When Taylor Swift and Brittany Mahomes showed off the special celebratory handshake they created at Sunday’s Kansas City Chiefs game, the interaction sparked strong reactions online.
The singer, 33, and the former football star, 28, were seen performing the routine as they cheered on their respective partners — Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, 34, and quarterback Patrick Mahomes, 28 — during their 31-17 win against the Los Angeles-based chargers.
Now footage has emerged showing the two stars putting together the viral movement right there in the crowd of the sporting event.
In the clip, which was captured by a spectator sitting just below the VIP Suite during the match, the pair were seen exchanging ideas and practicing, unaware that the handshake quickly became one of the most talked about moments of the evening would become. .
When Taylor Swift and Brittany Mahomes showed off the special celebratory handshake they created at Sunday’s Kansas City Chiefs game, it sparked strong reactions online.
Now footage has emerged showing the two stars putting together the viral movement right there in the crowd of the sporting event
The clip showed the women exchanging ideas and practicing, little knowing that the handshake would quickly become one of the most talked about moments of the evening.
Taylor seemed to suggest that the handshake included a fist pump, while they also attempted a twist.
The Cruel Summer singer then suggested a little dance move, moving her arms in a circular motion while shaking her body and sticking out her tongue.
Ultimately, however, the routine consisted of slapping hands, grabbing each other by the arm and bumping hips.
Taylor seemed to suggest that the handshake included a fist pump, while they also attempted a twist
It’s unclear who originally shared the video, but it was reposted to TikTok as part of a montage of clips taken during the sporting event by a woman named Katelyn Martini, where the video racked up more than 1.6 million views.
The ladies’ handshake received mixed reactions from social media users – some people weren’t happy about it and labeled it ‘cringe’, while others loved it and described the new couple as ‘friendship goals’.
Afterwards, body language expert Judi James analyzed Taylor and Brittany’s interactions from the game exclusively for DailyMail.com, and she said they looked ‘rehearsed’, leading her to question that it was all an ‘act’ and part of the ‘master plan’ from the hitmaker. to ‘immerse’ herself in the world of her new friend.
“Taylor’s master plan to fully immerse herself in the role of Kelce superfan involves a number of teenage crush rituals that are becoming more and more apparent by the day,” Judi said.
“Has anyone ever tried so hard to immerse themselves in their friend’s culture and team identity? Especially an A-list artist.
‘Taylor’s cosplay looks complete here as she shows off the results of what appears to be an introductory workout from real WAG Brittany.
The Cruel Summer singer then suggested a little dance move, moving her arms in a circular motion while shaking her body and sticking out her tongue.
The singer, 33, and the former football star, 28, were spotted during the routine cheering on their respective partners: Travis Kelce, 34, and Patrick Mahomes, 28
The ladies’ handshake received mixed reactions from social media users, with some people unhappy about it and labeling it as ‘cringe’, while others loved it
“Suddenly, she and Brittany are acting like best friends, clutching each other as the action on the field heats up.
Afterwards, body language expert Judi James analyzed Taylor and Brittany’s interactions from the game exclusively for DailyMail.com, and wondered if it was all part of the hitmaker’s ‘master plan’ to ‘immerse herself’ in the world of her new friend.
“And then there’s the perfectly choreographed celebratory special handshake that gives the impression that Taylor is now fully part of the Chiefs family.”
Judi explained that Taylor looked like she was trying to “copy” Brittany during the game, noting that she “followed suit” in everything the 28-year-old did, while comparing her to a dancer who “hasn’t quite learned yet ‘. the choreography not yet.’
“Brittany initiates the nail-biting and celebratory moves and rituals as the game progresses – and Taylor must follow suit,” she continued.
“Taylor looks like she’s been dropped onto the set of a new video that she hasn’t quite learned the choreography of yet.
“Her body language is out of sync with Brittany’s, other than the specially rehearsed handshake.
“When Brittany does a dance, it’s Taylor who mimics the dance, as if he’s trying to memorize the steps.”
Judi explained that Taylor looked like she was trying to “copy” Brittany during the game, comparing her to a dancer who “hasn’t quite learned the choreography yet.”
Since she started dating Travis last month, Taylor has struck up a friendship with Brittany, who married Patrick in March 2022 and shares two children with the football star.
Earlier this month, they were seen dining with many of Taylor’s A-list friends — like Blake Lively and Sophie Turner — and have been in the same suite at another Chiefs game.
Judi said their behavior made it seem like they were ‘trying to pretend they’ve been friends for years’ – but she could see through the facade.
“Brittany’s body language indicates that she is keen to show that she will not lower her own status just because she is with a global star,” she added.
“The signals from these two women suggest that the friendship may not be as deep or mature as Taylor is trying to portray.
“It’s a sign that she’s trying very hard to curry favor with the people who are important to Travis.”
Since she started dating Travis last month, Taylor has struck up a friendship with Brittany, who married Patrick in March 2022 and shares two children with the football star.
Earlier this month, they were spotted dining with many of Taylor’s A-list friends — like Blake Lively and Sophie Turner — and have been in the same suite at a few other Chiefs games.