By Joseph Martinez -
Saturday Night Live alum, Adam Sandler, received a coveted Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday February 1, 2011.
The
44-year-old star was joined by his biggest fans, his wife Jackie and
their girls Sadie, aged four, and Sunny, aged two, along with friends
and well wishers.
Sandler had his hands full during the ceremony
as he struggled to keep his two young daughters under control at the
unveiling. At one point, they each took turns grabbing the microphone,
interrupting his speech by proclaiming: 'We love you daddy.'
Sandler
joked, "Let's hear it for my kids, who are now showing you that I
cannot control them. This is a big deal. I feel honored and can't
believe this has happened in my life."
'Happy Days' legend Henry
Winkler, who has worked with Sandler in several movies, and actor Kevin
James were among those who paid tribute to Sandler in front of the W
Hollywood Hotel on Hollywood Boulevard. His star is the 2431st star on
the Walk of Fame.
'Grown Ups' co-star Kevin James had these
choice words for his friend about his new Walk of Fame tribute: "Enjoy
the magic of this moment buddy because tomorrow a pre-op transsexual
will be turning tricks on top of your name." (photo by © 2011 Joe Martinez / PictureLux)
After becoming a
Saturday Night Live cast member, Sandler has gone on to star in several
Hollywood feature films that grossed over $100 million at the box
office. He is best known for his comedic roles, such as in the films
Billy Madison (1995), Happy Gilmore (1996), Big Daddy (1999), and Mr.
Deeds (2002), though he has ventured into more dramatic territory. In
1999, Sandler founded Happy Madison, a film and television production
company that has produced numerous films and developed the 2007
television series Rules of Engagement.
His most recent film, 'Just Go With It', opens in Theaters on February 11, 2011.
Trivia per IMDB:
- Dated actress Alicia Silverstone.
- His production company, Happy Madison, is named after two of his films, Happy Gilmore (1996) and Billy Madison (1995).
- He is a huge fan of Van Halen and Styx. There is usually a reference or song in his movies.
- Was considered for the role of "Willy Wonka" in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005).
- Former roommate of Writer/Director/Producer Judd Apatow during his time on "Saturday Night Live" (1975).
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