Julie Bowen 'started laughing' over fate of Happy Gilmore 2 character Julie Bowen laughed when she learned of her character's fate in Happy Gilmore 2. 26 July 2025 Julie Bowen "started laughing" when she learned that her character dies in Happy Gilmore 2. Julie Bowen stars in the comedy sequel The 55-year-old actress has reprised the role of Virginia Venit for the comedy sequel, and Julie has recalled laughing when she discovered her character's fate in the movie.