The Kansas City Chiefs tight end made a lasting impression on Prince William during their meeting in London in 2024, but the British royal has now revealed a funny detail about their famous group photograph. Travis Kelce has a knack for commanding attention, even when he finds himself in royal company. During an appearance on The Graham Norton Show , William admitted he had tried to move Kelce out of the frame. His candid confession has added an unexpected twist to the moment, while Kelce’s own glowing assessment of the Prince of Wales makes the story even more entertaining.
“I wasn’t until recently,” Prince William told Norton when asked if he knew about how important the photo was. “He [Prince William] was the coolest m—erf—er,” Kelce told his brother, Jason. For Kelce, however, meeting the future king of Britain was a highlight. The NFL star has never hidden his enthusiasm for the encounter, and his reaction suggests he enjoyed the royal company far more than William’s latest confession might suggest. “They were an absolute delight to me, I wasn’t sure if I was supposed to bow to them or curtsy, or just be an American idiot and shake their hand. The meeting also highlighted Kelce’s ability to move comfortably between the NFL and celebrity circles. As one of football’s most recognisable personalities, he has built a public profile that extends well beyond the field.