Adam Sandler Pays Tribute to Morris Alligator from Happy Gilmore After Death

Adam Sandler paid a heartfelt tribute to Morris, the alligator who starred alongside him in the 1996 comedy Happy Gilmore and passed away at an estimated age of over 80. Morris had a storied Hollywood career spanning from 1975 until his retirement in 2006 to the Colorado Gator Farm, where he lived out his final years under the care of owner Jay Young. Known for being a challenging co-star on set, Sandler fondly recalled moments with Morris, including his refusal to leave his trailer without 40 heads of lettuce and his generosity at craft service. Morris appeared in numerous films such as Interview With the Vampire, Dr. Doolittle 2, Blues Brothers 2000, and the Alligator movie sequels. His iconic role in Happy Gilmore featured a memorable fight scene and a humorous plot point involving the loss of a character’s hand, which precluded Morris from appearing in the sequel. The Colorado Gator Farm and Sandler both expressed sorrow at his passing, highlighting the deep bond formed with the animal over decades.