Following her confession of feeling too old for the role of Adam Sandler's love interest in the 'Happy Gilmore' sequel, Julie Bowen disclosed a touching gesture the actor made to remind her she's the "movie's heart."
In an intriguing turn of events, actress Julie Bowen has revealed her involvement in the long-awaited sequel to the classic 1996 sports comedy, "Happy Gilmore." Bowen, best known for her role in the hit TV series "Modern Family," will reprise her role as Virginia Venit, Adam Sandler's love interest in the original film.
Bowen shared on Michael Rosenbaum's "Inside of You" podcast that she initially doubted her chances of being cast in the sequel, citing typical assumptions about casting for sequels and the gap in time since the original film. However, to her surprise, she was offered the role and accepted the opportunity to reunite with the original cast.
During her audition for the first "Happy Gilmore," Bowen admitted to feeling quite nervous due to the presence of "super sexy girls" in the waiting room. This time around, she learned that some of the other auditioning actresses were described as "aggressively sexy."
Adam Sandler, who plays the titular character in the film, encouraged Bowen not to downplay her role in the sequel. The pair, who are both in their mid-50s, will once again bring their on-screen chemistry to life.
The "Happy Gilmore 2" will be available to stream on Netflix from July 25. Joining the cast is rising star Sydney Sweeney, who will reportedly play a cart girl in the film.
Interestingly, Bowen's children were aware of her involvement in the sequel before she was officially cast. She shared this and other insights about her experience working on "Happy Gilmore 2" on "The View."
This return to the world of "Happy Gilmore" is sure to delight fans of the original film and provide a fresh twist for new viewers. With Bowen's return and the addition of Sweeney, "Happy Gilmore 2" promises to be a fun-filled and entertaining sequel.
Fans interested in 'movies-and-tv' will be excited to know that the much-anticipated sequel to the classic 1996 sports comedy "Happy Gilmore" promises to be a fun-filled and entertaining experience, especially with Julie Bowen reprising her role as Virginia Venit. Additionally, the addition of rising star Sydney Sweeney to the cast is expected to bring a fresh twist to the sequel, making it a must-watch for entertainment enthusiasts.
