Travis Kelce wore a festive Santa hat at the Chiefs Christmas party

Travis Kelce he brought a holy, cheerful spirit to the Kansas City Chiefs holiday party thanks to his festive Santa hat.

Kelce, 35, attended his NFL team’s Christmas gathering on Friday, Dec. 13, hosted by the Chiefs owner Clark Hunt and his family. During the ceremony, Hunt, 59, took the microphone to explain Kelce’s nomination for the 2024 Walter Peyton Man of the Year Award (The trophy will be presented at the NFL Honors Ceremony prior to the Super Bowl in February 2025)

“He consistently uses his platform for good, so I’m honored to recognize Travis Kelce,” Hunt said in a speech shared via social media by his daughter Gracie. “Since Travis came to Kansas City 12 years ago, he has established himself as one of the greatest to ever wear a Chiefs jersey – and one of the greatest teams to ever play the game.”

Hunt added: “Travis has been equally impressive off the pitch. His 87 and Running Foundation made a difference in so many young people’s lives as it prepares them for success in and out of the classroom. Its partnership with Operation Breakthrough has provided thousands of meals to families in the region.

Kelce then joined Hunt on stage, showing off his signature style. Kelce wore an all-black suitwhich he filled with a festive, red Santa hat.

Hunt’s wife, Taviashe also captured moments from the holiday via her Instagram.

“At the Chiefs Christmas Party we celebrated the joy of the season and the bonding of our football family,” Tavia wrote in her statement. inscription later on Friday. “We are so grateful for this amazing organization and the amazing people who work tirelessly for excellence and those who make it all possible.”

She continued, “Congratulations to Travis Kelce on being nominated for Walter Payton Man of the Year, and a very happy birthday to @TailorSwift!”

The Chiefs celebration was held on the day Swift’s 35th birthday. The pop star has been dating Kelce since the summer of 2023, after which she became a member of Chiefs Kingdom.

“Football is great, it turns out,” Swift said earlier TIME in her 2023 Personality Profile. “I missed my whole life.”

While speaking with the agency, Swift also said he watched Kelce show off his football skills.

“When you say the relationship is public, that means I’m going to watch him do what he loves, we show up for each other, other people are there and we don’t care,” the Grammy winner emphasized. “The opposite of that is you have to go to extreme lengths to make sure no one knows you’re seeing someone.” And we’re just proud of each other.”

Kelce feels the same way, frequenting the Swifts Eras Tour concerts before it ends. He even said Us Weekly exclusively may that the performances were “amazing”.