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Morris the Alligator, Star of 'Happy Gilmore', Passes Away at Age 80

Morris, the iconic alligator known for his role in 'Happy Gilmore', has died of old age at a Colorado farm after a celebrated career in film and television.


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Morris, a beloved alligator who featured in the 1996 comedy 'Happy Gilmore', has died at approximately 80 years old at the Colorado Gator Farm. Known for his impressive size of nearly 11 feet and his weight of 640 pounds, Morris spent his final years in care after a long Hollywood career. He was remembered fondly by the film's star Adam Sandler, who shared a heartfelt tribute highlighting the alligator's unique personality on set. The Gator Farm plans to preserve his body through taxidermy to honor his legacy and continue entertaining visitors.

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