Happy Gilmore 2: Will Carl Weathers Be Seen First?
Happy Gilmore 2: Will Carl Weathers Be Seen First?
Happy Gilmore 2 is one of the most highly anticipated comedy sequels in years. The original 1996 Happy Gilmore film starred Adam Sandler as an unsuccessful hockey player who discovers a talent for golf. With its hilarious cast of characters, quotable one-liners, and that iconic brawl between Sandler and Bob Barker, the movie became an instant comedy classic.
Now, over 25 years later, Sandler is returning to the role of Happy Gilmore. But one beloved star from the original film sadly won’t be back – Carl Weathers, who played Happy’s mentor Chubbs.
Carl Weathers’ Legacy in Happy Gilmore
In the first Happy Gilmore, Carl Weathers portrayed Chubbs Peterson – a former golf pro who lost his hand to an alligator attack. As Happy’s coach and mentor, Chubbs provided both golfing guidance and life lessons to the hot-headed rookie.
Weathers’ comedic chemistry with Sandler was a highlight of the original film. Chubbs lecturing Happy to “be the ball” and slapping him back to focus became iconic moments. And Chubbs’ tragic death, where he sacrifices himself to save Happy from an alligator, was a poignant scene that showed how much the character cared for his protege.
Tragically, Weathers passed away in January 2024 at age 73. His death leaves a significant void in the Happy Gilmore universe. But Sandler and the sequel’s creators have promised that Weathers’ legacy won’t be forgotten.
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Paying Tribute to Chubbs
When speaking about Weathers’ passing, Sandler paid heartfelt tribute to his former co-star, saying “Carl Weathers was truly a gem of a human being.” While full details about the sequel’s plot remain under wraps, it’s expected that Chubbs will be honored in some way.
Fans have speculated about everything from photo cameos to having other characters reminisce about Chubbs’ impact. The filmmakers could even use special effects to include Weathers via flashbacks or archived footage, or even use AI to create his likeness in a flashback scene.
Seeing Chubbs First?
One intriguing theory is that Weathers may even “appear” in Happy Gilmore 2 before Sandler. Set photos have teased Golf Channel-style news reports playing on TVs in the background. Many fans believe Weathers could feature in these fake news clips, being honored after his (off-screen) death.
This approach would allow the sequel to immediately establish Chubbs’ lasting influence by having him seen and discussed before Happy himself even appears. It would be a fitting tribute to Weathers’ role in the first film.
New Tributes to Chubbs
Another way Chubbs might feature is by having new characters talk about his golf legacy and friendship with Happy. The sequel’s cast will include several stars new to the Happy Gilmore universe, like Travis Kelce and Bad Bunny. The script could use them to organically reference Chubbs’ impact in conversations with Happy.
Fans would surely appreciate hearing Happy fondly reminisce about his late mentor while introducing the new characters to the audience. This passing-of-the-torch approach would pay respectful homage to Weathers’ character.
Paying tribute in a meaningful, nuanced way allows Chubbs’ legacy to live on while introducing new characters and jokes. If the film strikes that balance well, Chubbs can help make Happy Gilmore 2 both a nostalgic callback and successful new chapter.