Travis Kelce Sets the Record Straight on His Iconic Haircut

Shannon Sharpe and Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson criticize the New York Times for attributing the popular fade haircut solely to NFL star Travis Kelce, arguing that it has been a part of American culture since the 1940s and 1950s, pioneered by the U.S. military and prominent in Black barbershops. Travis Kelce responds, stating that the fade has been around long before his time. The controversy highlights concerns about cultural appropriation and the media's lack of cultural competency. Additionally, mainstream media platforms are criticized for giving Taylor Swift credit for popularizing the "Swag Surfin" dance, despite it being a staple at HBCU events for years.
- Travis Kelce Reacts After Shannon Sharpe Slams the Media for Crediting Him With Popularizing the 'Fade' Haircut Atlanta Black Star
- Travis Kelce Wants No Parts In White People Thinking He Started The Fade Yahoo Entertainment
- Travis Kelce’s Haircut is Dominating Barbershop Requests The New York Times
- Travis Kelce’s barber reveals what Taylor Swift thinks of Kansas City Chief boyfriend's electric haircut Fox News
- Travis Kelce slams 'ridiculous' claim that he invented the fade haircut: 'I just asked for it' Page Six
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