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Why Dolly Parton Is a Fan of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's "Little Love Affair"

Dolly Parton said she was "crazy" about Taylor Swift as she gushed about the "Blank Space" singer's romance with Travis Kelce.

By Gibson Johns Nov 13, 2024 8:31 PM
| Updated Nov 14, 2024 11:37 AM
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Dolly Parton is enchanted Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's romance.

The "Jolene" singer gushed about the "I Can Do It With A Broken Heart" singer, calling her relationship with the Kansas City Chiefs player "great."

"I'm crazy about Taylor," Dolly exclusively told E! News correspondent Caroline Bermudez while promoting her jewelry collaboration with Kendra Scott, out now. "I just admire her so much, what she's done with her life, her career."

"She's such a great artist and songwriter and then their little love affair," Dolly continued. "I'm thinking people love romance."

"Taylor's one of those people that not just puts out great music, but she also has such a big heart," Kendra agreed. "How she treats her fans, how she thinks about others. That's also, you know, it's so good to see somebody like her having the success that she's having." (For more with Dolly and Kendra, tune into E! News tonight Nov. 13 at 11 p.m.)

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Dolly's endorsement of the relationship wasn't the only show of support that Taylor and Travis have received recently.

The "I Will Always Love You" songwriter's sweet comments came three days after Taylor was accompanied by her mom Andrea Swift to the Chiefs' game against the Denver Broncos Nov. 10.

Andrea showed extra support for her daughter's boyfriend of more than a year by carrying a red purse with a large charm bearing the Kansas City Chiefs' star tight end's jersey number, 87. For her part, Taylor rocked the team's colors in a red and black tweed jacket and matching skirt.

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Taylor's dad Scott Swift also joined them for the game, where he was spotted wearing a Chiefs T-shirt as he bonded with Travis' dad Ed Kelce. The dads enjoyed a sweet moment in their box, with Scott seen leaning in to whisper something into Ed's ear during the game.

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And that wasn't the only viral moment that Scott had at the game. Taylor's dad also hilariously photobombed Taylor and Travis as they posed with tennis pro Francis Tiafoe and his girlfriend Ayan Broomfield.

Keep reading for more on Taylor's support for Travis during game days.

NFL Debut

While supporting Travis Kelce as the Kansas City Chiefs faced off against the Chicago Bears on Sept. 24, 2023, her first-ever NFL game at Arrowhead Stadium, Taylor Swift sported DÔEN's white Lois Tank and Ksubi's distressed denim shorts, which she paired with a Chiefs windbreaker and matching New Balance sneakers.

Welcome to New Jersey

For the Chiefs' Oct. 1, 2023 game against the New York Jets, held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, Taylor wore Area's denim shorts, which quickly sold out. The singer completed the look with Christian Louboutin boots and Gant's relaxed leather shirt.

Classic Swift

And Taylor couldn't forget her signature red lip for the star-studded game.

Erin Andrews Assist

For the Chiefs' Oct. 12, 2023 game, where she spent time with Travis' dad Ed Kelce, Taylor wore a Chiefs jacket from WEAR, a line by Erin Andrews (who Travis has credited for connecting him with Taylor).

Suite Style

Taylor, who also spent time with quarterback Patrick Mahomes' wife Brittany Mahomes at the game, sported a Balenciaga corset top underneath the Chiefs jacket.

She's Got His Number

Taylor had an extra special accessory on her wrist for the Chiefs' Oct. 22, 2023 game: An Erimish bracelet with Travis' jersey number on it.

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Red Hot

On Dec. 3, 2023, Taylor sported a long red fleece jacket over a black high neck top, paired with her signature red lip.

Crimson Chic

The singer was all smiles as she watched the game with Brittany. 

Christmas Cheer

In honor of Christmas, Taylor donned a Santa hat with Travis' jersey number during the Chiefs' Dec. 25, 2023 game against the Las Vegas Raiders.

New Year's Eve Varsity Style

For her ninth Chiefs game on Dec. 31, 2023, Taylor sported a cream varsity jacket bearing the team's logo and a patch that read "Tay-Tay."

Game No. 10

During a January 2024 freezing Kansas City Chiefs-Miami Dolphins game in Kansas City, Mo., Taylor cheered on her boyfriend and his team while wearing a custom-made puffer coat made to look like a Kelce Chiefs jersey, designed by Kristin Juszczyk, wife of San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk.

Cozy Couple

The Grammy winner looked comfy and cozy in her Guest in Residence sweater as she snuggled up to Travis following the Chiefs' AFC Championship win on Jan. 28, 2023.

Super Bowl Stunner

Taylor wore a black Dion Lee crochet corset and AREA crystal-slit jeans to the 2024 Super Bowl, where she watched Travis and the Chiefs beat out the San Francisco 49ers in a 25-22 game.

Denim Darling

For the Chiefs' first home game since their Super Bowl win, Taylor rocked a with a Versace denim corset top, GRLFRND jean shorts from Revolve and thigh-high red latex boots. She completed the look with a Louis Vuitton handbag.

Go Big or Go Home

Taylor wore an oversized tee as a dress with thigh-high boots during the Chiefs' Sept. 15, 2024 game against the Cincinnati Bengals.

Playing With Plaid

On Oct. 7, 2024, Taylor stepped out to Chiefs' home game against the New Orleans Saints in a black-and-white plaid set from Vivienne Westwood and knee-high platform boots.

Terrific in Tweed

On Nov. 10, 2024, Taylor attended the Chiefs' home game against the Denver Broncos wearing a red and black tweed Versace blazer, paired with a matching mini skirt, a black Victoria’s Secret silk corset top, a small, black Versace Medusa 95 purse and black leather, knee-high Versace Medusa 95 boots.

 

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