The eagerly awaited comedy sequel from Adam Sandler, titled "Happy Gilmore 2," is gearing up for a July 25, 2025, debut on Netflix, sending waves of excitement rippling through the fandom. The film boasts an impressive array of stars and sports legends set to make appearances, with one particular cameo generating a buzzworthy frenzy: that of Travis Kelce, the Kansas City Chiefs' tight end and beloved partner of global music sensation Taylor Swift. However, Sandler has put to rest rumors by confirming that Swift herself will not be gracing the silver screen in this installment.
Sandler clarified that Swift was "never in contention" for a role, emphasizing that casting decisions were strictly predicated on the fit of characters, not the allure of celebrity status. Despite her A-list cachet and burgeoning Hollywood presence, Sandler steadfastly focused on identifying actors who could breathe life into the script's characters with authenticity.
Conversely, Kelce has secured a part in the film as a hotel employee, and his scene has already sparked anticipation among enthusiasts. Julie Bowen, reprising her character as Virginia Venit, heaped praise on Kelce, asserting that he "more than earned his place" and that "everyone was eager to be part of it."
Though Swift won't be featured in the film, Sandler holds her in high esteem beyond the camera's lens. He described her as "incredibly kind" to his family and shared anecdotes of his daughters meeting her multiple times, exchanging heartwarming hugs. Sandler even confessed that Swift's presence makes him "nervously exhilarated," as he strives to impress his children with his demeanor around her.
Happy Gilmore 2 boasts an impressive lineup of returning characters, new faces, and celebrity appearances. Some of the notable cast members include:
Returning Characters:
- Adam Sandler as Happy Gilmore
- Julie Bowen as Virginia Venit
- Christopher McDonald as Shooter McGavin
- Ben Stiller as Hal L.
New Faces:
- Travis Kelce as a hotel employee
- Bad Bunny as Oscar, Happy's new caddie
- Benny Safdie in an undisclosed role
- Lavell Crawford as the son of Chubbs Peterson
Celebrity Appearances:
- Eminem
- Post Malone
- Cam'ron
- Becky Lynch
- Reggie Bush
- Professional golfers like Rory McIlroy, Brooks Koepka, Justin Thomas, and Scottie Scheffler
