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BIRMINGHAM, AL – MAY 13: John Daly at the 17th green during the second round of the PGA TOUR Champions Regions Tradition at Greystone Golf and Country Club on May 13, 2022 in Birmingham, Alabama. (Photo by Tracy Wilcox/PGA TOUR via Getty Images)

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BIRMINGHAM, AL – MAY 13: John Daly at the 17th green during the second round of the PGA TOUR Champions Regions Tradition at Greystone Golf and Country Club on May 13, 2022 in Birmingham, Alabama. (Photo by Tracy Wilcox/PGA TOUR via Getty Images)
John Daly is one of the most complicated golfers on the professional tour – we know that for a fact. However, that also creates immense intrigue among his fanbase about his life. As humans, we like complexity and Daly offers just that. The pro golfer has had a life story full of twists and turns. Be it securing golf accolades or getting into gambling controversies, ‘Long John’ has seen it all.
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Therefore, it does make sense for people to want to delve deeper into his story. Well, through this article, we want to introduce you to some people who took the initiative to introduce a 360-degree picture of John Daly to us.
Meet the people behind the biopic of John Daly
John Daly is one name that is not new to controversies. In the rumored biopic, his story is told in a very modern fashion. America’s favorite underdog finally makes his way through every American household.
The open book of Daly’s life is going to be expressed through a biopic. According to Above the Line, Daly’s biopic is being produced by Nashville-based Hideout Pictures along with Jonah Hill’s Strong Baby Productions group. The movie is directed by Anthony Maras. He is a multi-award-winning Greek-Australian film director, writer, and producer. Maras has previously directed four films, according to IMDB, including 2018’s Hotel Mumbai.

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TULSA, OKLAHOMA – MAY 20: John Daly of the United States drives his cart to the 17th hole during the second round of the 2022 PGA Championship at Southern Hills Country Club on May 20, 2022 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Even though there is no script for the film as of now, according to ‘Above the Line’, “The biopic will examine the excesses, scandals and athletic achievements of the PGA Tour golfer, who is considered by many to be the ‘Bad Boy of Golf.’”
John’s fans and followers highly await this new production, in which, Jonah Hill will star as the notorious golfer. Hill is renowned name in Hollywood, and has received numerous accolades throughout his career.
Is Daly retiring anytime soon?
Daly is now 56 years old. Most golfers retire before the age of 50, but ‘Long John’ chose to defy the longstanding stereotypes. The player’s lifestyle differs from that of other golfers.
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Dec 16, 2021; Orlando, Florida, USA; John Daly plays his shot on the third tee during a pro-am round of the PNC Championship golf tournament at Grande Lakes Orlando Course. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-USA TODAY Sports | REUTERS
He is a firm believer in living life to the fullest and will undoubtedly continue to do so. Long John is still making a fortune from his golfing career.
He has successfully overcome his drinking and gambling addictions. But that is not the only fight he has had. The pro golfer is currently fighting a much larger battle with cancer and looks like he’s winning in that one as well.
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What do you think about Daly’s rumored biopic? Share your views in the comments section below.
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