When it comes to navigating high-profile relationships, Lamar Odom is no stranger to the spotlight.
Former NBA star Lamar Odom recently shared some relationship advice for Travis Kelce, the standout tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs. Drawing from his own experience of dating a celebrity, Odom, who was married to Khloé Kardashian from 2009 to 2016, offered insights into the challenges of such relationships, which were previously showcased on the reality TV series “Khloé & Lamar.”
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Kelce, currently in a relationship with Grammy Award-winning singer Taylor Swift, has become a focal point of discussions in the NFL community, especially with Swift attending several Chiefs’ games this year.
In an interview with Arash Markazi of The Messenger, Odom emphasized the importance of strength and closeness in navigating the complexities of being in a relationship with a high-profile figure. He advised the 34-year-old Kelce to stay by Swift’s side, considering the attention their relationship attracts:
“My advice would be to be strong and stay by her and be as close to her as possible. There are going to be millions of women that want to taste what Taylor Swift is tasting, and it can be overwhelming because we’re men. He just has to be strong and stick by his girl, and he’ll be alright.”
Odom, a former NBA player from 1999 to 2013, achieved success with the Los Angeles Lakers, winning back-to-back NBA Championships in 2009 and 2010 alongside Kobe Bryant. Kelce, now in his 11th season with the Chiefs, continues to excel on the field, contributing significantly to the team’s efforts to secure another Super Bowl title.
As the Chiefs aim for back-to-back Super Bowl victories, currently holding an 8-3 record entering Week 13, Odom’s advice reflects his perspective on handling the unique challenges that come with high-profile relationships.