The Kansas City Chiefs tight end is keen on expanding his repertoire from the Super Bowl champion to Hollywood acting roles, and he isn't shy about his ambitions.
- May 31, 2024
AceShowbiz - Travis Kelce isn't just aiming for touchdowns; he's also setting his sights on Hollywood. With aspirations that stretch beyond the football field, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end is ready for his close-up.
On a recent episode of his popular podcast, "New Heights" with his brother Jason Kelce, the three-time Super Bowl champion made his intentions clear. "I'm looking for movie deals," he said.
Specifically, Kelce expressed strong interest in Netflix's forthcoming "Happy Gilmore 2". "I'll do anything in the movie. I'll be a part of it any way I possibly can," he declared.
This enthusiasm might have already won him some popularity points, as Kelce was recently seen sporting a "Happy Gilmore" hat following the announcement of the sequel. The upcoming film will be a follow-up to Adam Sandler's beloved 1996 aggro-golf comedy.
This isn't Kelce's first foray into acting. He's set to appear in Ryan Murphy's highly anticipated FX horror drama "Grotesquerie". The show, starring Niecy Nash-Betts, recently confirmed Kelce's participation in an Instagram video. Clearly, his football fame is opening doors in Hollywood, where he's been landing more opportunities in recent months.
His star power surged substantially over the past year, partly due to his relationship with global pop sensation Taylor Swift. Hollywood has been taking note, giving him a diverse array of opportunities. In April, Kelce signed on to host Amazon's upcoming game show "Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity?", a reboot of the popular Fox series "Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?
Continuing his venture into entertainment, Kelce is also a producer for the upcoming war dramedy "My Dead Friend Zoe" and a documentary titled "King Pleasure", focused on artist Jean-Michel Basquiat. Also worth noting, in March 2023, Kelce made his debut as a host of "Saturday Night Live", appearing in memorable sketches alongside his brother, Jason.
For a man who's already achieved so much on the football field, Travis Kelce shows no signs of slowing down. His growing involvement in various entertainment projects indicates a promising Hollywood career. Keep your eyes peeled; you never know where you'll see Kelce next, be it on the gridiron or the big screen.
