Morris the alligator, known for Happy Gilmore and other films, dies around age 80

Famous reptile had a memorable scene in the 1996 comedy with Adam Sandler, along with other movies and TV shows

Morris, a famous alligator known for his appearances in movies and TV shows, most notably the 1996 comedy Happy Gilmore, has died at around 80 years old at the Colorado Gator Farm.

Adam Sandler, star of Happy Gilmore, posted a tribute to Morris in an X post on Wednesday, recalling the reptile’s diva-like behavior on set.