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Jason Sudeikis gushes over his hometown in Ted Las…

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Jason Sudeikis is celebrating his Kansas City roots after bringing his beloved hometown to the center of the Ted Lasso season 4 premiere.

The 50-year-old actor and comedian, who stars as the warm-hearted football coach Ted Lasso, recently spoke with PEOPLE about returning to Kansas City with several of his castmates. For Sudeikis, filming there was more than simply another location shoot. It gave him the chance to share a place that has played an important role in his life with people he has worked alongside for years. (People.com⁠)

A special homecoming

Sudeikis grew up in the Kansas City area and has maintained a strong connection to the city. He frequently returns for charity events and other appearances, but bringing the Ted Lasso cast there created a different experience.

Some of his co-stars, including Hannah Waddingham and Brendan Hunt, were already familiar with Kansas City. For Juno Temple and Jeremy Swift, however, the 10-day shoot offered an opportunity to experience the city for the first time.

Sudeikis said he enjoyed watching his castmates discover the place he knows so well. Their reactions also allowed him to see Kansas City from a fresh perspective and appreciate it all over again. (People.com⁠)

Kansas City takes the spotlight

The season 4 premiere, titled “Home,” puts Kansas City at the heart of Ted’s story. The episode features recognizable locations and local touches, making the city feel like an important character rather than simply a backdrop.

One memorable stop is Gates Bar-B-Q, a Kansas City institution that has been serving barbecue since 1946. In the episode, Ted introduces his British friends to the local favorite, giving viewers a taste of the city’s famous food culture.

Sudeikis also revealed his own preferred order: pulled pork or burnt ends. His comments show just how familiar he remains with the city’s barbecue traditions. (People.com⁠)

Returning to Ted’s roots

The Kansas City setting also has deeper meaning for Ted. At the end of season 3, he returned home to be closer to his son, Henry. When Sudeikis initially considered the story complete, he felt Ted had already made his way back to Kansas City.

Season 4 now begins from that point, with Ted once again balancing his life at home with his connection to AFC Richmond. (Good Morning America⁠)

For Sudeikis, bringing Ted Lasso home has clearly been a meaningful experience. With Kansas City featured so prominently in the premiere, the new season offers fans a closer look at the place that helped shape both the actor and his beloved character.

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