Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is ready to dive into the world of late-night television and shares the guidance he received from industry veteran Jimmy Kimmel.
- November 27, 2024
AceShowbiz - Retired NFL center Jason Kelce is preparing to tackle a new career path by hosting his own late-night talk show on ESPN. Jason is set to debut his show, "They Call It Late Night with Jason Kelce," on January 3, and it will run every Friday for five consecutive weeks, culminating just before Super Bowl week. Fans can expect the excitement to unfold at 1 AM, with the final couple of episodes starting at 1:30 AM.
The idea of transitioning from the gridiron to the TV screen might seem daunting, but Jason has found a supportive mentor in Jimmy Kimmel. Appearing on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" on November 21, Jason received invaluable insights from the host himself.
He expressed his gratitude on the latest episode of his podcast, "New Heights" brother Travis Kelce, stating, "Jimmy was the man, offered tons of advice, got to follow him around all day. So to be able to go on his show and promote my show that's coming out, but also you just go there and talk to him[…] it was honestly a very, very beneficial trip to take."
Travis shared his own positive experience of meeting Kimmel over the summer, calling him "one of the best in the business for a reason." While it remains unconfirmed whether Travis or his high-profile girlfriend, Taylor Swift, will appear as guests, fans are eagerly speculating about potential appearances.
Jason, a fan of late-night talk shows and particularly fond of Conan O'Brien, is excited about this new venture. The upcoming show will feature footballers, coaches, and other celebrities as guests, along with a live band playing iconic NFL songs. This unique combination aims to engage sports enthusiasts and late-night TV fans alike.
Jason's foray into media isn't entirely new, as he has already proven his capabilities through his podcast and his role as an ESPN NFL analyst. However, "They Call It Late Night with Jason Kelce" marks his first solo project on such a grand scale. As Jason combines his football insight with late-night entertainment, audiences can look forward to an engaging and unique viewing experience that bridges the world of sports and television.
Stay tuned every Friday night starting January 3 to catch Jason Kelce's new late-night show on ESPN, and watch how his transition from NFL player to late-night host unfolds.
