Taylor Swift drops huge hint she could perform at Super Bowl as she plants clues in album announcement with Travis Kelce
She delighted fans this week by announcing her new album The Life Of A Showgirl on boyfriend Travis Kelce's sports podcast.
15
15
But as well as revealing the title and tracklist of her 12th record, the singer also planted clues — known as Easter eggs — suggesting she could headline the gridiron final.
It will be held at the Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California with NFL star Travis's team, Kansas City Chiefs, tipped to contest it.
During the New Heights podcast, Taylor referred to the number 47 — and eagle-eyed fans noted that her 47th show during The Eras Tour was at the Levi's Stadium.
Taylor thanked Travis and his brother, fellow American football star Jason Kelce, for 'screaming for 47 seconds' — and joked she performed in '47,000 countries' on her recent global concert tour.
She added: 'I love numerology, I love math stuff, I love dates. That's stuff I find really fun.'
It seems she also loves colour — and the orange theme on her new album cover could be another nod to the Super Bowl.
California is home to Orange County, named after the fruit's abundance in the area.
Glass microphone
And Kansas City Chiefs play in a kit that is red and yellow — the two colours that mix to make orange.
Fans also believe Taylor's choice to announce her new album on a podcast dedicated largely to American football is a further pointer to her performing at the big game.
Taylor and Travis, who confirmed they were dating in 2023, sealed their romance with a kiss at the 2024 Super Bowl, following the Chiefs' win that year.
Taylor Swift reveals 'wild' true story of how she met Travis Kelce moments into New Heights podcast appearance
The pair also smooched at a game last January, following a crunch match.
During the podcast, they chatted in front of a bookcase filled with Super Bowl clues.
The Lombardi Trophy, awarded to the game's winning side, can be seen in the middle of the bookcase.
Elsewhere a glass microphone sits on a shelf near a figurine of Travis in his Kansas City Chiefs kit.
But perhaps the most telling clue is that Taylor was rumoured to have turned down offers to perform at the Super Bowl in order to focus on re-recording her first six albums.
But on May 30, she announced she had won the battle to obtain the master recordings of them in a deal with Shamrock Capital.
In a letter on her website she wrote: 'All of the music I've ever made . . . now belongs . . . to me.'
Looks like it's game on for the Super Bowl.
15
15
Cheat show axed
NETFLIX dating show Cheat: Unfinished Business has been axed after just a single series – although one of the platform's hits.
Starring Amanda Holden and Paul Brunson, it saw eight former couples, who split over infidelity, head to a luxury retreat in Majorca to work out their differences.
A source said: 'Netflix has decided to pursue new formats – but bosses love Amanda and are in talks with her on three different show ideas.'
Meanwhile, Paul has had huge success with his podcast We Need To Talk, and as a relationship expert on E4's Celebs Go Dating.
Kate is all smoke and mirrors
SHE was regarded as the greatest smoker of all time, during her Nineties heyday, and it seems supermodel Kate Moss still loves the habit.
She has been modelling for Yves Saint Laurent's Fall 2025 campaign, entitled Velvet Heat.
15
15
Her business, The Kate Moss Agency, posted footage from the shoot on Instagram and Kate is seen in a series of poses holding a cigarette.
She is laying on a beach in one shot, and with fur coat in another – both times with cig in hand.
But a video posted by YSL, above, shows NO tab in Kate's hand – it seems it may have been edited out.
Kate told The Sunday Times in 2023: 'I still smoke occasionally. I've heard that when you stop, you can really tell [by your skin]. But I haven't stopped yet.'
Well, old habits do die hard, I suppose.
Roll up roll up to Jama school
SHE moved to London aged 16 to pursue her dream of presenting – and now Maya Jama is launching a nationwide search for the next young stars.
I can reveal the Love Island host has applied to trademark MIJ Mentorships, after she posted on Instagram that she is 'incredibly excited' about the talent hunt.
She billed it as 'a brand new opportunity for early career women from underrepresented backgrounds in the creative industries'.
She added: 'We will match five aspiring creatives with mentors from my own network with expertise in TV production, broadcasting, fashion, communications and marketing, and talent management. We're looking for women at an aspiring, entry or junior-level career stage, who have not had a mentor before and come from a historically under-represented background.
'Whether you dream of being in front of the camera or behind the scenes, this is your chance.'
Speaking of moving to the capital as a teen, Bristol-born Maya previously said: 'I was broke – pretending I'd lost my Oyster public- transport card so I could get to work, hustling my way around London, having £1 chicken-shop meals.'
Hard yards, Maya.
Ed's film tribute to Gran
ED SHEERAN is gearing up to release new album Play – but it seems he is also getting into filmmaking.
The Shape Of You hitmaker has set up Craanford Pictures LLP at Companies House.
Ed and his cousin, screenwriter Murray Cummings – who directed 2018 documentary Ed Sheeran: Songwriter – are both listed as members of the partnership.
It seems the company name holds special meaning for Ed, as his beloved Irish gran, Anne Mary Sheeran, was from Craanford in Co Wexford.
Ed had to miss her funeral in 2023 due to his copyright trial in New York.
During a eulogy at the service, Ed's Irish dad John said: 'I am very sad our son Edward is unable to be here today. He's so upset he cannot be present – he has to be thousands of miles away in a court in America defending his integrity.'
I'm sure she would be very proud of you, Ed.
Lucy's El of a spit
ROCKERS Wolf Alice release new album The Clearing next week – but fans could be seeing double in the band's video for their track Just Two Girls.
I am told Bohemian Rhapsody actress Lucy Boynton stars in the promo and is the spitting image of the group's lead singer Ellie Rowsell.
15
Don't Delete The Kisses hitmakers Wolf Alice filmed a ball scene at Freemasons' Hall in central London last weekend ahead of the release of their fourth album.
SJP got weepy
SARAH JESSICA PARKER admits she welled up as the Sex And The City reboot ended this week.
The actress, who played single girl Carrie, responded to a fan online after the final series of HBO's And Just Like That wrapped.
She wrote: 'Very weepy xxx.'
Sex And The City had six runs from 1998 to 2004, and also starred Kristin Davis, Kim Cattrall and Cynthia Nixon.
And Just Like That ran for three series from 2021, without Kim's character Samantha Jones.
Raye is Abs Fab sister
RISING star Absolutely has told how big sister Raye gave her fashion advice when she was starting out.
Goodbye Glitter singer Absolutely now designs all her own outfits, and Raye's best steer was introducing her to visual discovery platform Pinterest.
15
Absolutely, real name Abby-Lynn Keen, said: 'She showed me Pinterest because I didn't dress very well. I love to experiment but my looks weren't great, so she was like: 'you should really take fashion seriously.'
'She showed me different designers, how to gather inspiration and mood boards. So that was helpful. I got into fashion through that.'
Absolutely, who recently released her new track I Just Don't Know Yet, will play the All Points East Festival in East London next Saturday, where Raye will headline.
Absolutely now has both killer voice and wardrobe.
This week who would I...
Snog
15
Marry
Avoid
15
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Daily Mail
15 minutes ago
- Daily Mail
Billy Joel closing beloved motorcycle shop amid 'scary' brain disorder health battle
is preparing to part ways with a major passion project as he continues to navigate a serious health condition. The legendary musician, 76, will shut down his Long Island motorcycle shop, 20th Century Cycles, in late September and auction off his extensive collection of bikes later this year, his representative Claire Mercuri confirmed to the Associated Press. The decision comes months after Joel revealed he had been diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), a neurological disorder that affects balance, vision, and hearing. Joel first disclosed his diagnosis in May, sharing that symptoms had been 'exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision and balance.' Under medical guidance, he has been undergoing physical therapy and has been advised to step away from performing. As a result, all of his scheduled shows through July 2026 have been canceled. According to the Cleveland Clinic, NPH occurs when excess cerebrospinal fluid accumulates inside the skull and puts pressure on the brain. The condition primarily impacts older adults and is typically treated by surgically implanting a shunt to drain the fluid. Joel's shop in Oyster Bay opened in 2010 and quickly became a destination for motorcycle enthusiasts and tourists alike. The facility served not only as a workshop for restoring and customizing bikes but also as a gallery showcasing his personal collection — which includes more than 75 motorcycles spanning decades and brands such as Harley-Davidson, Triumph, Ducati, Moto Guzzi, Indian, and BMW. Among the most notable pieces is a rare 1952 Vincent Rapide, a model that can command tens of thousands of dollars at auction. In a 2013 YouTube video filmed at the shop, the singer explained his motivation for opening the space. 'It's basically promoting an aesthetic here. I like older style. I like the automotive style from the '30s to the '60s. I wanted to collect a whole bunch of those kinds of bikes, put 'em in one place and let people see what that era of bike looked like. Because it's starting to be a lost aesthetic,' he told fans. Joel added that the venture was also a way to boost the local economy in Oyster Bay, the upscale waterfront community where he grew up just miles away in Hicksville. 'I've been living in this community for a long time,' he said in the video. 'I actually grew up not far from here. And I'd like to get a little interest going into the town and the village.' The town has embraced him in return. In 2023, part of the street where 20th Century Cycles sits was renamed Billy Joel Way. Joel's passion for motorcycles stretches back decades, though it has not been without risk. In 1982, he was badly injured on Long Island when a car ran a red light and struck his bike, leaving him with a dislocated wrist and an injured thumb. He recovered after a month in the hospital and remained an avid rider, often using motorcycles to participate in charity events supporting causes such as 9/11 first responders and breast cancer research. While Joel has been spending more time in South Florida, he still maintains homes on Long Island, including a Centre Island estate currently listed for $29.9 million. A date for the auction of his motorcycles has yet to be announced. Billy's illustrious career as a musician began back in the mid-1960s, which led to the release of debut studio album, Cold Spring Harbor (1971). But it failed to gain any real traction until after the success of his follow-up, Piano Man (1973), that peaked at number 25 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number four on the Adult Contemporary singles chart. Now an established name on the musical landscape, Joel became a million seller with the release of Streetlife Serenade (1974), but his commercial breakout making him a bonafide star came with the release of The Stranger (1977), which featured the hit singles Movin' Out (Anthony's Song), Just The Way You Are, She's Always a Woman, The Stranger, and Only The Good Die Young. He would go on to release a 13th album - Fantasies & Delusions (2001) - that features classical compositions from Joel, a first for him during his career. With over 160 million records sold worldwide, Billy Joel is one of the world's best-selling musical artists, and the fourth-best-selling solo artist in the United States.
Daily Mail
15 minutes ago
- Daily Mail
Billionaire David Geffen, 82, slams his boytoy ex who lodged explosive sex-and-drugs lawsuit against him
David Geffen has doubled down on insisting his estranged boytoy husband's claims he's a sex and drug-crazed abuser are 'a work of fiction'. Donovan Michaels, 32, alleges his billionaire ex-beau Geffen, 82, forced him to take drugs, subjected him to abusive sex and controlled his every move. Among the salacious claims in his lawsuit were that Geffen forced him to have all his body hair lasered off and once flew into a rage at the sight of an ingrown hair. The pair met in 2016 on a dating website often used by rich people looking for much younger partners. Geffen, a movie and music producer worth about $9 billion, allegedly paid Michaels $10,000 for sex on the night they met, according to the lawsuit filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court as part of their messy divorce. The pair began a relationship and married in 2023 without a prenup, according to the complaint that accuses Geffen of breach of contract. Geffen promised the Daily Mail the claims were false and he would defend them, insisting there was never any agreement he would look after Michaels. 'There was no contract - express, written, oral, or implied - that has ever existed. We will be vigorously and righteously defending against this false, pathetic lawsuit,' his lawyer Patty Glaser said hours after the lawsuit was filed. Geffen on Saturday made good on his promise with a written response to the court calling the claims 'ludicrous and contrived'. 'Plaintiff cannot embarrass Geffen and extort a settlement with petty gossip and salacious lies,' the document read. Geffen's lawyers denied Michaels' claim that the billionaire promised to give him a life of luxury until his death, along with shared ownership of assets. The response declared there were no agreements of this nature in Geffen's estate planning documents or financial records. He detailed how Michaels burned through massive amounts of cash during their relationship, using assistants to charge luxury purchases to Geffen's accounts. This included fine clothing, plastic surgery, extravagant gifts for friends, and as the marriage began to break down he spent big on OnlyFans and male escorts. 'Geffen loved Plaintiff and treated him with nothing but kindness, respect, and generosity throughout their relationship,' the filing claimed. The response cited the billionaire's friends and staff describing Michaels as 'living like a king' off Geffen's money during the marriage. All the while, it claimed, Michaels was hiding affairs and cocaine and ketamine addictions that persisted even after Geffen paid for rehab. Geffen's filing also rubbished claims he left Michaels destitute and homeless after cutting him off when he filed for divorce in May. He noted the younger man was living rent-free in one of his New York apartments and received a voluntary monthly allowance. Geffen's lawyers characterized the lawsuit as an attempt by Michaels to embarrass him into a settlement that he neither deserved nor needed, and asked for it to be dismissed. Michaels claimed in the lawsuit that he was targeted by Geffen because he was a vulnerable, marginalized young gay black man who spent the majority of his life bouncing around in the foster care system before turning to erotic dancing to make ends meet. The lawsuit claimed Geffen commanded Michaels to use drugs like cocaine and MDMA alongside the entertainment mogul's friends on his 450-foot superyacht, The Rising Sun. The suit also claimed Geffen enjoyed physically dominating his sexual partners and causing them pain, which triggered Michaels' childhood trauma. This allegedly caused him digestive issues, headaches and a desire to isolate himself. The complaint claimed Geffen told Michaels 'where to go, what to wear, what to read, what to watch, and what to say'. The lawsuit even accused the billionaire of making Michaels to undergo painful cosmetic treatments. Geffen is also claimed to have told Michaels he had to be constantly available to him, preventing him from being able to pursue a modeling career. Michaels' lawsuit claimed Geffen did this because after years of being 'a prop in Geffen's theater of virtue', Michaels finally approached his husband and asked to renegotiate the terms of their union. He 'wanted a new beginning wherein he could stand shoulder to shoulder with Geffen as an equal free from power dynamics that existed', the lawsuit claimed. Michaels claimed Geffen rejected this, cut him off financially, and immediately demanded a divorce. 'It was a sick game,' the complaint claimed. 'Michaels became a prop in Geffen's theater of virtue, paraded around as evidence of Geffen's supposed altruism, while privately used as a sexual commodity.' The complaint claimed while Geffen was at the Jeff Bezos–Lauren Sanchez wedding in Venice in late June, he ordered Michaels to 'immediately vacate' their New York property, leaving him without a home. 'At the very same time, Geffen was decadently and extravagantly partying and dancing the night away in Venice, Italy with the other .0001 percent of the wealthiest people on the planet,' it claimed. One of the divorce documents prepared by Geffen's lawyers claimed the pair separated in on February 22, 2025, months before the Bezos wedding. As well as Michael's claims about their final days together, the lawsuit includes astonishing allegations about what went on during their relationship. 'Geffen also found additional ways to satisfy his unquenchable thirst for control over Michaels,' the lawsuit claimed. 'With backhanded insults and put-downs about Michaels' past and lack of sophistication, Geffen cultivated Michaels' insecurity and self-doubt. He critiqued every aspect of Michaels' appearance and exercised strict control over his body hygiene.' The billionaire record executive is accused in the lawsuit of ordering his ex-lover to 'undergo extensive, painful' treatments to conform to his idea of 'perfection.' 'Geffen required Michaels to undergo extensive, painful laser and dental treatments. Even something as minor as an ingrown hair could provoke Geffen's ire and prompt a barrage of instructions to correct the imperfection,' according to the complaint. Michaels claimed he was 'awestruck by Geffen', a 'philanthropist' who 'talked the talk' when the younger man revealed issues 'during his underprivileged upbringing', during the ill-fated couple's first meeting nine years ago. He claimed he 'opened up to Geffen', confiding in him 'about the painful realities of his life – his traumatic upbringing in the Michigan foster care system, his lack of a real family, his instability, and his prior run-ins with the law'. 'He spoke candidly, not to gain sympathy from Geffen, but because he believed he had finally found someone who could understand and maybe even care,' it added. But Michaels claimed his future husband 'weaponized [his] vulnerability to fulfill his own personal fantasies', including the lucrative financial transaction he alleges was made on the first night they met. The former model turned go-go dancer claimed in his lawsuit that Geffen 'used Michaels' tragic story not as a reason to offer genuine support, but as a grooming tool – casting himself as savior, "white knight," mentor, and gatekeeper to a better life'. The younger man claimed he became a 'private sexual object and a public prop' that Geffen allegedly used to show off his 'self-proclaimed altruism to impress his powerful network'. 'From that moment forward, Geffen began transporting Michaels across the globe as his paid sex worker,' the complaint claimed.
The Sun
39 minutes ago
- The Sun
Where the winners of The Biggest Loser are now – from criticising show to putting ALL of their weight back on
THEY dropped jaw-dropping amounts of weight on The Biggest Loser - but what happened after the cameras stopped rolling? The reality show that promised life-changing transformations has been hit with controversy as a new Netflix doc teases the harsh training, extreme diets and the hidden toll on contestants' mental health. 11 11 The show ran for 18 gruelling seasons until 2016, with contestants battling it out over 30 weeks to shed the most pounds. The winner earned the title of 'the biggest loser' - and the glory that came with it. From day one, it was a smash hit, capturing millions of viewers who couldn't get enough of the dramatic weight-loss journeys and nail-biting finales. For nearly two decades, it became a cultural phenomenon, sparking conversations about fitness, fame and the cost of transformation. But former stars have opened up about the physical and emotional battles they faced long after the cameras stopped rolling - with some struggling to keep the weight off, and others revealing the dark side of fame. A brand-new Netflix three-part docuseries, Fit for TV: The Reality Behind The Biggest Loser, lifts the lid on the show's lightning-fast rise to fame. It's a raw, eye-opening look behind the scenes, told straight from the mouths of those who lived through the drama. But where are the winners now? Have they kept the weight off, or has life after the spotlight been just as tough? Ryan Benson 11 Ryan made history as The Biggest Loser's first-ever champ, dropping a whopping 122lbs. Just days after the cameras stopped rolling, Ryan told Time he piled back on 32lbs in just FIVE days simply by drinking water. By 2017, he confessed to TooFab he was actually two pounds heavier than at his heaviest back in 2004. These days, Ryan's turned things around, back on his fitness grind and, according to his Instagram bio, 'doing my best to live a healthy life' - while also sharing sweet snaps with his family. He recently spoke out about the gruelling routines he had to endure on the show, telling People: 'It hurt to do anything when you'd wake up in the morning. It was definitely tough for me. I was lucky I never got hurt or injured myself.' Ryan said contestants were 'set up to fail' and 'exploited' for entertainment value, with extreme methods used to speed up weight loss for the cameras. He recalled: 'Doctors tested our urine the day of our last weigh-in, and they told me there was blood in mine because I was so dehydrated. My wife was so mad at me, she said 'Nothing is worth this'.' Danny Cahill 11 Danny shed a jaw-dropping 239lbs in just seven months to win The Biggest Loser Season 8 — one of the most dramatic transformations the show had ever seen. 'I've got my life back,' he said at the time. 'I mean, I feel like a million bucks.' In 2016, Danny told ABC News: 'I did feel like a million bucks for a couple years. I kept the weight off completely… I was working out two hours a day and riding my bike all over town. Once that stopped, the weight started creeping back on.' Indeed, Danny has now regained all of the weight he lost on the show, and is open about his struggles in the new documentary. He's also an author, musician, and land surveyor - and happily married, often sharing loved-up snaps with his wife on Instagram. Ali Vincent 11 Ali made history in 2008 as the first woman to ever win The Biggest Loser, dropping an incredible 112lbs during Season 5. 'Nearly half of me had vanished,' she wrote in an essay for The Weigh We Were. After her win, Ali penned a book, Believe It, Be It, and fronted her own show, Live Big With Ali Vincent. But years later, Ali admitted she'd regained the weight she lost. 'I swore I would never be there again,' she posted on Facebook in 2016. 'I couldn't imagine a day again that I would weigh over 200lbs. I feel ashamed. I feel embarrassed. I feel overwhelmed. I feel like a failure.' That same year, she opened up to Oprah about the personal trauma she believes led to her weight gain. Now, Ali is in a far happier place, living life with her wife and their children. Her Instagram bio reads: "Living the dream! I know I'll never be that perfect mom but I also know I'll be perfect at attempting to be!" Jeremy Britt 11 Jeremy smashed records when he shed a jaw-dropping 199lbs to be crowned The Biggest Loser - becoming the youngest-ever winner at just 23. The Michigan lad competed alongside his sister Conda, and told the Daily News in 2012 they were both committed to staying healthy for life. 'Keeping up with all the stuff we learned throughout the show — there's not an end goal anymore,' he said. 'The end goal is being healthy for the rest of our lives.' These days, he looks unrecognisable — leaner than ever — and juggles life as a dad, husband and aspiring chef. Now Executive Sous Chef at The Buttermilk Ranch, Jeremy regularly shares adorable family snaps on Instagram, from beach days to fun outings with his kids. Helen Phillips 11 Helen made history as The Biggest Loser's oldest-ever champ — and the contestant to drop the most weight, an incredible 140lbs. She said: "I feel like I can do anything," and she's only put 18lbs back on since her win. Now, 61, she dedicates her time to tackling childhood obesity. According to the Times, she wakes up at 4:30 in the morning, hits the gym for two hours and visits two more times before the day is done. Helen has also been open about undergoing plastic surgery to remove excess skin, sharing her journey in a candid video for fans. Patrick House 11 Patrick is still in top form — weighing just 16lbs more than when he won The Biggest Loser — and now focused on building muscle. The Season 10 champ, who shed a staggering 181lbs — 45% of his body weight — has since run multiple races, including three Boston Marathons, and works closely with overweight teens to inspire their own transformations. Patrick also penned the book As Big as a House and spends much of his time travelling the US for motivational speaking gigs and public appearances. 'I travel the country doing motivational speaking engagements and appearances,' he said, encouraging others to chase their own goals. Olivia Ward Olivia stunned fans in Season 11 with one of the show's most dramatic transformations — dropping from 261lbs to just 129 to be crowned The Biggest Loser. Now only 10lbs heavier, she's kept the weight off and built a career as a health guru, appearing regularly on The Dr. Drew Show alongside her sister Hannah. These days, Olivia is a master instructor at SoulCycle in Atlanta and a proud mum, often sharing her healthy lifestyle on Instagram. She also co-founded CounterBalance — a three-month intensive wellness programme — with Hannah, helping others transform their bodies and minds. Toma Dobrosavljevic 11 Toma was on top of the world after winning Season 16 in 2015, telling Us Weekly: 'I feel incredible.' The former soccer star from Addison, Illinois, shed a jaw-dropping 171lbs — dropping from 336lbs to just 165lbs — to scoop the grand prize in the show's all-athlete season. But a year later, in 2016, Toma revealed on Facebook that a calf injury had caused his weight to creep back up. Still, he's managed to keep the bulk of the weight off and has even landed endorsement deals with Planet Fitness and proving his transformation is still paying off. Rachel Frederickson 11 Rachel made headlines as one of The Biggest Loser's most dramatic transformations — shedding a staggering 155lbs, or 60% of her body weight, to take the crown. But her finale appearance at just 105lbs sparked concern from fans, with some saying she looked 'too thin.' She told Today that the criticism affected her self-esteem, saying, "It was absolutely healthy weight loss. I dieted and exercised and did it healthy the whole way." Since then, Rachel has put around 20lbs back on, settling into a healthier balance after her whirlwind weight-loss journey. She told Us Weekly: "I've gone up about 20 pounds. I think I'm at my perfect weight! I work out an hour, six days a week. I love classes like SoulCycle. I also loosely count calories, but sometimes I might eat an Oreo. It's not the end of the world." However, Rachel hasn't been pictured in years so it remains unknown how her current weight journey is going.
