Travis Kelce to join Adam Sandler in 'Happy Gilmore 2' with cameo role

As Travis Kelce sees his extends into the twilight years, the Kansas City Chiefs star tight end is making a bee-line to Hollywood. Legendary comedian and movie-maker, Adam Sandler, is helping him make the transition.

Appearing on "The Tonight Show" with Jimmy Fallon Tuesday night (h/t TMZ), Sandler shared that Kelce will be making a cameo appearance in his newest movie, "Happy Gilmore 2."

"We have a nice something for Travis," Sandler said. "He's gonna come by."

"He's a very nice guy. You guys would love him in real life. What a big, handsome guy. Funny and cool as hell. He’s a stud and he’s so funny."

Here is the entire video of Sandler's interview with Fallon:

This news of his cameo in "Happy Gilmore 2" comes on the heels of a report Tuesday that Kelce will have a starring role in another film, "Loose Cannons." He has also appeared in FOX horror series "Grotesquerie" and was a host of"Are You Smarter Than A Celebrity?"

Kelce is a three-time Super Bowl champ and future Hall of Famer. Based on his recent extra-curricular activities outside of football, it appears he may be setting himself up for a legendary run as an entertainer.