Kayla Nicole Celebrates Sister’s Achievement Amid Kelce-Swift News

As news of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce‘s engagement spread across social media, Kelce’s ex-girlfriend, Kayla Nicole, took the opportunity to share significant personal news unrelated to her former partner. On her Instagram Stories, Nicole announced that her younger sister, Layla Nicole, had transferred to Langston University, a historically black college and university (HBCU), and was preparing to join the basketball team.

Nicole emphasized the importance of supporting Layla’s new journey by encouraging followers to donate to the university’s basketball program. Sharing a link for contributions, she stated, “Every dollar truly helps these women chase their dreams on and off the court.” This announcement comes in the wake of considerable scrutiny and backlash that Nicole has faced from fans of Swift since Kelce began dating the pop star.

The relationship between Travis Kelce and Kayla Nicole lasted for five years, marked by an on-and-off dynamic that drew significant public attention. The pair initially connected in 2017 through Instagram, with Nicole recounting how Kelce expressed interest by following her and engaging with her posts. Their relationship was publicly confirmed when Nicole messaged Kelce on New Year’s after some encouragement from friends.

After dating for three years, the couple broke up in August 2020 amid rumors of infidelity, which Kelce publicly denied in a now-deleted tweet stating, “This is fake news … a lie … and not why Kayla and I broke up.” They reconciled in November 2020, with Kelce praising Nicole during an Instagram live session, calling her “the absolute best.”

Despite their reunion, the couple ultimately parted ways again in May 2022. Since then, Nicole has faced ongoing criticism from Swift’s fanbase, known as “Swifties.” In a 2024 interview on the Unapologetically Angel podcast, she opened up about the impact of this online hostility, stating, “I would be lying if I said that that level of hate and online chaos didn’t impact me, even to this day.” She noted that negative comments still appear on her social media posts.

Nicole’s focus on her sister’s achievements serves as a reminder of the importance of family support amid personal challenges. As Layla Nicole embarks on her collegiate basketball career, Kayla Nicole has redirected the public’s attention towards a positive narrative, highlighting the significance of community and encouragement in pursuing dreams.