Several wrestlers made appearances in the recently released Adam Sandler comedy, Happy Gilmore 2, and new information reveals that another prominent WWE star nearly joined the cast. Fightful Select reports that Cody Rhodes was invited to audition for a role in the movie.
Rhodes was in talks with the production team and asked to read for an undisclosed part, but scheduling conflicts prevented him from moving forward. The extent of these discussions beyond the initial audition request remains unclear.
While Rhodes didn’t end up in the film, other wrestling stars played parts in it. AEW’s MJF took on roles in the movie, and WWE’s Becky Lynch and Nikki Bella made cameo appearances. The filming schedule was reportedly extensive, requiring commitments from talents like MJF that meant taking significant time off TV.
Though Cody Rhodes missed out on Happy Gilmore 2, he’s gearing up for a major career highlight. This weekend, at the two-night Summerslam Premium Live event, “The American Nightmare” will face John Cena in a Street Fight for the highly anticipated WWE Championship.
Fan Take: This news highlights Cody Rhodes’ growing prominence not just in wrestling, but potentially in entertainment beyond the ring, signaling WWE’s expanding cultural influence. For fans, it underscores how Rhodes continues to balance blockbuster wrestling moments with opportunities to cross over into mainstream media, elevating his profile and the sport itself.
