Adam Sandler made a surprising and heartwarming appearance with his wife, Jackie Sandler, and their two teenage daughters, Sunny and Sadie, at the Venice Film Festival on Thursday, August 28. This rare family outing provided fans a unique opportunity to see the actor’s private side, as they all attended the Jay Kelly red carpet event together for the first time.
The family impressed onlookers with their coordinated and elegant style choices. Adam Sandler wore a classic black suit with a white collared shirt and black bowtie. Jackie looked radiant in a white gown, while 19-year-old Sadie complemented her father’s look with a flowing black maxi dress. Her younger sister, 16-year-old Sunny, dressed in a white halter-neck dress, matching her mother’s outfit tone. This monochromatic theme highlighted the family’s unity and refinement on the red carpet.
Sandler’s Daughters Step into Acting with Support and Privacy
Though Adam Sandler is a well-known figure, he has prioritized maintaining his daughters’ privacy and shielding them from media attention. Both Sadie and Sunny appeared in Happy Gilmore 2, which debuted on July 25, 2025. Sandler shared his surprise upon discovering their involvement in the film during a July interview with Fox News Digital, as reported by the New York Post.
“I didn’t even know they were in this,” —Adam Sandler, Actor
“No, they showed up on set, and I said, ‘What’s up? What are you doing here?’ They’re like, ‘We’re in this dude.’” —Adam Sandler, Actor
He emphasized the importance of kindness and respect on set, advising his daughters to treat everyone well, as he believes the crew works incredibly hard.
Be nice to everybody, the actor said of his advice.
“The crew is all you got. They work their (expletive) off.” —Adam Sandler, Actor
During this interview, actress Julie Bowen, who appeared alongside Sandler, praised his parenting, noting he has “raised them right.”
Sandler has also expressed relief and pride in seeing his children perform well in their roles. Speaking to E! News on July 16, he described the parental emotions tied to their film debut.
“Oh my god, you’re just relieved. Once they do it well, nothing feels better as a parent,” —Adam Sandler, Actor
“It must be like when you’re the parents of a baseball player and you’re at the game and they get a hit. You just go, ‘Thank god.’ It’s just so much relief.” —Adam Sandler, Actor
Significance of the Family’s Public Appearance and Future Prospects
This rare public outing at the Venice Film Festival not only showcased the Sandler family’s strong bond but also highlighted the daughters‘ growing presence in the entertainment industry. The event marked a meaningful moment for the family and suggestively points to possible future collaborations or appearances. Fans can anticipate more glimpses of this close-knit family while respecting the privacy Adam Sandler works hard to maintain for his children.
