Adam Sandler made sure Travis Kelce felt appreciated even though the Chiefs' TE couldn't attend Happy Gilmore 2 premiere

Time of India

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Adam Sandler praises Travis Kelce despite his absence at star-studded Happy Gilmore 2 premiere (Getty Images)
Travis Kelce
might have missed the glitz of the Happy Gilmore 2 premiere in New York City, but he certainly wasn't forgotten. While the Kansas City Chiefs tight end was noticeably absent from the red carpet, lead star Adam Sandler ensured that Kelce's contribution to the film didn't go unnoticed—offering heartfelt praise and even a few jokes that showed just how much Kelce left a mark on set.
Why did Travis Kelce skip Happy Gilmore 2 premiere?
Travis Kelce, 35, has been gradually expanding his presence beyond the gridiron, and his cameo in Happy Gilmore 2 marks his first official film role. He plays a hotel employee in the Netflix sequel, sharing an entertaining scene with global music icon Bad Bunny. But despite his rising presence in entertainment, Kelce stayed loyal to his day job—choosing training camp over the premiere.
With Kansas City's training camp kicking off the very next morning at Missouri Western State University, Kelce had already reported with the team a day early.
The timing made it nearly impossible for him to attend Monday night's star-studded screening. That decision, while disappointing for fans hoping to spot him alongside girlfriend Taylor Swift—who also skipped the event—speaks volumes about Kelce's ongoing commitment to football, even amid his growing fame in Hollywood.
It's also worth noting that Kelce and Swift have never made a formal red carpet appearance as a couple, despite being together for nearly two years.
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Their most public joint outing was at Kelce's Tight End University welcome event last month, where they arrived hand-in-hand.
Adam Sandler's praise for Travis Kelce and a dash of Swiftie humor
Even though Kelce couldn't be there in person, Sandler made sure his presence was felt. 'They were both so confident and so funny,' Sandler told The Hollywood Reporter, referring to Kelce and Bad Bunny. 'They're gonna go on and do whatever the hell they want. But I'd love to do something with them again, because I got very friendly with them.
I love them both.'
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Sandler didn't hold back his admiration for Kelce and even offered Swift some unexpected appreciation. When asked if
Taylor Swift
might join the cast in the future, he quipped, 'Just let Taylor entertain the world like she does... she's done a lot for our planet.' In another interview, the 50 First Dates star joked that if he weren't acting, he'd become a 'professional Swiftie,' screaming 'Taylor! I love you!' from the sidelines.
The premiere may have been packed with celebrities—from Jimmy Fallon to John Cena and golfer Scottie Scheffler—but one thing was clear: Kelce's absence didn't dim his star. Thanks to Sandler's shoutout, the tight end's short but memorable film role got the spotlight it deserved—even if he was hundreds of miles away suiting up for another season.
FAQs:
1. What role does Travis Kelce play in Happy Gilmore 2?
In Happy Gilmore 2, Travis Kelce plays the role of a hotel employee.
2. When is Happy Gilmore 2 releasing?
Happy Gilmore 2 will be released on Netflix on July 25, 2025.
3. Why did Travis Kelce miss the Happy Gilmore 2 premiere?
Travis Kelce missed the premiere due to his commitment to the Kansas City Chiefs' training camp starting the next morning.
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