Familial bonds are stronger than any other: Check out What Jason Kelce’s Kids Feel About Their Uncle Travis?

Familial bonds are stronger than any other. NFL tight end Travis Kelce is the fun-loving “Uncle Trav” to his brother Jason Kelce’s three adorable daughters Wyatt Kelce, Elliotte Kelce, and Bennett Kelce — and he may even be their favorite guy in the family. When Jason’s wife Kylie Kelce spoke to People in February 2023, she said, “It’s very funny, Jason said in an interview that he thinks [the girls] might like him more than they like Jason.”

Kylie also said that “[Travis] is like the absolute best uncle you can imagine.” As soon as he would arrive at Jason and Kylie’s place, their daughters would make plans with him to do fun activities. Although Kylie pointed out to Travis that he doesn’t have to go along with what their oldest daughter Wyatt tells him to do, he disagreed.

“She’ll be like, ‘Jump up and down,’” Kylie continued. “He’ll do it. ‘Roll on the floor,’ he’ll do it. ‘Be the pony.’ He’ll do it. So he’s all-in when it comes to being an uncle. He is the epitome of an uncle, just through and through.” It’s no surprise that Wyatt enjoys spending time with her Uncle Trav if he’s always game to play along with her.

A love of football must be in the Kelce family’s genetics at this point. Jason Kelce’s daughters are just starting to understand the game, but Kylie Kelce told People they’re most interested when they can see their father or uncle’s faces in moments when they aren’t wearing helmets. She also said they ask if any red team is Travis Kelce’s team, the Kansas City Chiefs. “Anytime they see red teams on the TV,” Kylie said, “they say, ‘Are we cheering for the red team?’ Because usually, we’re watching Uncle Trav.”

Wyatt Kelce has been a Chiefs supporter since she was very small. In 2020, Kylie shared a photo on Instagram of baby Wyatt in an “Uncle Trav” jersey with Travis’ number (87) on it. The photo was posted to commemorate the Chiefs winning that year’s Super Bowl. Kylie added, “Wyatt is so proud of her World Champion Uncle!” in the caption.

Travis’ close bond with his nieces includes him showing both his silly and sweet sides in their interactions — some of which have been shared on social media or on the “New Heights” podcast he hosts with Jason.

Travis Kelce’s role as the fun uncle is no secret. In one example posted on Jason’s Instagram, Travis goofed around with a pink wig on and Wyatt Kelce vehemently told him to, “Take it off!”

When Travis questioned why she wanted Jason Kelce to have pink hair but not him, Wyatt replied, “Because you’re naughty and you’re sneaky.” Jason captioned the video, “That’s my girl!! Wyatt already knows Uncle Travy too well!!”

Jason Kelce’s Daughter Is Her Uncle Travis’ Mini-Me — and Even Has His ‘Intensity,’ Says Dad

The Philadelphia Eagles center is dad to three daughters — Bennett, Elliotte and Wyatt

Hannah Sacks is a writer/reporter for the Parents team at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since May 2023. Her work has previously appeared in The Toy Insider, The Toy Book, The Pop Insider, and Saratoga Living.

Travis Kelce (L), Elliotte Kelce (R). PHOTO: TRAVIS KELCE/ INSTAGRAM; KYLIE KELCE/ INSTAGRAM

It’s no secret that the Kelce genes are strong!

Jason Kelce, 36, and his brother Travis Kelce, 32, chatted about the Philadelphia Eagles center’s recent trip to Disney World with his family on this week’s episode of their podcast New Heights with Jason and Travis, during which Jason revealed which of his daughters he believes looks the most like their Uncle Trav.

Jason is dad to daughters Bennett, 11 months, Elliotte, 2½, and Wyatt, 4, whom he shares with wife Kylie.

“The NFL also put out a video of the whole family at Disney, it looks like you and Ellie went on the teacups ride,” Travis says, bringing up the adorable video in which Jason twirls around on the teacups with his daughter.

“We did. We went on the teacups, Wyatt still will not go on any rides. She a little scaredy cat,” Jason says of his oldest.

“I was like that though. I wasn’t big on rides when I was little. Actually, even through high school, I was like, ‘F— rollercoasters,'” Travis recalls.

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“That’s weird cause I’ve always thought that Ellie matched your intensity and kind of looks like you if we’re being honest. She loves rides. She is not afraid of rides at all,” Jason shares.

“When I was a blonde,” adds Travis.

When arriving in Orlando for the Pro Bowl, Jason joked about changes to the event’s format since the last time he participated.

“I don’t even know what you do in the Pro Bowl anymore. But it’s down in Orlando so I get to take my kids to Walt Disney World,” he said, per PHLY reporter Zach Berman.

Jason continued, “Not off-the-Super Bowl Walt Disney World, but as long as Wyatt gets to see Elsa, I don’t think it really matters.”

The family of five was later photographed hanging out with Mickey and Minnie Mouse at the park, dressing up for the occasion.

Jason repped Mickey on his shirt, while Elliotte and Wyatt, whom he held in each arm, rocked the signature mouse ears.

The two girls also enjoyed some classic Disney snacks — a hot pretzel and churro — while Bennett posed with mom Kylie.