Travis Kelsey He shares an update about his first film in Happy Gilmore 2.
The 35-year-old Kansas City Chiefs running back said on the Monday, Jan. 13, episode of the ESPN show The Pat McAfee Show That he has “some scenes” in the future Adam Sandler comedy This filming was a “heavy load” of work.
“That was a dream come true,” I thought SNL It will be the pinnacle of my acting, showman or entertainment career. “It's been a joy to work with Happy Gilmore himself, Sandman and Happy Productions, outside of the series,” he added. diverse.
Kelce shared that working alongside Sandler is no different than working with the Chiefs coach Andy Reid.
“They are very professional but so fun to work with. It felt like I was working with Andy Reid in the acting world.” (Sandler) looks just as great off screen as he does on screen. It was a dream come true. That was great.
NFL star She publicly lobbied for the role In the comedy sequel during the May 2024 episode of him and his brother Jason KelseyThe “New Heights” podcast.
Speaking about possibly appearing in the film, Travis said: “Man, I didn't even know there was a job opening for… Happy Gilmore 2“.
Travis added that he was a “huge Sandman fan” and would jump at the chance to appear in a movie with Sandler, but ultimately said it was all a “conspiracy theory.”
“I'll have more…anything to go around Happy GilmoreHe added: “An Adam Sandler movie or collection of movies – join me.” “I'll do anything in the movie. I'll be a part of it in any way I can.”
A few months later, in August 2024, Sandler certain That Travis will appear in the film.
“Travis mentioned it, so we have something nice for Travis,” Sandler, 58, said. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
The actor gushed about Travis, adding: “He's a very nice guy. You guys would love him in real life. What a big handsome guy. Funny and cool as hell. He's a stud and he's so funny.”
Happy Gilmore 2 It is scheduled to be released on Netflix later this year. And so is Travis the rapper Eminem And a WWE star Becky Lynch They are also prepared for engraving