Shooter McGavin is the main antagonist of the 1996 comedy movie Happy Gilmore and will return in its upcoming sequel Happy Gilmore 2. He is a talented but incredibly arrogant sportsman who delights in winning lots of money and praise while firing his caddies at will.

McDonald is best known for playing the villainous professional golfer Shooter McGavin in the 1996 comedy Happy Gilmore. [3]

Shooter McGavin, the tour's arrogant presumed favorite, views Happy as a threat, and bribes a heckler named Donald to taunt him at a pro-am event. The heckling causes Happy to play poorly, and a subsequent fistfight with his celebrity partner Bob Barker leads to a $25,000 fine and one-month suspension.

Mar 22, 2024 · His costar Christopher McDonald, who played Sandler's cocky rival Shooter McGavin in Happy Gilmore, said in a recent interview that a sequel to the 1996 golf comedy is in the works.

3 days ago · While the exact plot for Happy Gilmore 2 is not publicly known, many of the main stars from the first movie will be in the sequel with Gilmore and McGavin standing out as the prime examples.

Shooter McGavin : [after Happy putts for Waterbury victory, sort of disappointed] Oh, he's gonna be on the tour that's... that's super. [Happy does a funny victory "dance" with his caddy]

Jan 30, 2025 · Shooter McGavin is a character that has left an indelible mark on the world of sports comedies, particularly through his memorable role in the 1996 film "Happy Gilmore". Portrayed by the talented Christopher McDonald, Shooter McGavin is the quintessential antagonist, embodying the traits of arrogance, manipulation, and fierce competitiveness.

Aug 10, 2023 · Imagine Shooter McGavin representing the new league (and wearing whatever duds the Shark sports these days?) and trying to convince his old nemesis Happy Gilmore to come back and do one...

Aug 14, 2024 · Among the most important characters that we need to see in Happy Gilmore 2 is Shooter McGavin, the golf-obsessed, wildly unlikable villain portrayed by Christopher McDonald. Now, that actor...

Jan 7, 2025 · One of the highlights was Christopher McDonald's performance as the smug Shooter McGavin, who has some great scenes and lines of dialogue. Now, it would seem that one of the bester...