onna Kelce recently shared insights into the bond she shares with daughter-in-law, Kylie Kelce, emphasizing the similarities that have made their connection truly special.

Kylie is married to Jason Kelce, the Philadelphia Eagles’ center who announced his retirement from the NFL following his team’s loss against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday.

Donna and Kylie’s shared passions

Donna Kelce praised Kylie as a standup individual who takes everything onto herself, noting, “She is just one of those individuals that doesn’t need any help.”

Donna expressed admiration for Kylie’s independence and shared activities they both enjoy, saying, “We’re very similar in our likes and dislikes and how we feel about the world and everything that goes on in the United States.”

The Kelce matriarch highlighted their shared love for women’s sports and other “really fun things,” deepening the connection between the two.

Despite differences in their family backgrounds, Donna and Kylie both enjoy entertaining and hosting gatherings.

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Donna described their family as small, consisting of her sons Travis, Jason, and their father, Ed, while Kylie hails from a larger extended family accustomed to entertaining on a grand scale.

Donna Kelce loves being a grandmother

Donna remained discreet about her relationship with Travis’ girlfriend, Taylor Swift, but she couldn’t help but express her pride in watching her grandchildren grow up.

Speaking to PEOPLE, Donna, who goes by the name “Dee Dee” to her grandchildren, shared her joy in witnessing the unique qualities of Wyatt, Elliotte, and Bennett, revealing that “I like seeing Wyatt’s articulate, confident growth into her own identity. Elliotte’s sweet disposition and loving nature – while still showing traits of a toddler. And Bennett’s [got a] chill, independent, and happy temperament.”