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20 A-list actors who squandered their goodwill with poor project choices

You’re an actor. After a career of building up goodwill through well-received projects, something changes. Your decisions on your next gigs become, shall we say, spotty at best. Suddenly, the goodwill is gone. These actors may know a thing or two about that.

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The real athlete who inspired Adam Sandler to make Happy Gilmore

Adam Sandler’s Happy Gilmore has remained embedded in golf culture since its 1996 release. So much so, that a sequel came out in 2025 featuring all of golf’s biggest superstars, including Bryson DeChambeau and Rory McIlroy.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / January 12

Adam Sandler: 'I will make at least 50 more movies before I am dead'

Adam Sandler has vowed to "make at least 50 more movies before [he is] dead". The 59-year-old actor - best known for starring in the likes of Happy Gilmore, Jack and Jill, and Jay Kelly - added that "at least" half of them "will be good".

Entertainment News / Bleacher Report / January 7

Watch: Chalamet & Sandler hooping after speaking to students at an event (via cuaronna/IG, lilitph/IG)

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / January 4

Adam Sandler believes he was destined to marry his wife

Adam Sandler believes he would still have married his wife, Jackie, even if he hadn't gotten famous. The 59-year-old actor met his other half when she had a minor role in his 1999 movie Big Daddy, and they went on to tie the knot in 2003, and have daughters Sunny, 19, and Sadie, 16, together.

Entertainment News / Men's Journal / November 26

Will 'Jay Kelly' Finally Earn George Clooney and Adam Sandler Oscars?

Much of the pre-release buzz surrounding Jay Kelly, the new film by Noah Baumbach which begins streaming Dec. 5 on Netflix, has to do with it being the film which, after all these years, just might net stars George Clooney and Adam Sandler their respective Oscars.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / November 18

Adam Sandler 'so happy' for Jennifer Aniston and Jim Curtis

Adam Sandler is "so happy" Jennifer Aniston has found love with Jim Curtis. The 59-year-old actor presented his friend with one of Elle magazine's Women in Hollywood accolades at an event at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills on Monday(17.11.25) and couldn't help but gush about his Murder Mystery co-star's new romance with the hypnotist.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / November 17

Timothee Chalamet thinks Adam Sandler is one of the greatest actors ever

Timothée Chalamet believes Adam Sandler is one of the greatest actors of all time. The Wonka actor heaped praise on the 59-year-old star because of the diverse range of his performances and admitted he grew up hoping to emulate Adam's turn in 2006 romantic dramady Punch Drunk Love.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker

20 celebrities who had no business acting but aced their roles anyway

From reality stars to athletes, these 20 celebrities left their usual stages behind and lit up the big (and small) screen in various productions. While most had no formal acting training, their charisma, charm, and unexpected talent made them perfect additions to their casts.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Stripe Hype / October 31

How Adam Sandler inspired Bengals star to unleash the inner dawg in him

The Cincinnati Bengals have a stellar left tackle on an otherwise oft-criticized offensive line, and apparently Who Dey Nation has Adam Sandler to thank for it.

Entertainment News / Total Apex Entertainment / October 28

George Clooney Praises Adam Sandler on 'Jay Kelly' Set: 'He’s One of the Most Talented People I Know'

George Clooney is having none of it. Wait. What? On the set of his new film, “Jay Kelly,” Clooney laid down the law: nobody was allowed to call costar

Adam Sandler owned the rights to Twilight Saga

Adam Sandler almost produced the Twilight Saga. Actor Jackson Rathbone - who played Jasper Hale in the iconic vampire franchise - has recalled how the

Entertainment News / Yardbarker

The best & worst movies Adam Sandler movies

Though Sandler’s bag of films is more mixed than many, there is plenty of quality to be found. He is, perhaps, one of the best actors for a list of best and worst films in a filmography.

Entertainment News / Total Apex Entertainment / August 10

Will There Be a Happy Gilmore 3? Don’t Hold Your Breath (Yet)

Adam Sandler’s Happy Gilmore 2 is currently dominating Netflix charts with the kind of viral fervor usually reserved for surreal TikTok trends and weird celebrity lawsuits.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / July 30

Adam Sandler explains that Cameron Boyce tribute in 'Happy Gilmore 2'

In a recent interview, Adam Sandler opened up about his decision to pay tribute to his late Grown Ups and Grown Ups 2 co-star, Cameron Boyce, in the highly anticipated sequel to Happy Gilmore.

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Adam Sandler honors the late Cameron Boyce with an easter egg in 'Happy Gilmore 2'

"Happy Gilmore 2" sets new Netflix viewing record

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / July 29

"Happy Gilmore 2" sets new Netflix viewing record

Adam Sandler's "Happy Gilmore 2" is a hit.

25 iconic movie cameos that viewers did not see coming

Julie Bowen shares her reaction to that shocking 'Happy Gilmore 2' death

Adam Sandler honors the late Cameron Boyce with an easter egg in 'Happy Gilmore 2'

Golf News / Men's Journal / July 28

Bryson DeChambeau Drops New Episode With Adam Sandler After 'Happy Gilmore 2' Release

After much buzz and anticipation, Happy Gilmore 2 finally hit Netflix on Friday. Nearly 30 years since the original was released, Adam Sandler starred in the sequel with cameos from big names including Travis Kelce, Bad Bunny, John Daly, Scottie Schffler, Rory McIlroy and more.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / July 27

Julie Bowen shares her reaction to that shocking 'Happy Gilmore 2' death

Happy Gilmore 2 is streaming on Netflix.

How Adam Sandler Paid Tribute to the Late Cameron Boyce in ‘Happy Gilmore 2’

'As soon as humanly possible' — Taylor Swift encourages fans to watch 'Happy Gilmore 2' with post including sweet tribute to Travis Kelce

Happy Gilmore 2: A Nostalgic Home Run That Proves Golf Can Still Be Fun

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / July 28

Adam Sandler honors the late Cameron Boyce with an easter egg in 'Happy Gilmore 2'

In Happy Gilmore 2, Adam Sandler is paying tribute to his Grown Ups and Grown Ups 2 on-screen son, Cameron Boyce, who tragically died in 2019 at the age of 20.

23 stars who made Disney Channel more than a cable network

‘Happy Gilmore 2’ Pays Homage to Bob Barker & Other Late Stars of Adam Sandler Comedy

Julie Bowen 'started laughing' over fate of Happy Gilmore 2 character

Taylor Swift's Review For 'Happy Gilmore 2' Is In

Entertainment News / The Spun / July 22

Adam Sandler Reveals Painful Change Made To 'Happy Gilmore 2'

While Happy Gilmore 2 didn't exactly go through "development hell" like so many other movies have through the years, there was one unfortunate setback that forced filmmaker Adam Sandler to make sweeping changes mid-production.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / July 18

Julie Bowen hails 'very respectful' co-star Adam Sandler

Adam Sandler allows Julie Bowen to take charge during their kissing scenes. The 55-year-old actress has reprised the role of Virginia Venit for Happy Gilmore 2, and Julie admits that she relished reuniting with Adam for the long-awaited comedy sequel.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / June 9

Recruits Meet Up with Adam Sandler on UCLA Visit

Several recruits including 2026 four-star quarterback Oscar Rios were treated to a pleasant surprise while on their official UCLA visits, running into esteemed comedic actor Adam Sandler.

Entertainment News / The Spun / May 14

Adam Sandler Mourning Loss Of 'Happy Gilmore' Cast Member

In the decades since Adam Sandler's legendary Happy Gilmore film, a number of the stars and co-stars of the film have sadly passed away. This week, another iconic cast member of the film sadly passed on.

Entertainment News / Total Apex Entertainment / May 14

'Happy Gilmore' Alligator, Morris, Sadly Died At Estimated Over 80 Years Old

“Happy Gilmore” was a silly comedy about golf, but it also had a famous animal appearance, Morris the alligator. The Colorado Gators Reptile Park, where he has lived since 2006, announced his sad passing.

Golf News / Almost Average Golf / March 28

Callaway’s crossover with Happy Gilmore leaks early

With the upcoming release of Happy Gilmore 2, Callaway is reportedly doing a brand crossover with the movie franchise. An image of the potential collaboration has leaked months in advance of the movie’s summer release on Netflix.

Entertainment News / Nerdist / January 2, 2025

HAPPY GILMORE 2’s First Teaser Trailer Brings Back Friends and Foes

Uh oh. Somebody taught Happy how to make a sequel. But golf’s biggest swinger isn’t the only one coming back for another round on the links. Netflix’s first teaser trailer for Happy Gilmore 2 features the return of both Happy’s greatest friend and his greatest foe.