Maya Benberry's Life Changed Forever After Breaking Up With "Narcissist" Ex-Boyfriend Travis Kelce (2024)

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift undoubtedly hold special places in the hearts of both Hollywood and the sports world today after he admitted to giving his number to Swift. On the contrary, Maya Benberry, the former flame of the NFL star, has made some startling claims about Kelce, especially since her life took a dramatic turn after parting ways with him.

Benberry is a social media personality, which is why her relationships often play out in the spotlight. After her claims were debunked and she was accused of trying to ride the fame of Swift and Kelce to stay relevant, her story of breaking up with her ex-boyfriend Travis Kelce, whom she had dubbed a narcissist and cheater, became a turning point in her life.

8 What Does Maya Benberry Do For A Living?

Maya Benberry hails from Kentucky and she wears multiple professional hats, as showcased on her Instagram profile. Her diverse roles include being a life coach and an expert in marketing and brand consulting.

She also established herself as a motivational speaker under her brand, Moments with Maya Benberry. According to Screen Rant, Benberry served as a booking manager for musician Derrick Miller. She holds the position of creator and owner at MXM Marketing and oversees its marketing and brand consulting operations.

7 Inside Maya Benberry's Beauty Products

Maya Benberry's foray into the realm of beauty has given rise to her innovative creation, the Benberry Beauty Bar. Within the confines of this beauty line, she shares not only her products but also her extensive knowledge, providing an invaluable resource for individuals seeking guidance in self-care and aesthetics.

Through her Benberry Beauty Bar, she has established herself as a trusted source for those looking to enhance their understanding of beauty and wellness, making her mark in the ever-evolving world of self-care.

6 Maya Benberry Accused Travis Kelce Of Cheating With Kayla Nicole

Maya Benberry gained fame as a reality TV personality after she appeared as a contestant and winner on Travis Kelce's 2016 E! dating show, Catching Kelce.

Following her victory on Catching Kelce, she and Kelce dated for a few months before ending their relationship. Despite not addressing their split publicly, Benberry later accused the Kansas City Chiefs player, of cheating on her with Kayla Nicole. Kelce and Nicole had an on-and-off relationship spanning from 2017 to 2022.

In a now-deleted tweet, Benberry expressed her feelings, saying, "When you and your ex broke up five months ago but you find out via social media that he's supposedly been in another relationship for 6... A lot of overlapping here... Especially when I have texts from him from February claiming he was single." Kelce has not provided confirmation or denial regarding the veracity of Benberry’s claims.

5 Maya Benberry Starred In Music Videos And Film After Her Split With Travis Kelce

Maya Benberry appeared in a short film titled Shooter Jennings: The Other Life, where she portrayed a character embarking on a transformative journey while trying to captivate the main character's attention. Additionally, she was featured in a 2016 music video by Danny Worsnop for his song, "Mexico" where she took on the character of a model.

Her role in Worsnop's "Mexico" marked her second appearance in a brief music video, following her successful debut in a smaller production.

4 Maya Benberry Starred In Another Reality Show, MTV's Ex On The Beach

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Season 2 of MTV's reality show, Ex on the Beach aired from December 20, 2018, to April 4, 2019. The season was filmed in Malibu, California, and had Romeo Miller as its host. The show featured an initial cast of 10 reality TV stars and their exes, but it later introduced a replacement cast member who became a part of the main cast.

As the season unfolded, more exes were brought in to stir up drama. Some cast members shared exes, while others pursued each other's former partners or attempted to disrupt new relationships.

Maya Benberry was one of the participants in the show. According to Screen Rant, despite Malcolm Drummer having two exes on the show, she still dated him but they split right after the show ended. Additionally, Benberry's exes, Kareem Peterson, J.D. Harmon, and Perez Carothers, also joined the cast.

3 Maya Benberry Warned Taylor Swift About Her Alleged Relationship With Travis Kelce

In an interview with the Daily Mail on September 26, 2023, Maya Benberry offered well wishes to Taylor Swift but cautioned her about Travis Kelce. She praised Swift's personality but advised her to be cautious in her relationship with the NFL star and suggested that she should be discerning about who is truly supportive.

Benberry also hinted at Kelce's fidelity, saying, "once a cheater, always a cheater," and reiterated her stance on infidelity in her Instagram stories.

A source close to Kelce dismissed the cheating rumors, citing their brief five-month relationship. Kelce hasn't responded directly to Benberry's comments, and another source pointed out that their relationship was short, implying that her comments may be sensationalized for attention. The source added that Kelce has been in other high-profile relationships where no cheating allegations arose.

2 Maya Benberry Faced Backlash From Taylor Swift Fans After She Allegedly Mocked Her

Maya Benberry reportedly interacted with a comment on her Instagram account that referred to Taylor Swift, as a "5" in terms of her appearance. The comment she liked also criticized Kelce for being seen in public with Swift after she bonded with his mom.

Benberry addressed this incident on her Instagram stories to clarify her actions. She stated, "I don't think that Taylor is a 5. The initial comment was someone complimenting me so I liked it without even paying attention just like I do every other comment on my page…"

"But once I caught wind that it was shade, I deleted the comment entirely. I'm a grown-ass woman and I stand on what I say. I am not a coward and if I truly felt that way about her, I would stand on it, just like I am standing on my infidelity answer," she further explained.

1 Maya Benberry Does Not Believe That Travis Kelce Has Genuine Intentions With Taylor Swift

In an interview with Inside Edition on September 28, 2023, Maya Benberry expressed her doubts about the authenticity of Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's relationship, given Kelce's frequent media appearances.

She clarified her stance, saying, "I don't know Taylor Swift, but I'm a fan of her music. I don't feel any way about her dating Travis. It's cute. … She's beautiful. She's successful. We're in two different lanes."

Benberry also mentioned the intense criticism she has faced from Swift's fan base, describing them as "aggressive" and "hypocritical." She found it surprising that a celebrity she views positively has such a fervently negative and angry fan following.

Additionally, Benberry emphasized that her concerns primarily revolve around Kelce rather than Swift, labeling him as a "narcissist" during the interview.