"Carl Weathers, who passed away, was set to play a significant role in the sequel to 'Happy Gilmore' according to Adam Sandler. However, due to his demise, the script had to be reworked substantially."
In the much-anticipated sequel to the beloved 1996 comedy film, *Happy Gilmore*, the spirit of Chubbs Peterson, the former pro golfer turned mentor, will be felt throughout the story, despite the unfortunate passing of actor Carl Weathers in February 2024.
Originally, Weathers was set to reprise his iconic role, with plans for a "massive part" in the sequel. However, his untimely death significantly impacted the storyline, prompting significant changes to the script. Adam Sandler, who stars as Happy Gilmore, shared that these alterations were necessary, and the film now includes references to Chubbs' character instead.
One of the key changes is the absence of Chubbs Peterson by Happy Gilmore's side physically. In the initial draft, Chubbs was meant to have a son, and a dream sequence depicted his son being upset with Happy. However, these elements have been rewritten, and the film will not feature Chubbs' son as a character.
Fans of the original film will remember the scene where Happy presents Chubbs with the head of an alligator. This scene will not be repeated in the sequel, and the storyline will avoid any new storylines involving Chubbs' death or the alligator attack.
Despite these changes, the filmmakers have found a way to include Chubbs' character in a non-physical form, such as dreams or hallucinations. Sandler expressed his disappointment about the changes, but he acknowledged the importance of honouring Weathers' legacy in the sequel.
Sandler and Weathers had discussions about the sequel before Weathers' passing, and Sandler revealed that they had plans for Chubbs' character that would have been exciting to see on screen. Nevertheless, the film will remember the spirit of Chubbs Peterson, a testament to Weathers' significant role in the original *Happy Gilmore*.
Movies-and-TV Industry and Entertainment will pay tribute to the late actor Carl Weathers, with the promised sequel to the classic 1996 comedy film, Happy Gilmore, incorporating Chubbs Peterson's spirit throughout the story. References to Chubbs' character will be woven into the new script, as a way to honor Weathers' indelible impact.
