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.

Adam Sandler has made Happy Gilmore 2 a family affair. Not only do the actor's wife and two daughters appear in the movie, but his mom, Judy, also makes a cameo as the mother of Drago Larson ( Boban Marjanovic) — a fitting touch, since she and his dad, Stanley, played a vital role in his love of comedy.

Sandler's wife Jackie, and daughters Sadie and Sunny all appear in "Happy Gilmore 2," a follow-up to the 1996 golf comedy film. The Sandler family stepped out together to celebrate the sequel at the world premiere of "Happy Gilmore 2" in New York on July 21.