Actor Adam Sandler has firmly refuted a viral TikTok story involving his daughter Sadie, stating that none of the claims are true. Speaking to PEOPLE at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival earlier this week, Sandler labeled the internet rumor as entirely fabricated.
The 59-year-old actor described the viral video as “a dumb thing” circulating online and emphasized that it is “not real.” This response came after the clip gained attention by alleging that a retail worker in a Beverly Hills store told Sadie she was not allowed to touch certain items, prompting Sandler to reportedly purchase $312,000 worth of bags in reaction.
Details of the Viral Incident Sandler Rejected
Sandler addressed the bizarre story directly, saying,
“I’ve been hearing about this thing and I saw it, and it’s just insane.”
He dismissed the narrative about purchasing an extravagant amount of merchandise as completely false.
He made clear his disbelief by stating,
“It’s just this made-up, weird thing that people ask me about,”
adding,
“I’ve never heard of this in my life. That story was 100 percent insane and made-up, and not a word of it is true.”
He went further, calling the anecdote
“one of the weirdest, dumbest, 100% made up things”
and expressed confusion over how such stories come to exist:
“I don’t know how that happens.”
Sandler Confirms One True Story In Contrast
While refuting the TikTok tale, Sandler acknowledged that not all rumors about him are false. Referring to a New York Post article reporting that he ordered a large number of Double-Doubles at In-N-Out Burger late at night, Sandler admitted,
“I have to say, that story is true.”
He added,
“So that one’s true. The other one’s pathetic.”
Witnesses had noted his casual attire of shorts and a hoodie during the late-night food run, which drew attention from other customers.
Context of Sandler’s Festival Appearance and Career Reflections
Sandler made these comments while receiving the Maltin Modern Master Award at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival. The timing coincided with the news that “Happy Gilmore 2,” a sequel starring Sandler, became the most-watched live-action film in 2025, with 7.1 billion minutes streamed.
The actor shares daughters Sadie, 19, and Sunny, 17, with his wife Jackie Sandler. Earlier this year, at the Palm Springs International Film Festival, Sandler reflected on an alternate life path had he not pursued acting.
He remarked,
“I sometimes think about it, [if] I didn’t click that year and I did go work for my dad, what my life would be right now,”
referring to an offer from his father to become an electrical engineer.
He continued,
“First off, I’m thinking I’d probably still be married to my wife, Jackie. That’s destiny. Nothing stops that.”
He described a contrasting lifestyle:
“But we definitely [would] have a different house. Probably, like, 10 less bathrooms and [fewer] statues of me.”
Impact of Clarifying False Rumors in the Digital Age
Sandler’s public dismissal of the viral TikTok story reflects ongoing challenges celebrities face with misinformation spreading rapidly online. By addressing the rumors directly during a major film festival appearance, Sandler aims to put an end to baseless speculation involving his family.
As social media continues to blur lines between fact and fiction, such clarifications help protect personal reputations and provide fans with accurate information. Meanwhile, Sandler’s ongoing film success and candid personal reflections maintain his connection with audiences beyond internet rumors.
