Kel Mitchell’s Viral Emmy’s Moment Wasn’t As Glamorous As You May Think

While Kel Mitchell got to don a tuxedo and attend the Emmys to reunite on-screen with Kenan Thompson, he did not get to experience the full fanfare that the other celebrities experienced. In fact, the “Mystery Men” actor opened up about the stunt during the festivities after the show and admitted that he was kept hidden from the crowds during the lead-up to the ceremony and didn’t get to watch the red carpet. Reflecting on the night, Mitchell told The Hollywood Reporter, “They had to hide me the whole time while I was here. I was ready to walk the carpet and everything but they were like, ‘No, let’s hide you.’ That way it could be a big moment.”

Despite not getting to walk the red carpet of the Emmys, Mitchell still enjoyed himself and was glad to see that the audience enjoyed his cameo at the ceremony as well. “But, yeah, man, it was really fun,” the actor continued. “We knew the audience would like that.” Plus, once the big moment paid off, Mitchell still got to stick around and enjoy the rest of the evening.