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Jason Kelce revealed why he decided to dye his beard during the latest episode of his podcast this week, after fans previously called out the former Philadelphia Eagles star for his new look.
Kelce, 37, caused a stir on social media when fans noticed he dyed his facial hair during Taylor Swift’s appearance on “New Heights.” At the time, Kelce wrote on social media that the dye was for a “good reason” — and he revealed that reason Wednesday.
“The dyed beard came from an idea for Garage Beer where I was going to do this bit where we go back in time,” Kelce said during “New Heights.”
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ESPN Monday Night Football broadcaster Jason Kelce is on the set before a game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Atlanta Falcons at Lincoln Financial Field on Sept. 16, 2024, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Eric Hartline/Imagn Images)
For the bit, Kelce said he initially planned to shave his beard entirely before changing course.
“So, I wanted to be younger. Initially, I was going to shave my beard completely, and then I was like, ‘Yeah, I’m not doing that. I hate my face too much, so I’m going to keep the beard.’ But I’ll dye it to make me look younger, which did work. Objectively, that’s going to come off great,” Kelce said.
Kelce said the dye worked, but it came out darker than expected.
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Former Philadelphia Eagle Jason Kelce reacts before the game between the Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves at Citizens Bank Park. (Kyle Ross/ USA TODAY Sports)
“We didn’t play chemistry very well, and I ended up coming out a little darker than I was expecting,” he said.
Normally sporting a salt-and-pepper beard, Kelce said he misses his gray hair but admitted that the darker look has grown on him.
“I miss my grays. I can’t wait for this to grow back out. It is kind of growing on me, though. I do feel like I look pretty good with the dark beard. I’m not going to lie,” Kelce said.
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Jason Kelce on the ESPN postseason countdown set during the 2025 Pro Bowl Games at Camping World Stadium on Feb. 2, 2025. (Kirby Lee/ Imagn Images)
“I didn’t do it out of vanity. I did it for a bit. That’s all I’m saying. I think there’s a distinct difference.”
Travis Kelce teased his brother, saying it was fine if he felt a little insecure about his gray hair, but Jason insisted he loved it.
Jason also revealed he dyed his hair for the bit.
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