Jason Kelce Strips to Speedo in Million-Dollar Mission Viral Video
Jason Kelce Strips to Speedo in Million-Dollar Mission Viral Video originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
There's something beautifully unhinged about watching a former NFL All-Pro center transform into a part-time bartender, part-time entertainer and full-time legend all in the name of charity. Jason Kelce's annual fundraising extravaganza in Sea Isle City has evolved from a simple celebrity bartending gig into what can only be described as organized chaos with a heart of gold.
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The retired Eagles icon has perfected the art of turning philanthropy into performance art, creating an event that somehow manages to be both completely ridiculous and deeply meaningful. This year's edition at Ocean Drive proved that Kelce has no intention of toning down his approach to charitable giving, much to the delight of Eagles fans who descended on the Jersey Shore town like a green-clad invasion force.
This year's event delivered spectacle in spades, with Kelce making his grand entrance in American flag shorts that lasted all of thirty seconds before he dramatically ripped them off to reveal a matching patriotic Speedo underneath. The crowd erupted as he climbed a lifeguard chair, fully embracing the absurd theatrics that have become his trademark.
What sets Kelce's fundraising approach apart isn't just his willingness to embrace the absurd—it's his understanding that authentic connection trumps polished presentation every time. Current and former players showed their bartending skills, including Cooper DeJean, Sydney Brown and Connor Barwin, proving they're not just making appearances—they're genuinely engaging with the community that supported them throughout their careers.
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Kelce's genius lies in recognizing that people are more likely to open their wallets when they're genuinely enjoying themselves. The Eagles Autism Foundation has benefited enormously from this philosophy, with the Shore Birds events raising more than $1.4 million since 2021. The foundation's work resonates particularly strongly with attendees, many of whom have personal connections to autism spectrum disorders. The event has become an annual pilgrimage for Eagles faithful, representing something larger than just successful fundraising—it's a celebration of community and the idea that doing good doesn't have to be serious business.
Jason Kelce may be retired from football, but he's still anchoring the city of Philadelphia—this time from a beach bar, in a Speedo, for a cause that continues to change lives.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 27, 2025, where it first appeared.
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