In a revealing episode of the Unapologetically Angel podcast, Kayla Nicole, the former girlfriend of NFL star Travis Kelce, opened up about the intense online backlash she continues to face since Travis’s relationship with pop icon Taylor Swift became public.
Kayla, who dated Travis on and off from 2017 to 2022, expressed how the negativity from certain fans still affects her. “I would be lying if I said that that level of hate and just online chaos doesn’t impact me. It does, even to this day,” she shared, highlighting the ongoing vitriol she encounters on social media. She noted that her recent posts are often inundated with comments questioning her worth and talent, leaving her bewildered. “You could go to my most recent post, and it will be people debating why I am worthless and have no career,” she lamented.
Despite leaving her relationship with Travis on good terms, Kayla noted that the fan frenzy surrounding his new romance has led to unwarranted backlash directed at her. “There’s something about that level of fame that attracts crazy people,” she stated, emphasizing that she has done nothing to deserve such treatment.
When discussing her current dynamic with Travis, Kayla maintained a sense of professionalism. “If we see each other, I would probably just hit him with a head nod. We’re both aware of the nature of his new situation, and there’s no room for us to communicate without it being spun into something crazy,” she explained.
Kayla also reflected fondly on their time together, stating, “He’s a great guy, and that was a good time in my life.”
This isn’t the first time she has addressed the negativity she faces. In an earlier post on X, she directly called out her critics, asserting her right to mind her own business while urging them to leave her alone. “I’m unproblematic, solid as they come, and don’t expect a pat on the back for it either,” she wrote, adding that everyone has a breaking point.
As the relationship between Travis and Taylor continues to capture headlines, Kayla remains focused on her career and personal journey, navigating the complexities of being in the public eye with grace.
