Coachella 2024: Travis Kelce's Sheer Strength Against Taylor Swift Has Fans in Awe

Published 04/14/2024, 9:10 PM EDT

As Coachella kicked off last Friday, throngs of attendees eagerly searched the crowd for a glimpse of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, the adored couple. Though they opted for a cozy dinner date elsewhere that day, their absence left a noticeable void. However, as the saying goes, better late than never- on the second day, much to fans' delight, the couple arrived hand in hand, dispelling any lingering sense of their earlier absence. Yet, their delayed appearance paled in comparison to the fervor ignited by a shared moment, highlighting Kelce's remarkable strength.

On the second day of Coachella 2024, the ‘Cruel Summer’ hitmaker made a glamorous entry alongside her partner, Travis Kelce, at the La La Land. Amid numerous highlights of the evening, such as their energetic backstage groove to the Bleachers and Ice Spice’s iconic shout-out to Swift, one particular off-stage moment stole the limelight. During Dom Dolla's set, the Chiefs' tight end casually lifted his significant other so she could better see through the crowd. 

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It was not, however, merely the romantic gesture that captivated fans, but rather Kelce's impressive strength effortlessly showcased during the act. While strength is expected of an athlete, the ease with which Kelce lifted Swift, considering her height, is what truly amazed both their fandoms. Hence, just as effortlessly as he lifted her, online discussions quickly transformed into a celebration of the NFL star's prowess.

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For fans from both the music and sports industry, this instance gave them all the more reason to swoon over Kelce. 

Fans cheer for Travis Kelce after his casual display of strength against Taylor Swift

In her professional life, Taylor Swift is perfectly capable of picking herself up, but in matters of love, who does not delight in spontaneous displays of affection? So, when Travis Kelce lifted the singer for a better view, fans saw nothing but profound affection and undeniable strength. Consequently, Swifties quickly took note, dubbing Kelce "the only man who could lift Taylor up."

As fans were already melting over their adorable gestures, some could not help but relate the moment to "short people struggles."

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Despite the fact that labeling Swift as short is far from accurate, the sentiment expressed by fans was clear and resonant. As for others, this act prompted them to wonder if their bond could become any more genuine. Although fans seized the opportunity to praise Kelce for his peak physique, ultimately, it was their love that stole the spotlight that night.

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How do you feel about fans applauding Travis Kelce's strength following his effortless lift of Taylor Swift at Coachella? Share your thoughts in the comments section!

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Anushka Bhattacharya

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I'm Anushka Bhattacharya, an entertainment journalist at Netflix Junkie. Armed with a degree in literature, I once wielded my words to catalyze change within society through my work with NGOs. However, as I stumbled into the exuberant hole of crime thrillers and documentaries on Netflix, it was love at first sight and pushed me into entertainment journalism.

Edited By: Itti Mahajan

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