Kayla Nicole is making it clear she’s not sitting on the sidelines when it comes to love or opportunity. The influencer and podcast host, best known for her past relationship with Travis Kelce, is now throwing her name into the reality TV dating ring in a way that’s equal parts playful and strategic. So, look out Taylor Swift.
Kayla Nicole took to TikTok with a video that felt like a wink to both fans and casting directors. The concept? A mock audition tape for The Bachelorette. Instead of a formal pitch, she leaned into humor, lip-syncing along to a lighthearted soundtrack while presenting herself like a contestant listing off her best qualities. And she didn’t exactly keep it subtle.
“My audition to be the next Bachelorette,” she wrote across the clip, before adding, “Hey @ABC, I heard you’re looking for a stand-in.” The tone? Definitely tongue-in-cheek. But in the world of reality TV, jokes like that have a funny way of turning into real opportunities.
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The timing here is what makes it even more interesting. The franchise is currently in a bit of limbo after a planned season featuring Taylor Frankie Paul was scrapped before it ever aired. The decision reportedly came after a disturbing video surfaced, leading to a domestic abuse investigation involving Paul and her ex. Since then, there’s been plenty of speculation about what’s next for the show, including whether a new lead could step in.
Enter Kayla Nicole. While her TikTok was clearly meant to entertain, it also reminded people that she’s no stranger to reality television. She previously competed on Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test alongside Brody Jenner, proving she’s comfortable in front of the camera and willing to step outside her comfort zone.
Of course, her personal life is part of what’s fueling the conversation. Nicole and Kelce had an on-again, off-again relationship from 2017 to 2022, and since their split, she’s kept her dating life relatively private. Meanwhile, Kelce has moved on in a very public way, dating Taylor Swift since 2023. The couple has made headlines nonstop, especially after announcing their engagement and reportedly planning a wedding.
Since that time, Kayla has been dragged into online drama revolving around Taylor and Travis. Fans have even gone as far as to slam her for dating Travis first.
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That contrast hasn’t gone unnoticed by fans. While Kelce’s love life is front and center, Nicole’s has been more low-key which is exactly why this potential pivot into The Bachelorette world feels like such a bold move. It’s also a smart one.
“Make this happen,” one person commented on the video. “You need to act immediately!” said another. “You have my vote,” a third person chimed in. “Give her a shot,” declared a fourth social media user.
Reality dating shows thrive on recognizable faces with compelling backstories, and Nicole definitely checks those boxes. She’s charismatic, media-savvy, and already has a built-in audience. Whether she was joking or not, the idea of her handing out roses doesn’t feel that far-fetched.
At the end of the day, nothing has been officially confirmed, and ABC hasn’t revealed what direction the show will take next. But Kayla Nicole just made sure she’s part of the conversation. So don’t be surprised if this “audition” ends up being more than just a joke.
Jordan Blake