MANHATTAN, NEW YORK: Kelly Clarkson apparently took a jab at the budding romance between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce in the October 20 episode of her talk show, 'The Kelly Clarkson Show', earning backlash from the Swifties.
She soon posted a statement on Instagram, denying that she slammed the 'Blank Space' singer and the NFL player's supposed relationship, clarifying that she simply wanted to be able to watch football without love-life-related interruptions.
The 'Since U Been Gone' singer also recently opened up about her decision to leave 'The Voice,' as reported by the Daily Mail.
What did Kelly Clarkson say about bashing Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's romance?
Kelly Clarkson, who was surprised that her comments about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce made headlines, took to Instagram to write, "Just a quick public service announcement everybody since this seems to be breaking news... Do not fall prey to clickbait, trash reporters twisting the facts again."
She went on to express that she was supportive of Swift and Kelce's relationship, stating, "I did not bash anyone's romance. I am pro romance. Yay romance. Did y'all even watch what I actually said on my show?"
"I just said I want to watch football when I tune in to watch football. Seems an appropriate request," added the 'American Idol' winner.
The message concluded with Clarkson showing her support for her home team, as she wrote, " Okay, carry on, and GO COWBOYS!"
Kelly Clarkson's take on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's romance
On the October 20 episode of 'The Kelly Clarkson Show', the songwriter compared the coverage surrounding Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's relationship to the notoriety surrounding the Housewives franchise, according to Page Six.
"It’s not hilarious how it is literally taking over the NFL for people that like watching sports now. It’s like you’re watching ‘Housewives'," she said, adding that the NFL commentators just talked "about gossip things" during recent games.
"And you’re like, 'So, what about the play?'” added Clarkson while laughing, and stated, "They’re taking over."
Internet reacts to Kelly Clarkson's statement about bashing Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's romance
Soon after Kelly Clarkson took to her social media channels to issue a statement on her supposed bashing of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's romance, supporters and naysayers replied with their thoughts.
One wrote, "This looks Photoshopped, not buying it."
"It’s still disappointing that you’re chiming in on the chorus of people complaining it’s mentioned on an NFL broadcast. It’s been like five total minutes of cutaways and mentions over what…3 games? It’s not like they never show celebrities in crowds at sporting events," pointed out another.
A user expressed, "swifties get u kelly. ♥️ these sports media should stop milking off of their personal life for views," with one more saying, "Pretty clear wat you actually said Kelly. Some people love controversy no matter what. BTW...I agree with you. And yes, I love romance too. We got you, Kelly."
"People will always twist the narrative. Obviously they haven’t listened to Chemistry to know that you’re all about the love!" stated a fan of Clarkson.
