"Inside Happy Gilmore 2: PGA Tour’s Collin Morikawa & Producer Unveil Behind-the-Scenes Secrets and Travis Kelce Cameo"

Happy Gilmore Swings Back: Adam Sandler Tees Up Star-Studded Sequel on Netflix
(Include image: Adam Sandler as Happy Gilmore, mid-swing with his iconic hockey-stick grip on a golf club.)

Nearly 30 years after Happy Gilmore became a cult classic, Adam Sandler has returned to the golf course with Happy Gilmore 2, now streaming on Netflix. The sequel brings back beloved characters, fresh faces, and a whirlwind of celebrity cameos—from NFL star Travis Kelce to golf royalty like Scottie Scheffler.

Back in the Game
Sandler reprises his role as the hot-tempered, hockey-playing golfer, joined by co-stars Julie Bowen (Virginia), Christopher McDonald (Shooter McGavin), and Ben Stiller. But this time, the cast is bigger and bolder. Super Bowl champ Travis Kelce, rapper Eminem, and global music icon Bad Bunny add star power, while PGA Tour legends like Rory McIlroy and Collin Morikawa blend sports authenticity with Hollywood flair.

(Include image: Travis Kelce grinning in golf attire beside Sandler on a green.)

Cameos Came Easy
Producer Jack Giarraputo revealed to the Daily Mail that securing A-list talent wasn’t a challenge. “Travis was wearing a Happy Gilmore hat and said, ‘I want in!’” he shared. Bad Bunny caught Sandler’s eye after a hilarious SNL appearance, while pro golfers—many of whom grew up idolizing the original film—jumped at the chance to join the chaos. “They loved the first movie, so it was mutual,” Giarraputo added.

Pro Golfers Turned Actors
For pros like Collin Morikawa, swapping fairways for film sets was nerve-wracking. “In golf, I know the routine. Here, everything changes spontaneously,” he admitted. Though he praised co-stars Jordan Spieth and Xander Schauffele for their adaptability, Morikawa humorously conceded, “The old guys like Jack Nicklaus and Freddie Couples stole the show.”

(Include image: Collin Morikawa laughing on set with Sandler and director Frank Coraci.)

Bridging Golf and Pop Culture
The sequel nods to modern golf’s evolution, including Bryson DeChambeau-style power hitters and the PGA-LIV rivalry. “Happy’s 400-yard drives aren’t as fictional anymore,” Giarraputo joked. The film also teams with US Bank for a quirky ad campaign featuring Morikawa “bull-riding” a golf club—a tip of the hat to Happy’s antics.

(Include image: Paige Spiranac at the premiere in a bold, see-through gown.)

Why It Works
Director Frank Coraci credits the film’s charm to Sandler’s looseness and the sport’s unexpected comedy. “Golf’s rigid reputation is perfect for Happy’s chaos,” he said. Morikawa believes the sequel will attract both fans and newcomers: “It bridges generations and makes golf fun for everyone.”

(Include image: Side-by-side shots of Scottie Scheffler and John Daly in character.)

With laughs, nostalgia, and a fresh roster of stars, Happy Gilmore 2 proves some swings only get better with age. As Giarraputo put it, “We wanted a story that honors the original—but with more ridiculousness.” Mission accomplished.

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