Hollywood snub? Adam Sandler casts Travis Kelce but says Taylor Swift wasn't even considered for Happy Gilmore 2
In an era where celebrity power couples dominate headlines,
Travis Kelce
and
Taylor Swift
have become a cultural juggernaut. But despite their high-profile relationship, only one of them landed a cameo in
Adam Sandler
's much-anticipated sequel, Happy Gilmore 2—and it wasn't the global pop sensation.
Adam Sandler reveals why Taylor Swift wasn't cast
Adam Sandler, 58, revealed the real reason behind choosing NFL star Travis Kelce for a role while leaving Taylor Swift out of the comedy project. Speaking on the red carpet, Sandler said, 'Yeah, they love Taylor. I love Taylor. Travis was just nice enough—he wanted to do something so we wrote something for Travis, and when he said yes, my girls were very excited. Including my wife. Everybody loves her.'
While many expected Swift to make an appearance alongside her boyfriend, Sandler clarified that it was never in the cards.
'We didn't want to bother Taylor,' he explained. 'Just let Taylor entertain the world like she does. I listened to All Too Well three times in a row with my kid. [Taylor's] done a lot for our planet so we love her.'
Julie Bowen
praises Travis Kelce's acting debut
Though Kelce might be new to acting, he impressed his Happy Gilmore 2 co-stars. Actress Julie Bowen sang his praises, saying, 'Please, is anybody surprised? He's a star. He's always been a star… He continues to be a star.'
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With that kind of endorsement, it seems Kelce's Hollywood debut could open doors beyond the gridiron.
Taylor Swift stays out of the spotlight—by design
Despite being arguably one of the most in-demand celebrities in the world, Swift's absence from the sequel is rooted in respect. Sandler's sentiment reflects a growing understanding in Hollywood: not every star needs to be everywhere. Sometimes, letting Taylor Swift just be Taylor Swift is enough to keep fans enchanted.
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FAQS
1. Why isn't Taylor Swift in Happy Gilmore 2?
Adam Sandler said he didn't want to 'bother' Taylor and chose to let her keep entertaining the world on her own terms.
2. Why was Travis Kelce cast in the film?
Sandler wrote a role for Kelce after the NFL star expressed interest, which thrilled Sandler's daughters and wife.
3. What did Adam Sandler say about Taylor Swift?
He said, 'I love Taylor,' and praised her music, especially All Too Well, calling her impact on the world significant.
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