Actor Josh Charles recently recounted a humorous interaction he had with NFL star Travis Kelce on the set of Taylor Swift’s music video for “Fortnight.” During an appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” on January 5, 2024, Charles reflected on calling Kelce a “d***” in a lighthearted moment that revealed their playful rapport.
The exchange took place while both actors were filming a cameo for the music video, where they portrayed scientists conducting an experiment. Charles admitted to having mixed feelings about Kelce after the Kansas City Chiefs defeated his team, the Baltimore Ravens, in the AFC Championship Game.
“I’ve always liked Travis Kelce, I thought he was cool, but that year they beat us in the AFC championship game — they beat the Ravens — he was a real jerk that year,” Charles shared. This candid remark elicited laughter from Kelce, who took the comment in stride. “He laughed, and he said, ‘You know what, you’re right,’” Charles recalled.
Kelce then elaborated on the significance of that particular game for the Chiefs, explaining, “We marked down that game against your team as if we could win that game; we were most worried about that game.” His confident demeanor was intentional, as he acknowledged that he had to come in with some swagger.
Charles highlighted how Kelce’s tactics during the game were effective, stating that he managed to provoke a personal foul from one of the Ravens’ veterans. “He got in our heads, and it worked for them, and they won the game,” Charles explained. Despite the competitive tension, he expressed admiration for Kelce, concluding that the tight end is “such a good dude.”
The collaboration on the music video offered a unique opportunity for the actors, with Charles and his Dead Poets Society co-star, Ethan Hawke, sharing the screen with Swift. The chemistry among the cast members added a memorable layer to the project, which has drawn significant attention from fans.
Charles later shared behind-the-scenes photos from the set on social media, expressing his enthusiasm about collaborating with Swift, further emphasizing the positive experience they all had during filming.
This lighthearted interaction between Kelce and Charles serves as a reminder of the camaraderie and mutual respect that can exist even amid intense sports rivalries.
