Fri Jul 25 07:10:00 UTC 2025: ## ‘Happy Gilmore 2’ Premiere Swings into NYC with Star-Studded Affair
**NEW YORK, NY – July 22, 2025** – Netflix brought together the worlds of Hollywood and professional golf Monday night for the premiere of the highly anticipated “Happy Gilmore 2” at Lincoln Center. The red carpet was packed with A-list celebrities, cast members, and a surprising number of PGA TOUR stars, all celebrating Adam Sandler’s return to the iconic role that solidified his comedic legacy.
Fresh off his Open Championship victory, Scottie Scheffler attended, remarking on the film’s enduring impact on golf culture, “Everybody knows what the Happy Gilmore swing is… It’s a part of golf culture for sure.”
Sandler was joined by returning stars Julie Bowen and Christopher McDonald, along with new additions like Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio (Bad Bunny), Benny Safdie, and Haley Joel Osment. The premiere also featured surprise appearances from golf legends John Daly, Lee Trevino, and Jim Furyk, as well as current TOUR players including Scheffler, Tony Finau, Collin Morikawa, and Will Zalatoris. Social media personalities Paige Spiranac and Alix Earle further highlighted the film’s broad appeal.
Tony Finau expressed his excitement, stating, “I think ‘Happy Gilmore’ is one of the greatest comedies of all time. To be a part of the sequel, it’s not even a dream come true because I didn’t even dream that something like this could happen. So it’s pretty special.”
The original “Happy Gilmore,” released in 1996, remains a beloved comedy classic. The sequel promises to blend the original’s humor and heart with a fresh, modern twist.
Adding to the excitement, Scottie Scheffler surprised Jimmy Fallon on “The Tonight Show” with the claret jug.
“Happy Gilmore 2” will be available on Netflix starting Friday, July 25th.