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Daily Mail
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Cast of Happy Gilmore don't look like this any more! Iconic characters are unrecognisable in Today show interview
It's been nearly three decades since the cast of Happy Gilmore hit the links. And three of the film's iconic stars were looking almost unrecognisable on Tuesday, when they appeared on the Today show. Adam Sandler, Christopher McDonald, and Julie Bowen appeared on the show to discuss the highly-anticipated sequel to the hit 1996 comedy. Sandler, 58, who played the eponymous character, was sporting a shock of salt-and-pepper facial hair, looking a far cry from the fresh-faced 28-year-old who appeared in the original. His casual sense of style hadn't changed though, with the actor wearing a colourful floral-patterned shirt. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. He also wore a pair of beige shorts and finished his low-key look with a blue trucker cap. Julie Bowen, 55, who played Happy's love interest Virginia Venit, also cut a distinctly different figure from her 1996 self. In the original film, Julie sported a very of-its-time short blonde bob. Julie, who is also known for her iconic role as Claire Dunphy on Modern Family, wore her much longer blonde locks down for the chat. She also cut a very stylish figure in a smart houndstooth skirt and matching jacket. Chris McDonald, meanwhile, has not changed markedly since his days playing the film's iconic antagonist Shooter McGavin. Now 70, Chris was sporting a very similar 'do' to the one he had in the comedy juggernaut, only now with a greyer hue. Speaking about the anticipated sequel, the trio admitted they weren't trying to break new ground, but rather play up the nostalgia angle. 'That was the word: "Nostalgia",' Chris said before Adam jumped in with: 'We want people who kind of grew up with it. 'We honour the greats who were in the first one and who are no longer with us, but we also tried to make a movie that could stand on its own.' He added: 'It's mainly about love and comedy.' The upcoming sequel is set to premiere on Netflix this Friday and comes almost three decades after the original film debuted. The second movie will see Adam returning to the golf green as Happy Gilmore, alongside returning stars Bowen, Ben Stiller, and McDonald, and newcomers Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio (aka Bad Bunny), Adam's daughters Sadie and Sunny Sandler, and Blake Clark. When the first trailer for the sequel dropped, it sent fans into a frenzy, although many voiced their displeasure that it was not receiving a cinema release. Taking to social media to express their disappointment, many said that they would 'happily' pay to go and see the comedy on the big screen. Posting on X, one user said: 'The new Happy Gilmore movie releasing straight to Netflix and not in theatres rattles me to my core.' Another wrote: 'The fact Happy Gilmore 2 is only on Netflix is a major disappointment. It's one of the few films in the last decade I'd actually go to the theatre to watch.' 'Would pay to watch Happy Gilmore 2 in a packed theater. Happily,' another opined while a fourth continued: 'The fact there's no theatrical release is a shame.' Happy Gilmore 2 will also feature a handful of professional golfers, including John Daly, Paige Spiranac, Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Bryson DeChambeau, Brooks Koepka, Justin Thomas, and Will Zalatoris. Travis Kelce is also amongs the star-studded cast. Adam previously gushed about Kelce's involvement in the film while appearing on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon last August. 'We have a nice something for Travis,' he said at the time. 'He's going to come by. He's a very nice guy…What a big, handsome guy. Funny and cool as hell. He's a stud, and he's so funny.' Sharing the trailer to his Instagram, Adam said in his accompanying caption: 'Hope you all have fun and thanks for all the great times.'
Washington Post
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Washington Post
In ‘Happy Gilmore 2,' Christopher McDonald will still eat you for breakfast
Christopher McDonald does not deliver threats in rhymes. He does not tell fans to go back to their shanties. He would never say he eats 'pieces of s--- like you for breakfast.' (He'd prefer to have a green smoothie with protein powder, spinach and fruit.) He is not, in other words, Shooter McGavin.
Mint
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Subway launches ‘Happy Gilmore Meal' ahead of Netflix sequel premiere
As the release of 'Happy Gilmore 2' approaches later this month, Subway has teamed up with Netflix to launch a new limited-time promotion celebrating the cult-classic golf comedy. Fans of the original 1990s film can now enjoy the Happy Gilmore Meal, available in Subway locations across the United States, including New Jersey, starting from July 11, 2025. Below is everything to know about the new offer, from what's included in the meal to its availability and price. The Subway Happy Gilmore Meal allows customers to upgrade any combo or Meal of the Day for an additional $1. In return, they receive exclusive packaging featuring a QR code and one of four limited-edition collectible cups, each showcasing a beloved character from the 'Happy Gilmore' film universe. The packaging includes access to Subway's Happy Place—an interactive website offering film clips, games, merchandise giveaways and other fan-exclusive content. The cups were illustrated by renowned sports artist and director Mickey Duzyj and depict a mix of original and new characters from the film franchise: Happy Gilmore: Adam Sandler's iconic title character Shooter McGavin: Gilmore's long-standing PGA nemesis, played by Christopher McDonald Hal L.: The sinister former nursing home orderly, portrayed by Ben Stiller Oscar: A new character introduced in 'Happy Gilmore 2', played by global music star Bad Bunny (Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio) The Happy Gilmore Meal costs just $1 more than a standard combo or Meal of the Day at Subway. This includes the collectible cup and themed packaging. The promotion is available at participating Subway restaurants across the United States, including throughout New Jersey. Fans are advised to act quickly, as supplies are limited. Subway has not announced a firm end date, stating only that the offer is valid 'while supplies last.' Given the popularity of the film and its cult following, the promotional items may not be available for long. Yes. A new advert released this week stars Christopher McDonald (Shooter McGavin) alongside professional golfer Bryson DeChambeau, who is confirmed to make a cameo appearance in 'Happy Gilmore 2'. The commercial is part of a wider marketing collaboration between Subway and Netflix. 'Happy Gilmore 2' will stream exclusively on Netflix later this month.
National Post
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- National Post
Julie Bowen thought she'd be replaced in 'Happy Gilmore 2' by 'hottie'
There was no one more surprised than Julie Bowen when Netflix invited her to reprise her role as Virginia Venit for a Happy Gilmore sequel. Article content During a recent interview on the Inside of You podcast, Bowen, 55, said she assumed that her character would be replaced in the follow-up with producers opting to give Adam Sandler's titular golfer a younger love interest this time around. Article content Article content Article content 'I didn't think they'd bring me back at all,' the Modern Family star said. 'I mean, who am I supposed to be? He's got to have a younger woman in this one, Happy Gilmore 2.' Article content In the 1996 original, Bowen played a PR rep who helped Happy navigate life on the links before the two fell for one another. Bowen returns for the new instalment alongside Sandler, Ben Stiller and Christopher McDonald. Article content Article content Bowen said that she didn't even think she would be cast in the first film, saying that she presumed that producers would go with a 'hot girl.' Article content 'I read and they were relieved,' she told host Michael Rosenbaum. 'They were visibly relieved. I go, 'What's going on?' They're like, 'Yeah, some of these girls are just so aggressively sexy.' And I was like, 'That's a bad thing?'' Article content Although she has a smaller role in the upcoming movie, Bowen said that Sandler says she's an important part of the continuation. Article content 'Adam's like, 'Stop saying that. You're the heart of the movie,'' she said. Article content Bowen's comments echoed remarks she made last month at Netflix's TUDUM event in Los Angeles when she told The Hollywood Reporter that she didn't think she would be in it when she heard Happy Gilmore 2 was in the works. Article content Article content At #TUDUM 2025, Julie Bowen reveals she was shocked to be asked to come back for a #HappyGilmore sequel ' I had heard that it was happening, and I thought, well, I won't be in it.' — The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) May 31, 2025 Article content 'And that was OK — it was like Virginia Venit, it's been 30 years, (Happy's) got a hottie. He's got some little bitty on the side, like a cart girl,' she said, imaging aloud where Sandler's character would be after all this time. 'As a matter of fact my children told me, before I was even told officially that there was a Happy Gilmore sequel, my now 18-year-old said, 'Mom, I hear they're doing a sequel and he's with Sydney Sweeney as a cart girl.'' Article content Article content Bowen told THR she would have been happy to see Sweeney land a part in the movie ('Of course, why wouldn't you?'), but was shocked that she was welcomed back. 'When I got the call that I was actually in it, I was like, 'Are you sure? Come on.'' Article content In addition to some of its returning cast, Happy Gilmore 2 features newcomers, including Paige Spiranac, Bad Bunny, Margaret Qualley, Benny Safdie, Travis Kelce, Kym Whitley and Eminem. Bowen revealed she lost her composure around Bad Bunny during his scenes. Article content
Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Julie Bowen Thought ‘Happy Gilmore 2' Would Replace Her With a ‘Younger Woman': ‘I Didn't Think They'd Bring Me Back at All'
Julie Bowen was surprised when Netflix asked her to return for 'Happy Gilmore 2.' During a recent interview on the 'Inside of You' podcast, Bowen explained she was certain she'd be replaced as the love interest for Adam Sandler's titular golfer by a younger actress for the highly anticipated 'Happy Gilmore' sequel. More from Variety 'Pulse,' 'The Residence' Canceled at Netflix After One Season Each 'Squid Game' Success Validates Netflix Korea's Local-First Philosophy, Says Content Chief Don Kang (EXCLUSIVE) Netflix Veteran Raghav Khanna Wraps Cricket Doc 'Unbroken: The Unmukt Chand Story' (EXCLUSIVE) 'I didn't think they'd bring me back at all,' Bowen said. 'I mean, who am I supposed to be? He's got to have a younger woman in this one, 'Happy Gilmore 2.'' In the 1996 original, Bowen played Virginia Venit, a rep for the professional golf tour Happy joins. She serves as his guide on how to act in the public eye, and eventually, she and Happy fall in love. Bowen is set to reprise the role in the Netflix follow-up alongside original cast members Sandler, Ben Stiller and Christopher McDonald. Bowen went on to say that she wasn't confident she'd be in the first film either. She explained that at the time, she thought production would get a 'hot girl' to play the part. 'I read and they were relieved,' she added. 'They were visibly relieved. I go, 'What's going on?' They're like, 'Yeah, some of these girls are just so aggressively sexy.' And I was like, 'That's a bad thing?'' New cast members joining the 'Happy Gilmore' team include Margaret Qualley, Eric André, Sunny Sandler, Benny Safdie, Bad Bunny, Eminem and Travis Kelce. Although she has yet to see the final cut, Bowen said she has less screentime in 'Happy Gilmore 2' than in the original. Even so, she said her co-star, Sandler, keeps encouraging her not to de-emphasize her importance. She said, 'Adam's like, 'Stop saying that. You're the heart of the movie.'' 'Happy Gilmore 2' releases on Netflix July 25. Best of Variety Oscars 2026: George Clooney, Jennifer Lopez, Julia Roberts, Wagner Moura and More Among Early Contenders to Watch New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week 'Harry Potter' TV Show Cast Guide: Who's Who in Hogwarts?
