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MJF: Adam Sandler is Basically My Dad!
28 Dec
Summary
- MJF stars as one of Adam Sandler's sons in 'Happy Gilmore 2'.
- He secured the role after an audition impressed Sandler.
- MJF maintains a close relationship with Sandler, FaceTiming regularly.
AEW star Maxwell Jacob Friedman recently made a notable entry into the film industry, starring in 'Happy Gilmore 2' alongside Adam Sandler. Friedman portrays one of Sandler's sons in the film, sharing the screen with actors Ethan Cutkosky, Conor Sherry, and Phillip Schneider. He described his relationship with Sandler as akin to a father-son dynamic, noting they FaceTime frequently.
The opportunity arose when Sandler, a known wrestling enthusiast, received Friedman's audition tape for a different role. Impressed by Friedman's comedic talent, Sandler's team later learned of his wrestling fame and offered him the part of his on-screen son after a subsequent audition.
Friedman expressed his surprise and delight at the turn of events, highlighting Sandler's positive reaction to his performance. This cinematic venture marks a significant expansion of MJF's career, demonstrating his versatility and growing recognition beyond the wrestling ring.
