Travis Kelce famous for 'Saturday Night Live' stumble, labels himself as someone with reading difficulties
Travis Kelce, the star tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs and Taylor Swift's boyfriend, recently revealed that hosting *Saturday Night Live* (SNL) was a demanding experience for him. During an interview on the "Bussin' with the Boys" podcast, Kelce admitted that he struggled with the table readings, a crucial part of the SNL preparation process.
Kelce, who is known for his passion for audiobooks, found the task of reading scripts aloud challenging due to his reading skills. Despite this hurdle, he expressed a desire to be respected for his approach to hosting SNL, balancing having fun with taking the gig seriously.
The week leading up to his SNL appearance in March 2023 was grueling, with Kelce working late hours to prepare for the prerecorded segments and ensuring he didn't skip lines during the table readings. Taylor Lewan, a host on the "Bussin' with the Boys" podcast, empathised with Kelce's reading difficulties, sharing his preference for audiobooks as well.
Kelce's SNL episode featured musical guest Kelsea Ballerini, and despite the challenges, he managed to deliver a memorable performance. The writers' rooms during his SNL experience were described as fun, indicating that the difficulties he faced didn't diminish his enjoyment of the overall experience.
In addition to his football career and SNL hosting gig, Kelce has ventured into acting. He made appearances in FX's "Grotesquerie" and Netflix's "Happy Gilmore" sequel, demonstrating his versatility and dedication to pursuing new opportunities.
Despite the challenges he faced during his SNL hosting experience, Kelce's determination and resilience shone through, showcasing his ability to adapt and excel in diverse situations. His candid admission about his reading difficulties offers an insightful look into the challenges even high-profile public figures can face in demanding performance settings.
Travis Kelce, in conversation with Taylor Lewan on the "Bussin' with the Boys" podcast, expressed a wish to be appreciated for his entertaining approach towards hosting Saturday Night Live (SNL), which he found both fun and challenging, especially with his reading skills. Although Kelce is also renowned for his involvement in sports, particularly football, and his foray into acting, his experience of hosting SNL serves as a testament to his versatility and determination, even amidst difficult table readings.