Adam Sandler Shares Story Behind Cameron Boyce’s Happy Gilmore Tribute

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Adam Sandler didn’t need a caddy’s advice to honor Cameron Boyce.

As a lifestyle expert, I can’t help but appreciate the thoughtful nod that the Saturday Night Live veteran cleverly incorporated into Happy Gilmore 2. He subtly included a flashback to his Grown Ups costar, Cameron, during a brief scene on a TV screen in the background, showcasing Cameron’s Disney Channel days. It was an obvious choice to pay tribute to their shared history and the memories they created together.

In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter on July 29th, Adam explained, “At that moment, we found ourselves wondering, ‘What show should we put on TV?’ We decided to include Cameron since he’s a great guy and has always been part of our circle. That’s the reason behind his appearance.

Moreover, the homage originated from the friendships shared by the actor from 50 First Dates, and Cameron, who tragically passed away in 2019 at the young age of 20 following a seizure during sleep.

I adore that child. He was one of the kindest individuals I’ve come across – always cheerful, brimming with positive energy, and warm-hearted towards everyone. While filming Grown Ups, he seemed like an extended family member to us.” (Adam)

In addition to his comedy routine, he clarified that Cameron, who passed away before 2020, was initially planned to be in his movie titled “Hubie Halloween.” However, in a tribute during the end credits, Adam paid homage to Cameron, referring to him as one of the most delightful, amusing, gifted, and skilled individuals we were fortunate enough to know from the world of “Descendants.

Adam confided in THR, “We had been preparing for an enjoyable time together, but unfortunately, he was no longer with us.” He added, “He’s often on our minds.

After attentive spectators noticed that Adam included Cameron in the movie “Happy Gilmore 2”, the late actor’s mother, Libby Boyce, expressed her gratitude for the thoughtful gesture.

On Instagram, July 27th, it was noted that Adam continually keeps Cam’s memory vibrant, a sentiment that brings joy to us all.

She also emphasized Adam and Cameron’s friendship.

In the days before his passing, Adam and Cameron had many conversations, as Libby explained. It turned out that Cameron was set to appear in “Hubie’s Halloween,” and they were working on their strategy together. There seemed to be a connection between them, perhaps due to sharing an authentic sense of humor and maintaining genuine interactions.

Read on to learn about other friendships between stars that may surprise you. 

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2025-07-30 04:17