Donna Kelce Denies Viral Account Belongs to Travis Kelce

Donna Kelce has publicly denied that a viral X account belongs to her son, Travis Kelce, after old posts from 2009 to 2011 resurfaced on social media.

Key Clinical Takeaways:

• Donna Kelce explicitly stated via her official X handle on October 17, 2026, that a specific user handle circulating online is “not his account.”
• The renewed social media scrutiny follows Travis Kelce liking an Instagram video featuring a controversial monologue by Shane Gillis.
• Media outlet BuzzFeed examined the resurfaced posts—which feature vulgar remarks about women—noting it could not independently verify the screenshots while reporting that The New York Times previously stated Snopes authenticated them.

Donna Kelce Denies Ownership of Viral X Account

The controversy surrounding Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce intensified after fans revisited posts from an X account dating back to 2009 and 2011. Screenshots published by BuzzFeed included inflammatory remarks about women’s physical appearances, including comments on cheerleader beauty standards and body weight, alongside the use of a derogatory slur. On October 17, 2026, a fan account reshared one of the contested posts, prompting Donna Kelce to reply directly to the thread to clarify the situation. “Not Travis’ handle and not his account!!” Donna Kelce wrote.

Travis Kelce Faces Scrutiny Over Social Media Activity

The resurfaced historical posts gained traction online following recent backlash over Travis Kelce’s digital activity. He faced public criticism for liking an Instagram video of Shane Gillis performing a Saturday Night Live monologue that included vulgar remarks directed at women’s gym attire. The endorsement drew heightened attention due to Travis Kelce’s marriage to Taylor Swift, who has spoken publicly about feminism and women’s empowerment. While numerous celebrities condemned the monologue, Travis Kelce has not issued a public statement addressing the resurfaced social media posts.