Adam Sandler made a funny mistake during the 2024 People's Choice Awards.
He grown ups The protagonist was honored as the “Public Choice Icon” but thought the award meant something else entirely.
On February 18, Sandler arrived at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica with his wife, Jackie. While many might have expected to see the 57-year-old wear basketball shorts and an oversized college t-shirt (his signature ensemble), he appeared in a navy suit and a loosened tie. Of course, red sneakers were his preferred footwear.
Sandler, who has starred in some of Hollywood's most iconic comedies and heartwarming films, received the People's Choice Icon award. Jennifer Aniston, her lifelong friend and murder mystery co-star, presented him with the award after giving a sweet speech.
While the Friends favorite made it clear that Sandler would receive the icon award, the comedian admitted that he had thought he was being celebrated as the “sexiest man alive.” He 50 first dates The actor said he mistakenly overheard his agent telling him that he would receive that praise and not the icon. Thinking he would need to give a speech for the “sexiest man alive,” Sandler prepared a few words.
“My name is Adam Sandler and I'm the sexiest man in the world, can I go to hell okay?” said his unnecessary, pre-written statement. “Toward People Magazine hotness and sex appeal academy members I would like to thank you for recognizing me as the man who made our entire country horniest this year and was by far the most talked about person in the bedroom by couples or groups during the fantasy paper. sloppy plays and timing.”
“I can get another hell, yeah?” he added she. “I'm trying to be nice, People Magazine, but I have to admit that right now three words keep popping up in my head: 'It's time!' For decades, Adam Sandler has been waiting patiently on the sexy bench.”
Aniston couldn't contain her amusement when Sandler announced his mistake at the beginning of his speech.
He Billy Madison The artist had learned he would be honored before the ceremony took place. On January 31, MY! Newspeacock and NBC revealed that Sandler would receive the People's Choice Icon Award.
At NBC Universal Entertainment's announcement, Jen Neal, executive vice president, offered some words of tribute to Sandler.
“Adam Sandler has been a fixture in the industry for decades, entertaining us since he started Saturday night live More than 30 years ago,” he proclaimed. “Of Billy Madison to Lord facts, its unforgettable characters have stood the test of time and left their mark on audiences for generations. “We are excited to honor him with this year’s People’s Icon Award.”
Fans online applauded Sandler's recognition and added reasons why they love the actor.
“One of the coolest, funniest, most entertaining actors on the planet!! Congratulations,” wrote a One X user, formerly known as Twitter.
Another said: “This guy is down to earth and really good at LA Fitness games (great basketball player), well deserved.”
