Travis Kelce took a trip down memory lane on Wednesday’s ‘New Heights’ podcast, revisiting a hilarious episode of ‘Punk’d’ featuring his girlfriend Taylor Swift. The conversation sparked during the ‘No Dumb Questions’ segment when a fan inquired about Travis’s previous discussions with Andrew Santino, the series writer and star, regarding the infamous 2012 bit.
Travis, who had witnessed the episode but was unaware of its backstory, shared his amusement with the incident, which saw Taylor unintentionally launch a firework into a boat during a mock wedding off the Malibu coast. Santino, who played the role of the groom, shed light on the meticulous planning behind the prank, including the setup of a fake button and a rigged firework connected to a rope line.
Santino emphasized that the entire episode was staged, highlighting Taylor’s genuine reaction and the controlled chaos that ensued. When the bride expressed concerns about the firework, Santino had planned an alternative option, but Taylor’s playful touch triggered the explosion. Travis erupted in laughter throughout the story, remarking, ‘This is so good.’
The situation escalated as Santino, in the guise of the groom, arrived on shore with actors portraying a priest and a bride, blaming Taylor for ruining their wedding. Jason Kelce, Travis’s co-host and older brother, marveled at the elaborate prank, while Travis exclaimed, ‘You gotta see it.’
Santino shared that Taylor had fully believed the scenario, despite its chaotic nature. Travis expressed his intention to inquire about Taylor’s perspective on the incident, admitting that he had initially fallen for the prank as well. The conversation prompted Travis to consider mentioning the episode to Taylor once again, indicating that he would seek out her version of events.
Notably, the podcast discussion did not mention Taylor Swift’s latest album, ‘The Tortured Poets Department,’ despite speculation about its possible references to Travis and his family. Travis has previously expressed his admiration for the album, and his attendance at Taylor’s upcoming ‘Eras Tour’ in Europe has been confirmed.
