MJF is set to be featured in the upcoming film "Happy Gilmore 2," which is the sequel to the popular 1996 comedy starring Adam Sandler.
Speaking to Jimmy Traina of the SI Media podcast, MJF was asked how the role came about.
"It all starts by having 'it,' which is something that I have that almost nobody else in the industry has today. A lot of people try to manufacture 'it,' with neat music or pyro or an interesting taunt or catchphrase. I was born with 'it.' I got the audition because I am very talented and I have a very good representatives. I am repped by both Activists and CAA. I got the best team, easily. They got me the audition. This is a true story. I'm not fabricating anything or being hyperbolic. Adam Sandler himself saw my audition and he was apparently laughing like a hyena and then he said, 'I want this guy to not audition for the other role I auditioned for originally, but I'd like him to audition for this role.' I auditioned for that role and I got that role, which is a big role in the movie. I'm very excited for the movie to come out," he said.
Asked if he has any dialogue in the film, MJF replied, "MJF is eating pretty good in the movie. You'll be seeing a lot of babyfaced MJF."
"Happy Gilmore 2" will stream on Netflix. A premiere date has not been given.
Elsewhwhere during the interview, MJF gave insight into his AEW contract. You can find his full comments by clicking here.
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