Online, fans were moved by the tribute, which comes six years after Boyce's death. Boyce's mom, Libby Boyce, thanked Sandler for "honoring Cam's legacy" in a joint post with the official Instagram account for the Cameron Boyce Foundation, which funds epilepsy research, education and awareness.

Sandler and co-writer Tim Herlihy tell The Hollywood Reporter about the project landing Netflix's biggest U.S. film debut and the possibility of more sequels for the star's movies after its success: "This throws it open.

Among the many interesting gimmicks Happy Gilmore 2 pulled off, the long-awaited sequel to one of Adam Sandler’s most popular films also featured a subtle and heartfelt Cameron Boyce tribute. The blink-and-miss scene featured the late actor,