Month: February 2024

Shaq offered a warning to Jason Kelce as the longtime Eagles center contemplates retiring from the NFL.

“My advice to you if you are going to retire: Accept it, enjoy your family, brother,” Shaq recently told Kelce on “The Big Podcast with Shaq.”

“I made a lot of dumbass mistakes to where I lost my family and I didn’t have anybody. That’s not the case for you, so enjoy your beautiful wife, enjoy your beautiful kids, and never dwell on what we had. What we had is what we got. You got the ring, people know who you are. Enjoy, because again, I was an idiot, and I’ve talked about it a long time. I lost my whole family. I’m in a 100,000 square-foot house by myself.”

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Shaquille O’Neal quietly builds massive real estate empire amid ‘dumbass mistakes’ and solitary life

Taylor Swift fans forced Travis Kelce to ‘completely move out’ of his house

Shaq ‘finally’ meets Taylor Swift at Super Bowl 2024

Shaq’s statements echoed what he had told Page Six of a chat he had with the Super Bowl-winning center.

The Basketball Hall of Famer has admitted to not being the “best partner” to his ex-wife, Shaunie, with whom he has four children — sons Shareef and Shaqir, and daughters Amirah and Me’arah; Shaunie also has a son from a previous relationship.

Shaq initially filed for divorce from Shaunie Nelson in 2007, but the divorce was called off less than a year later.

Shaunie then filed for separation in 2009, and their divorce was finalized in 2011.

Shaq also has a daughter, Taahirah, with ex-girlfriend Arnetta Yardbourgh, whom he dated before marrying Nelson.

“I had two perfect women and I messed it up,” Shaq said on Monica’s “MoTalk Radio” in June. “My first one was my baby mother, Arnetta [Yardbourgh], and then I met Shaunie [Nelson]. Shaunie was also a perfect woman and I messed it up.

6Shaq with his ex-wife Shaunie in 2008.WireImage6Jason Kelce with his wife Kylie in September 2023.Getty Images for Prime Video6Jason Kelce with wife Kylie and their three daughters.kykelce/Instagram

“Yeah, you know, we were young and always just doing dumb stuff. But, the good thing about our relationship is that they forgave me and we have a good relationship now. But when you ask me about the perfect woman — I had two perfect women and I messed it up, just by, you know, being dumb.”

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Kelce, who supported brother Travis at Chiefs playoff games en route to their Super Bowl 2024 win, is expected to make a decision soon on whether to return for a 14th season with the Eagles or hang up his cleats.

The 36-year-old has three daughters with his wife, Kylie

 

NBA star Steph Curry issued an official opposition to the development of a row of affordable housing units that are slated to be build behind his multi-million dollar mansion.

The Golden State Warriors star and his wife, Ayesha, sent a letter to the town of Atherton opposing the project, which would see up to 16 three-story townhouses spring up in the middle of his uber-wealthy California neighborhood.

The Currys said the housing project would pose as a threat to ‘safety and privacy’ of them and their kids, nothing that the location and height of the townhouses residents leering views into their $31million mansion.

Their neighbors have also spoken out against the project, with some saying building affordable-minded homes in a town where single acres go for $8million made no sense.

Steph Curry pictured with his wife Ayesha. They have opposed the project to build 16 three-story townhouses in the middle of their uber-wealthy California neighborhood

16 three-story townhouses might be built in the middle of Curry’s uber-wealthy California neighborhood

In a letter sent to the town on January 18, the Currys expressed concerns over the new homes ‘looming’ over theirs.

‘As Atherton residents… we have been following along with the housing element updates with special interest in the 23 Oakwood property,’ they wrote.

‘We hesitate to add to the ‘not in our backyard’ (literally) rhetoric, but we wanted to send a note before today’s meeting. Safety and privacy for us and our kids continues to be our top priority and one of the biggest reasons we chose Atherton as home.’

At the minimum, the Currys requested that plans for the new homes include taller fences and extensive landscaping which would block views into their property.

Atherton’s city council decided to develop the lot behind the Currys after facing pressure to comply with the state’s affordable housing plan, which is developing 348 units in communities across different income levels over the next eight years.

The town opted to do the building at 23 Oakwood Boulevard – the 1.52 acre plot alongside the Currys’ – at the request of the property owner, David Arata.

Arata inherited the property from his mother almost three years ago, and said the townhouses would resemble a ‘little village’ instead of a housing complex, as some critics have characterized it.

At the minimum, the Currys requested that plans for the new homes include taller fences and extensive landscaping which would block views into their property

The Currys said the housing project would pose as a threat to ‘safety and privacy’ of them and their kids, nothing that the location and height of the townhouses residents leering views into their $31million mansion

At the minimum, the Currys requested that plans for the new homes include taller fences and extensive landscaping which would block views into their property

In their letter, the Currys supported the housing program, but asked that Atherton build the units elsewhere. The city council will hold its final vote on the project on January 31

‘It would be more a little village than a big apartment building,’ he told The Almanac. ”Housing element’ when you mention that people snap; they think it’s going to be low income and it’s going to massive buildings stuck together.’

The city council will hold its final vote on the project on January 31.

In their letter, the Currys supported the housing program, but asked that Atherton build the units elsewhere.

‘We kindly ask that the town adopts the new housing element without the inclusion of 23 Oakwood,’ they wrote. ‘Should that not be sufficient for the state, we ask that the town commits to investing in considerably taller fencing and landscaping to block sight lines onto our family’s property.’

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 Steph and Ayesha Curry bought their Atherton home in 2019. The three-story mansion sits at the end of a long driveway and is barely visible from the street

Steph and Ayesha Curry bought their Atherton home in 2019. The three-story mansion sits at the end of a long driveway and is barely visible from the street.

Little is known of the house beyond rough renderings, which show tall glass windows on the contemporary structure, and lush greenery all around, and a pool and patio.

Jason Kelce and wife Kylie Kelce let loose during a recent trip to the Jersey Shore.

The couple were spotted at a local bar in Sea City Isle, New Jersey, over the weekend. A series of social media videos showed Jason, 36, hanging out in a bar with Kylie, 31, by his side.

In one TikTok uploaded on Sunday, February 18, the twosome can be seen chatting. Kylie kept it casual as she rocked a long-sleeved T-shirt, while Jason sported a polar bear–themed winter hat and army green jacket. In another clip from the same outing, Jason chowed down on a hoagie and cheered alongside other patrons as they watched a college basketball game.

 

The duo’s night out didn’t stop there. Another TikTok video showed Kylie at a bar enjoying some live music. As the band played, she danced on stage and passed out shots to the patrons.

“Let’s hear it for Kylie Kelce, everybody,” the musician said to the crowd. “Our hostess with the mostest tonight!”

Before their night out on the Jersey Shore, the couple participated in several other activities while in town. Earlier on Saturday, Jason attended a charity event hosted by restaurant Mike’s Seafood. The local establishment hosts a 5K called Mike’s Seafood Polar Bear Run-Walk for Autism to raise money for autism support groups, families of special needs children and special service schools.

“JASON KELCE WE LOVE YOU!” the event’s official Facebook page shared alongside pictures of Jason at the event. “Thanks for coming & supporting!”

While many were surprised by Jason’s appearance at the event, owner Mike Monachetti shared that the Kelces always stop by whenever they’re in town.

“Jason and his wife, Kylie, the whole family patronizes Mike’s Seafood, they come in and get takeout [or] they go out back to eat at the Dock Restaurant,” Monachetti said during an interview with 973 ESPN South Jersey on Sunday. “We just feel like we have a strong tie to Jason. His brother, Travis [Kelce], also comes with him, his mom, [Donna Kelce], everybody [in the Kelce family] comes down to Sea Isle City when [Jason] is here in the summertime.”

Jason Kelce and Kylie Kelce. Lisa Lake/Getty Images for Prime Video

Jason’s Jersey Shore antics come shortly after he and Kylie traveled to Las Vegas to cheer on Travis, 34, in Super Bowl LVIII. The Kansas City Chiefs beat the San Francisco 49ers in overtime 25-22. After the Chiefs scored the win, Jason joined Travis and his girlfriend, Taylor Swift, to celebrate at several afterparties. While Kylie went to the game, she did not go to any of the nightclubs.

 

Steph Curry is Ƅack at it.

The Warriors superstar knocked down the go-ahead 3-pointer with 5.5 seconds left in Golden State’s 116-115 preseason win oʋer the Sacraмento Kings at Chase Center.

After the final Ƅuzzer sounded, Curry walked off the court doing his patented “night night” celebration.

Curry started unleashing that celebration during the 2021-22 NBA season. He broke it out in the clinching gaмes of each playoff series that suммer, putting the Denʋer Nuggets, Meмphis Grizzlies, Dallas Maʋericks and — finally — the Boston Celtics to sleep en route to his fourth NBA chaмpionship.

The “night night” celebration wasn’t seen often last season, as the Warriors journeyed through a tuмultuous caмpaign and lost in the second round of the playoffs to the Los Angeles Lakers. But it appears Curry will Ƅe bringing it Ƅack this year.

Curry wasn’t the only hooper to break out the “night night” Wednesday, either. The Las Vegas Aces celebrated their second consecutiʋe chaмpionship Ƅy putting the New York LiƄerty to sleep, a reference to Sabrina Ionescu’s celebration that she adopted froм Curry.

Curry’s celebration was the perfect way to end one of the мost entertaining Warriors preseason gaмes in recent мeмory. The 35-year-old scored 27 points on 9-of-17 shooting in 31 мinutes on the floor.

The Warriors’ hard-fought preseason win appears to Ƅe a sign of good things to coмe. There should Ƅe plenty of nights this season that end with Curry bringing out his signature “night night” celebration.

 

Famed NBA marksman Stephen Curry appears more comfortable with 3-point daggers than 3-story developments.

Along with his influencer wife Ayesha, Curry has objected to the establishment of multi-family housing on a property next to his sprawling California mansion, according to reports.

In an email, the couple told officials in Atherton — one of the nation’s most exclusive enclaves — that the three-story town houses would encroach on their privacy.

Routinely vocal on matters of social justice, the Bay Area power couple indicated that joining the well-heeled chorus of objection made them uneasy.

“We hesitate to add to the ‘not in our backyard’ (literally) rhetoric, but we wanted to send a note before today’s meeting,” they wrote on Jan. 18. “Safety and privacy for us and our kids continues to be our top priority and one of the biggest reasons we chose to live in Atherton.”

Home to tech moguls, athletes and international business titans, Atherton officials will reluctantly submit a plan to the state this week outlining their efforts to increase housing density.

Stephen and Ayesha Curry are opposing a multi-unit residence that abuts their home.Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP
The parcel in question — which abuts the Curry residence — is set to be rezoned in order to accommodate several multi-family units sought by the owner.

“With the density being proposed for 23 Oakwood, there are major concerns in terms of both privacy and safety with three-story townhomes looming directly behind us,” their email read.

The couple noted that the development would not add to low-income housing to the area, only increase density.

If their municipal buzzer beater falls short, the Currys asked the town to erect “considerably taller fencing and landscaping to block sight lines onto our family’s property.”

23 Oakwood Ave. in Atherton, Calif.Google Maps
The couple recently sold their prior Atherton home for $31 million and bought their current 17,000 square foot spread for $30 million, according to reports.

Other local heavyweights — including billionaire investor Marc Andriessen — have previously lobbied against the introduction of more affordable housing into the area.

With a median home price of more than $7 million, Atherton ranked first on Forbes’ priciest zip code list last year.

 

Stephen Curry’s Injury has a vast history. The Golden State Warriors Star player had been injured multiple times. He broke different parts of his body during his career. Stephen Curry, who is regarded as one of the shortest players in NBA history, is known for his shooting skills. Curry is regarded as the best shooter in the National Basketball Association.

Due to Stephen Curry’s Injury to his right ankle and foot, Curry was forced to sit out a significant portion of the 2011–12 NBA season, missing a total of 40 games. Because of an injury, Curry was only able to participate in the first half of Games 1 and 4 during the 2016 postseason, but the Warriors were still able to go past the Houston Rockets and into the second round.

Stephen Curry injury update: pic.twitter.com/a7Wtm5t044

— Warriors PR (@WarriorsPR) February 9, 2023 What injuries has Stephen Curry had?

Due to Stephen Curry’s Injury to his right MCL, he was unable to participate in the first three games of the second round. Curry broke Danny Green’s record of 27 made three-pointers in a Finals, although his play in the Finals was inconsistent in comparison to how it had been before he returned from injury against Portland. Curry broke Green’s record of 27 made three-pointers in a Finals.

On December 4 of the previous year, Curry suffered an injury to his right ankle, which caused him to miss 11 games. In the end, he returned to action on December 30 and led the Memphis Grizzlies to a 141-128 victory with 38 points on the scoreboard, including a season-high 10 three-pointers made.

What injuries has Stephen Curry had? Looking at some of Stephen Curry’s Injury

After Curry was forced to leave the game with a groin injury in the third quarter on November 8, 2018, the Warriors went on to suffer a defeat at the hands of the Milwaukee Bucks by a score of 134-111.

The Warriors have dropped to 12-7 since the loss of Curry on November 21, marking the first time since March 2013 that they have lost four consecutive games.

Barring injury, Stephen Curry plans to make his return Sunday against the Lakers, per @ChrisBHaynes pic.twitter.com/UPSpmAWe0E

— NBA TV (@NBATV) March 3, 2023 What injuries has Stephen Curry had?

The Warriors concluded the month of November with a record of 15-8, even though Curry missed 11 consecutive games due to a strained left groin.

On October 30, 2019, during the fourth game of the season, Curry drove to the basket and collided with Aron Baynes of the Phoenix Suns as Baynes attempted to take charge. This made Stephen Curry injured as a result of the collision. After Baynes landed on Curry’s left hand, the second metacarpal was shattered, and he required surgery to have it repaired.

It was believed that he would be out of commission for at least three months. After Stephen Curry’s Injury, On March 5, 2020, Curry made his return to the court against the Raptors. Despite the Warriors’ loss to the Raptors by a score of 121-113, Curry ended the game with 23 points, six rebounds, and seven assists.

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Tυrпs oυt, the mask the Eagles ceпter was pictυred weariпg after the Chiefs woп the Sυper Bowl wasп’t his. It beloпgs to yoυпg Chiefs faп Elijah Smith, who took a photo with the NFL veteraп before losiпg his mask to him.

Smith aпd his pareпts have made a plea to have the item retυrпed, explaiпiпg that Kelce disappeared iпto the crowd with it after their photo.

The Pro Bowler has siпce takeп to X to laυпch a campaigп to get the kid his mask back.

“Operatioп ‘Get Elijah His Mask Back’ is υпderway!” he wrote oп X. “I appreciate everyoпe briпgiпg this to my atteпtioп, aпd look forward to υпitiпg Elijah with his mask oпce agaiп. Yoυr mask iпdeed briпgs great fortυпe, I owe yoυ big time, sorry it was commaпdeered.”

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The OL didп’t exactly have a sober пight, so the mask coυld qυite literally be aпywhere right пow.

So is this a matter of simply mailiпg Elijah his mask back or is he petitioпiпg the city of Las Vegas to help him fiпd it?

 

While the NBA is still on hold due to the coronavirus, the college basketball season is over. The NCAA season was cut short prior to the iconic 68-team tournament.

With no March Madness in 2020, Warriors Wire is highlighting worthy performances from current members on the Golden State squad. Draymond Green, Jordan Poole and Eric Paschall all recorded significant achievements in March. However, one Warrior was apart of an unforgettable upset run through the big dance.

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Before he was splashing three-pointers on his way the Most Valuable Player award, Stephen Curry was a key piece for the 10th seeded Davidson Wildcats.

March 28, 2008

Behind a pair of jaw-dropping shooting displays against Gonzaga and Georgetown, Curry’s wildcats traveled to Fox Field in Detroit for the Sweet 16.

Davidson met up with the third-seeded Wisconsin Badgers in the Midwest Regional Final. Bo Ryan’s 30-5 Badgers boasted a rotation with three All-Big Ten players. Wisconsin’s guard Joe Krabenhoff was named to the Big-Ten All-Defensive Team. After two 15-point victories, the Badgers coasted into the Sweet 16.

No matter the accolades, it wasn’t enough to slow down Curry. The second-team All-American toasted the defensive combo of Krabenhoff and Michael Flowers for 33 of Davidson’s 73 points en route to the Elite Eight.

The future lottery pick drilled six shots from beyond the arc while adding four assists, four steals and three rebounds. Curry’s 33 in the Sweet 16 was his fourth straight 30-point effort in the NCAA Tournament.

Watch highlights from Curry’s dazzling performance in the Sweet 16 via YouTube:

However, Curry’s magical tournament run ended two days later in the Elite Eight to the future champion Kansas Jayhawks.

NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal has been quietly building a real estate empire despite strongly advising Jason Kelce to shy away from making ‘dumba** mistakes.’

On an episode of The Big Podcast, the four-time NBA champion opened up about losing his family because of his decision making. He also shared how it resulted in him being in ‘A 100,000 square foot house’ by himself.

‘If you are going to retire, accept it,’ O’Neal told the Philadelphia Eagles star. ‘Enjoy your family brother. I made a lot of dumba** mistakes to where I lost my family and I didn’t have anybody. That’s not the case for you.

 

‘So enjoy your beautiful wife, enjoy your beautiful kids, and never dwell on what we had. You got the [Super Bowl] ring, people know who you are, enjoy it. Because again, I was an idiot. I lost my whole family [and] I’m in a 100,000 square foot house by myself.’

Despite lamenting over living a solitary life inside massive mansions, O’Neal happens to own several colossal properties.

 
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Shaquille O’Neal recently opened up about how his ‘dumba** mistakes’ led to a solitary life

 

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Over the last four years, O’Neal bought four different properties in McDonough, Georgia

 
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The NBA legend owns nine lavish properties across Nevada, Texas, Georgia and Florida

While many details of of his estate are unconfirmed, public records – revealed by the Post – indicate that the TNT NBA analyst owns nine lavish properties across Nevada, Texas, Georgia and Florida.

Over the last four years, O’Neal bought four different homes in McDonough, Georgia. The properties combine for 30 acres of land, which could indicate and intention to build a bigger estate.

His most recent purchase is a five-bedroom, six-bathroom estate in the Dallas suburb of Carrolton that occupies over 5,200 square feet. This purchase comes just months after selling his mansion in Orlando, Florida.

Records obtained by the New York Post show that O’Neal also owns a 6,400-sqaure-foot home in Sugar Land, Texas.

Additionally, In 2021, O’Neal bought a modern, sleek estate spanning 4,800 square feet in Las Vegas, Nevada.

 
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‘I lost my whole family (and) I’m in a 100,000 square foot house by myself,’ he told Jason Kelce

 
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O’Neal’s properties in Georgia combine for 30 acres of land, indicating a possible expansion

 
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O’Neal played in the NBA for 19 seasons, winning three championships in LA and one in Miami

 
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O’Neal opened up about his mistakes on an episode of The Big Podcast with Kelce

Kelce received O’Neal’s words of wisdom while he contemplated retiring after the Eagles’ wild card loss in January. After going 11-6 in the season, Philadelphia got blown out by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 32-9.

O’Neal played 19 seasons in the NBA with stints for the Orlando Magic, Los Angeles Lakers, Miami Heat, Phoenix Suns, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Boston Celtics. O’Neal won three of his titles in Los Angeles and one in Miami before retiring in 2011.

Aside from winning three Finals MVPs and a regular season MVP in 2000, O’Neal had 15 All-Star and 17 All-NBA selections.

O’Neal has four kids with his ex-wife Shaunie O’Neal. He also has a stepson from Shaunie’s previous relationship and a daughter with his ex-girlfriend Arnetta Yardbourgh.

The day we have all been waiting for has finally arrived: Taylor Swift is performing her first show in Australia tonight.

 

We repeat: Taylor Swift is finally performing her first The Eras Tour show in Australia tonight.

It’s been a long time coming, we can tell you that for free, with many cheers and tears (see: The Great Ticketing War) being encountered along the way.

And it’s not just a big not for us Aussie Swifties – it’s actually predicted to be a history-making evening for Swift herself, as the first Melbourne show is set to be her biggest audience ever of at least 86,000 fans.

That will be a personal record for the Lavender Haze singer, who is coming off a monumental year into an even bigger one.

“I think this is next level by any standards. She is clearly the hottest artist on the planet and just keeps getting hotter and hotter and hotter,” Nine’s Entertainment Editor Richard Wilkins told 9honey Celebrity this week, saying the fanaticism around Swift is nothing like he’s ever seen before.

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As we count down the hours, minutes and then seconds until we hear the first strains of Miss Americana & the Heartbreak Prince at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, follow along with 9honey Celebrity’s live blog for all the latest news and updates you need to know.

Fears of asbestos near Sydney’s Accor Stadium alleviated

Amid Sydney’s asbestos debacle, one small median strip at Sydney Olympic Park – where Swift’s shows next weekend are set to take place – has been identified and tested for asbestos.

The test came back negative, but officials are testing it again just to be safe. If asbestos is found, it will be vacuumed up.

“This will not stop Taylor Swift performing in Sydney,” Minister for the Environment Penny Sharpe said.

“Sydney Olympic Park Authority is inspecting mulch from the supply chain under investigation, that has been used on a median strip on a divided road.

“An examination of the mulch found no asbestos. A back up test is being conducted as a precaution.

“We are testing samples but, regardless, we can remove the mulch and remediate before Taylor Swift takes to the stage in the Harbour City.”

Fans take their seats inside the MCG

Taylor Nation shares special message hours before Swift steps on stage

We’re one step closer to the big show… The MCG has opened its gates!

Taylor Swift fans travel from far and wide for the chance to see her

Megg travelled from Newcastle for the Melbourne show after missing out on tickets in Sydney, our reporter on the ground at the MCG, Allanah Sciberras, says.

READ MORE: The six songs you won’t see Taylor Swift perform in Australia

Megg and Gabby have been outside the MCG since this morning, though only one of them are going to the show. (Supplied)

Her friend Gabby – who is on holiday from England – wasn’t as lucky, but wanted to support her friend.

Megg said it took her hours to secure the tickets and she ended up spending more than $3000.

READ MORE: Fans are begging Travis to do this one thing at Taylor’s Aussie concerts

Swift merchandise wait times at the MCG are currently around one hour. (Nine/Supplied)

Length of Taylor Swift merchandise lines at MCG revealed

Our reporter on the ground at the MCG, Allanah Sciberras, says the wait time for merchandise purchasing at the MCG is currently around one hour.

Swift is set to take to the stage at around 8pm, but fans have been at the MCG since this morning to buy her merch.

Taylor Swift’s opening act Sabrina Carpenter has started her sound-check

Taylor Swift fans in Melbourne are still hoping to score tickets despite them being sold-out. (Nine/Supplied)

Hope for ticket Hail Mary to be answered last-minute

Our reporter on the ground at the MCG, Allanah Sciberras, has encountered some Swift superfans who are praying for a miracle.

Michelle and ‘Swift’ are hopeful they can score some last minute tickets. The pair are currently sitting outside of the MCG with handwritten signs.

“I just love her music and how she helps people and she is so nice and kind,” the youngster said.

READ MORE: ‘I got tickets to all four Sydney Taylor Swift Eras shows – please don’t hate me’

Fans started lining up at 6am today to get Taylor Swift-inspired tattoos. (Instagram/Fine Line Tattoos)

Fine Line Tattoos are celebrating Swift’s Melbourne concert with a flash walk-in tattoo event. (Instagram/Fine Line Tattoos)

Swifties have been lining up in Melbourne since 6am, but not for the concert

They’ve been lining up for Swift-inspired tattoos!

Melbourne tattoo studio Fine Line Tattoos have opened up their studio for walk-ins over three days to celebrate Swift’s arrival Down Under, making it so fans don’t have to book in an appointment to get a bespoke Swift-themed tattoo.

The studio is open from 9am to 5pm today, Saturday and Sunday, but some fans started lining up at 6am this morning – it is first in, best dressed after all.

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The MCG’s new look as the stage for Swift’s show tonight undergoes its final set up steps. (9News)

MCG boss’ warning to Taylor Swift fans ahead of her show tonight

Melbourne Cricket Club CEO Stuart Fox has issued a word of advice for fans who are heading to the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) for Swift’s show tonight, urging concertgoers to arrive at the precinct early.

Although Swift isn’t set to take to the stage until 8pm AEDT tonight, Fox has said that because several other major events are taking place in the area tonight, he would suggest leaving for the concert early.

“There’s going to be a lot of congestion … I’d certainly be making tracks at about 3 o’clock,” Fox told 3AW’s Breakfast with Ross and Russel this morning.

See what the MCG looks like now here.

Scammers targeting desperate fans already

Ticket scalpers (and many scammers) are flooding social media pages already with claims of last-minute sales for Swift tickets in Melbourne tonight.

Scammers have been targeting Swifties for the past several months and several official outlets have warned fans to be on the lookout for fake sellers.

A spokesperson for Scamwatch told 9honey that they are aware of scams associated with Taylor Swift tickets on social media.

“This has been particularly prevalent in NSW and Victoria. We have received reports of tickets being sold on social media where accounts have been compromised by scammers,” they said.

Basically, unless you want to risk losing your money, don’t try to purchase tickets outside of the official Ticketek Fan to Fan Marketplace.Messages about last-minute ticket sales are flooding Twitter. (Twitter)Scamwatch has warned about ticket scammers. (Twitter)

What would you give to go to Taylor Swift’s first Australian show?

One Adelaide woman is skipping her aunt’s funeral to attend Swift’s show in Melbourne tonight, choosing to fly to Victoria from South Australia rather than attend the memorial this afternoon.

“I’m a really big Swiftie, I would do anything, well clearly if I am missing a funeral,” she told 107.1 SAFM’s Bec & Soda For Breakfast yesterday.

“The body is being flown from Queensland, it’s a really big deal, there is going to be so many family members there, and I am willing to upset everyone to go.”

Your outfit for Taylor Swift’s Australian Eras Tour shows, sorted

Well… it’s probably too late to order these before Swift’s Melbourne show this evening, but the items below will likely come in time for her Sydney shows.

Click the image below for outfit inspiration ahead of Taylor Swift’s Sydney shows next weekend.

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Will Travis Kelce be joining Taylor Swift in Australia?

Maybe… probably…. it’s likely.

That’s according to 9honey’s Taylor Swift expert Jemima Skelley, who says the NFL star has “all but confirmed that he will be coming Down Under” now that his season has officially ended (with a truly stunning Super Bowl victory, no less).

It’s unlikely, however, that he’ll make it in time for Swift’s first Melbourne show tonight, with Swift touching down in the early hours of Thursday morning without her boyfriend.

Read the full story here.

READ MORE: Accor Stadium gives fans sneak peek of Sydney Eras Tour setup

Everyone wants to know if Swift’s beau Travis Kelce will be joining her Down Under. (Julio Cortez/AP)

How to access your tickets for Taylor Swift’s Melbourne show tonight

There is one thing Melbourne ticketholders must do as soon as possible to ensure easy entry this afternoon, a spokesperson for Ticketek warns.

“The most important message is to make sure that fans download the Ticketek app and add their ticket to their Google or Apple Wallet ASAP,” the Ticketek spokesperson urges.

Stadium rules you need to know for Taylor Swift’s Melbourne shows

So you’ve bought the tickets, have them downloaded to your Google or Apple Wallets, have your costumes on and you’re on your way to the stadium – there are some rules you should know to make sure you’re actually let in.

These rules include what bags you’re allowed to bring in, and how many friendship bracelets you can have with you.