Kayla Nicole, former partner of Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, has opened up about her feelings regarding his current romance with pop superstar Taylor Swift. In a candid moment on the second episode of Fox’s “Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test,” which aired on January 8, Nicole shared her reflections on navigating life post-breakup and the public scrutiny that has followed.
During a conversation with fellow contestants Alana Blanchard and Kyla Pratt, Nicole, who dated Kelce for five years before their split in 2022, acknowledged the overwhelming nature of their breakup. “To be frank, it’s been overwhelming. I’ve never experienced anything like it,” she disclosed in her confessional. Despite the challenges, she emphasized that she harbors no animosity towards Swift, who began dating Kelce in 2023. “I really like her,” Nicole said, praising Swift’s talent.
However, the emotional toll of the public’s obsession with the new couple is evident. Kayla described the constant barrage of online criticism and comparisons, stating, “It’s pretty constant and exhausting. It doesn’t matter; I could post about this guy being blue, and people will have a response about an ex and their new situation.” This relentless scrutiny has affected her self-esteem, leading Nicole to question her worth. “I think there’s just the comparison, and it’s just on loop. I think I’m still trying to figure out how to deal with it,” she admitted, visibly emotional.
Nicole has previously discussed the impact of social media backlash, revealing in an episode of the “Unapologetically Angel” podcast that the negativity still resonates with her. “I would be lying if I said that that level of hate and just like online chaos doesn’t impact me. It does, even to this day,” she shared. Despite her success as a sports reporter and model, she noted that the fame associated with her ex and his new relationship attracts unwanted attention. “You could go to my most recent post, and it will be people debating each other why I am worthless and I’ll never be a talented person,” she lamented.
As Kayla navigates her own journey amidst the spotlight of her past relationship and the current dynamics of Kelce and Swift’s romance, her reflections shed light on the emotional challenges faced by individuals in the public eye. While she continues to confront the fallout from her breakup, her acknowledgment of Swift’s talent demonstrates a commendable resilience and a desire to move forward without resentment.
