A-lister’s surprise Super Bowl cameo; Taylor Swift looks stressed
One of Hollywood’s biggest names has appeared in the Super Bowl halftime show, amid a huge Travis Kelce rumour after he was spotted crying. See the video.
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Rapper Kendrick Lamar has stunned fans with a dazzling halftime show featuring A-list cameos at the Super Bowl in New Orleans.
Beloved Hollywood star Samuel L. Jackson appeared live in the stadium, performing lines of dialogue during Lamar’s set.
Lamar thrilled fans by performing his diss track Not Like Us, a song that takes aim at Drake, who is currently touring Australia.
Tennis star Serena Williams also stunned fans by making an appearance, crip-walking as Lamar performed Not Like Us.
It came as superstar Taylor Swift appeared concerned as she watched the game unfold from her VIP suite.
Swift looked stressed as the Philadelphia Eagles took the lead over the Kansas City Chiefs.
Speculation surrounding Kelce’s future has caused a frenzy amid rumours that the Super Bowl could be his last game and that the 35-year-old could be planning his retirement and that the outcome of the game could hinge on his decision.
NFL insider James Palmer said Kelce was “moved to tears” during his weekend speech to the team, sparking rumours he could be about to call time on his illustrious career.
“I’m told just like last year Travis Kelce was moved to tears during his speech to the team last night at the team hotel,” Palmer wrote on X.
“He’s an emotional person, and some in the organisation don’t want to admit it, but they do believe this could be his final game. He hasn’t said anything one way or another so we’ll see.”
Earlier, Eagles fans booed Swift when she appeared on the Caesars Superdome’s jumbo-tron TV screen.
Swift, dressed in a white top and denim cut-offs, appeared to laugh off the boos as she sat in her luxury suite with her gal pals the Haim sisters, Ice Spice and Ashley Avignone.
Meanwhile, NFL fans were left baffled by singer Jon Batiste’s jazzy version of the American national anthem at the Super Bowl, with one critic describing it as “shameful”.
In his powerful rendition, the Louisiana-born singer-songwriter brought a New Orleans spin to the Star Spangled Banner ahead of the game.
But some disgruntled fans accused the star of “disrespecting” the anthem with his version, which saw him repeating “the land of the free” line three times.
One angry fan took to X to express their disgust.
“Has to be one of the worst renditions of the USA national anthem in Super Bowl history that,” they wrote. “Shocking.”
Another said: “Sing the national anthem like the national anthem. It’s not a jazz improv song! This is shameful.”
One critic described Batiste’s rendition as “weak”.
However, others were more complimentary, with one taking to X to praise the version's ’s “Cajun flair”, while others called it “amazing” and “stunning ”.
Ahead of the Super Bowl, Batiste said he was “excited to figure out an arrangement that lasts the test of time”.
TRAVIS MAKES ENTRANCE IN WILD FASHION CHOICE
Travis Kelce earlier made a showstopping entrance as he arrived at the 2025 Super Bowl.
Known for his bold fashion choices, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end gave off 70s vibes in a striking brown suit paired with tinted sunglasses and a gold brooch.
Excited fans took to social media after his display, with one likening the NFL superstar to “one of the Bee Gees”.
The star took to the field to warm up for the game, in which the Kansas City Chiefs will take on the Philadelphia Eagles.
It came as his girlfriend Taylor Swift took full advantage of the New Orleans food scene ahead of Super Bowl 2025.
The pop star enjoyed dinner with mum Andrea, Kylie Kelce, and the musical HAIM sisters a night ahead of the big game, where the Kansas City Chiefs and Swift’s boyfriend, Travis Kelce, will attempt to chase down history with a Super Bowl three-peat against the Philadelphia Eagles.
The 35-year-old was spotted exiting a black SUV wearing a faux fur coat over a black top and black shorts paired with black boots and a matching black handbag. The look was finished off with her classic red lip.
The Grammy award-winner travelled with musicians Danielle and Alana Haim to the girls night at Gianna Restaurant, where they met Kelce at the bar.
Swift’s dad, Scott Swift, later joined the group, as he was seen chatting with Kelce among the rest of the group.
The night out on the town comes just a day following a double date that Swift and Kelce shared with Patrick Mahomes and wife Brittany Mahomes on Friday.
The two couples dined at the French restaurant Lilette, which brands itself as “the sexiest restaurant in town.”
Swift travelled to Louisiana along with friends and family to support Kelce as he tries to earn a Chiefs three-peat and his fourth Super Bowl ring under the lights of Caesars Superdome.
Kansas City previously beat the Eagles two years ago, 38-35, in what was an offensive shootout that saw Kelce beat his older brother Jason Kelce.
The Chiefs then went on to beat the 49ers in overtime last year to earn their second consecutive title.
Swift was in attendance, navigating her Eras Tour around the game, and the couple shared a kiss after the win.
Many Swifties have voiced that they would love to see Kelce get down on one knee and propose to Swift, however the 10-time Pro Bowler has continued to play it coy with reporters all week leading up to the big game.
Betting markets even put out odds for the proposal, but “no” has been the heavy favourite.
Indeed, it’s a Swiftie Super Bowl — and football fans are putting their money on the pop princess turned Kansas City Chiefs WAG.
Sports books are offering special wagers around Swift, who’s in New Orleans to cheer on Kelce.
The most popular one is whether or not the songstress will perform at the halftime show with Kendrick Lamar, according to a report by the online sports betting community OLBG.
“It was originally a 16-1 shot but is now halved to 8-1,” Jake Ashton, OLBG senior news editor, told The New York Post.
Since Swift and Lamar collaborated on a 2015 remix of her single “Bad Blood” the possible performance seems like an obvious fit.
“The thought of Bad Blood being part of his set feels realistic with Taylor already at the venue to cheer on Kelce,” Ashton said.
He also pointed out the musical duo’s close friendship, which was on display at the Grammy Awards on Feb. 2 — when Lamar took home five awards and Swift left empty-handed.
“The reaction that Taylor gave to Kendrick during his Grammy wins last weekend saw how strong their friendship is,” he added.
Other bet specials include whether the Super Bowl MVP will mention the billionaire songstress during his speech (4-1) or if she will post a Kansas City Chiefs bet on her Instagram account, where she has 282 million followers (50-1).
Although there are rumours that the power couple is already engaged, other specials include Kelce getting down on one knee after the game (5-1), or popping the question and then retiring (25-1).
However, people seem to be over all the engagement speculation — and least when it comes to wagering — since bets on whether the tight end will get down on one knee are the least popular.
“Odds on Kelce proposing to her have been the weakest market with a drift from 4-1 up to 5-1 in the past five days or so,” Ashton said.
It comes as details emerged of the luxury suites that will be set up for Swift and the Kelce clan, as well as a string of other stars including Kim Kardashian and Bradley Cooper.
The Caesars Superdome features 165 luxury suites that stretch around the stadium, with the most coveted box, which fits up to 40 people, costing $US3 million ($A4.7 million).
Kelce is believed to be splashing out on the most expensive suite available for Swift and his family, similar to the luxury surroundings they enjoyed at the 2024 Super Bowl.
The stunning suite features unobstructed views of the game as well a menu of local New Orleans cuisine including gumbo and ribs prepared by top chefs.
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