Jeopardy Host Ken Jennings Films Cameo for Happy Gilmore 2 Release

Ken Jennings, the longtime Jeopardy! host and former champion, is making his acting debut with a cameo in the upcoming sequel Happy Gilmore 2, which is set to release on Netflix in July 2025. His brief appearance in the trailer shows him among other TV personalities discussing Adam Sandler's character Happy Gilmore's comeback, prompting fans to speculate whether he might play a role similar to Bob Barker's in the original film, who famously fought Happy Gilmore. While some fans hope for a more prominent or comedic role, many expect Jennings' part to be a short, news anchor-style cameo within the movie's narrative. The sequel boasts an extensive cast including Travis Kelce, Bad Bunny, Jackie Sandler, Stephen A. Smith, and others, with Jennings appearing alongside Stephen A. Smith and rapper Cam’ron in the trailer. Fans on social media and Reddit have expressed excitement and curiosity about Jennings' role, with some joking about potential fight scenes. Jennings is also balancing his Jeopardy! hosting duties with personal interests like golf and family time during the summer.