Veteran actress Niecy Nash has praised Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce for his on-screen prowess as he ventures into the world of acting. Kelce is set to star alongside Nash in the horror series ‘Grotesquerie’, directed by the renowned Ryan Murphy of ‘American Horror Story’ fame.
Nash, an esteemed actress in her own right, has been working closely with Kelce, and she couldn’t be more impressed. “I’ve been pleasantly surprised. He’s doing remarkably well,” Nash, 54, shared with Entertainment Tonight. The duo has been hard at work, rehearsing their lines and preparing for their roles, often involving “sitting around, eating, and reading lines,” according to Nash.
Niecy Nash has praised Travis Kelce for his dedication to learning his lines and his performance in ‘Grotesquerie’
When probed about Kelce’s relationship with the illustrious Taylor Swift, Nash playfully replied, “I don’t ask and tell!” maintaining a discreet yet supportive stance on the matter.
It was Nash who first revealed the exciting collaboration with Kelce, sharing a lighthearted video on Instagram in May. The clip showcased the duo’s playful dynamic, with Kelce expressing his excitement about venturing into new territory with Nash.
In a ‘New Heights’ podcast episode with his brother, Jason Kelce, Travis described his acting debut as “so much fun,” lauding Murphy’s multifaceted talent. While he initially felt like an amateur, Kelce soon found his footing, grateful for the opportunity to work with such esteemed company.
In addition to ‘Grotesquerie’, Travis Kelce is also set to host Amazon’s ‘Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity?’ showcasing his versatility
A source close to the production shared with Us Weekly in May that Kelce “had an incredible time filming” and truly enjoyed the experience. This Hollywood endeavor is not Kelce’s first; he is also set to host Amazon Prime Video’s game show ‘Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity?’, a spin-off of the beloved ‘Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?’
Kelce expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating, “I grew up loving game shows, and I’m excited to be following in the footsteps of so many TV icons by hosting my very first one.” He added, “I’m just happy to be on the hosting side of the equation here and excited to see how these famous faces keep up.”
