Adam Sandler announces stand-up comedy tour
June 27 (UPI) -- Adam Sandler has announced plans for a new stand-up comedy tour, beginning late this summer.
The Happy Gilmore icon and former Saturday Night Live star has booked shows in more than 30 arenas across North America.
The You're My Best Friend Tour is expected to kick off Sept. 5 in Jacksonville, Fla. It will wrap up Nov. 1 in Las Vegas.
Tickets go on sale Friday through Ticketmaster.
Happy Gilmore 2 is set for release July 25.
Iain Armitage, Adam Sandler attend 2024 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards
Iain Armitage, who won Favorite Male TV Star for "Young Sheldon." The series also won Favorite Family TV Show. Photo by Greg Grudt/UPI | License Photo
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