Travis Kelce, fresh off his Super Bowl triumph, added another accolade to his collection by clinching the prestigious Athlete of the Year title at the 2024 People’s Choice Awards on Sunday, February 18.
Despite his absence from the ceremony held at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California, Kelce, 34, emerged victorious in a competitive field of nominees. Among those vying for the title were sports icons such as Coco Gauff, Giannis Antetokounmpo, LeBron James, Lionel Messi, Sabrina Ionescu, Simone Biles, and Stephen Curry. Notably, Kelce’s girlfriend, Taylor Swift, also had a successful night, securing four wins out of her five nominations, albeit being unable to attend due to her ongoing Eras Tour performances in Australia.
Kelce had previously expressed disbelief at his nomination during an episode of his “New Heights” podcast in January, humorously labeling it as “f–king nonsense.” He jokingly questioned the rationale behind his inclusion, quipping, “What did I do to get Athlete of the Year? I did SNL. How am I on this [list]?”
Despite his initial surprise, Kelce’s impressive achievements both on and off the field undoubtedly solidified his deserving claim to the prestigious title. With his remarkable talent, dedication, and contributions to the world of sports, Kelce continues to inspire and captivate audiences worldwide.
