Kim Kardashian Throws Major Shade at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce for Their “Tacky” PDA Show at Tight End U in Nashville, Labeling it as ‘Cringeworthy and Inappropriate’

Kim Kardashian Slams Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s “Over-the-Top” PDA at Tight End University in Nashville

Nashville, TN – The city known for its honky-tonks and country tunes was buzzing last night, but not just because of the music. At Travis Kelce’s highly anticipated Tight End University event, the NFL star and his pop icon girlfriend, Taylor Swift, stole the spotlight with a public display of affection that left attendees—and one very vocal celebrity—reeling. Kim Kardashian, never one to shy away from sharing her opinion, took to social media to lambast the couple for what she called an “embarrassingly excessive” show of love, sparking a firestorm of reactions online.

Tight End University, an annual event hosted by Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, brings together NFL players, coaches, and fans for a celebration of the position, complete with drills, discussions, and camaraderie. This year’s gathering in Nashville promised to be a star-studded affair, with Swift, Kelce’s girlfriend of over two years, making a surprise appearance to support her beau. But what was meant to be a night of football fellowship quickly turned into a spectacle of romance, as the couple couldn’t keep their hands—or lips—off each other.

Eyewitnesses at the event described Swift and Kelce as “inseparable,” with the pair spotted sharing kisses, holding hands, and whispering sweet nothings during breaks in the program. One attendee, who wished to remain anonymous, told us, “They were all over each other. It was cute at first, but by the third or fourth smooch in front of everyone, it started feeling like a performance.” Another fan posted on X, “Travis and Taylor were basically making out at TEU. Like, we get it, you’re in love, but chill!”

While some fans found the couple’s affection endearing, Kim Kardashian was decidedly not among them. The reality TV mogul and SKIMS founder took to her Instagram Stories just hours after the event, posting a cryptic but pointed message: “There’s a time and place for everything. Some people need to learn the difference between love and a reality show. #Tacky.” Though she didn’t name Swift and Kelce directly, the timing and context left little doubt about her targets. Kardashian doubled down on X, retweeting a fan’s video of the couple’s PDA with the caption, “This is a football event, not a rom-com set. Keep it professional.”

Kim’s comments ignited a heated debate across social media. Swifties, Taylor’s fiercely loyal fanbase, rushed to her defense, accusing Kardashian of jealousy and hypocrisy. “Kim’s been shoving her relationships in our faces for years, and now she’s mad about a couple being happy? Please,” one user wrote on X. Another fan tweeted, “Taylor and Travis are in love, and it’s adorable. Kim needs to focus on her own life instead of throwing shade.” Meanwhile, Kelce’s supporters argued that the NFL star was simply enjoying a moment with his girlfriend at his own event, with one X post reading, “It’s Travis’ event. If he wants to kiss his girl, let him!”

However, Kim also found plenty of allies who agreed that Swift and Kelce’s behavior crossed a line. “I’m all for love, but that was too much,” a commenter on Instagram wrote. “Tight End University is about football, not PDA.” Another X user chimed in, “Kim’s right. There’s a difference between being affectionate and turning a professional event into your personal love fest.”

This isn’t the first time Kim Kardashian and Taylor Swift have found themselves at odds. Their feud dates back to 2016, when Kanye West, Kim’s then-husband, released his song “Famous,” which included controversial lyrics about Swift. The ensuing drama, involving a leaked phone call and Swift’s response in her music, kept the two in the headlines for years. While their beef seemed to have cooled in recent times, Kim’s latest remarks suggest there’s still no love lost between the two powerhouse celebrities.

As for Travis Kelce, the tight end appeared unfazed by the criticism, posting a photo from the event on Instagram with the caption, “Great night at TEU with my favorite people. ” Swift, who has been relatively quiet on social media amid her ongoing Eras Tour preparations, has yet to respond to Kim’s comments. Sources close to the couple, however, say they’re “blissfully happy” and unbothered by the backlash. “Taylor and Travis are in their own world,” an insider told us. “They’re not going to let anyone, even Kim, rain on their parade.”

The fallout from last night’s PDA spectacle is far from over, with fans and critics alike dissecting every angle of the drama. Was Swift and Kelce’s affection a genuine expression of love, or an attention-grabbing stunt? Is Kim Kardashian a voice of reason, or just stirring the pot for clout? One thing’s for sure: in the court of public opinion, this Nashville night will be remembered as much for