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where did adam sandler meet his wife

Adam Sandler met his wife, Jackie Sandler (née Titone), on the set of his 1999 comedy film Big Daddy.

She played a small role as a waitress in a sports bar scene, and their instant chemistry sparked a romance that has lasted over two decades.

Meeting Details

The pair first locked eyes during auditions or filming for Big Daddy , where Jackie's brief appearance caught Adam's attention right away. Sources consistently point to this movie set as the origin story, with Adam later sharing in interviews how their connection felt immediate and deep. In a 2020 Instagram post marking 22 years since that day, he wrote: "22 years ago today we locked eyes and fell deep."

One account mentions an earlier encounter at a party (possibly Stephen Dorff's birthday), but the film set is the widely confirmed spot where sparks truly flew.

Timeline Highlights

  • 1999 : Met on Big Daddy set; began dating soon after.
  • 2002 : Adam proposed.
  • June 22, 2003 : Married in a star-studded Malibu ceremony with guests like Jennifer Aniston; even Adam's dog wore a tux.
  • 2006 & 2008: Daughters Sadie and Sunny born; both now act in his films.

Their Enduring Bond

Jackie has appeared in nearly every Adam Sandler project since, from 50 First Dates to Happy Gilmore 2 (2025), blending family and career seamlessly. Adam credits her support, calling her his "bad*** wife" who pushes him to take bold roles. As of late 2025, after 22 years of marriage, he described their relationship as "very close" in a PEOPLE interview.

TL;DR: On the Big Daddy set in 1999—classic Hollywood meet-cute turned lifelong love.

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