Adam Sandler, Happy Gilmore and Carl Weathers
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What happened to Chubbs? Explaining 'painful change' to 'Happy Gilmore 2' after Carl Weathers' death
Not every cast member could return for "Happy Gilmore 2." Here's what you need to know about Chubbs, who was played by Carl Weathers.
'Happy Gilmore 2' Shocks Fans With Sudden Character Death — and Viewers Are Split first appeared on Parade on Jul 25, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 25, 2025, where it first appeared. Paramedics reportedly worked for 'two hours' to save the rock legend.
Richard Kiel, an iconic Bond villain who portrayed a giant Happy Gilmore fan who intimidates rival Shooter McGavin in the first film, is honored by having his character's son appear in the sequel. Kiel died at 74 in 2014.
Adam Sandler reprises his role in 'Happy Gilmore 2,' a sequel that struggles to capture the original's comedic spirit and charm.
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EURweb on MSNAdam Sandler Reveals Carl Weathers’ Major Role in ‘Happy Gilmore 2’ Was Rewritten After His PassingNearly three decades after “Happy Gilmore” teed off on the big screen, Adam Sandler is back as the hockey player-turned-golfer in the highly anticipated sequel, “Happy Gilmore 2,” streaming on Netflix starting July 25.
The original movie, whose sequel is hitting Netflix nearly 30 years later, was inspired by a childhood friend of Adam Sandler.
After Carl Weathers' death at age 76 last year, 'Happy Gilmore 2' had to undergo a rewrite to account for his absence.
To find this game, Netflix subscribers need to open the Netflix app on their smart TV or streaming device -- or the website on their browser -- and go to the Games tab. In the Games tab, you should see Happy Gilmore: Golf Mayhem '98 Demo in the Games carousel.