'Travis Kelce needs some black p*ssy': Antonio Brown blasted for vile racist and misogynistic attack on Taylor Swift over Travis Kelce
When
Taylor Swift
began dating Kansas City Chiefs star
Travis Kelce
in 2023, the relationship was celebrated as one of pop culture's biggest crossovers. But along with admiration came harsh criticism, and at the center of some of the most offensive commentary was former
NFL
wide receiver Antonio Brown. In late 2024, Brown targeted Swift with racially charged and misogynistic remarks, drawing outrage from fans and raising questions about how far personal attacks against celebrities should be allowed to go.
Antonio Brown's offensive attack on Taylor Swift reignites debate on misogyny, race and NFL culture
The controversy erupted after Swift skipped her second consecutive Chiefs game against the Los Angeles Chargers in October 2024. Brown seized the opportunity to blame the pop star for Kelce's slow start to the season. He went further, suggesting Kelce should date a Black woman, while crudely referencing Swift's body.
The comments struck many as not just disrespectful but deeply personal. They came on the heels of a bizarre series of previous attacks by Brown, including posting an AI-generated cartoon image of himself kissing a cheerleader resembling Swift and mocking her friendship with Brittany Mahomes, captioning a photo 'White People for Trump.'
Fans push back as
misogyny in sports
media takes center stage
Taylor Swift's fan base, known for its fierce loyalty, was quick to defend her. One supporter dismissed Brown as a 'pathetic loser,' while another pointed out, 'NFL star Antonio Brown is very unhappy that Ms. Swift missed a game? Maybe she's busy; did he stop to consider that?'
The incident reflected a larger issue in sports and entertainment: how women, particularly powerful women like Swift, become lightning rods for sexist and racist attacks. For Brown, whose NFL career ended in controversy, these remarks only cemented his reputation as a provocateur seeking relevance through shock value.
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Looking back, the episode underscored the intersection of celebrity culture, race, misogyny, and football — a reminder of how off-field narratives can overshadow the game itself.
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