BREAKING: Finnley Anne Kelce’s Birth Brings Mixed Emotions —Travis Kelce and Jason Kelce’s Father Ed Kelce (Papa Kelce) Reportedly Snubs the Celebration, Displeased That the Newest Kelce Isn’t the Grandson He Hoped For

Family Tension Shadows Joy: Jason Kelce’s Father Allegedly Refuses to Congratulate Him on Fourth Daughter Finnley Anne Kelce

The arrival of Finnley Anne Kelce, the fourth daughter of NFL star Jason Kelce and his wife Kylie Kelce, was supposed to be a moment of unbridled celebration. Born on March 30, 2025, Finnley joined big sisters Wyatt (5), Elliotte (4), and Bennett (2) in a bustling household filled with love and laughter. However, the joyous occasion has reportedly been overshadowed by an unexpected family rift: Jason’s father, Ed Kelce, is said to have withheld congratulations, disappointed that the newest Kelce isn’t a boy. While the Kelce family has not publicly confirmed these claims, whispers of tension have cast a surprising shadow over what should have been a purely happy milestone.

A Girl-Filled Legacy

Jason and Kylie announced Finnley’s birth with their trademark warmth and humor, sharing an Instagram post captioned, “Whoop, there she is! Finnley ‘Finn’ Anne Kelce. 3/30/25.” The photos showed a serene newborn swaddled in a floral onesie, her tiny features already hinting at the Kelce family resemblance. Fans flooded the comments with well-wishes, and Jason’s brother, Travis Kelce, added his own enthusiastic, “Finnley!!! .” Even Taylor Swift, Travis’s girlfriend, liked the post, signaling her support for the growing Kelce clan.

For Jason, 37, and Kylie, 33, Finnley’s arrival marked another chapter in their journey as parents to a quartet of daughters. The couple, married since April 2018, has embraced their role as “girl parents” with pride, often joking about their estrogen-dominated household on their New Heights podcast and in interviews. Jason has frequently praised Kylie’s strength and humor in raising their spirited girls, calling her “the real MVP” of their family.

But while Jason and Kylie revel in their girl squad, sources close to the family suggest that Ed Kelce, a proud patriarch and steelworker from Cleveland Heights, Ohio, had different hopes for his son’s fourth child. According to unverified reports, Ed—who raised Jason and Travis with his wife, Donna Kelce—allegedly expressed disappointment that Finnley wasn’t a grandson, leaving Jason without the congratulations he expected from his father.

A Grandfather’s Expectations

Ed Kelce has long been a fixture in the Kelce brothers’ story, celebrated by fans for his down-to-earth charm and unwavering support during their NFL careers. Alongside Donna, he became a beloved figure during the 2023 Super Bowl, where Jason’s Philadelphia Eagles faced off against Travis’s Kansas City Chiefs. The parents’ split jerseys and infectious enthusiasm endeared them to millions, painting a picture of a tight-knit family united by love and football.

Yet, behind the public persona, Ed may have harbored a quieter wish: for one of his sons to produce a male heir to carry on the Kelce name. With Travis, 35, currently childless and Jason now father to four girls, that hope reportedly rested on Finnley’s birth. When the news broke that Jason and Kylie had welcomed another daughter, Ed’s alleged silence spoke volumes, according to those familiar with the situation.

“Ed’s old-school in some ways,” an unnamed source claimed. “He loves his granddaughters—don’t get me wrong—but he’s made comments before about wanting a boy in the family. When Finnley turned out to be another girl, he didn’t call Jason to congratulate him like he did with the others. It’s caused some tension.”

Jason’s Response: Quiet Resilience

Jason has not publicly addressed his father’s supposed reaction, choosing instead to focus on the joy of Finnley’s arrival. During a recent New Heights episode, recorded shortly after her birth, he introduced Finnley to Travis with palpable excitement, laughing as his brother dubbed her “little muffin.” The podcast offered no hint of family discord, with Jason describing fatherhood as “overwhelming in the best way” and marveling at the miracle of birth.

Kylie, too, has remained upbeat, sharing lighthearted anecdotes about Finnley’s early days on social media. “Evicted from the uterus and already ruling the house,” she quipped in one post, showcasing the humor that has defined their parenting journey. Neither Jason nor Kylie has acknowledged any rift with Ed, leaving the rumors unconfirmed but persistent.

A Family Divided?

The alleged strain between Jason and his father stands in contrast to the outpouring of support from other corners of the Kelce circle. Travis and Taylor Swift visited Jason and Kylie on April 3, 2025, to meet Finnley in person, bringing gifts and sharing tender moments with the newborn. Donna Kelce, the family’s matriarch, also expressed her delight, reportedly calling Finnley “another perfect granddaughter” during a phone call with Jason.

For Ed, however, the birth of a fourth girl may have dashed a long-held dream. Whether his silence stems from genuine disappointment or a misunderstanding remains unclear. Some speculate that his reaction—if true—reflects a generational gap, with traditional expectations clashing against Jason’s modern embrace of