‘Go shooter!' – ‘Happy Gilmore' star surprises staff onboard Clare ferry as Hollywood actor explores Ireland
The actor, known for his role as Shooter McGavin in the hit Adam Sandler movie, was all-too-happy to pose with staff for a photo as they were clearly over the moon at the encounter.
Sharing a photo on social media, the ferry company said the team gave Christopher a warm welcome onboard as they wrote: 'It's not every day you meet a Hollywood actor!
'Doolin Ferry's Liam, Adrian and Niamh gave a warm welcome to Christopher McDonald, who played the villainous, professional golfer, Shooter McGavin in the comedy Happy Gilmore.
'He joined the Doolin Ferry boat tour beneath the Cliffs of Moher, enjoying the spectacular views of Ireland's most famous natural attraction.'
Fans of the film were clearly delighted at the photo as one commented: 'Go shooter!'
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