Melissa Etheridge Defends Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Amid Romance Backlash

Grammy-winning singer Melissa Etheridge has slammed those who criticize the relationship between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, suggesting they may need to introspect.

Grammy-winning singer Melissa Etheridge has come to the defense of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's relationship, criticizing those who have expressed negative sentiments about their romance.

Speaking to Fox News Digital, Etheridge voiced her support for the couple, suggesting that those who are critical of their relationship may need to take a closer look at themselves.

Melissa Etheridge Defends Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Amid Romance Backlash

"Anyone who's bashing the Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce relationship might need to look at themselves," Etheridge stated.

Etheridge's comments come amid some controversy surrounding Swift and Kelce's relationship, with some expressing concerns about the age difference between the singer and the football player. Swift is 33 years old, while Kelce is 33 years old.

Melissa Etheridge Defends Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Amid Romance Backlash

However, Etheridge dismissed these concerns, stating that she believes the couple is happy and that their age difference is irrelevant.

"I think they're great together," Etheridge said. "They both seem to be very happy, and they're consenting adults. So I don't see what the big deal is."

Melissa Etheridge Defends Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Amid Romance Backlash

Etheridge is not the only celebrity to have spoken out in support of Swift and Kelce's relationship. Swift's close friend, Selena Gomez, also took to social media to defend the couple, writing that she is "so happy" for them.

Swift and Kelce have not publicly commented on the controversy surrounding their relationship. However, they have been photographed together on numerous occasions, and they appear to be very happy and supportive of each other.

Melissa Etheridge Defends Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Amid Romance Backlash

Etheridge's comments about Swift and Kelce's relationship come in the wake of her own experiences with public scrutiny. In 2010, Etheridge married her partner, Linda Wallem, and the couple raised four children together.

Etheridge has been open about her personal life and her struggles with addiction and other personal issues. She has used her platform to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and other social justice causes.

Melissa Etheridge Defends Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Amid Romance Backlash

Etheridge's outspoken nature has made her a role model for many, and her comments about Swift and Kelce's relationship are likely to resonate with many who feel that they are being judged unfairly for their choices.