John Daly says he can “hit balls for maybe 20 minutes, putt a little bit, smoke 4-5 cigarettes, drink three diet cokes, and then go to the first tee,” earning the status of a ‘bad boy’ on the PGA Tour. However, that’s not the only thing he is famous for. There are a lot of stories surrounding this 58-year-old.
Back in 2023, something similar happened. John Daly was supposed to play in the “Beauty vs. The Beast” celebrity charity match against Paige Spiranac at the Lake Geneva, Wisconsin course, but he didn’t. Everything was set, and suddenly, the night before the event, Daly called the organizers and said he wasn’t going to make it due to a flare-up of knee pain and sciatica. One of them recently emerged where the senior golfer nearly snubbed American sports broadcaster, Rich Eisen, much like he did Paige Spiranac in 2023.
John Daly keeps ESPN Reporter in limbo
On Rich Eisen’s YouTube channel, comedian Bert Kreischer recently joined the “Bert Kreischer: Why John Daly is a Long Drive Champion…in More Ways Than One” podcast. While they talked about many hilarious moments, Rich Eisen also talked about an incident when he invited Daly on the show, saying “I invited him on the show, and he goes, I’ll absolutely come,” but later, John Daly somewhat ghosted Eisen.
That’s right. Eisen tried to contact the senior golfer multiple times, but he didn’t answer. “We got a plan. So is John Daly coming? I texted, no answer. No answer. I’m like, well, I don’t know if he’s coming. So sure enough, the day that it hits,” he revealed. Then suddenly, the 58-year-old appeared out of nowhere!
Eisen hilariously added, “And at the time that he said he was gonna show up where we look, and he’s standing right behind you out there on. On the walkway behind you, just like waving, like I’m here. And he rolled out, and he appeared on the show.” Interestingly, this incident turned into a hilarious, memorable moment.
ORLANDO, FL – DECEMBER 17: John Daly walks down the first fairway during the first round of the PNC Championship on December 17, 2022 at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club in Orlando, FL.Photo by Russell Lansford/Icon Sportswire GOLF: DEC 17 PGA, Golf Herren Tour Champions – PNC Championship Icon221217019
His unexpected visits are not limited to golf. In February 2025, John Daly surprised fans at Nashville’s iconic Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge, jumping on stage for an impromptu performance that lit up the crowd with his signature energy and musical flair. With a flashy outfit and a cheering audience, he belted out country tunes in his original, signature raspy voice.
Then, John Daly is bringing his larger-than-life personality to the big screen! The golf icon is set to make a cameo in Happy Gilmore 2, the much-anticipated sequel to the cult-classic comedy, premiering on July 25, 2025. With other golf stars also joining the fun, Daly’s presence cranks up the excitement, promising fans a wild mix of laughs, legendary swings, and his unmistakable flair. It’s obvious that John Daly doesn’t always RSVP—he just shows up, so, there are plenty of unforgettable moments to watch ahead!
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