“Travis Kelce’s Father Responds to Speculation about Taylor Swift and Kendrick Lamar’s Performance”

Kendrick Lamar is poised to headline the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show in New Orleans, creating a buzz among fans who are eagerly anticipating his upcoming performance.

Known for his dynamic stage presence and penchant for unexpected collaborations, there is widespread speculation about the potential for a special guest appearance by none other than Taylor Swift during Lamar’s set.

The duo previously joined forces for a remix of Swift’s hit “Bad Blood,” fueling rumors that the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter may make a surprise cameo alongside the acclaimed rapper. Despite the mounting excitement, Ed Kelce, the father of Travis Kelce, expressed his own uncertainty about the speculation surrounding this possible collaboration.

“I have no idea what her plans are,” he said during an interview on Australia’s “Today” show Thursday. “I would let her publicist talk to you about that.”

While Swift is confirmed to be attending the big game to support Travis and the Kansas City Chiefs, it remains a mystery whether she’ll take the stage. What is certain, however, is that after the Super Bowl, she and Travis will finally have uninterrupted time together.

“Without the NFL season, without the ‘Eras Tour,’ [it will be] just them alone really connecting more,” Ed noted, hinting at a much-needed break for the high-profile couple.

While a possible Swift cameo has yet to be confirmed, Lamar’s performance will feature SZA.

Lamar is making history as the first solo hip-hop artist to headline a Super Bowl halftime show, though he previously performed at the big game in 2022 alongside Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, 50 Cent, and Mary J. Blige in a celebration of rap music.

This time, all eyes are on Lamar’s individual artistry and signature theatrical flair. Reflecting on his Grammys sweep with “Not Like Us,” the Compton-born rapper made it clear that he’s here to push the culture forward.

“I was just thinking about the culture, really,” he said of his recent success. “When people talk about rap, man, the conversations I hear, they think it’s just rap and not an actual art form. When you put records like that at the forefront, it reminds people … I love to see it get that type of recognition for just straight raps. From awards to Billboards.”

Speaking on Australia’s “Today” show, Ed expressed optimism about the couple’s future, highlighting that with both the NFL season and Swift’s “Eras Tour” coming to an end, they will finally have uninterrupted time together.

Swift wrapped up her record-breaking tour in December 2024 after nearly two years on the road, performing across five continents and delivering an astounding 149 shows. Meanwhile, Travis is gearing up for his fourth Super Bowl appearance as his team, the Kansas City Chiefs, faces off against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday.

During the interview, Ed remained tight-lipped when pressed about growing speculation that Travis might propose to Swift after the Super Bowl. When co-host Karl Stefanovic jokingly asked for engagement details, Ed playfully dodged the question, responding, “Did you really think I was going to come up with that?”

He was equally reserved when asked whether Swift had a surprise performance planned for the big game. “I haven’t talked to Taylor this week. I have no idea what her plans are. I would let her publicist talk to you about that,” he said, further fueling speculation about whether Swift could make a surprise appearance during Kendrick Lamar’s halftime performance.

Now, with the Super Bowl stage as his next platform, Lamar is expected to make another major statement. Whether Swift joins him for a “Bad Blood” reunion or not, this will be a halftime show to remember.