

    Harry and Meghan’s four-day tour of Colombia cost the country £45,000, official figures reveal – as senator blasts tour’s ‘wasteful spending’

    Harry and Meghan’s four-day tour of Colombia cost the country £45,000, official figures reveal – as senator blasts tour’s ‘wasteful spending’

    Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s four-day tour of Colombia cost the country nearly £45,000, according to official figures from the vice-president who invited them.

    The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s visit cost a total of Col$244,245,305 (£44,725.14), which included expenditure on security and internal transport throughout the trip.

    The figure was released by Colombia’s vice-president Francia Marquez, who organised the trip, following a request by Senator Maria Fernanda Cabal.

    Ms Cabal, who is her political opponent, previously branded the quasi-royal tour between August 15 and 18 as ‘showmanship’ and ‘wasteful spending’.

    But the vice-president’s office also revealed that Harry and Meghan paid for their own flights and accommodation in Bogota as well as general expenses.

    Prince Harry and Meghan Markle arrive at San Basilio de Palenque in Colombia on August 17

    Prince Harry and Meghan Markle arrive at San Basilio de Palenque in Colombia on August 17

    The Duke and Duchess of Sussex with students of the La Giralda School in Bogota on August 16

    The Duke and Duchess of Sussex with students of the La Giralda School in Bogota on August 16

    The total cost covered an eight-day period between August 12 and 19 because it also included advance visits from security and logistics staff, reported the Telegraph.

    Among the amounts cited was a £7,500 security cost for engagements held in San Basilio de Palenque, which was established as the first free African town in the Americas in 1619.

    Another total given was £4,500 for security in Cali, where Meghan and Harry posed for photos and enjoyed live entertainment from a youth organisation.

    But Ms Marquez also confirmed there were no payments made by the country for air travel, accommodation or fees to the Sussexes, according to Colombian publication Semana.

    The Sussexes were however given a full security detail throughout their visit alongside Ms Marquez, who said she was inspired to ask Harry and Meghan to come after being moved by their Netflix documentary.

    The Sussexes with Colombia¿s vice-president Francia Marquez at a theatre in Cali on August 18

    The Sussexes with Colombia’s vice-president Francia Marquez at a theatre in Cali on August 18

    Ms Marquez also described the Sussexes’ trip as a ‘very special visit’ aimed at building bridges and joining forces against cyber-bullying and online digital violence and discrimination, as well as promoting women’s leadership in Colombia.

    Ms Marquez, a lawyer and human rights and environmental activist, is Colombia’s first black vice-president and serves in the country’s first left-wing government, led by president Gustavo Petro.

    During their trip, Harry and Meghan visited a local school and joined a summit in collaboration with their Archewell Foundation about creating a healthier digital landscape.

    The Sussexes also took part in a forum paying tribute to the contributions of Afro-Colombian women, leaders and entrepreneurs.

    And Harry joined in a game of volleyball on a visit to Colombian Invictus Games athletes in Bogota.

    Prince Harry and Meghan play the drums at La Boquilla drum school in Cartagena on August 17

    Prince Harry and Meghan play the drums at La Boquilla drum school in Cartagena on August 17

    Ensuring the couple’s security was a high priority during their stay. The Foreign Office warns against all but essential travel to certain parts of Colombia, with kidnapping rates remaining high.

    It also describes the country as ‘seriously afflicted by conflict’ with a resurgence in violence in parts of Colombia despite the peace agreement with the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) movement to end the civil war.

    The Duke has meanwhile maintained it is ‘still dangerous’ for Meghan to return to the UK.

    Harry lost a High Court challenge against the Home Office in February over a decision to change the level of his personal security when he visits the UK, but he has been given the green light to appeal.

    During the case, the court was told Harry believes his children cannot ‘feel at home’ in the UK if it is ‘not possible to keep them safe’ there and that he faces a greater risk than his late mother, with ‘additional layers of racism and extremism’.

    Francia Marquez with the Sussexes at the National Centre for the Arts in Bogota on August 15

    Francia Marquez with the Sussexes at the National Centre for the Arts in Bogota on August 15

    Harry and Meghan stepped down from the working monarchy in 2020 and no longer travel at the request of the UK Government on official overseas royal visits, when travel costs would have usually been met by the taxpayer-funded Sovereign Grant.

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    The quasi-royal tour, which has many similarities to the programme of an official royal overseas visit, was the Sussexes’ second this year, after their three-day visit to Nigeria in May at the invitation of the West African nation’s chief of defence staff.

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  • Travis Kelce’s team call in lawyers over leaked ‘contract’ that claimed to reveal the exact date his relationship with Taylor Swift would end: Fake PR ‘strategy document’ spread online gave illusion their year-long love story was a sham

    Travis Kelce’s team call in lawyers over leaked ‘contract’ that claimed to reveal the exact date his relationship with Taylor Swift would end: Fake PR ‘strategy document’ spread online gave illusion their year-long love story was a sham

    Travis Kelce’s team call in lawyers over leaked ‘contract’ that claimed to reveal the exact date his relationship with Taylor Swift would end: Fake PR ‘strategy document’ spread online gave illusion their year-long love story was a sham

    In fact, it’s a love story that could actually be a Hollywood movie – the pop star and the sports man who fell in love as the world watched.

    But tonight Mr Kelce’s representatives were forced to deny that they have plans to split later this month after a document written on the headed paper of his US PR company was spread online.

    The paperwork which appears to have been created by Los Angeles-based firm Full Scope, reveals a strategy to make their split, and says the date for an announcement is September 28.

    It also outlines a supposed plan to release an official statement at the end of this month – three days ‘post-break up’ to ‘allow the initial media frenzy to settle and ensure clarity’.

    It adds that the announcement will be ‘gracious, respectful and stress mutual respect.

    Laying out what the statement would say, they write: ‘Example: Travis and Taylor have decided to part ways after careful consideration. They both value and respect each other’s personal lives and appreciate your respect for privacy during this time.

    Travis and Taylor's Love Story remains to be a hot button topic nearly a year after it started

    Travis and Taylor’s Love Story remains to be a hot button topic nearly a year after it started

    The front page of the alleged Full Scope 'contract'

    The alleged ‘contract’ which reads: Comprehensive Media Plan for Travis Kelce’s Public Relations. Following Breakup With Taylor Swift

    Inside the alleged 'contract' which says an 'Announcement date: Release official statement on September 28th 2024'

    Inside the alleged ‘contract’ which says an ‘Announcement date: Release official statement on September 28th 2024’

    Travis Kelce stunned the crowd at Wembley back in June by appearing on stage with his girlfriend Taylor Swift during one of her shows

    Travis Kelce stunned the crowd at Wembley back in June by appearing on stage with his girlfriend Taylor Swift during one of her shows

    Travis pictured with Taylor after the Kansas City Chiefs won a 17-10 victory against the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC Championship Game on January 28

    Travis pictured with Taylor after the Kansas City Chiefs won a 17-10 victory against the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC Championship Game on January 28

    ‘They are both committed to their careers and personal growth. They remain friends and wish each other the best.’

    The paperwork also states that the announcement would focus on Mr Kelce’s ‘personal growth’ by framing the breakup as a ‘natural part of life.’ It also will highlight his commitment to his career and his ongoing achievements in the sports industry.’

    They also plan to send it to major media outlets with a press release to ensure ‘broad coverage.’

    However, tonight a spokesman for Full Scope insisted that they were ‘entirely false and fabricated and were not created, issued or authorised by this agency’.

    The representative also said they have called in lawyers – though they are not expected to find the culprit.

    ‘We have engaged our legal team to initiate proceedings against the individuals or entities responsible for the unlawful and injurious forgery of documents,’ they said.

    Not all fans believe the statement – which was first shared on Reddit.

    One follower of the social media platform pointed out that it ‘reads like a high school assignment’ while another said it appeared to look like it had been created by ‘chat gtp.’

    Meanwhile, a spokeswoman for Ms Swift didn’t respond when asked if she wanted to comment on the split.

    Mr Kelce is represented at the US firm by Jack Ketosyan and Pia Malihi.

    Mr Ketsoyan has admitted to putting together ‘showmances’ — where celebrities are set up for publicity — before.

    Featuring in an Australian podcast for Mamamia’s The Quicky in 2019, Mr Ketsoyan said the fake romances are generally put together if one has a film or something to promote or to distract from unappealing publicity like a project flop.

    He said at the time: ‘It’s to be able to sell the hype of it – whether a concert, album… or getting people to go to see the movie, it all about the hype at the moment.’

    Travis and Taylor pictured after having dinner at the Waverly Inn in New York on October 15, 2023

     

    Travis and Taylor pictured after having dinner at the Waverly Inn in New York on October 15, 2023

    Taylor Swift and Tom Hiddleston (pictured) were accused of being in a 'showmance' to avert attention away from her breakup with Calvin Harris back in 2016

    Taylor Swift and Tom Hiddleston (pictured) were accused of being in a ‘showmance’ to avert attention away from her breakup with Calvin Harris back in 2016

    Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce pictured at Neon Carnival during the Coachella Music and Arts Festival on April 13 this year

    Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce pictured at Neon Carnival during the Coachella Music and Arts Festival on April 13 this year

    Fans hold large pictures of Travis and Taylor at an NFL game between the Cincinnati Bengals and Kansas City Chiefs on Dec 31 2023

     

    Fans hold large pictures of Travis and Taylor at an NFL game between the Cincinnati Bengals and Kansas City Chiefs on Dec 31 2023

    Chariah Gordon, fiancé of Mecole Harman JR - a teammate of Kelce - posted this image of the couple sharing a kiss at a Christmas party

    Chariah Gordon, fiancé of Mecole Harman JR – a teammate of Kelce – posted this image of the couple sharing a kiss at a Christmas party

    He went on to say the ‘main clue’ would be if a high-profile male went on to date a not-so-high-profile female and they became the most talked about person overnight.

    Taylor Swift and Tom Hiddleston were accused of being in a ‘showmance’ to avert attention away from her breakup with Calvin Harris back in 2016.

    They dated briefly, for around three months, before calling it quits in September 2016.

    After months of speculation, the pair went ‘public’ with their romance on September 24 last year when Ms Swift, 24, took Mr Kelce’s invitation to watch him play for the Kansas City Chiefs.

    The Love Story star was photographed in the stands with his mother and sources revealed later that it was her first time meeting his family, and it ‘went well.’

    Afterwards, the pair were filmed leaving the game, marking the first video of them together.

    Travis Kelce continued his tour of Europe by flying to Amsterdam to watch Taylor Swift

    Fans went wild when they saw Kelce emerge from behind the stage to escort Swift back to her dressing room after her show

    Kelce continued his tour of Europe by flying to Amsterdam to watch his girlfriend Taylor Swift

    Travis shares a kiss with Taylor in the DJ Booth at XS Nightclub as the Kansas City Chiefs celebrated their Super Bowl win

     

    Travis shares a kiss with Taylor in the DJ Booth at XS Nightclub as the Kansas City Chiefs celebrated their Super Bowl win

    Travis and Taylor arriving at an SNL afterparty on October 15 2023

     

    Travis and Taylor arriving at an SNL afterparty on October 15 2023

    Taylor developed a close friendship with Brittany Mahomes after she began dating her husband's teammate Travis Kelce

    Taylor developed a close friendship with Brittany Mahomes after she began dating her husband’s teammate Travis Kelce

    The NFL player became a regular fixture at his girlfriend's European concerts over the summer, and was seen hugging the pop star at the end of her show in Germany in July - his last before reporting back to training camp in Kansas City

    The NFL player became a regular fixture at his girlfriend’s European concerts over the summer, and was seen hugging the pop star at the end of her show in Germany in July – his last before reporting back to training camp in Kansas City

    The 14-time Grammy winner, who has worn Kelce's jersey number countless times since going public with their relationship, sported a pair of gold heart-shaped 'T' earrings to her show on August 15

     

    The 14-time Grammy winner, who has worn Kelce’s jersey number countless times since going public with their relationship, sported a pair of gold heart-shaped ‘T’ earrings to her show on August 15

    Ms Swift cheered Mr Kelce on once again at another game – this time in New York. They went on to enjoy a number of dates in the US city and Ms Swift soon got to know Mr Kelce’s team mates.

    She was also there to watch her boyfriend win the Superbowl in February where she was seen drinking beer.

    Since then they have jetted across the world to see one another, with Mr Kelce flying to London to watch her perform her tour at Wembley in July.

    And earlier this week it emerged that Ms Swift was at the centre of the NFL’s promotional video for the forthcoming season.

    Taylor Swift’s romance with Kansas City Chiefs football player Travis Kelce has taken the world by storm.

    The Karma singer, 34, and the athlete, 34, first sparked dating rumors in September 2023, after Swift attended a number of his games.

    The pair went public with their relationship in October 2023, when they stepped out holding hands at a Saturday Night Live afterparty.

    They cemented their love in January with an amorous display after the Chiefs secured their place at the Super Bowl, with Kelce heard saying ‘I love you’ to his pop star girlfriend for the first time.

    As the power couple’s romance has sparked rumors of a possible future engagement – Dailymail.com looks back at their whirlwind relationship.

    Taylor Swift's romance with Kansas City Chiefs football player Travis Kelce has taken the world by storm; The pair seen January 28

    Taylor Swift’s romance with Kansas City Chiefs football player Travis Kelce has taken the world by storm; The pair seen January 28

    JULY 8, 2023: TRAVIS KELCE ATTENDS TAYLOR SWIFT’S ERAS TOUR 

    Whispers of a possible romance first began circling the couple in July, when eagle-eyed fans spotted Kelce attending Swift’s Eras Tour at Arrowhead Stadium.

    Arrowhead is where he plays football for the Kansas City Chiefs.

    He was pictured watching the concert from a private box, and even trading friendship bracelets with fans at the venue.

    They first sparked romance rumors in July, when fans spotted Kelce attending Swift’s Eras Tour at Arrowhead Stadium; Seen performing at Arrowhead in July

     

    They first sparked romance rumors in July, when fans spotted Kelce attending Swift’s Eras Tour at Arrowhead Stadium; Seen performing at Arrowhead in July

    The NFL heartthrob revealed how he tried – and failed – to make a move on Swift at her concert.

    He said he had his phone number inscribed on a bracelet, which he planned to present to the pop star.

    However when he attended one of Taylor’s concerts in Kansas City, he was unsuccessful in his attempts to meet her backstage.

    ‘So she doesn’t meet anybody and she doesn’t – or at least she didn’t want to meet me, so I took it personal,’ he quipped on his podcast New Heights to his brother Jason Kelce.

    He said he was ‘disappointed that she doesn’t talk before or after her shows because she has to save her voice for the 44 songs that she sings, so I was a little butthurt I didn’t get to hand her one of the bracelets I’ve made for her.’

    ‘If you’re up on Taylor Swift concerts, there are friendship bracelets, and I received a bunch of them being there, but I wanted to give Taylor Swift one with my number on it.’

    Although he was unable to meet with Taylor face-to-face, he had nothing but warm words for her performance, which he hailed as ‘an unbelievable show.’

    On his podcast Kelce shared he had his phone number inscribed on a bracelet, which he planned to present to Swift, but wasn't able to meet her backstage; Seen in 2022

    On his podcast Kelce shared he had his phone number inscribed on a bracelet, which he planned to present to Swift, but wasn’t able to meet her backstage; Seen in 2022

    SEPTEMBER 14, 2023: TRAVIS’ BROTHER JASON KELCE SPEAKS ABOUT RUMORS THAT TRAVIS AND TAYLOR ARE DATING 

    In September, Travis’ brother Jason addressed the rumors about the pair dating.

    ‘I’ve seen these rumors. I cannot comment,’ Jason quipped while speaking with Prime’s Thursday Night Football panel.

    ‘Ever since Catching Kelce everybody’s been infatuated with Travis’ love life,’ he added, referring to his brother’s former reality dating show.

    ‘I don’t really know what’s going on there, but I know Travis is having fun and we’ll see what happens with whoever he ends up with.’

    In September, Travis' brother Jason addressed the rumors about the pair dating. 'I've seen these rumors. I cannot comment,' Jason quipped; They are seen in 2023

    In September, Travis’ brother Jason addressed the rumors about the pair dating. ‘I’ve seen these rumors. I cannot comment,’ Jason quipped; They are seen in 2023

    SEPTEMBER 19, 2023: TRAVIS REVEALS HIS BIGGEST TURNOFFS AMID TAYLOR DATING RUMORS 

    While appearing on Kristin Cavallari’s Let’s Be Honest podcast in September, Kelce revealed his biggest turnoffs amid reports he was dating Taylor.

    The two-time Super Bowl winner said ‘high maintenance’ would have him running for a getaway car.

    ‘High maintenance, I’m out the door,’ he said. ‘If you’re arrogant, snooty or just higher or above people, that’s the biggest turn-off for me.’

    Kelce added that he would be enchanted by ‘some sort of sweetness’ in a partner, explaining that his mom, Donna, is ‘kind-hearted.’

    The eight-time pro bowler added that he’s a guarded fortress when entering into a relationship.

    He said that he would look to take things slow, explaining: ‘To really dive into a relationship with somebody I feel like it’s going to take at least, I don’t know, it’s going to take some time.’

    ‘It’s not going to be immediate because, the stuff I’ve been through, just in my past, I feel like you really gotta know somebody to take that step and really be committed and be in full-throttle. I can’t just meet somebody and just automatically think that forever is just a day away… I think it takes quite a bit of time for somebody to really get to know somebody and really get to find that affection and love for them.’

    Kelce (top) revealed his biggest turnoffs on Kristin Cavallari's (bottom) Let's Be Honest podcast amid Taylor dating rumors

    Kelce (top) revealed his biggest turnoffs on Kristin Cavallari’s (bottom) Let’s Be Honest podcast amid Taylor dating rumors

    SEPTEMBER 20, 2023: TRAVIS’ BROTHER JASON JOKES THE DATING RUMORS ARE ‘100 PERCENT TRUE’

    While appearing on DeCamara & Ritchie on Audacy’s SportsRadio 94 WIP, Kelce’s brother Jason discussed the dating rumors once again.

    This time he said they were ‘100% true.’

    However, right afterwards he added he was ‘joking.’

    ‘It’s hard to answer because I don’t really know a lot about Travis’ love life. I try to keep his business kind of his business, stay out of that world,’ he explained.

    He continued: ‘Having said that, man, I think they’re doing great and I think it’s all 100% true, and I hope this thing goes a mile — no, I’m joking, I don’t know what’s happening.’

    SEPTEMBER 21, 2023: TRAVIS BREAKS HIS SILENCE ON TAYLOR RUMORS AND REVEALS HE HAS INVITED HER TO WATCH HIM PLAY AN NFL GAME

    After his brother’s interview, Kelce set the record straight on The Pat McAfee Show, revealing that he has invited the pop superstar to watch him play a game for the Kansas City Chiefs.

    ‘I threw it out there, I threw the ball in her court. I said, “I’ve seen you rock the stage in Arrowhead, you might have to come see me rock the stage in Arrowhead, and see which one’s a little more lit.”

    ‘We’ll see what happens in the near future.’

    SEPTEMBER 24, 2023: TAYLOR ATTENDS KELCE’S KANSAS CITY CHIEFS GAME FOR THE FIRST TIME

    Swift surprised fans when she showed up at Kelce’s game on September 24.

    She was seen watching the game from Kelce’s suite alongside his mother Donna as they faced off against the Chicago Bears.

    After the game, the two were seen walking out together, with Swift rocking Kansas City Chiefs gear, before leaving in his vintage convertible.

    Swift surprised fans when she showed up at Kelce's game on September 24 (pictured). She was seen watching the game from a suite alongside his mother Donna

    Swift surprised fans when she showed up at Kelce’s game on September 24 (pictured). She was seen watching the game from a suite alongside his mother Donna

    After the game, the two were seen walking out together, with Swift rocking Kansas City Chiefs gear, before leaving in his vintage convertible

    After the game, the two were seen walking out together, with Swift rocking Kansas City Chiefs gear, before leaving in his vintage convertible

    SEPTEMBER 27, 2023: TRAVIS SAYS TAYLOR ‘LOOKED AMAZING’ AT CHIEFS GAME AND HAILS ‘BALLSY’ SUPERSTAR FOR STICKING TO HER WORD AND TURNING UP 

    Travis heaped praise on ‘ballsy’ Taylor for sticking to her word and turning up at his Chiefs game – and said she ‘looked amazing’ in his suite.

    Speaking alongside his brother Jason on their popular New Heights podcast, Travis said: ‘Shout out to Taylor for pulling up. That was pretty ballsy.

    ‘I just thought it was awesome how everyone in the suite had nothing but great things to say about her. The friends and family. She looked amazing, everybody was talking about her in a great light.’

    ‘To see the slow motion chest bumps, to see the high fives with mom, to see how the Chiefs kingdom was all excited she was there, that s*** was absolutely hysterical, it was definitely a game I’ll remember, that’s for damn sure,’ Travis added. ‘And then we just slid off in the getaway car in the end…’

    ‘Shout out to Taylor for coming through and seeing me rock the stage.’

    Travis heaped praise on 'ballsy' Taylor for sticking to her word and turning up at his Chiefs game - and said she 'looked amazing' in his suite

    Travis heaped praise on ‘ballsy’ Taylor for sticking to her word and turning up at his Chiefs game – and said she ‘looked amazing’ in his suite

    OCTOBER 1, 2023: TAYLOR ATTENDS TRAVIS’ GAME FOR A SECOND TIME AND BRINGS FAMOUS FRIENDS 

    Swift was spotted at MetLife Stadium as she cheered the Kansas City Chiefs for a second time, as they faced off against the New York Jets in New Jersey.

    The Bad Blood hitmaker brought along her A-list entourage to help support her new beau, including Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds and Sophie Turner.

    Swift was spotted at MetLife Stadium as she cheered the Kansas City Chiefs for a second time. She brought along her A-list entourage to help support her new beau, including Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds and Sophie Turner

    Swift was spotted at MetLife Stadium as she cheered the Kansas City Chiefs for a second time. She brought along her A-list entourage to help support her new beau, including Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds and Sophie Turner

    OCTOBER 4, 2023: TRAVIS DISCUSSES NFL’S MEDIA COVERAGE OF HIS RELATIONSHIP WITH TAYLOR 

    Travis discussed the NFL’s coverage of their romance on his New Heights podcast.

    ‘Let’s get to it, is the NFL overdoing it?’ His brother asked.

    ‘I think it’s fun when they show who was at the game. I think it brings a little bit more to the atmosphere, brings a little bit more to what you’re watching. But at the same time I think…’

    ‘They’re overdoing it,’ Jason finished the sentence for him.

    ‘They’re overdoing it a little bit for sure, especially my situation. [But] I think they’re just trying to have fun with it,’ Travis concluded.

    OCTOBER 6, 2023: KELCE’S MOM, DONNA, TALKS ABOUT HANGING OUT WITH TAYLOR 

    In the wake of her son’s much-publicized romance with the pop superstar, Donna shared about her time spent with the Love Story star in private box seats.

    During an appearance on the Got It From My Momma podcast, she said, ‘I feel like I’m in an alternate universe, because it’s something I’ve never been involved with before.’

    ‘I thought it would be over at that point, but it seems to just continue, and every week just seems to trump the week before,’ she said on the podcast, before adding, ‘So it’s really kind of wild, a wild ride.’

    Donna also confessed that she finds it ‘petty cool’ that some of Swift young female fans are now taking an interest in NFL football now that their hero, Swift, has taken to the game of late.

    In the wake of her son's much-publicized romance with the pop superstar, Donna said it felt like a 'wild ride' to be at the games with Taylor

    In the wake of her son’s much-publicized romance with the pop superstar, Donna said it felt like a ‘wild ride’ to be at the games with Taylor

    OCTOBER 6, 2023: TRAVIS SAYS HE’S ‘ON TOP OF THE WORLD’ AMID TAYLOR ROMANCE 

    Kelce said his new romance with Taylor left him feeling happier than when he won the Super Bowl.

    ‘As all the attention comes, it feels like, you know – I was on top of the world after the Super Bowl and right now even more on top of the world now,’ he said.

    ‘You have got a lot of people that care about Taylor, for good reason. Got to keep living and learning and enjoying the moments.

    ‘We’re learning with the paparazzi taking photos all over the place but it comes with it.’

    OCTOBER 12, 2023: TAYLOR ATTENDS KANSAS CITY CHIEFS GAME AFTER HER ERAS TOUR FILM PREMIERE

    One day after attending her Eras Tour film premiere in Los Angeles, Swift flew out to Kansas City to watch Kelce play at Arrowhead Stadium once again.

    The superstar was pictured with Brittany Mahomes and both of Kelce’s parents.

    One day after attending her Eras Tour film premiere in Los Angeles, Swift flew out to Kansas City to watch Kelce play at Arrowhead Stadium once again. The superstar was pictured with Brittany Mahomes (L) and both of Kelce's parents

    One day after attending her Eras Tour film premiere in Los Angeles, Swift flew out to Kansas City to watch Kelce play at Arrowhead Stadium once again. The superstar was pictured with Brittany Mahomes (L) and both of Kelce’s parents

    OCTOBER 14, 2023: TAYLOR AND TRAVIS HOLD HANDS IN NEW YORK CITY AFTER SURPRISE SNL APPEARANCE

    On October 14th both Taylor and Travis made surprise appearances on Saturday Night Live.

    Swift introduced Ice Spice as the musical guest, while Kelce appeared in a skit about the NFL and their never-ending Taylor Swift coverage.

    After the show they were spotted holding hands while attending an SNL afterparty at Catch Steak.

    ‘Taylor and Travis were there all night and they were so smiley, they were so happy,’ a source told People at the time.

    ‘They were always connected throughout the night. They were super comfortable with each other. They were very cuddly; they weren’t awkward. She was really comfortable with him, and he was a total gentleman.’

    Taylor and Travis were seen hold hands in New York City after their surprise appearance on Saturday Night Live

    Taylor and Travis were seen hold hands in New York City after their surprise appearance on Saturday Night Live

    OCTOBER 15, 2023: TAYLOR AND TRAVIS ENJOY ANOTHER DATE NIGHT IN NEW YORK 

    The next day they stepped out in New York again.

    The pair had dinner at the Waverly Inn restaurant, and were seen holding hands as they left.

    The next day they stepped out in New York again. The pair had dinner at the Waverly Inn restaurant, and were seen holding hands as they left

    The next day they stepped out in New York again. The pair had dinner at the Waverly Inn restaurant, and were seen holding hands as they left

    OCTOBER 22, 2023: TAYLOR ATTENDS HER FOURTH GAME AND WEARS BRACELET WITH KELCE’S NUMBER

    Taylor was spotted at her fourth Kansas City Chiefs game in October.

    The Karma singer wore a vintage 1990 red Chiefs sweatshirt from Ellie Mae Vintage and a short, black, pleated skirt with a brand-new accessory.

    She ditched her usual 13 friendship bracelet for one with Kelce’s jersey number of 87 on it.

    The number beads were surrounded on both sides by beads with hearts on them while the rest of the beads on the bracelet were gold.

    Taylor was spotted at her fourth Kansas City Chiefs game in October. The Karma singer wore a vintage 1990 red Chiefs sweatshirt from Ellie Mae Vintage and a short, black, pleated skirt with a brand-new accessory

    Taylor was spotted at her fourth Kansas City Chiefs game in October. The Karma singer wore a vintage 1990 red Chiefs sweatshirt from Ellie Mae Vintage and a short, black, pleated skirt with a brand-new accessory

    She ditched her usual 13 friendship bracelet for one with Kelce's jersey number of 87 on it

    She ditched her usual 13 friendship bracelet for one with Kelce’s jersey number of 87 on it

    OCTOBER 23, 2023: TAYLOR KISSES TRAVIS IN ADORABLE INSTAGRAM PHOTO

    After the game Swift and Kelce hung out with his teammate Mecole Hardman Jr. and his girlfriend Chariah Gordon.

    Gordon shared a number of photos with the group to Instagram, including one of Swift sweetly kissing Kelce on the cheek.

    Kelce's teammate Mecole Hardman Jr.'s girlfriend Chariah Gordon shared a number of photos in October, including one of Swift sweetly kissing Kelce on the cheek

    Kelce’s teammate Mecole Hardman Jr.’s girlfriend Chariah Gordon shared a number of photos in October, including one of Swift sweetly kissing Kelce on the cheek

    NOVEMBER 11, 2023: TRAVIS SUPPORTS TAYLOR AT HER ERAS TOUR IN ARGENTINA

    Kelce supported his girlfriend at her Eras Tour stop in Argentina.

    He was pictured with his dad Ed Kelce dancing and singing along in the VIP section.

    Swift sweetly changed the lyrics of her song ‘Karma’ to mention her beau, as she sang, ‘Karma is the guy on the Chiefs coming straight home to me.’

    After the show, she was seen running into Kelce’s arms backstage and giving him a kiss.

    Kelce sent Taylor fans wild after appearing with her dad Scott (right) in a VIP tent at her Eras tour in Argentina at Estadio River Plate

    Kelce sent Taylor fans wild after appearing with her dad Scott (right) in a VIP tent at her Eras tour in Argentina at Estadio River Plate

    DECEMBER 3, 2023: THE SINGER CHEERS KELCE ON AT PACKERS-CHIEFS GAME 

    The Bad Blood hitmaker attended Kansas City Chiefs’ game against Green Bay Packers in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

    Swift stunned in bright red coat as she sat next to Patrick Mahome’s wife.

    DECEMBER 6, 2023: TAYLOR TALKS ABOUT HER ROMANCE WITH TRAVIS FOR THE FIRST TIME 

    Taylor opened up about her relationship with Travis, revealing the power couple began their love story long before she made headlines by attending his games.

    ‘This all started when Travis very adorably put me on blast on his podcast, which I thought was metal as hell,’ she told TIME magazine, after being named Time Magazine’s ‘Person of the Year’.

    ‘We started hanging out right after that. So we actually had a significant amount of time that no one knew, which I’m grateful for, because we got to get to know each other. By the time I went to that first game, we were a couple. I think some people think that they saw our first date at that game? We would never be psychotic enough to hard launch a first date.’

    ‘When you say a relationship is public, that means I’m going to see him do what he loves, we’re showing up for each other, other people are there and we don’t care,’ she added.

    ‘The opposite of that is you have to go to an extreme amount of effort to make sure no one knows that you’re seeing someone. And we’re just proud of each other.’

    DECEMBER 10, 2023: TAYLOR SUPPORTS TRAVIS AT GAME AND WEARS VINTAGE CHIEFS SWEATSHIRT 

    Swift showed up to support Kelce as the Kansas City Chiefs took on the Buffalo Bills.

    She wore a vintage red-and-black Chiefs sweatshirt from the ’90s from local Kansas City retailer Westside Storey.

    DECEMBER 13, 2023: TAYLOR ENJOYS PDA-FILLED PRE-BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION WITH TRAVIS 

    Kelce ensured his girlfriend’s final days as a 33-year-old would be unforgettable as they partied up a storm until 2.a.m. at a holiday bar in Kansas City.

    Despite losing his game against the Buffalo Bills just hours ahead of the pop star’s pre-birthday celebration, he did not let his disappointment stop him from showering Swift with love in front of his mom, Donna, teammates and mutual friends.

    As they enjoyed Christmas cocktails under hanging twinkly lights, the couple did not shy away from being publicly affectionate as they mingled with love ones.

    His mother was reportedly the first to leave the holiday pop-up bar, around 10:45 p.m., while Swift’s new best friend Brittany Mahomes and her husband, Patrick, left at 1 a.m. in a party bus, according to TMZ.

    Kelce ensured his girlfriend's final days as a 33-year-old would be unforgettable as they partied up a storm until 2.a.m. at a holiday bar in Kansas City

    Kelce ensured his girlfriend’s final days as a 33-year-old would be unforgettable as they partied up a storm until 2.a.m. at a holiday bar in Kansas City

    DECEMBER 17, 2023: TAYLOR WEARS HAT WITH KELCE’S NUMBER ON IT AT GAME

    Swift continued to show support to Travis as the Kansas City Chiefs faced off against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium.

    She wore a gray Chiefs sweatshirt and a crochet beanie featuring Kelce’s jersey number, 87.

    DECEMBER 25, 2023: TAYLOR AND HER FAMILY SPEND CHRISTMAS WITH TRAVIS

    Swift brought her family to cheer for Travis on Christmas day.

    Her mom, dad and brother watched as the Kansas City Chiefs took on the Las Vegas Raiders at Arrowhead Stadium.

    After the game, the couple was seen leaving the stadium hand-in-hand.

    Swift brought her family to cheer for Travis on Christmas day

    Swift brought her family to cheer for Travis on Christmas day

    DECEMBER 31, 2023: TRAVIS AND TAYLOR SPEND NEW YEAR’S EVE TOGETHER IN KANSAS CITY 

    Travis and Taylor shared a passionate kiss as the clock struck midnight in Kansas City, with the loved-up couple celebrating the arrival of 2024 with a glitzy party surrounded by friends.

    Video from the party surfaced across social media on New Year’s Day, with the singer and the NFL star caught on camera in a passionate embrace on a number of clips from the bash.

    Kelce was wearing a sleek suit for the bash, while Swift was wearing a glittering dress for the occasion.

    The pair looked as loved-up as ever as they posed with Brittany and Patrick Mahomes in another snap from the night.

    After celebrating Christmas together, Kelce and Swift rang in the new year with a kiss, at a party in Kansas City

    After celebrating Christmas together, Kelce and Swift rang in the new year with a kiss, at a party in Kansas City

    The pair looked as loved-up as ever as they posed with Brittany and Patrick Mahomes in another snap from the night

    The pair looked as loved-up as ever as they posed with Brittany and Patrick Mahomes in another snap from the night

    JANUARY 13, 2024: TAYLOR WEARS TRAVIS’ NUMBER AT FOOTBALL GAME

    Swift continued to showed her support for Kelce by attending the AFC Wild Card Playoffs between the Miami Dolphins and the Kansas City Chiefs.

    She sported her boyfriend’s number by wearing a custom puffer jacket designed by Kristin Juszczyk.

    JANUARY 21, 2024: TAYLOR SPOTTED WITH TRAVIS’ BROTHER JASON AND WIFE KYLIE AT FOOTBALL GAME 

    Swift was surrounded by Travis’ family during the AFC Divisional Playoff game between the Chiefs and the Buffalo Bills.

    She was seen hanging out with Kelce’s brother Jason and sister-in-law Kylie.

    JANUARY 28, 2024: TAYLOR AND TRAVIS PASSIONATELY KISS ON THE FIELD AFTER THE CHIEFS STAR LEADS HIS TEAM TO THE SUPER BOWL 

    Travis celebrated making it to the Super Bowl with Swift.

    America’s most famous couple hugged and kissed on the field at the M&T Bank Stadium in the aftermath of a magnificent victory for the Chiefs over the Baltimore Ravens.

    Kelce found his girlfriend as he waited for the AFC Championship trophy presentation in emotional scenes and Swift looked almost tearful as the couple had a moment to celebrate together with the eyes of the world on them.

    Kelce also declared his love to Taylor as the NFL microphone caught the Chiefs tight end saying ‘I love you’ to popstar girlfriend for the first time.

    Swift now turns her attention to four nights of her blockbuster Eras Tour in Japan’s capital from February 7-10 before now having to race back to the Allegiant Stadium for the biggest night in America’s sporting calendar. But she is expected to make the journey to be there for Kelce.

    Taylor and Travis passionately kissed on the field after the Chiefs star lead his team to the Super Bowl

    Taylor and Travis passionately kissed on the field after the Chiefs star lead his team to the Super Bowl

    FEBRUARY 5, 2024: TRAVIS ADMITS THAT DATING THE GRAMMY-WINNING SINGER IS ‘A WILD EXPERIENCE’ 

    Kelce revealed what it’s really like to date girlfriend Taylor during a press conference in Las Vegas.

    He gushed that he is ‘loving every minute’ of their loved-up romance.

    Amid the duo’s crazy schedules, he also admitted that dating the Grammy-winning singer is ‘a wild experience’.

    He said: ‘Man, I tell you what, it’s a wild experience, but I’m enjoying and loving every bit of it.’

    But shutting down any surprises for Taylor as Valentine’s Day approaches, Travis demanded how football is the ‘only thing on his mind right now’.

    Amid the duo's crazy schedules, the NFL star also admitted that dating the Grammy-winning singer is 'a wild experience' during a press conference in Las Vegas

    Amid the duo’s crazy schedules, the NFL star also admitted that dating the Grammy-winning singer is ‘a wild experience’ during a press conference in Las Vegas

    MARCH 21, 2024: TRAVIS AND TAYLOR ENJOY A ROMANTIC HOLIDAY

    During a break on Taylor’s lengthy Eras tour the couple enjoyed a slew of romantic holidays together.

    On a holiday in the Bahamas the couple looked more loved-up than ever as they packed on the PDA and had their hands all over each other on a beach date.

    The pair were enjoying some downtime amid travelling around the world together to follow Taylor’s tour.

    During a break on Taylor's lengthy Eras tour the couple enjoyed a slew of romantic holidays together including a PDA-filled trip to the Bahamas

    During a break on Taylor’s lengthy Eras tour the couple enjoyed a slew of romantic holidays together including a PDA-filled trip to the Bahamas

    JUNE 21, 2024: TAYLOR MAKES THEIR RELATIONSHIP INSTAGRAM OFFICIAL

    Nearly a year after she started dating Travis, Taylor finally made their romance Instagram official.

    After playing her second sold out show at Wembley stadium in London, the pop icon posted an epic selfie with the NFL star, Prince William, Prince George and Princess Charlotte taken backstage.

    ‘Happy Bday M8! London shows are off to a splendid start @princeandprincessofwales,’ the Cardigan singer captioned the incredible snap, referring to the future King of England’s 42nd birthday.

    The reactions from Taylor’s fans lit up social media, many in awe that their queen’s first official Instagram post with Travis was made even more ‘iconic’ by including the royal family.

    Nearly a year after she started dating Travis, Taylor finally made their romance Instagram official as she shared a selfie with the sports star and the British royal family

    Nearly a year after she started dating Travis, Taylor finally made their romance Instagram official as she shared a selfie with the sports star and the British royal family

    JUNE 23, 2024: TAYLOR BRINGS TRAVIS OUT ON STAGE DURING ERAS TOUR

    Taylor ignited a frenzy among her Swifties by bringing boyfriend Travis onstage at her Eras Tour concert during her third show at London’s Wembley Stadium.

    Decked out in a tuxedo and top hat, the Kansas City Chiefs player joined Swift during her I Can Do It With a Broken Heart outfit change. The tight end beamed as he carried his girlfriend, gently placing her on a red couch at the center of the stage.

    This marked the first time the duo appeared on stage togetheR.

    The reactions from Taylor’s fans lit up social media, many in awe that Travis handled the performance like a professional, even showing off some of his signature dance moves.

    Taylor ignited a frenzy among her Swifties by bringing boyfriend Travis onstage at her Eras Tour concert during her third show at London’s Wembley Stadium

    Taylor ignited a frenzy among her Swifties by bringing boyfriend Travis onstage at her Eras Tour concert during her third show at London’s Wembley Stadium

  • Jimmy Connors’ stern warning to Novak Djokovic after dismal US Open play and exit

    Jimmy Connors’ stern warning to Novak Djokovic after dismal US Open play and exit

    Connors says the competition noticed that Djokovic was beatable at this year’s US Open.

    Jimmy Connors' stern warning to Novak Djokovic after dismal US Open play and exit

    Jimmy Connors is warning Novak Djokovic that the competition definitely can sense when he is beatable and highlights that the youngsters are the ones especially preying on chances to beat the record 24-time Grand Slam champion.

    At this year’s US Open, the defending champion never looked like his usual self as he was mightily struggling with his serve and overall it was evident that he wasn’t physically or mentally where he needed to be. And Alexei Popyrin took full advantage of it, stunning the No. 2 seed 6-4 6-4 2-6 6-4 in the third round to give the 37-year-old Serb his earlier exit at Flushing Meadows in 18 years.

    Following his shock exit, Djokovic ripped his performance in New York as “one of the worst tennis” he had ever played and also confirmed that he wasn’t in the best condition to go out there to compete.

  • Taylor SwiftFootball Is Back And So Am I …Dominates New NFL Promo

    Taylor SwiftFootball Is Back And So Am I …Dominates New NFL Promo

    Taylor SwiftFootball Is Back And So Am I …Dominates New NFL Promo

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    The love story between Taylor Swift and the National Football League is back for a second season … because the NFL is promoting the pop star more than the game’s best player.

    The NFL just released a promo video for the 2024 season ahead of Thursday’s opening game, and Taylor has the lion’s share of screen time … making five appearances in a 28-second clip.

    Taylor is shown more than any player in the league, and the NFL doesn’t show Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes until the very end … when he’s seen hoisting the Vince Lombardi Trophy.

    The promo video is a look back at the 2023 season, which became all about Taylor when she started dating Chiefs star tight end Travis Kelce … and the NFL is going back to their golden goose here as they look ahead.

    Among Taylor’s five appearances … two celebrations with Kelce’s mom Donna; arriving at a game with a custom Chiefs jacket; kissing Travis on the field and chugging a beer at the Super Bowl.

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    Travis and Patrick both said recently Taylor’s a big football fan and is drawing up plays for the Chiefs … and it’s clear she’s got some major influence at NFL HQ.

    We meant what we said about Taylor getting the lion’s share … she more than doubles up clips of the Detroit Lions, one of the best storylines from last season.

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    Dolly Parton is the only other celeb the NFL highlights here … she’s briefly shown in a Dallas Cowboys getup.

    It’s Taylor’s league … and everyone else is playing in it.