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Adam Sandler Honors Late Carl Weathers in 'Happy Gilmore 2'

7/18/2025

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Adam Sandler shared his heartfelt disappointment about Carl Weathers not being part of "Happy Gilmore 2," which is set to debut on Netflix on July 25. Weathers, beloved for his role as Chubbs Peterson, sadly passed away in February 2024. The sequel has been thoughtfully rewritten to celebrate Chubbs' legacy, keeping his spirit alive in the story.

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Adam Sandler shared his heartfelt disappointment about Carl Weathers not being part of "Happy Gilmore 2," which is set to debut on Netflix on July 25. Weathers, beloved for his role as Chubbs Peterson, sadly passed away in February 2024. The sequel has been thoughtfully rewritten to celebrate Chubbs' legacy, keeping his spirit alive in the story.