Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce.

Julia Roberts recently made headlines when she was spotted having a good time with Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce at Taylor Swift‘s Eras Tour show in Dublin. Kelce, 34, couldn’t contain his excitement as he shared the details of their encounter on his “New Heights” podcast, describing the experience as “pretty cool” and the actress as “awesome.”

The interaction between Roberts, 56, and Kelce was captured on video by a fan and quickly went viral. Some social media users criticized Roberts for being too touchy, with one even calling her actions “too much.”

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Julia Roberts gets handsy with Travis Kelce at Taylor Swift Eras Tour concertParker Johnson

However, Kelce had nothing but positive things to say about the encounter, emphasizing that he had an “awesome” time with the “Notting Hill” star.

Despite the mixed reactions from fans and celebrities, Kelce seemed unfazed by the attention, even joking about meeting A-listers as a “jabroni.” It’s clear that he appreciated the opportunity to connect with a Hollywood icon like Julia Roberts.

Kelce jokes about meeting A-listers as a “jabroni”

When discussing the incident, Kelce didn’t shy away from expressing his admiration for Roberts and the fun they had at the concert. He highlighted that the actress was “having some fun” with Stevie Nicks in the VIP tent during the show, adding another layer of excitement to the already memorable event.

In response to the backlash against Roberts, some fans came to her defense, pointing out that some people are naturally “touchy” and that age shouldn’t be a factor in their interaction. It’s evident that opinions were divided on the matter, but Kelce’s positive outlook on the experience speaks volumes about his character and his ability to appreciate a unique moment.

Despite differing perspectives on the encounter, it’s clear that Travis Kelce thoroughly enjoyed meeting Julia Roberts and didn’t let any negative commentary affect his appreciation for the experience. His lighthearted approach to the situation and genuine enthusiasm for the opportunity to interact with a Hollywood legend like Roberts is a testament to his down-to-earth personality and ability to find joy in unexpected moments. As Kelce put it, meeting Julia Roberts was undeniably “pretty cool.”