Adam Sandler, widely known for his comedic roles and casual wardrobe, revealed his discomfort with wearing suits while promoting his latest film, Jay Kelly, in 2024. Despite sharing the screen with George Clooney and Laura Dern, Sandler struggled to embrace dressing up, calling the experience “horrendous” due to his evident dislike for formal clothing.
Why Adam Sandler Struggles with Traditional Red-Carpet Attire
In a conversation with Entertainment Tonight, Sandler opened up about his aversion to the formal outfits required on press tours. He explained,
“I don’t like the feeling. I think I only have three different suits and one of them I don’t even like.”
The actor emphasized his distaste for the fit and style of suits, saying,
“I can’t stand the pants, I can’t stand the jackets, the stupid shirts — hate them all.”
His preference clearly leans toward comfort, as he has long favored loose, casual clothing over the tailored looks typical in Hollywood.
George Clooney’s Role in Encouraging Sandler’s New Look
At the Jay Kelly premiere during the New York Film Festival, George Clooney revealed he had been nudging Sandler to adopt a dressier appearance. Clooney stated to PEOPLE,
“I actually [have] been making Adam wear suits. Don’t you think he looks nicer instead of those big, baggy shorts?”
Despite this push, Sandler remains firmly grounded in his style preferences, often rejecting compliments on his formal look with a laugh and a simple, “No… thank you.”
The Rise of ‘Sandlercore’ and Sandler’s Unique Fashion Statement
While Sandler’s discomfort with suits is clear, his casual style has sparked a surprising cultural trend. On TikTok, fans have dubbed his signature oversized tees and baggy shorts as “Sandlercore,” celebrating his unapologetic embrace of comfort over convention. Reflecting on this unexpected fashion phenomenon in a 2024 interview, Sandler remarked,
“You know, this is an accidental thing. But here I am wearing goofy clothes, and I don’t know. I don’t think about it.”
Impact of Sandler’s Genuine Persona and Career Recognition
Although Adam Sandler’s suit dislike is well known, his commitment to his craft remains strong. George Clooney praised Sandler’s recent work in Jay Kelly, calling him a “beautiful, heartfelt, and soulful actor” in an interview with Vanity Fair. Sandler’s honest relationship with fashion contrasts with his professional growth, highlighting his complex presence in Hollywood as both a beloved entertainer and an unwilling participant in the glossy world of red carpets.
