Julie Bowen, who starred in the original Happy Gilmore, has shared some insights regarding her character Virginia Venit’s ongoing romance with Adam Sandler’s iconic golfer. The new sequel, currently being filmed in New Jersey, revisits the story nearly 30 years after the events of the beloved 1996 comedy. Bowen reprises her role as Virginia, Happy Gilmore’s love interest, and audiences can also look forward to Christopher McDonald returning as the infamous Shooter McGavin. Additionally, the cast will see the inclusion of musical sensation Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasió, better known as Bad Bunny, though his role remains under wraps.
During a recent appearance on *Today With Hoda & Jenna* (reported by *People*), Bowen was questioned about the status of Virginia and Happy’s relationship since the last time they were seen on screen. While she remained tight-lipped about many details of the sequel, she did confirm that the couple remains together. Her comments included:
“Yes, we are very much together… Is that bad? No. That… You can put that… I think I’m allowed to say that.”
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While it’s heartening to know that Happy and Virginia’s relationship has stood the test of time since his initial Tour Championship victory, the casting for *Happy Gilmore 2* sparks curiosity about another significant relationship. In the original film, McDonald’s character, Shooter McGavin, served as the ideal antagonist, allowing Sandler to showcase one of his most notable comedic performances.
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The conclusion of the first *Happy Gilmore* saw the titular athlete transitioning from hockey to golf, snatching away Shooter’s opportunity to claim his own championship jacket. This unresolved rivalry likely continued to simmer over the years. While Happy successfully won over Virginia and preserved his grandmother’s home, it wouldn’t be surprising if Shooter’s circumstances took a downturn. Now, decades later, Shooter might find himself in a predicament similar to that of Chubbs Peterson, Happy’s mentor portrayed by Carl Weathers—relegated to a role as a driving range instructor following the decline of his once-promising career.
As Happy and Virginia enjoy their enduring love story and Shooter grapples with his new reality as a resentful outsider, the stage is set for an engaging reimagining of the original film’s dynamics. While fans are eager to see Bowen reprise her role as Virginia, the sequel’s main attraction will likely hinge on the renewed clash between Shooter and Happy.
Source: *Today With Hoda & Jenna* (via *People*)
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Happy Gilmore 2 is a sequel to the 1996 comedy film starring Adam Sandler. In 2024, the film was officially confirmed, with Sandler set to return as one of his most popular characters. Happy Gilmore 2 will be a Netflix original movie.
