Julie Bowen hails 'very respectful' co-star Adam Sandler Julie Bowen has heaped praise on Adam Sandler, her Happy Gilmore 2 co-star. 19 July 2025 Adam Sandler allows Julie Bowen to take charge during their kissing scenes. Julie Bowen has heaped praise on her co-star The 55-year-old actress has reprised the role of Virginia Venit for Happy Gilmore 2, and Julie admits that she relished reuniting with Adam for the long-awaited comedy sequel. She told Us Weekly: "I love Adam. He's a very respectful person, especially when it comes to, like, a kissing scene or something.