Travis Kelce revealed that he used to have a crush on a ’90s star who looked similar to his girlfriend, Taylor Swift. Speaking on the latest episode of the New Heights podcast, Kelce described Wendy Peffercorn, portrayed by Marley Shelton in the movie The Sandlot, as “so hot.” He highlighted her signature look: blonde hair, red lipstick, and white sunglasses.
Fans quickly noted the striking resemblance to Kelce’s current girlfriend, Taylor Swift. The pop star is known for her red lipstick and vintage-inspired style. Swift went for the particular look during her 1989 era, complete with a penchant for white sunglasses.
Overrated or Hot?
Travis Kelce and his older brother Jason were ready to rewatch and review the beloved baseball classic. They got into a discussion about Wendy Peffercorn (played by Marley Shelton), the lifeguard famously admired by Squints (Chauncey Leopardi) in the movie.
“Very overrated, by the way, right?” Jason asked his brother.
“No, she was so hot!” Travis declared.
“I think she was just hot because she was the only woman at maturity they show the entire friggin’ movie besides the mom,” Jason quipped. “If you’re comparing her to the catcher, yeah, of course she’s gonna be hot.”
Travis was convinced that his childhood crush would hold up over time. He told his brother, “You’re gonna watch it and be like, ‘Alright, she was hot.’
Kelce’s Other Crush
Before Kelce and Swift officially got together, Travis Kelce was reportedly already smitten with the singer.
“Travis has been into Taylor for a while and definitely has a crush on her. He’s a simple guy—funny, charismatic, laid-back, and passionate about football,” a source told Entertainment Tonight in September 2023. By then, however, the two were believed to already be dating.
Their relationship has been marked by mutual support and shared public appearances. Swift has frequently attended Kelce’s NFL games, often sporting her signature red lipstick.
