Heidi Gardner Shares Behind-the-Scenes SNL Moments with Travis Kelce, Apologizes to Taylor Swift

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04/05/2024 04h25

In a recent interview on Today with Hoda & Jenna, Saturday Night Live cast member Heidi Gardner opened up about her experience working with NFL star Travis Kelce when he hosted SNL in March 2023. Gardner, a longtime Kansas City Chiefs fan, had personally requested Kelce to host the show after his team's Super Bowl LVII win.

During the interview, Gardner revealed that she went the extra mile to make Kelce feel comfortable on set. As a sports fan herself, she took a keen interest in his preferences and discovered that his go-to snacks were Uncrustables. Gardner made sure to provide him with a bunch of these snacks before the dress rehearsal for his episode.

Amidst sharing these details, Gardner briefly apologized to singer Taylor Swift, as she recounted a skit they had done together on SNL. The skit, titled "Garrett from Hinge," featured Gardner and Kelce in a bed scene when they were interrupted by Gardner's Hinge date, played by Bowen Yang. Gardner humorously recalled that just before the lights came on for the scene, Kelce leaned over and mentioned that he had been eating Uncrustables all day.

It is important to note that the episode was filmed months before Kelce and Swift began dating. Their relationship, which became public last fall when Swift started attending NFL games to support Kelce and the Chiefs, has since garnered attention from fans and media alike. Even though Gardner admitted that she "loved" Kelce before Swift, being a Kansas City native and lifelong Chiefs fan, she found the idea amusing.

As for Taylor Swift's thoughts on Travis Kelce before meeting him, that remains a mystery. However, the comedic moments and shared interests on SNL seemed to have laid the foundation for a blossoming relationship. Fans will undoubtedly be intrigued to learn more about the dynamic between Kelce and Swift.

In conclusion, Heidi Gardner's recent interview shed light on her memorable moments with Travis Kelce during his hosting gig on SNL. From providing him with his favorite snacks to sharing humorous onscreen interactions, Gardner's behind-the-scenes insights highlighted the camaraderie and fun that unfolded during the show. And with the added connection between Kelce and Taylor Swift, it only adds to the intrigue surrounding their relationship.

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