Travis Kelce's Ex Dodges Engagement Question, Open to Dating Other Athletes
KAYLA NICOLE STEERS CLEAR OF TRAVIS KELCE'S ENGAGEMENT TO TAYLOR SWIFT: "OH, NO, NO, NO!"
In a sizzling red-carpet interview with The Scholarly Note at the House of Champion event, co-hosted by Sports Illustrated as part of New York Fashion Week, Kayla Nicole proved that she's still got game – and a whole lot of sass! The 33-year-old on-air sports reporter, who recently split from NFL star Travis Kelce in 2022, dodged questions about her ex-fiancé's blockbuster engagement to Taylor Swift like a pro.
When asked for her thoughts on the high-profile nuptials, Nicole gave a good old-fashioned "oh, no, no, no" – complete with a side-eye glance that left us all wondering what was really going on in that head of hers. But she quickly pivoted, gushing about the fabulousness of the House of Champion event and declaring it a "dope party" worthy of her attention.
The 33-year-old beauty queen seemed genuinely thrilled to be there, sporting a daring look that left little to the imagination. Her bra-free ensemble sent temperatures soaring, and we can't help but wonder if she was sending a subtle message about her own love life. After all, Nicole did recently share a cryptic post on Instagram, replete with hashtags about living in the present and finding joy.
The post, which featured a clip of Black-ish star Tracee Ellis Ross discussing the importance of experiencing "joy" in one's life, had fans going wild with speculation that it was a veiled commentary on Kelce's engagement. But Nicole shut down all rumors, urging her followers not to read too much into her posts and insisting that she doesn't take their interpretations personally.
"I don't have time for that," she said bluntly, implying that she's moved on from the drama of her past relationship with Kelce. And judging by her interview at The Scholarly Note, it's clear that Nicole is focusing on living her best life – sans ex-fiancé drama!
But what about romance? Has Nicole found love again? Well, she did admit to having met plenty of sports stars through her work as a reporter, but they've all become so familiar to her now that they just seem like "regular" people. Not exactly the kind of spark you'd expect from someone who's been in the headlines for their high-profile relationships!
However, Nicole did reveal that she's open to finding love again – with a few very specific requirements, thank you very much! According to her, any man hoping to win her heart had better be honest, have great character, and enjoy having fun. Oh, and they'd also need to like spontaneous adventures, have a strong relationship with their family, and possess some seriously good taste in girlfriends (or at least, know how to treat them!).
We asked Nicole about the possibility of dating apps, but she dismissed it outright – preferring her friends to set her up instead. After all, as she joked, "I'm living my best Hot Girl Summer – soon to be Hot Girl Fall and then Hot Girl Winter!"
And what about the speculation that finances were a major factor in her split from Kelce? Nicole has always maintained that was an absurd rumor, but we can't help but wonder if there's some truth to it. After all, she did admit that she's been focusing on building her own financial stability – and we're not surprised!
As for the House of Champion event itself, Nicole was effusive in her praise for the classic, sporty vibe that Champion embodies. She wore a stunning blue-and-white striped button-up shirt with a burgundy tie, which she accessorized with some seriously daring undergarments (or lack thereof).
And speaking of Kelce, we can't help but wonder what he's thinking about all this drama. Did their split really have nothing to do with finances? And what does Taylor Swift think about Nicole's sassy comments about her new fiancé?
Only time will tell – but for now, let's just say that Kayla Nicole is living her best life, and we can't wait to see what the future holds for this fiery femme fatale!
