Cameron Boyce’s mother, Libby Boyce, has publicly thanked Adam Sandler for the heartfelt way he honored her late son’s legacy in the recently released film Happy Gilmore 2. In an Instagram post, Libby shared a screenshot from the movie that included a subtle tribute to Cameron and wrote, “Thank you @adamsandler for honoring Cam’s legacy in Happy Gilmore 2.” Fans quickly rallied around the tribute, celebrating the moment as a touching nod to the actor’s memory.
The tribute appears in a brief but meaningful scene in Happy Gilmore 2 — as Sandler’s character approaches a golf course check-in booth, the attendants inside are watching a television that briefly shows Cameron on screen in a clip from the Disney Channel series Jessie, where he played Luke Ross early in his career. That blink-and-you-miss-it moment was enough to prompt Libby’s emotional response and widespread support from fans online.
Libby also reflected on the bond between her son and Adam Sandler, revealing that they had kept in touch in the days leading up to Cameron’s untimely death. Cameron was slated to appear in Sandler’s Hubie Halloween, and the two had been “strategizing” about the project before Cameron passed away at age 20 in 2019 after suffering a seizure related to an ongoing medical condition. Libby described their connection as rooted in authenticity, humor, and a shared down-to-earth approach — qualities she believes Sandler continues to honor in his tributes.
This isn’t the first time Sandler has recognized Cameron’s impact. In Hubie Halloween, released in 2020, the film’s credits included a heartfelt dedication: “In loving memory of CAMERON BOYCE. Gone way too soon and one of the kindest, coolest, funniest, and most talented kids we knew. You live on forever in our hearts and are truly missed every day.” That earlier tribute already underscored the depth of Sandler’s respect and affection for Cameron, who co-starred with him as his son in Grown Ups and Grown Ups 2.
Fans of Cameron Boyce, who rose to fame as a beloved Disney Channel star and continued to build a diverse film career before his death, have echoed Libby’s gratitude, with many sharing their own memories and praise for Sandler’s gesture. The cameo in Happy Gilmore 2 and ongoing acknowledgments reflect how deeply Cameron’s work and spirit continue to resonate, both with his family and with audiences around the world.
