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CNN —Former President Donald Trump has praised South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, who was once seen as a potential running mate and is now facing backlash over revelations in her new book that she shot and killed her 14-month-old dog. “She’s a terrific person,” Trump said in an interview with radio hosts Clay Travis and Buck Sexton that aired Tuesday. CNN previously reported that Noem had already fallen off Trump’s vice presidential candidate shortlist long before the latest controversy began. Trump’s praise also comes amid escalating tensions between Noem and tribal leaders in South Dakota over her previous remarks about Native American communities.

Persons: Donald Trump, Kristi Noem, ” Trump, Clay Travis, Buck Sexton, “, ”, there’s, ” Noem, Joe Biden’s, Noem, Kim Jong Un, Trump’s, James Singer, CNN’s Kit Maher, Kristen Holmes Organizations: CNN, South Dakota Gov, Cricket, White, North, Trump, Biden Locations: North Korean, Manhattan, South Dakota

☆ Planning to propose during Taylor Swift's Eras Tour? Think again, relationship experts say.
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-13 | by ( Mikhaila Friel | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Mansfield said an Eras Tour proposal could be "really romantic" but urged couples to ensure their motives were deep. Make sure your partner would enjoy a public proposalAnother important factor to consider is whether your partner would enjoy a public proposal. Jaime Bronstein, a relationship therapist, said an Eras Tour proposal is a great idea if Swift's music has played a "significant role in your relationship." However, she added that it's important to check if a public proposal is something your partner would feel comfortable with. "If your significant other is more private or would prefer a more intimate setting, a public proposal at a concert might cause discomfort or anxiety," she said.

Persons: —, Taylor, Swift, Carmen Castillo, Castillo, Vernon Chamorro, We'd, Kate Mansfield, Tammy Nelson, Mansfield, Octavio Jones, Nelson, Chamorro, Alyssa Hildebrand, Forbes, Travis Kelce's, Jaime Bronstein Organizations: Service, Business Locations: TikTok, Tampa , Florida, Nicaragua, Singapore

☆ Why are luxury brands waging war on the ‘upcycled’ clothing market?
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-13 | by ( Sarah Kent | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +10 min

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published by The Business of Fashion, an editorial partner of CNN Style. The design was upcycled from vintage Chanel scarves by stylist Logan Horne, whose brand, J. Logan Home, specializes in refashioning heritage luxury accessories. Fashion brands' legal claims are varied but ultimately boil down to concerns that third parties are free-riding on brands’ valuable IP in ways that could risk confusing consumers, eroding primary sales and tarnishing or diluting carefully cultivated marks. Some big brands, like Prada, Gucci and indeed Levi’s, have already dabbled with upcycling collections and programs of their own. These days, she says she’s having about a conversation a week with brands interested in exploring collaboration, but the industry moves slowly.

Persons: Travis Kelce, Logan Horne, Logan, Webster, They’ve, Chanel, Horne, ”, Susan Scafidi, J, Logan Home’s, Christian Vierig, Louis Vuitton, Levi’s, Jeremy Moeller, Irene Calboli, ” Chanel, des, Batsheva Hay, Monica Schipper, “, Hay, upcycling, I’m, Prada, Gucci, Anna Foster, Gabriela Hearst Organizations: The, Fashion, CNN, NFL, Dua, Law, Paris Fashion, Business of, “, Getty, Logan Home, Texas, M University, Fashion Trust, Business of Fashion, Industry Locations: New York, Texas, Beverly Hills , California, India, Europe

Connected fitness company Hydrow, which Peloton once tried to buy, is growing sales and has acquired a majority stake in strength training company Speede Fitness as gymgoers move away from cardio exercises in favor of weights, the company told CNBC on Thursday. It said it acquired Speede Fitness so it can expand into strength training, one of the fastest-growing segments in fitness today. Hydrow's acquisition and sales growth come as Peloton, which is credited with creating the connected fitness market, struggles to turn around a slowing business. Hydrow's delivered unit sales for its connected rowing machine jumped 23% this year from the year-ago period. Peloton debuted its rowing machine, the Peloton Row, in September 2022, but has done little to advertise or highlight the $3,000 machine.

Persons: Hydrow, Bruce Smith, John Stellato, Smith, Travis Kelce, Justin Timberlake, Thomas Fitzgerald, Hydrow's Organizations: CNBC, Kansas City Chiefs

☆ Staying together for your kids, like Donna and Ed Kelce did, is good — if you do it right, a therapist says. Here's how.
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-09 | by ( Julia Pugachevsky | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Donna Kelce shared her reasons for delaying her divorce from Ed Kelce. Donna Kelce, mother of football players Jason and Travis Kelce, approached it a little differently. "But there are a lot of ways to have a marriage and a family," Morley said, that don't necessarily require romance or sex. AdvertisementFrom the way Donna and Ed Kelce talk about coming to their choice together, Morley said it shows "they did this with intentionality." Ed Kelce (top row, third from left), Donna Kelce, Jason Kelce, and Taylor Swift watching Travis Kelce play in the 2024 Super Bowl.

Persons: Donna Kelce, Ed Kelce, Jason, Travis Kelce, —, it's, Martha Stewart, Kelce, Stewart, Dr, Isabelle Morley, Morley, Jason Kelce, It's, Donna, they're, Taylor Swift, Tim Nwachukwu Organizations: Service, University of Cincinnati, Bowling Green State University's National, for Family Locations: Boston

☆ Jason and Travis Kelce's parents agreed to postpone their divorce until after their sons finished college
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-09 | by ( Amanda Goh | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Donna Kelce says she and her ex-husband Ed decided to stay married until their sons finished college. Both parents still regularly attend their sons' NFL games, sometimes with Taylor Swift. AdvertisementDonna Kelce, 71, says she and ex-husband Ed decided to divorce only after their sons Jason and Travis Kelce graduated from college. AdvertisementThe Kelce family lived in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, and both Jason and Travis went on to study and play football at the University of Cincinnati. Even though they have been separated for some time, both parents still regularly attend their sons' NFL games.

Persons: Donna Kelce, Ed, Kelce, Martha Stewart, Taylor Swift, —, Jason, Travis Kelce, Travis, Sofía Vergara, Joe Manganiello, Kevin Costner, Christine Baumgartner, Reese Witherspoon, Jim Toth, Gwyneth Paltrow, Alex Kapp Organizations: NFL, Service, University of Cincinnati, Philadelphia Eagles, Kansas City Chiefs, Bowling Green State University's National, for Family Locations: Cleveland Heights , Ohio

☆ Critical Role is expanding its nerd empire. One longtime partner is about to be left in the dust.
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-09 | by ( Cheryl Teh | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Now, Critical Role is striking out on its own with the launch of Beacon, an in-house membership service. AdvertisementBeacon essentially gives people what they get with a Twitch subscription — instant access to VODs of their livestreams, but with some additional perks. The $5.99-a-month Beacon membership comes with exclusive access to additional Critical Role programs. Critical Role CEO Travis Willingham added that with "every windfall," the team continues to "purposefully reinvest" in their company to make more content.

Persons: —, Marisha Ray, Ray, Travis Willingham, Matthew Mercer, Twitch Organizations: Service, Business, YouTube, Amazon, Hasbro, Beacon Locations: Twitch, London

☆ The Chair of the FDIC is facing calls to resign after scathing report. The implications for banks could be significant
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-08 | by ( Elisabeth Buchwald | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

New York CNN —Martin Gruenberg, the chair of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, is facing a barrage of calls from lawmakers to resign after a scathing 234-page report released Tuesday detailed pervasive sexual harassment, discrimination and bullying at the agency. If he heeds the calls, there could be significant ramifications for banks across the country. “We do recognize that, as a number of FDIC employees put it in talking about Chairman Gruenberg, culture ‘starts at the top,’” the report said. Gruenberg’s temperament “may hinder his ability to establish trust and confidence in leading meaningful culture change,” the report added. Aside from Democratic Rep. Bill Foster, Democrats have stopped short of calling on Gruenberg to resign.

Persons: New York CNN — Martin Gruenberg, Cleary Gottlieb Steen, Gruenberg, ‘, ’, “, ” That’s, CNN Gruenberg “, Joe Biden, Bill Foster, That’s, Travis Hill, Rulemaking, ” Dennis Kelleher, Hill, Cowen, Sen, Elizabeth Warren aren’t, Karine Jean, Pierre didn’t, Biden, Kelleher Organizations: New, New York CNN, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Hamilton, FDIC, CNN, Democrat, Democratic Rep, Republican, Senate, Democratic, Better, Federal Reserve, White Locations: New York, Basel

☆ The FDIC is a 'boys club' where some senior execs pursued romantic relationships with their staff, says new report
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-08 | by ( Meghan Morris | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, or FDIC, has a "patriarchal" culture, according to an independent report. The bank regulator took no action on dozens of harassment complaints and moved wrongdoers around. The report said the FDIC has dismissed myriad harassment complaints and that wrongdoers are moved around internally or promoted. AdvertisementThe independent investigators spent nine pages discussing FDIC chairman Martin Gruenberg's conduct. The FDIC did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Business Insider sent outside standard hours.

Persons: —, Cleary Gottlieb Steen, Hamilton, Martin Gruenberg's, Gruenberg, Travis Hill, Karine Jean, Pierre didn't Organizations: Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Service, Wall Street Journal, FDIC, Democrat, Republican, White, Business Insider Locations: wrongdoers, Gruenberg

☆ ‘Someone’s Going to End Up Dead’: Settlements Over Fatal Astroworld Concert
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-08 | by ( J. David Goodman | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

A lawyer for Live Nation, the concert company, said in court on Wednesday that settlements had been reached in all but one of the lawsuits over the deaths of 10 people who were fatally crushed during a performance by Travis Scott at the 2021 Astroworld festival in Houston. The disclosure came as lawyers were preparing for the first trial over the deaths. A lawyer for the plaintiffs in that case confirmed that a settlement had been reached with the defendants, including Mr. Scott, Live Nation and Apple, which live-streamed the event. The trial had been expected to present a jury with harrowing testimony about the chaotic conditions at the Nov. 5, 2021, concert and the warnings raised by some of those working there. The victims, including two teenagers and a 9-year-old boy, suffocated in the midst of the heaving crowd while Mr. Scott performed.

Persons: Travis Scott, Scott Organizations: Live, Apple Locations: Houston, United States

☆ US soldier was arrested in Russia last week
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-06 | by ( Natasha Bertrand | Oren Liebermann | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —An American soldier was detained in Russia last week on suspicion of theft and is currently being held in pre-trial detention, according to two US officials. “The Army notified his family and the U.S. Department of State is providing appropriate consular support to the Soldier in Russia. The soldier was stationed in South Korea when he took leave to travel to Russia on his own, according to another US official. A State Department official confirmed that a US citizen had been detained in Russia but would not provide further details. Last July, another soldier stationed in South Korea willingly crossed into North Korea where he was immediately detained.

Persons: Gordon Black, ” “, ”, Cynthia Smith, “, Evan Gershkovich, Marine Paul Whelan, Ksenia Karelina, John Kirby, haven’t, ” Kirby, Travis King, King, CNN’s Jennifer Hansler, Kylie Atwood Organizations: CNN, US Army, Army, Russian Federation, U.S . Department of State, Vienna Convention, Consular Relations, Soldier, US State Department, Street, Marine, NBC News, State Department, US, National Security, Joint Security Area, Incheon International Locations: American, Russia, South Korea, Vladivostok “, Vienna, Ukraine, Cavazos, Texas, Moscow, North Korea, United States, Incheon, Seoul

☆ Lando Norris claims first win of F1 career, storming to victory at Miami Grand Prix in front of star-studded crowd
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-06 | by ( Ben Morse | Thomas Schlachter | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —Lando Norris won the first race of his Formula One career, storming to victory at the Miami Grand Prix on Sunday in front of a crowd flooded with celebrities. Sunday’s victory was also McLaren’s first grand prix victory since 2021 – and second in the last 12 years. “He drove perfectly, the car was really fast.”Norris finished 7.61 seconds ahead of second-placed Verstappen to win the 2024 Miami Grand Prix. The F1 season next heads to Italy for the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix with the race weekend starting on May 17. This year’s attendance at the Miami Grand Prix was a sold out 275,000 across the race weekend, according to Formula One.

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☆ Man Behind California Forever, Silicon Valley's City of the Future
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-05 | by ( Hugh Langley | Adam Rogers | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +29 min

He sees California Forever. And if he can't undo the damage, there may never be a California Forever. California Forever may be a subdivision, but it's precisely the kind of subdivision America needs right now. But here's the thing: California Forever may be a subdivision, but it's precisely the kind of subdivision America needs right now. Places like California Forever aren't being opposed by the people who are desperate for a place to live.

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☆ Dating a celebrity is the ultimate fantasy. A PR expert and a therapist explain if it can actually work.
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-04 | by ( Olivia Singh | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +11 min

But being in a relationship with a celebrity isn't all it's hyped up to be in the movies. "It's not the people in the relationship," Anderson said. AdvertisementThis persistent surveillance can be exhausting and strain a relationship, Anderson said. To work, these relationships need time out of the spotlightEven though the odds might seem stacked against a celebrity and civilian couple, these relationships aren't necessarily doomed. AdvertisementIn a public setting, Anderson said that the normal person has to accept that they'll be sidelined by their famous partner.

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☆ Kendrick Lamar and Drake's beef explained, from its 2013 origins to their diss tracks "Push Ups" and "6:16 in LA" and latest responses
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-04 | by ( Ayomikun Adekaiyero | Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +26 min

Both rappers released diss tracks that took blistering personal shots on Friday night. "He doesn't have the heart for the lying, disrespect, and animosity it requires to make an effective diss track," Pierre wrote. Later in the track, Drake references Cole's diss track and apology. At the end of the track, Lamar samples a 1994 Tupac interview to simulate a conversation between the two rappers. "6:16 in LA" also parodies Drake's song titles, which often feature location names and timestamps.

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☆ The portfolio manager whisperers
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-03 | by ( Alex Morrell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +24 min

AdvertisementHistorically, a hedge fund's chief investment office or senior portfolio manager was responsible for vetting and wooing key investment hires. They can also help hedge funds save on outside recruiting costs, which can add up to tens of millions a year. Hedge funds targeted institutional salespeople at investment banks with exposure to hedge funds, as well as asset allocators with chops in portfolio-manager selection and due diligence. Assets at multimanager hedge funds have boomed since 2018. The principle may work for fictional baseball diamonds, but the reality at hedge funds is more complicated.

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☆ Travis Kalanick's $15 billion food tech company cuts employees globally in profitability push
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-03 | by ( Meghan Morris | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

download the appSign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Read previewSix months after layoffs at food technology company City Storage Systems, another round of cuts hit teams globally, per leaked audio obtained by Business Insider. More than 80 US employees were cut at Otter, the company's restaurant tech arm, said a source familiar with the people laid off. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. In fall 2021, CEO Travis Kalanick raised $850 million for CSS from investors including Microsoft, at a $15 billion valuation.

Persons: —, Guido Gabrielli, Otter, Travis Kalanick, Kalanick, Uber, Gabrielli Organizations: Service, Storage Systems, Business, CSS, Microsoft, BI Locations: Canada, Latin America

☆ Elon Musk and 'anti-Biden brain trust' bonded at exclusive Hollywood Hills dinner, report says
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-01 | by ( Katherine Tangalakis-Lippert | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read previewElon Musk, at an exclusive April dinner, commiserated with a group of billionaires about their distrust in Democratic politicians like Joe Biden, according to a new report by Puck. The outlet reported that Musk and venture capitalist David Sacks hosted the private event at Sacks' $23 million estate in the Hollywood Hills. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Related storiesRepresentatives for Musk, Sacks, and other dinner attendees identified by Puck did not immediately respond to requests for comment from Business Insider. "In the past I voted Democrat, because they were (mostly) the kindness party," Musk wrote in a tweet in May 2022.

Persons: —, Elon, Joe Biden, Puck, David Sacks, Sacks, Peter Thiel, Travis Kalanick, Steven Mnuchin, Donald Trump, Biden, Musk, Michael Milken, Milken's, Milken, Trump, OpenSecrets, Don Lemon, Lemon Organizations: Service, Hollywood, Business, Democratic, Biden, Houston Chronicle, SpaceX hasn't, Trump, National Republican Congressional Committee, Democratic Party, Republican, The New York Times, CNN Locations: Palm Beach , Florida

☆ How to tell if you can actually afford a major purchase: 'Most people genuinely have no idea,' says self-made millionaire
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-01 | by ( Kamaron Mcnair | In Kamaronmcnair | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Most people 'genuinely have no idea'The couple's recent major purchases include an awning and rack for their van and a vacation to Barbados. In both instances, they considered whether or not they could afford the purchase on a monthly basis, Sethi said. "This is very common, and most people genuinely have no idea how to decide if they can afford something." Like many people, Callie and Travis think about their budget on a monthly basis, rather than an annual one. "Until now, they would go on trips, charge up a bunch of stuff, and then get surprised at how much it all cost," Sethi said.

Persons: Callie, Travis, Ramit Sethi, Rich, Sethi, Skip Locations: Texas, Barbados, Alaska

☆ Caitlin Clark and Connor McCaffery have been dating for over a year. Here's a timeline of their relationship.
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-30 | by ( Mykenna Maniece | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

In April 2024, Caitlin Clark and Connor McCaffery celebrated their one-year anniversary of dating. Now, they live in Indiana, with Clark playing for the Fever and McCaffery working for the Pacers. The sports world has a new power couple: Caitlin Clark and Connor McCaffery. The first overall pick in the WNBA Draft has been dating the former University of Iowa basketball player and Indiana Pacers team assistant since April 2023. As the Pacers continue their playoff run and Clark prepares for her Indiana Fever debut, here's a breakdown of everything you need to know about their relationship.

Persons: Caitlin Clark, Connor McCaffery, Clark, —, Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce, they've Organizations: University of Iowa, Pacers, Service, WNBA, Indiana Pacers, Indiana Fever Locations: Indiana

☆ Travis Kelce’s new contract with Kansas City Chiefs makes him highest paid tight end in NFL, reps say
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-29 | by ( Kevin Dotson | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

CNN —Three-time Super Bowl champion and four-time All-Pro Travis Kelce has signed a record contract for NFL tight ends, according to his representatives. “Back at it again, baby!” Kelce, an 11-year veteran, exclaimed in a video posted by the team on X, formerly Twitter. The $17.125 million yearly average outpaces New York Giants tight end Darren Waller, who had been the league’s highest-paid player in the position, with a salary of $17 million per year, per Spotrac. After winning his third Super Bowl, he and Swift took a vacation in the Bahamas. In an exclusive interview with People magazine, the tight end shared his joy about his current life.

Persons: Travis Kelce, “, ” Kelce, ”, Darren Waller, Patrick Mahomes, y’all I’ll, Taylor Swift, Swift Organizations: CNN, NFL, KC, Sports, New York Giants, Chiefs, Kelce, Bowl Locations: Bahamas

☆ Travis Clayton: Why the Buffalo Bills picked a player in NFL Draft who has never played football
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-29 | by ( Ben Morse | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

And on Saturday, the Buffalo Bills drafted someone who they hope will have a similar effect as Mailata, despite never having played a snap of football. With the 221st overall pick and the first pick of the seventh round, the Bills selected Travis Clayton, a former rugby player from the United Kingdom. Clayton has never played in a football game but possesses the raw tools that could translate to play offensive tackle in the league. Clayton played for Basingstoke Rugby club, which plays in the Counties 2 Hampshire Division, the eighth tier of English rugby. Our man Travis Clayton drafted by the Bills.

Persons: Jarryd Hayne, Christian Wade, Louis Rees, Zammit, Jordan Mailata, Travis Clayton, Clayton, Brandon Beane, Jeff Roberson, ” Clayton, “, Lance Zierlein, Zierlein, ” Organizations: CNN, Welsh, Kansas City Chiefs, NFL, Philadelphia Eagles, Buffalo Bills, Bills, ” Bills, Basingstoke Rugby, Hampshire Division, rugby, “ Locations: United Kingdom, Basingstoke, England, Counties

☆ Travis Kelce auctioned 4 tickets for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour — and made $80,000
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-29 | by ( Mikhaila Friel | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Travis Kelce auctioned off four Taylor Swift Eras Tour tickets for $80,000 at a charity event. In 2023, Swift's Eras Tour contributed significantly to her estimated earnings of $1.1 billion. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementTravis Kelce sold four tickets to Taylor Swift's Eras Tour for $80,000 at a charity auction hosted by Patrick Mahomes. Swift seemingly decided to auction off the tickets spontaneously, as they weren't included in the docket.

Persons: Travis Kelce, Taylor, Patrick Mahomes, —, Swift Organizations: Service, Business Locations: Las Vegas

☆ Photos of the 5 locations Taylor Swift mentions in her new album, 'The Tortured Poets Department'
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-27 | by ( Ayomikun Adekaiyero | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Taylor Swift's new album, "The Tortured Poets Department," name-drops five locations in the US and UK. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementLocations in the US and UK are enjoying newfound fame after Taylor Swift referenced them in her new album, "The Tortured Poets Department." It's the latest example of "Taylor Swift Effect," where everything the pop star touches has the potential to turn to gold. When Swift began publicly dating NFL football player Travis Kelce last September, sales of jerseys carrying his name spiked by 400%.

Persons: Taylor, —, Taylor Swift, Jennifer Adams, Thrillist, we've, Swift, Travis Kelce Organizations: Poets Department, Service, Walton, Google, Business, NFL Locations: London, Destin , Florida, Destin

☆ Donna Kelce shares that Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift double dated with Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-25 | by ( Lisa Respers France | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

CNN —Mama Kelce is loving Taylor Swift’s new album. Donna Kelce, mother to Swift’s boyfriend Travis Kelce as well as Jason Kelce, was a part of QVC’s Age of Possibility summit held in Las Vegas, Nevada this week. “Didn’t stay up till midnight [Swift dropped the new album last week at that time], but I did listen to it,” Donna Kelce said. I really do.”Mama Kelce went on to say that Swift is, “very respectful,” “very generous.”“I really realy like her,” she said of Swift. The publication reported Kelce learned that Bradley Cooper and his mother, Gloria, would also be attending the QVC event after Travis Kelce texted her a picture of him and Swift enjoying a double date on the beach in Carmel, California with Cooper and model Gigi Hadid.

Persons: Kelce, Taylor, Donna Kelce, Travis Kelce, Jason Kelce, “ Didn’t, Swift, “, Mama Kelce, ” “, ”, Bradley Cooper, Gloria, Cooper, Gigi Hadid, Hadid Organizations: CNN, YouTube, Poets Department, People, QVC Locations: Las Vegas , Nevada, Carmel , California

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