AEW star MJF isnt treating his role in Happy Gilmore 2 as a one-time cameohes going all in on Hollywood.
While promoting the hit Netflix sequel, MJF spoke with TMZ Sports and revealed that acting has become more than just a side gig. After working alongside Adam Sandler and making headlines for his chaotic brawl with Eminem in the film, the former AEW World Champion confirmed hes now actively pursuing more acting opportunities.
The moment came when the interviewer asked if fans could expect to see him in more projects going forward. MJF didnt hesitate.
Before that, MJF had described how much working with Sandler meant to him, calling it a dream come true.
MJFs role as Happys son wasnt even the part he initially auditioned for. In a separate interview with Screen Crush, he explained he originally read for a minor role tied to Benny Safdies Maxi Golf subplot.
But casting pivoted, and MJF ended up with a key part in the movieincluding that wild scene where he traded punches with Eminem. Backstage in AEW, sources say he was praised for managing his wrestling and filming schedules with zero disruption to his commitments.
With Happy Gilmore 2 trending across Netflix and MJFs star rising in Hollywood, it looks like the Salt of the Earth is aiming for dual domination.
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