Travis Kelce is leaving Elon Musk’s X (previously Twitter), calling it a “toxic waste dump.” The Kansas City Chiefs tight end made the choice after seeing a spike of hateful remarks about his girlfriend, Taylor Swift.
Kelce, who is in a public relationship with Swift, has often supported her online. The new vitriol appeared to be the tipping point, causing him to speak out against social media poison.
I’m done. Close sources say Kelce said it’s a never-ending cycle of hatred. He did not say if he would leave other social media sites,
But his departure from X shows his unhappiness with the toxic digital climate that attacks prominent personalities, including Swift. Since her connection with Kelce became public,
Swift has been contentious in music and sports. Fans and pundits have scrutinized her. Many on X have criticized her appearance at NFL games, saying she distracts Kelce.
Kelce’s decision comes amid a larger discussion regarding social media’s influence on mental health, especially for celebrities. It is unclear whether other sportsmen or other figures.
Will join Kelce in opposing a “hate machine.”Fans wonder whether Kelce’s departure from X will generate a conversation about social media responsibility and online abuse.