Margaret Qualley has landed a part in the new “Happy Gilmore” sequel coming to Netflix. Qualley, known for roles in “The Leftovers” and “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood,” is excited to join the cast of the upcoming comedy. She has been a long-time fan of the original 1996 movie starring Adam Sandler.
Qualley reached out to her agents right away when she heard “Happy Gilmore 2” was in development. She wanted any role, no matter how small, to be part of the project. Her determination paid off when her husband, musician Jack Antonoff, fibbed to Sandler about her golf skills. Antonoff responded to Sandler that Qualley was “actually good” at golf when asked. However, Qualley admits this wasn’t true. “I can’t golf. I’m terrible at it,” she told talk show host Jimmy Fallon.
Despite her lack of experience, Qualley has taken golf lessons to prepare for her role. She describes her part as minor, like an extra in the background. However, she considers landing any role in the sequel “the best thing that’s ever happened” to her acting career. Production began this month in New Jersey, bringing back original stars like Adam Sandler, Julie Bowen, and Christopher McDonald. The film will also feature celebrity cameos from NFL player Travis Kelce and musician Bad Bunny.
Fans of the comedy classic are excited to see how the sequel continues the story. Qualley’s passion for the film and willingness to learn golf shows her commitment. While her role is small, appearing in “Happy Gilmore 2” fulfills a longtime dream and represents the enduring appeal of Adam Sandler’s memorable character.
