With he recent passing of the great actor, Carl Weathers, his movies have been top of mind a bit more than usual lately, and that reminded me that one of his co-stars in Happy Gilmore is a Colorado resident.
No, not Adam Sandler, but instead the alligator that ate the hand of Weathers’ character, Chubbs, in the movie.
Going by the name of Morris, the American Alligator/movie star resides at the Colorado Gators Reptile Park, which is located about 16 miles north of Alamosa. According to a recent article from RoadTrippers, Morris was in the movie industry for 30 years prior to moving to the reptile rescue.
Morris, who also played a role in Doctor Doolittle II and Interview with a Vampire, is one of the largest gators at the park, measuring more than 10 feet long and weighing about 500 pounds, according to a Colorado Life Magazine piece.
Morris has call the rescue facility home since 2006.
Colorado Gators Reptile Park is open nearly every day of the year from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and costs $25 for an adult visit. Plan your visit here.