Travis Kelce Receives Disappointing News on His Birthday – “New Heights” and His Love for Taylor Swift
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Travis Kelce Receives Disappointing News on His Birthday – “New Heights” and His Love for Taylor Swift
Kansas City, MO — This year’s birthday brought mixed emotions for Travis Kelce — a touch of disappointment blended with gratitude and love. As fans across the nation celebrated the Kansas City Chiefs star turning 36, news broke that “New Heights,” the hit podcast he co-hosts with his brother Jason Kelce, failed to make the list of Golden Globe nominees for 2026.
The announcement surprised many, as “New Heights” has become a cultural phenomenon over the past two years. The show previously won the 2025 iHeartPodcast Award for Best Sports Podcast, beating out major names like The Herd with Colin Cowherd and The Bill Simmons Podcast. It also earned Podcast of the Year in 2024, solidifying its place among the most beloved sports podcasts in America.
When the 25 finalists for the Golden Globe’s Best Podcast category were revealed, “New Heights” was notably absent — even as well-known titles like The Joe Rogan Experience, SmartLess, and The Daily (NYT) made the cut. Many fans expressed disappointment, arguing that the Globes had “overlooked” one of the most influential and entertaining podcasts in the sports world.
Still, Travis Kelce took the news in stride. Calm and composed, he simply smiled and said:
“I’ve lost many games and faced my share of criticism, so this doesn’t bother me. I’m just happy that we continue to bring laughter and inspiration to people. To me, that’s the real victory.”
Despite missing out on a Golden Globe nod, Kelce has plenty to smile about — especially his relationship with Taylor Swift, who continues to make waves with her new album “The Life of a Showgirl.” The song “Wood” is rumored to have been inspired by their relationship and even includes a subtle nod to “New Heights.”
In an interview with BBC Radio 1, Swift revealed that she often played her new recordings for Kelce right after returning from Sweden, where she worked with producers Max Martin and Shellback. “I knew this was the kind of album he’d love the most,” Swift said. “He supports me in everything — and I truly appreciate that.”
While “New Heights” may not have made it to the Golden Globe stage, Travis Kelce’s calm confidence, gratitude, and love for those around him remain the real trophies in his life.
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