Hallmark’s “Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story” just got its newest cast member.
On July 13, Hallmark revealed that Donna Kelce, mom of NFL stars Jason and Travis Kelce, would be joining the cast of the upcoming “Countdown To Christmas” movie.
According to the statement, Donna Kelce will be portraying the character Donna, who is a manager of a Kansas City barbecue restaurant called Norma & Nic’s.
Hallmark also announced Donna Kelce's cameo on social media, posting a video of her on Instagram alongside the movie's stars Hunter King and Tyler Hynes.
In the clip, King and Hynes stood next to each other and introduced themselves to viewers before both stepped aside to reveal none other than Donna Kelce. To show support to her younger son and Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, the proud mom of two sported his jersey for the special announcement.
“Hi, I’m Donna Kelce, and I’m in a “Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story,” she said, followed by celebratory reaction from with King and Hynes.
Donna Kelce isn't the only noteworthy cameo in the holiday flick, either.
On July 11, the NFL reported that the film, “Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story,” will feature some familiar faces from the football world, including the Chiefs' head coach Andy Reid and several players.
This comes a day after it was announced on TODAY that Jenna Bush Hager will have a speaking part in the holiday movie.
Read on to learn more about the film.
What is 'Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story' about?
The movie is about a woman named Alana who hails from a family of Chiefs fans and strikes up a relationship with Derrick, the director of fan engagement for the team, according to a June 25 press release.
The two end up spending a lot of time together once Alana's family enters the Chiefs' “Fan of the Year” contest. As sparks fly between them, things begin to go awry once Alana's grandfather's loses his vintage Chiefs good-luck winter hat, the news release explains.
Her grandfather's missing prized possession makes Alana doubt everything she believed about fate until a little Christmas magic is thrown her way.
When and where will the Chiefs Hallmark holiday movie film?
The movie started production in July 2024 and will film at various locations in Kansas City, Missouri, including the Chiefs' home venue at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.
This is also the same stadium where Travis Kelce's girlfriend, Taylor Swift, performed for her "Eras Tour."
“We are honored to partner with Hallmark on a project as unique as this,” Chiefs president Mark Donovan said in a statement on June 25. “As a club, we pride ourselves on exploring new ways to grow our brand, as well as connect with new audiences. This partnership unites two passionate fanbases and gives us an opportunity to show Chiefs Kingdom’s energy and tradition on one of the most-watched channels during the holiday season.”
Darren Abbott, Hallmark's chief brand officer, also said he's looking forward to this venture with the NFL.
“With Hallmark and the Kansas City Chiefs both homegrown, rooted in values, tradition and community, there is a special alchemy between these two iconic organizations,” Abbott said in a statement on June 25. “By blending the warmth of Hallmark storytelling with the excitement of professional football, we are thrilled to give audiences a front-row seat to this community’s spirit, rich traditions and passionate fans that define Kansas City, all wrapped up in the comforting and uplifting Hallmark way.”
Who is starring in the Chiefs Hallmark holiday movie?
It was announced in the June press release that actors Tyler Hynes, Hunter King, and Ed Begley Jr were starring in the film. Then, the NFL reported on July 11 that Christine Ebersole, Megyn Price, Richard Riehle and Diedrich Bader will be joining the cast.
Chiefs head coach Reid will also be appearing in the movie with guard Trey Smith, wide receiver Mecole Hardman, running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire, defensive end George Karlaftis and a few other players, the NFL reported.
Additionally, TODAY's Jenna will be making a cameo in the movie, which she revealed on air July 11 while donning a Chiefs jersey and a Santa hat.
“Here’s the script,” she said while holding it up for her fellow TODAY co-hosts to see. “But it’s top secret.”
Donna Kelce was the most recent star to be added to the cast list for the upcoming movie. Hallmark shared the news on July 13, and also posted about it on social media in a video featuring Kelce, King and Hynes.
Hallmark also noted in their statement that Chiefs fan and red carpet correspondent Taylen Biggs would be making a special appearance in the movie. The 11-year-old had a tearful reaction to hearing the news that she'd be appearing in her first movie ever, calling the Chiefs “her favorite team in the world.”
When is ‘Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story’ coming out?
"Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story" is set to air this year during Hallmark’s 15th anniversary of "Countdown to Christmas."
