SNL's Punkie Johnson Helps NFL Star Travis Kelce Gain Entry to After-Party

Johnson intervenes when Kelce, a Super Bowl champion, is initially denied entry, leading to an unexpected friendship.

Punkie Johnson, a comedian and SNL cast member, helped NFL superstar Travis Kelce gain entry to an SNL after-party when he was initially denied entry.
Johnson was surprised that Kelce didn't assert his celebrity status to gain entry and took it upon herself to intervene.
Johnson told the security that Kelce was a Super Bowl champion and the greatest tight end in the NFL, leading to his entry into the party.
Following the incident, Johnson joked that Kelce was now obligated to be her friend and take pictures with her every time they met.
Kelce later hosted SNL in March 2023 and has been dating pop icon Taylor Swift since summer 2023.