Any speculation of a rift between Taylor Swift and Brittany Mahomes was swiftly put to rest on Saturday, just a day after Brittany, the wife of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, found herself at the center of an online controversy.
The drama began on Friday when Brittany, who has been married to Patrick since 2022, sparked outrage among liberal social media users by liking a post from former President Donald Trump on Instagram. The post outlined 16 of Trump’s policies as he gears up for another presidential run, and Brittany’s seemingly supportive gesture led to a flurry of backlash.
Despite the uproar, Brittany didn’t shy away from addressing her critics. In a fiery response on Instagram, she wrote, “I mean honestly, to be a hater as an adult you have to have some deep-rooted issues you refuse to heal from childhood. There’s no reason your brain is fully developed and you hate to see others doing well.”
The controversy quickly led to speculation that Brittany’s newfound reputation might strain her budding friendship with Taylor Swift, who has been outspoken in her criticism of Trump, especially during the 2020 election when she accused him of “stoking white supremacy.”
Some social media users predicted that the friendship between the two high-profile women would not survive the controversy. “Well, it looks like Brittany can forget posting up with Taylor Swift in the skyboxes from now on,” one user wrote on X (formerly Twitter). Another quipped, “This season is gonna be awkward in the stadium suites with Brittany and Taylor Swift.”
However, any fears of bad blood between the two were quickly quashed. Less than 24 hours after the backlash began, Brittany and Patrick Mahomes joined Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce for a getaway at Swift’s famous Rhode Island mansion. The reunion appeared to confirm that their friendship remains intact, despite the recent social media storm.
With her European tour now behind her and the NFL season fast approaching, Taylor and Travis are making the most of their downtime. The power couple was spotted enjoying an end-of-summer retreat at Taylor’s $17 million Rhode Island vacation home, which gained celebrity status for hosting her legendary star-studded Independence Day parties. This visit marked Taylor’s first time back at the mansion this summer, and she was joined by Travis, along with their friends and family, including Patrick and Brittany Mahomes.
Photographs from the weekend show the group soaking up the sunshine on the balcony of Swift’s luxury home. In one heartwarming moment, Travis and Taylor were seen gathered around Patrick Mahomes as he cradled his youngest child, Bronze. Also in attendance were Travis’s brother, Jason Kelce, and his wife, Kylie, who brought along their children. Jason, who is enjoying his first offseason after retirement, is preparing for his new TV role with Amazon Prime, set to start next month.
Although Brittany wasn’t captured in any of the photos, it’s expected that she was part of the gathering, enjoying the company of her friends and family.
The backlash over Brittany’s Trump post had initially raised concerns about the dynamics within the Chiefs’ inner circle, especially given Taylor’s strong political stance. In 2020, Swift made headlines when she publicly condemned Trump, urging her followers to vote against him. Her criticism was sharp and direct, accusing the then-president of perpetuating racial division in the country.
Despite the controversy, Brittany has remained unapologetic. Her social media activity, including her recent like of Trump’s post, has garnered both praise and criticism. Trump supporters on X lauded her for the gesture, while many Democrat-leaning users were quick to express their disappointment.
Brittany isn’t the only NFL-affiliated figure to potentially endorse Trump. The former president was recently spotted with two Las Vegas Raiders players, and former NFL running back Herschel Walker, known for his days with the Dallas Cowboys, has been a long-time Trump supporter. Earlier this year, Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow and 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa faced criticism for being seen with Trump at a UFC event.
As the NFL season kicks off on September 5, with the Chiefs set to play the Ravens at Arrowhead Stadium, all eyes will be on the field.
Despite the social media drama, it’s clear that the friendships within the Chiefs’ circle, including that of Taylor Swift and Brittany Mahomes, remain strong and resilient.
