The Modern Family star, known for her role as Virginia Venit in the original Happy Gilmore, recently opened up about the sequel news that has sent nostalgic shockwaves through Hollywood.
Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, Bowen revealed she didn’t expect to return — and even joked that Sydney Sweeney had likely taken her place.
“I thought, ‘Well I won’t be in it.’ And that was OK,” she said. “It’s been 30 years. I figured Happy would have a new hottie — like a cart girl!”
Julie Bowen’s Honest Reaction: “Are You Sure I’m In It?”
Bowen said she first heard about the sequel not from producers, but from her own teenage kids.
“My now 18-year-old came to me and said, ‘Mom, I hear there’s a Happy Gilmore sequel — and he’s with Sydney Sweeney!’”
While the rumor mill churned, Bowen accepted the idea she may be replaced. That’s why she was stunned when the official offer to return actually arrived.
“When I got the call that I was actually in it, I was like, ‘Are you sure? Come on.’”
What to Expect from Happy Gilmore 2
The upcoming sequel isn’t just a nostalgic nod — it’s stacked with star power. Alongside the return of Adam Sandler and Julie Bowen, the movie is rumored to include surprise cameos from Bad Bunny, Eminem, and NFL star Travis Kelce.
This movie’s going for that perfect mix of old-school comedy vibes with a fresh, modern spin. It’s like they’re trying to make all the OG fans happy while pulling in a whole new crowd too.
I’m kinda stoked to see how it turns out! And Julie’s return as Virginia Venit? It’s the emotional throwback everyone didn’t know they needed.
A Full-Circle Moment for Julie Bowen
Known for her Emmy-winning role as Claire Dunphy, Julie Bowen has grown into one of TV’s most beloved comedy actresses. But her role in Happy Gilmore launched her Hollywood film career, and fans are thrilled to see her return.
“It’s funny how things come back around,” she said. “This character was a big moment for me. So yeah — I’m in.”
Fans React to Julie Bowen’s Comeback
Social media is buzzing with excitement over Bowen’s return, with fans praising the casting decision and celebrating the character continuity.
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“Julie Bowen coming back? That’s all I needed to hear — I’m watching,” one fan tweeted.
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