Travis Kelce among investors defrauded in $35 million Ponzi scheme

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Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Travis Kelce among investors defrauded in $35 million Ponzi scheme
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Travis Kelce is reportedly a victim in a Ponzi scheme that defrauded investors, including himself, of about $35 million. The Kansas City Chiefs tight end is part of a group targeted by Siddarth Jawahar, who has pleaded guilty to multiple counts of wire fraud and was sentenced to 11 years in prison. Fans reacted with surprise, particularly given Kelce's recent marriage to economically savvy Taylor Swift. It's unclear how much Kelce individually lost, but he may recover some funds through restitution payments.

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  • Travis Kelce is reportedly involved in a $35 million Ponzi scheme.
  • Siddarth Jawahar pleaded guilty and received an 11-year prison sentence.
  • Kelce's specific loss amount remains undisclosed.
  • Fans express disbelief given Kelce's marriage to Taylor Swift.
  • Jawahar must pay over $31 million in restitution.
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  • 4:43 AMYahoo Sports‘I’d pay to hear Taylor Swift’s reaction’ – Fans can’t believe Travis Kelce fell for $35 million Ponzi scheme
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Travis Kelce is among a group of investors who were scammed out of a reported $35 million in a Ponzi scheme. The Kansas City Chiefs TE is one of the greatest at his position in NFL history and has made $111.

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