Is Travis Kelce already generating bad blood with Hollywood because of his…see more

Is Travis Kelce already generating bad blood with Hollywood because of his upcoming game show?
The tight end will host ‘Are You Smarter Than A Celebrity?’ which is set to debut later this year

Travis Kelce, the Kansas City Chiefs’ superstar tight end, is set to take on a new role this October, but his latest venture is already causing a stir.

Kelce, 34, has been announced as the host of the upcoming Prime Video spinoff show, Are You Smarter Than A Celebrity?-a modern twist on the popular game show Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader? However, not everyone is thrilled about the NFL star’s leap into the television world.

Why is Travis Kelce getting backlash for TV show gig?
The original Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?, hosted by comedian Jeff Foxworthy, was a beloved show that ran from 2007 to 2015.

Foxworthy, known for his sharp wit and down-to-earth humor, made the format a hit by engaging contestants with his unique comedic style.

But with Kelce now stepping into the hosting role, some in the comedy community feel he’s encroaching on Foxworthy’s territory.

A source from the comedy world expressed concerns, stating, “Not to take anything away from Travis’ incredible success, but this show and this format was originally tailored to be a Jeff Foxworthy vehicle. It seems pretty unfair for Travis just to march into the franchise and do Jeff’s schtick without at least a little acknowledgment of who made the format work in the first place.”