McDonald is best known for playing the villainous professional golfer Shooter McGavin in the 1996 comedy Happy Gilmore. [3]

Shooter McGavin is the main antagonist of the 1996 comedy movie Happy Gilmore and will return in its upcoming sequel Happy Gilmore 2. He is a talented but incredibly arrogant sportsman who delights in winning lots of money and praise while firing his …

[Shooter McGavin has just hit the ball on Mr. Larson's foot] Mr. Larson : That's two thus far, Shooter. Shooter McGavin : Oh, you can count. Good for you.

Trained by legendary acting teacher Stella Adler and at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, McDonald was singled out by the New York Times as one of the most prolific actors in Hollywood. He has performed in over 100 films over more than four decades.

5 days ago · He was engaged in his pre-tournament Q&A ahead of the 2025 WM Phoenix Open when another famous face crashed the proceedings: actor Christopher McDonald, perhaps best known as Shooter McGavin...

Jan 30, 2025 · Shooter McGavin is a character that has left an indelible mark on the world of sports comedies, particularly through his memorable role in the 1996 film "Happy Gilmore". Portrayed by the talented Christopher McDonald, Shooter McGavin is the quintessential antagonist, embodying the traits of arrogance, manipulation, and fierce competitiveness.

Christopher McDonald as Shooter McGavin, an arrogant star golfer who despises Happy's lack of etiquette and the main antagonist of the film. Julie Bowen as Virginia Venit, the pro golf tour public relations director who becomes Happy's romantic interest.

2 days ago · A familiar face made an appearance during Saturday’s WM Phoenix Open, and he was back to his jacket-stealing ways. Actor Christopher McDonald, also known as pompous golfer Shooter McGavin from ...

Happy Gilmore: Directed by Dennis Dugan. With Adam Sandler, Christopher McDonald, Julie Bowen, Frances Bay. After his grandmother's house is repossessed by the IRS, a bad tempered hockey player takes his talents to golf to earn the big …

2 days ago · In the clip, Christopher McDonald, who plays the iconic antagonist Shooter McGavin, is chased by an angry mob while putting on Happy Gilmore's gold jacket: Netflix @netflix.