At the Netflix screening of “Adam Sandler: Love You” in New York City, all eyes were on Adam Sandler’s wife, Jackie Sandler. While Adam’s quirky style was on full display, it was Jackie who became the center of attention, as netizens quickly compared her likeness to another well-known actress.
A netizen’s comment on Jackie Sandler’s resemblance to Jennifer Aniston, posted in August 2024 | Source: Instagram/people
Adam sported his trademark casual style, wearing a light yellow shirt with a subtle leaf pattern, paired with bright red Adidas track pants and multicolored sneakers. His look was completed with a neatly trimmed beard and a broad smile.
Jackie and Adam Sandler at the “Adam Sandler: Love You” special screening in New York City on August 20, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Jackie and Adam Sandler at the “Adam Sandler: Love You” special screening in New York City on August 20, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Jackie opted for a sleek black mini dress with a V-neckline, accentuating her chic style. Her straight brown hair fell naturally past her shoulders, and she added a touch of flair with leopard-print heels. But what really caught the public’s eye was her resemblance to Jennifer Aniston.
Jackie and Adam Sandler at the “Adam Sandler: Love You” special screening in New York City on August 20, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Fans took to social media to share their surprise at the likeness between Jackie and Jennifer, who is Adam’s frequent co-star. “For a moment I thought I was seeing Jennifer Aniston…” one fan remarked.
Jennifer Aniston and Adam Sandler at the “Murder Mystery 2” premiere in Los Angeles on March 28, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
Another added, “I thought it was Jennifer Aniston!” Others echoed similar sentiments. “thats what I thought! Had to look twice [sic],” a user shared. Someone else commented, “Jackie looks eerily similar to jennifer Anniston. Yes [sic]??”
Jackie Sandler, Jennifer Aniston, and Adam Sandler at the premiere of Netflix’s “Murder Mystery” in Los Angeles on June 10, 2019 | Source: Getty Images
The consensus was clear, as many agreed that Adam’s wife looks like the “Friends” star. “Yes, I thought it was Jennifer,” a netizen said while another exclaimed, “She looks like Jennifer Aniston!” One user simply declared, “Shes gorgeous [sic].”
Jennifer Aniston at the 46th Life Achievement Award Gala for George Clooney in Hollywood, California on June 7, 2018 | Source: Getty Images
Jackie Sandler at the premiere of “Pixels” in New York on July 18, 2015 | Source: Getty Images
Amid netizens’ reactions, Jackie’s bond with Jennifer goes beyond appearances. In a 2023 interview with The Wall Street Journal, Jennifer shared that Jackie and Adam send her flowers every Mother’s Day.
Jennifer Aniston at the premiere of “Along Came Polly” in Paris on February 16, 2004 | Source: Getty Images
The gesture is particularly meaningful, given Jennifer’s openness about her fertility struggles and her decision to make peace with not having children. However, Jackie’s supportive nature extends beyond Jennifer to another actress as well.
Jackie Sandler at the premiere of Netflix’s “Leo” in Los Angeles on November 19, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
During a 2014 appearance on “The Ellen Show,” Adam revealed that his wife is also a big fan of his on-screen chemistry with Drew Barrymore. He shared that Jackie even encourages him to be more romantic during their scenes.
Drew Barrymore and Adam Sandler at The National Board of Review Annual Awards Gala in New York City on January 8, 2020 | Source: Getty Images
“The best thing is that my wife loves Drew so much that she, like, encourages me… There’s no jealousy at all. She’s just like, ‘Get in there,” the actor said. Drew confirmed this, adding, “If you’re not being romantic enough, she will, like, berate you behind camera [sic].”
Adam Sandler says his wife, Jackie, supports his collaborations with Drew Barrymore in an interview on “The Ellen Show,” posted on May 14, 2014 | Source: YouTube/TheEllenShow
Drew Barrymore says Jackie Sandler would “berate” Adam if he wasn’t romantic enough on camera, in an interview on “The Ellen Show,” posted on May 14, 2014 | Source: YouTube/TheEllenShow
Adam humorously recalled a moment during filming in Africa with Drew when Jackie urged him to put more effort into a romantic scene, saying, “Just, please, for the sake of women, get in there and just look a little more alive.”
Adam Sandler says his wife, Jackie, would plead with him to “look a little more alive” during romantic scenes “for the sake of women,” in an interview on “The Ellen Show,” posted on May 14, 2014 | Source: YouTube/TheEllenShow
While Jackie often supports her husband’s on-screen romances and shines on the red carpet herself, she’s not the only one in the family drawing attention. In February, their daughters, Sadie and Sunny, also made headlines.
The Sandler family attended the premiere of Netflix’s “Spaceman,” where Adam, Jackie, and their daughters turned heads, further boosting the family’s visibility in the public eye.
Jackie Sandler, Adam Sandler, Sunny Sandler and Sadie Sandler, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Adam wore a suit, Sunny donned a cheetah-printed dress, and Sadie rocked a black mini-dress. Jackie, in a black gown with a butterfly-shaped bodice and styled dirty-blond hair, looked so youthful that it led to the netizens’ confusion.
After the photos were shared online, fans were surprised, with some commenting that Jackie looked so youthful they mistook her for one of Adam’s daughters. “I thought he had 3 daughters at first!” another said.
Jackie Sandler and Adam Sandler, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Adam and Jackie, also an actress, frequently appear together in public. They met on the set of the 1999 film “Big Daddy.” They tied the knot in June 2003 and have since welcomed two daughters, further solidifying their strong family bond.
Adam Sandler and Jackie Sandler, 2003 | Source: Getty Images
Fans were amazed at how much Adam’s daughters resembled their parents, with one commenting that Sadie looked like her dad while Sunny resembled her mom. Another fan noted that both girls took after both parents, calling them a “lovely family.”