‘It Was an Interesting Project’- NY Yankees Legend Derek Jeter Opened Up on His Experience to Film ‘The Captain’

Derek Jeter is getting all the limelight for his upcoming documentary series ‘The Captain.’ Recently, the Tribeca Film Festival hosted the world premiere of the much-awaited sports documentary. The New York Yankees legend opened up about his experience to film ‘The Captain.’

It was a star-studded event at the Tribeca Film Festival. Several celebrities attended the world premiere of ‘The Captain.’ From CC Sabathia, Amber Sabathia, Hannah Jeter, Joe Torre, Harold Reynolds, and Jose Trevino were among the stars who attended the screening of the much-awaited sports documentary.

Having played for over two decades, Derek Jeter has built a legacy in Major League Baseball. Under his leadership, the New York Yankees won five World Series titles. Even after eight years of his retirement, the Yankees are yet to find his replacement.

Derek Jeter felt it was draining to talk about himself for 30-plus hours

Derek Jeter is one of the few MLB players who have the privilege of calling themselves a one-team man. Notably, he has played only for the Yankees throughout his MLB career. Considering his huge fan following, ESPN made a documentary on Jeter’s professional career.

Though the ESPN series will be available to watch from July 18 onwards, Jeter invited a few of his close friends to attend the screening of ‘The Captain’ at the Tribeca Film Festival. Considering he is not a professional actor, it must have been difficult for the Yankees legend to film himself.

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Taking to Instagram, The Players’ Tribune (a Derek Jeter-owned company) shared a video, in which Jeter is thanking everyone for attending the screening.

“Just want to thank everyone here, obviously for your support. Those of you who are in the room…, and took the time out to talk numerous hours about me. I know it was draining…,” Jeter said. “I talked about myself for 30-plus hours, and I literally don’t want to hear anything else about me.” 

The Yankees legend also said because of this project, he had time to go back and reflect on his career.

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“But it was an interesting project to do… and reflect on my career, which I didn’t allow myself to do during my career. So, I’m excited about the project and I hope you guys are as well. And hopefully enjoy the first episode,” Jeter added.

Considering his legendary career, how much are you excited for ‘The Captain’ to watch?