John Daly Discusses His Role in Happy Gilmore 2 and Shares Potential Release Date
“Wild Thing” mentioned that he has completed filming his role in the highly anticipated movie and revealed when fans can look forward to its release on Netflix.
A cast member has shared additional details about the eagerly awaited movie ‘Happy Gilmore 2’.
John Daly has confirmed in a conversation with media personality ‘Gunz’ that he will make a cameo appearance alongside star Adam Sandler in the highly anticipated sequel to the iconic film.
In addition to announcing his acting debut on the big screen, ‘Wild Thing’ shared that fans can look forward to seeing the latest chapter in fictional character Happy Gilmore’s life and golfing career. This new installment is set for release in Spring 2025, marking 29 years since his surprising Tour Championship victory.
Netflix earlier announced on September 9 that “Happy Gilmore 2 is officially in production,” following its return confirmation back in May. Although the streaming platform hasn’t set a release date yet, Daly mentioned to ‘Gunz’ that the movie might be available by March or April 2025.
When asked if Adam Sandler had approached him about “Happy Gilmore 2,” Daly responded, “I’ve already filmed it. We’re in the process of getting it completed… It might be released on Netflix around March or April next year.”
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The specific storyline for Happy Gilmore 2 remains largely undisclosed, but it is confirmed that Shooter McGavin, the protagonist’s former rival portrayed by Christopher McDonald, will make a comeback. Additionally, Virginia Venit—Gilmore’s love interest played by Modern Family star Julie Bowen—will also return.
In addition to Daly, several other pro golf stars are anticipated to make brief appearances alongside NFL star Travis Kelce, who is currently dating Taylor Swift.
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Discussing the basic plot of Happy Gilmore 2, Sandler mentioned: “The story continues with an older man who has been golfing for many years.”
Throughout his life, various events have shaped him into someone different. When you meet Happy, he’s somewhat in disarray. Our goal is to help get his life back on track and moving forward once more.
Filming has commenced at several locations throughout New Jersey, such as the mini golf facility at Farmview Golf Center in Hackettstown, residential neighborhoods west of New York City, and on a beach where he was spotted with just one golf club.
As reported by Golf.com, most of the on-course filming is set to occur at Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club in Bedminster, approximately 40 miles from Manhattan and its four neighboring boroughs.
