Happy Gilmore 2 cameos: Eminem & Bad Bunny lead star-studded return
Bad Bunny & Eminem cameo in Happy Gilmore 2
The long-awaited sequel Happy Gilmore 2, now streaming on Netflix, brings back Adam Sandler’s hot‑headed but lovable golfer decades later. Packed with surprise appearances, the film features high-profile cameos, including Bad Bunny and Eminem, alongside pro golfers, music stars, and comedic icons. Here’s everything to know about the most buzzworthy guest roles.
Bad Bunny’s Honey-Fueled Caddy Chaos
Pop star Bad Bunny plays Oscar, Happy’s unqualified and frustrated new caddie. One standout scene sees Oscar covering Travis Kelce in honey to attract a bear, tying the NFL star to a bizarre yet hilarious visual gag. It’s absurd, over-the-top, and signature Sandler-brand comedy.
Eminem as the Heckler Heirs
In a nod to the late Joe Flaherty’s heckling character from the original film, Eminem appears disguised with a beard and bucket hat. He throws insults at Happy, calling him a “jackass”, then meets a gruesome fate when alligators attack him. It’s a darkly comedic callback to the first movie’s tone.
A Field of Golf Greats
The tennis-court sized ensemble includes pro golfers like Jack Nicklaus, Rory McIlroy, Jordan Spieth, Scottie Scheffler, Bryson DeChambeau, and Will Zalatoris, all appearing at the Tour Championship dinner scene. These icons bring authenticity to the golf tournament chaos.
Icons & Fan Favorites Reunite
Returning cast members include Julie Bowen (Virginia), Christopher McDonald (Shooter McGavin), Ben Stiller (Hal L.), Kevin Nealon, Blake Clark, and Dennis Dugan. Fan-favorite characters remain intact for nostalgic continuity.
More Celebrity Cameos to Catch
Rapper Post Malone, Cam’ron, Mastermind Kid Cudi, Eric André, and influencer Alix Earle, along with sports figures Reggie Bush, wrestlers Becky Lynch and Nikki Garcia, and TV host Ken Jennings, all make blink-and-you’ll-miss-it appearances. It’s a pop-culture buffet.
Easter Eggs & Emotional Callbacks
The sequel includes tributes to Happy Gilmore alumni who have passed away, like Bob Barker, Frances Bay’s grandma, and Carl Weathers’s Chubbs, via a graveyard wrestling scene. There’s even a cameo tribute on-screen to Cameron Boyce via a CRT TV in memory of the late actor.
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Visuals vs. Star Power: Mixed Fan Reactions
While fans praised the movie’s nostalgic cast and cameo extravaganza, visual quality took criticism, many pointed out flat cinematography and cheesy coloring that made scenes feel low-budget. Some joked Eminem looked jaundiced on screen. Still, the cameos often stole the spotlight.
Why These Cameos Matter
The ensemble of sports legends, musicians, pick‑up personalities, and franchise regulars exemplifies Sandler’s comedic style, part nostalgia, part absurdist parody. As director Kyle Newacheck shared, “every celebrity brought their full-tilt A‑game,” creating one of the “most electric rooms” in film set history.
Cameos Make or Break the Sequel
At its best, Happy Gilmore 2 lives or dies by its cameos. Even amid middling reviews citing tonal imbalance, the film delivers memorable moments thanks to its eclectic cast. Bad Bunny and Eminem shine in standout roles, while the parade of golf pros and pop icons keep the movie entertaining for millennial and Gen Z audiences alike. With callbacks and surprises at every turn, the sequel doubles down on legacy while reaching for fresh laughs.
