Frank Coraci’s “The Wedding Singer” is one of the most beloved romantic comedies of the 1990s. Released on February 13, 1998, the movie is fast approaching its 28th anniversary.
The movie is about the eponymous wedding singer, Robbie Hart. It tells the story of how he falls in love with a waitress in 1985, in Ridgefield, New Jersey.
“The Wedding Singer” stars Adam Sandler as Hart, with Drew Barrymore as Julia Sullivan, the waitress — the first of three movies featuring the pair. Christine Taylor plays a key supporting role as Julia’s cousin, while an able ensemble perform smaller roles.
So what do the core cast of “The Wedding Singer” look like now, compared to when the film hit theaters all those years ago? Let’s find out…
Adam Sandler (Robbie Hart)
GettyActor, comedian, filmmaker, and singer-songwriter Adam Sandler played Robbie Hart in “The Wedding Singer.” Robbie is the titular New Jersey-based wedding singer who falls in love with waitress Julia Sullivan, played by Drew Barrymore.
Age when “The Wedding Singer” released: 31.
Selected movie credits before “The Wedding Singer”: Billy Madison (1995), Happy Gilmore (1996), Bulletproof (1996).
GettyAge now: 59.
Selected movie credits after “The Wedding Singer”: The Waterboy (1998), Little Nicky (2000), Hubie Halloween (2020).
Filmography info per IMDb.
Drew Barrymore (Julia Sullivan)
GettyActress, producer, talk show host, and businesswoman Drew Barrymore played Julia Sullivan in “The Wedding Singer.” Barrymore is the New Jersey-based waitress with whom Adam Sandler’s eponymous character falls in love.
Age when “The Wedding Singer” released: 22.
Selected movie credits before “The Wedding Singer”: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982), Poison Ivy (1992), Batman Forever (1995).
Above is a 2026 social media post by Drew Barrymore with a recent picture of her.
Age now: 50.
Selected movie credits after “The Wedding Singer”: Charlie’s Angels (2000), Donnie Darko (2001), 50 First Dates (2004).
Filmography info per IMDb.
Christine Taylor (Holly Sullivan)
GettyMrs. Ben Stiller, Christine Taylor, played Holly Sullivan in “The Wedding Singer.” Holly is the cousin of Drew Barrymore’s Julia Sullivan who also finds the eponymous character attractive.
Age when “The Wedding Singer” released: 26.
Selected movie credits before “The Wedding Singer”: Night of the Demons 2 (1994), The Brady Bunch Movie (1995), The Craft (1996).
GettyAge now: 54.
Selected movie credits after “The Wedding Singer”: Zoolander (2001), Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story (2004), Tropic Thunder (2008).
Filmography info per IMDb.
Alexis Arquette (George Stitzer)
GettyActress and transgender activist Alexis Arquette played George Stitzer in “The Wedding Singer.” George is a sensitive Boy George-obsessed singer and keyboard player in the eponymous Robbie Hart’s band.
Age when “The Wedding Singer” released: 28.
Selected movie credits before “The Wedding Singer”: Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992), Pulp Fiction (1994), Goodbye America (1997).
GettyAge now: Sadly passed away in 2016 aged 47.
Selected movie credits after “The Wedding Singer”: Bride of Chucky (1998), She’s All That (1999), Blended (2014).
Filmography info per IMDb.
Allen Covert (Sammy)
GettyComedian, actor, writer, and producer Allen Covert played Sammy in “The Wedding Singer.” Sammy is Robbie Hart’s typical “guy’s guy” best friend and the bass player in his band.
Age when “The Wedding Singer” released: 33.
Selected movie credits before “The Wedding Singer”: Going Overboard (1989), Happy Gilmore (1996), Bulletproof (1996).
GettyAge now: 61.
Selected movie credits after “The Wedding Singer”: Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo (1999), Little Nicky (2000), The Longest Yard (2005).
Filmography info per IMDb.
Steve Buscemi (David Veltri)
GettyThe brilliant Steve Buscemi appeared uncredited as David Veltri in “The Wedding Singer.” David (“Dave” for short) is Robbie’s friend — also a wedding singer — who sings at Robbie and Julia’s wedding at the end of the movie.
Age when “The Wedding Singer” released: 40.
Selected movie credits before “The Wedding Singer”: Parting Glances (1986), Reservoir Dogs (1992), Fargo (1996).
GettyAge now: 68.
Selected movie credits after “The Wedding Singer”: Armageddon (1998), Monsters, Inc. (2001), Transformers One (2024).
Filmography info per IMDb.
Billy Idol (Himself)
GettyEnglish rock singer Billy Idol played himself in “The Wedding Singer.” Idol appears as an empathetic passenger on a flight to Las Vegas, listening to Robbie Hart explain the details of his troubled love life
Age when “The Wedding Singer” released: 42.
Selected movie credits before “The Wedding Singer”: D.O.A.: A Right of Passage (1980), The Doors (1991), Mad Dog Time (1996).
GettyAge now: 70.
Selected movie credits after “The Wedding Singer”: Heavy Metal 2000 (2000).
Filmography info per IMDb.
As Valentine’s Day approaches, if you’re looking for a classic rom-com, you could do a lot worse than “The Wedding Singer.” It’s sweet, funny, extremely silly, and finds Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore in excellent form. Why not give it a watch?
May Alexis Arquette rest in eternal peace.
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