Bill Swerski's Superfans Reunite in Kansas City for Big Slick Celebrity Weekend
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This past weekend, the hilariously mustachioed Bill Swerski's Superfans from Saturday Night Live reassembled in Kansas City for a special occasion. The original Superfans, Bob Swerski (George Wendt) and Carl Wollarski (Robert Smigel), joined forces with a star-studded lineup at the Big Slick Celebrity Weekend, an annual fundraiser benefiting Children's Mercy Hospital in the Kansas City area.
Over the years, the Superfans have had a rotating cast of fellow Bears enthusiasts, including the late Chris Farley as Todd O'Conner, Mike Myers as Pat Arnold, and Joe Mantegna as the original Bill Swerski. However, this year's crew welcomed two new additions: actor and former SNL alum Jason Sudeikis, who showcased his Second City roots by donning a fake Chicago mustache, and Super Bowl champion Travis Kelce, who also hosted SNL in the past.
While the Superfans are known for their unyielding love for "Da Bears" and Coach Ditka, this time the topic that seemed to captivate their attention was none other than superstar singer Taylor Swift. Wollarski, in discussing the struggles of the Bears in securing a new football stadium, proposed the idea of reaching out to Taylor Swift to foot the bill. With a cheeky grin, he remarked, "What's a few hundred million to Taylor?" However, Kelce quickly shot down the suggestion, laughing that such a collaboration "ain't happening."
The Big Slick Celebrity Weekend, organized by Kansas City-area comics, aims to raise funds for Children's Mercy Hospital, which provides essential medical care to children in need. The event has become a beloved tradition, drawing in a multitude of showbiz personalities who generously contribute to this noble cause.
As the iconic Superfans from Bill Swerski's famous sketch, Bob Swerski and Carl Wollarski continue to delight fans with their larger-than-life personalities and unwavering devotion to the Chicago Bears. With the addition of Sudeikis and Kelce to their lineup, this year's Big Slick Celebrity Weekend brought even more laughter, camaraderie, and support for Children's Mercy Hospital.
As the event came to a close, the Superfans bid farewell to Kansas City, leaving behind fond memories of their passionate discussions about everything from the Bears to Taylor Swift. Undoubtedly, the reunion of these comedic legends will be cherished by fans and serve as a reminder of the power of laughter and giving back to the community.