Travis Kelce may be the highest-paid tight end in the NFL, but comedian Jimmy Kimmel found a way to poke fun at the Kansas City Chiefs star during his talk show on Tuesday, April 30.
“Congratulations to Travis Kelce,” Kimmel said as he opened his monologue. “He signed a two-year contract extension with the Kansas City Chiefs, making him the highest-paid tight end in the league.” This new contract extends Kelce’s deal through the 2027 season and adds $34.25 million to the two years remaining on his previous agreement.
However, Kimmel couldn’t resist joking about the disparity in wealth within Kelce’s relationship with pop superstar Taylor Swift. “That salary is gum money to Taylor,” he quipped, referencing Swift’s recent addition to Forbes’ Billionaires List. With an estimated fortune of $1.1 billion this year, the “Fortnite” superstar has certainly made headlines for her impressive financial standing.
Kimmel continued, “Can you imagine being in a relationship where you make $34 million and you’re still the broke boyfriend?” This humorous take highlighted the stark contrast between Kelce’s earnings and Swift’s immense wealth, especially given her recent achievements on the Billboard charts. Kimmel pointed out Swift’s historic accomplishment of occupying all of the top 14 spots on the Billboard Hot 100, noting that 29 of the 31 tracks from her latest album, *The Tortured Poets Department*, are in the top 50.
Kimmel concluded his segment by jokingly suggesting that Swift could win the Kentucky Derby if she wanted to, reflecting on her extraordinary success in the music industry.
This lighthearted exchange not only showcased Kimmel’s comedic style but also underscored the remarkable accomplishments of both Kelce and Swift, albeit from very different perspectives in terms of financial success.
