“Happy Gilmore 2” is here, and the much-anticipated sequel features not only a star-studded cast but also enough celebrity cameos to sink a hole-in-one.
The movie is also a family affair for Adam Sandler, who stars as the film’s titular character.
Sandler’s wife Jackie, and daughters Sadie and Sunny all appear in “Happy Gilmore 2,” a follow-up to the 1996 golf comedy film.
The Sandler family stepped out together to celebrate the sequel at the world premiere of “Happy Gilmore 2” in New York on July 21.
Jackie Sandler, Adam Sandler, Sunny Sandler and Sadie Sandler attend the Happy Gilmore 2 World Premiere at Jazz at Lincoln Center on July 21, 2025 in New York City.
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Here is what to know about the movie, including the roles Adam Sandler’s family members play.
What is ‘Happy Gilmore 2’ about?
This time, Adam Sandler’s Happy Gilmore is trying to make a golf comeback to help bring his daughter’s ballet dreams to life.
Sunny Sandler plays Happy’s daughter Vienna Gilmore, while her real-life mother, Jackie Sandler, and real-life sister, Sadie Sandler, also make appearances in the movie.
Jackie Sandler and Adam Sandler attend Netflix’s “Happy Gilmore 2” New York Premiere at Jazz at Lincoln Center on July 21, 2025 in New York City.
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Who stars and guest stars in ‘Happy Gilmore 2?’
In addition to Adam Sandler and his family, the film also stars Julie Bowen, Christopher McDonald, Ben Stiller, Benny Safdie, and Bad Bunny (credited under his full name, Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio), and includes cameos from a whole host of golf celebrities, including John Daly, Bryson DeChambeau, Brooks Koepka, Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Paige Spiranac, Justin Thomas, and Will Zalatoris.
Other notable appearances include Travis Kelce, who has a role as a hotel employee; cameos by rappers Cam’ron, Eminem, and Post Malone; and “Jeopardy!” host Ken Jennings.
“I don’t know how it happened,” Adam Sandler told “Good Morning America” about all the stars who stopped by to film with the movie’s cast. “We wrote ’em, stuff. Everybody was kind enough to come. Everybody in it did a great job. Every day, someone cool would show up, and we’d hang out.”
When does ‘Happy Gilmore 2’ come out?
“Happy Gilmore 2” debuted on Netflix on July 25.
