At 37 years old, Jason Kelce, the charismatic former player for the Philadelphia Eagles and Super Bowl champion, is ready for a new chapter in his career: becoming the host of a late-night show on ESPN. He made the announcement on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, where he revealed his excitement for this unexpected turn in his life.
"I loved late-night shows, I've always loved them. I remember the sleepovers where I watched Conan O'Brien with my friends," Kelce confessed. This love for entertainment has led him to create They Call It Late Night with Jason Kelce, a show that promises to combine sports, humor, and entertainment in a fresh format.
Jason Kelce has a charisma that attracts the masses
The program, which will premiere in 2025, will have a one-hour duration and will be recorded live from Union Transfer in Philadelphia, a city that has always been a central part of his career and his life. ESPN has committed to five initial episodes, culminating with one on February 1st.
"We are going to have a bunch of guys there: game legends, friends I played with, coaches, celebrities," Kelce anticipated. This, combined with his experience as an analyst on Monday Night Countdown this season, promises to bring a unique and personal focus to the world of nighttime sports.
ESPN's decision to give a space to the older brother of Chiefs' tight end Travis Kelce seems logical. The brothers are already a media phenomenon thanks to their popular podcast New Heights, and the family's fame skyrocketed even more after Travis' relationship with Taylor Swift.
With charisma to spare and a platform on ESPN, Jason Kelce is ready to shine in a new field, bringing his humor and passion for sports to a nighttime audience. Philadelphia, once again, will witness the impact of one of its favorite sons.