Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs views prior to first versus the Chicago Bears at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on Sept. 24, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri. Cooper Neill/Getty Images
Travis Kelce is speaking up following the Feb. 14 Super Bowl ceremony capturing, which started as a party of the Kansas City Chiefs’ triumph however finished in shooting that eliminated someone and damaged 22 others.
The 34-year-old limited end resolved the occasions in a brand-new video for his and bro Jason Kelce’s New Heights podcast uploaded on X Monday (Feb. 19), which was shared in advance of today’s brand-new episode. Noting that the Wednesday (Feb. 21) installation was tape-recorded before the capturing, Travis claimed in the video clip, “After the tragic events of the Super Bowl parade in Kansas City, it didn’t feel right without you guys hearing from us first.”
“Our hearts go out to all of the victims, their families, Chiefs Kingdom and really all of Kansas City that was really there on a day to try and celebrate the community,” included Jason, that plays facility for the Philadelphia Eagles. “It’s unfortunate and deeply tragic, the events that occurred. We also want to thank the local law enforcement that sprang into action, the first responders on scene.”
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“Kansas City and Chiefs Kingdom, we love you guys,” Travis wrapped up, noting they’d be sharing a link to a donation collection supporting those affected by the shooting. “We’re with you guys.”
The offensive lineman was one of many who attended the parade celebrating his team’s second Super Bowl win in a row, three days after the big game on Feb. 11. Before the shooting broke out, he and his teammates — as well as his mom, Donna Kelce — road atop a float and waved at Chiefs fans lining the streets. The Associated Press previously reported that according to the police chief, a million people likely attended the celebratory parade.
Shortly after the shooting, Travis shared a message to fans via X. “I am heartbroken over the tragedy that took place today,” he tweeted. “My heart is with all who came out to celebrate with us and have been affected. KC, you mean the world to me.”
Taylor Swift, who is dating Travis, was not at the parade, although she did attend the Super Bowl in Las Vegas to cheer on Kansas City. She has donated $100,000 to the family of Lisa Lopez-Galvan, the radio DJ who was killed in the shooting.
See Travis and Jason Kelce’s statement on the Super Bowl parade shooting below.
Before airing our pre-taped episode on Wednesday, Jason and Travis wanted the 92%ers and Chiefs Kingdom to hear from them directly after the tragic events at the Chiefs parade
If you would certainly like to support #ChiefsKingdom you can find more information here: https://t.co/22z7my0o8G pic.twitter.com/qhYxWiezDq
— New Heights (@newheightshow) February 19, 2024
I am heartbroken over the tragedy that took place today. My heart is with all who came out to celebrate with us and have been impacted. KC, you indicate the globe to me.
— Travis Kelce (@tkelce) February 15, 2024
