GH Alum Nicholas Chavez Praises Travis Kelce, Calling Him Awesome In ‘Grotesquerie’

Travis Kelce, known for his NFL success, is now diving into the world of acting, and his co-stars are already singing his praises.

In the upcoming FX horror series ‘Grotesquerie’, Kelce takes on a mysterious role that has fans and insiders excited.

Nicholas Chavez – Shares Insights About Working With Kelce

During the Los Angeles premiere of ‘Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story’ on Monday, Sept. 16, Nicholas Chavez shared insights about working with Kelce on set.

Speaking with PEOPLE, Chavez remarked on Kelce’s potential in the series, saying, “He has such an exciting character in this show, and I think that people should be looking forward to seeing Travis shine because the guy’s a star.” Chavez, 25, known for his role on ‘General Hospital’, expressed how much he enjoyed getting to know Kelce, adding that Kelce is both “a friendly and cool guy.”

When discussing Kelce’s acting abilities, Chavez noted that the NFL star handled the material “like a pro.” Despite Kelce’s lack of prior acting experience, he seemed to fit in seamlessly. “He’s awesome,” Chavez stated, hinting that Kelce’s performance is one to watch.

Praises From Other Co-stars

Kelce also received high praise from his fellow co-stars, particularly Nash-Betts. A source exclusively revealed to PEOPLE that Nash-Betts “adored” Kelce during their time filming.

The insider shared, “[Travis] was super happy on set, and he and Niecy vibed really well. Nothing felt forced.” Nash-Betts, known for her quick judgment of people, reportedly gave Kelce an immediate “green light,” further solidifying his place on set.

Niecy Nash-Betts also had glowing comments for Kelce, sharing her thoughts during the 76th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards.

She confidently stated, “I think the audience is really gonna love him in the series. He did such a good job.” Nash-Betts revealed that after every scene, she found herself impressed with Kelce’s performance, often sending him texts to congratulate him on his work.

Kelce Expressed His Enthusiasm for Acting

Kelce’s enthusiasm for acting was evident in a May episode of his podcast, ‘New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce’. He admitted that landing the role was a surprise, describing the experience as both fun and overwhelming. “I feel like an amateur,” Kelce confessed on the podcast. “And I haven’t gotten fired yet, so we’re doing good.”

He also praised the series’ creator, Ryan Murphy, saying, “Ryan Murphy is an unbelievable writer, director, producer—he can do it all.” Despite feeling like a novice, Kelce shared how Murphy’s confidence in him helped ease his nerves.

More Details On ‘Grotesquerie’

Along with Kelce, ‘Grotesquerie’ boasts a strong cast, including Courtney B. Vance, Lesley Manville, Micaela Diamond, and Raven Goodwin.

Though details of Kelce’s character are still under wraps, Chavez stars as Father Charlie Mayhew in ‘Grotesquerie’, with the show being led by Niecy Nash-Betts as Detective Lois Tryon.

According to the official description, the series follows Nash-Betts’ character as she uncovers a string of heinous crimes that appear disturbingly personal.

The 10-episode drama series is set to air on FX starting Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024, at 10 p.m. ET/PT, with episodes available to stream the following day on Hulu.

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