Kylie Kelce Sends Firm Message To Body-Shamers After Postpartum Curling Video Goes Viral

Kylie Kelce, the celebrated podcaster and wife of Philadelphia Eagles legend Jason Kelce, has delivered a firm message to online detractors after her recent foray into Olympic curling became a lightning rod for body-shaming.

During the 22 January 2026 episode of her chart-topping podcast, Not Gonna Lie (NGL) with Kylie Kelce, the 33-year-old mother of four addressed the 'barrage' of comments regarding her appearance in a recent teaser for her digital series, FAFO (Find Around and Fear Out).

The controversy began when a clip of Kylie learning to curl at the US Olympic Trials in Sioux Falls, wearing grey 'skin-tight' sweatpants, went viral on social media.

Refusing to entertain the 'bounce-back' culture often forced upon celebrity mothers, Kylie reminded critics that she is just nine months removed from giving birth to her fourth daughter.

The body-shaming comments surfaced after a teaser for the New Heights podcast, with Kylie's official rebuttal airing on Thursday. The controversy played out across Instagram and TikTok, while the verbal response was broadcast on her own platform, Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce, recorded in Philadelphia.

Kylie addressed the situation by jokingly declaring herself the 'newest inductee of the Philadelphia Phat Ass Association,' but the underlying message was one of serious exasperation. She noted that she was not 'trying to put her ass on display' but was merely 'minding her own business' while trying to master a difficult Olympic sport. Her candid admission that she has 'a couple extra on' since welcoming her fourth daughter, Finnley, in March 2025, resonated with thousands of mothers who praised her for refusing to adhere to the 'bounce-back' culture often demanded of celebrity wives.

Postpartum Realities and Public Scrutiny

The backlash highlights a recurring issue for women in the public eye, where even a sports demonstration is filtered through the lens of aesthetic judgment. Kylie emphasised that her physique is that of a former athlete and a mother of four, not a curated social media model. By highlighting the reality of 'nine months postpartum,' she effectively reframed the conversation from her weight to the unrealistic expectations placed on women's bodies.

'You caught me in grey pants that are skin tight,' she told her listeners, 'Can you lay off? God.' This directness has become a hallmark of her brand, which often contrasts with the highly polished image of other NFL partners. Supporters have flocked to her defence, asserting that her value lies in her authenticity and her role as a 'Girl Dad' champion alongside Jason.

Promoting the 'Awesome Sport' of Curling

Despite the negativity, Kylie remained focused on the original goal of her content: highlighting the sport of curling ahead of her role as an on-the-ground digital creator for NBCUniversal's coverage of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. She urged her followers to look past the 'skin-tight' trousers and instead support the athletes and the intricacies of the game. Her FAFO episode, scheduled to air on YouTube on 3 February 2026, features her and Jason as they attempt to learn the sport, a project intended to bring joy and curiosity to her audience.

'To be fair, I'm proud of her. She always has my back,' Kylie joked of her own body, turning the criticism into a moment of self-acceptance. By balancing her 'clap back' with a call to support sports, she has reclaimed the narrative, ensuring that her personal boundaries are respected while her professional projects, including her NBC Milan-Cortina Creator Collective role, continue to gain momentum in the 2026 creator economy.