Madelyn Renee Cline (born December 21, 1997) is an American actress. She is best known for her roles in the Netflix teen drama series Outer Banks (2020–present)[1] and in Rian Johnson's mystery film Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery (2022).[2]
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| Born | Madelyn Renee Cline December 21, 1997 |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2009–present |
Early life
editCline was born on December 21, 1997, to estate agent Pam and engineer Mark and was raised in Goose Creek, South Carolina, near Charleston.[3][4] She briefly was enrolled in college at Coastal Carolina University, but dropped out and moved to Los Angeles to further pursue acting.[5] As a child, she appeared in a television commercial for a Chuck E. Cheese’s pizzamaker oven marketed to children.[6]
Career
editShe got her start with Millie Lewis Models & Talent agency in Charleston and, at age 10, Cline participated in AMTC modeling and talent competition. She subsequently appeared on the cover of Parent and Parent & Child magazines.[7] Cline spent some of her early summers in New York City working on television commercials and print ads for T-Mobile, Flow Automotive, Next clothing[8] and Sunny D.[9][10] She later got minor roles such as Chloe in Boy Erased (2018) and Taylor Watts in Vice Principals (2016–2017)[11] She also had small recurring roles in The Originals (2017) and Stranger Things (2017).[12]
In 2020, Cline began starring as Sarah Cameron in the Netflix teen adventure drama Outer Banks. The series has received positive reviews from critics, with her role considered a breakout.[13][14] Cline next starred in Rian Johnson's mystery comedy Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, released on Netflix in 2022, to critical acclaim.[15]
As a model, Cline has appeared in ad campaigns for American Girl, Toys "R" Us, American Eagle, Stella McCartney, Versace, ElleIndia, and Cosmo.[7][16][17][18][better source needed] In 2023, she became a brand ambassador for Tommy Hilfiger and appeared in the "Summer Essentials" lifestyle campaign with Mason Gooding.[19]
Personal life
editIn June 2020, Cline announced she was in a relationship with her Outer Banks co-star Chase Stokes.[20] In October 2021, the couple announced they had split.[21] She was then briefly linked to DJ Zack Bia from late 2021 to early 2022.[22] From summer 2022 to July 2023, Cline was in a relationship with singer Jackson Guthy.[23] She was in a relationship with comedian Pete Davidson from September 2023 to July 2024.[24][25]
Cline has stated that she struggled with an unspecified eating disorder and her body image as a teenager.[26]
Filmography
editFilm
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 23rd Psalm: Redemption | Maya Smith | Short film |
| 2012 | Children of Wax | Ashlyn | |
| 2014 | Bridge the Cap | Tanya | |
| 2016 | Savannah Sunrise | Willow | |
| 2018 | Boy Erased | Chloe | |
| 2020 | What Breaks the Ice | Emily | |
| 2021 | This Is the Night | Sophia Larocca | |
| 2022 | Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery | Whiskey | |
| 2025 | Untitled I Know What You Did Last Summer sequel | TBA | Filming |
Television
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | The Jury | Grace Alexander | Television film |
| 2016–2017 | Vice Principals | Taylor Watts | 3 episodes |
| 2017 | The Originals | Jessica | 3 episodes |
| Stranger Things | Tina | 2 episodes | |
| 2020–present | Outer Banks | Sarah Cameron | Main role |
Music videos
edit| Year | Title | Artist | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | "Hot Stuff" | Kygo featuring Donna Summer | Herself[27] |
Awards and nominations
editThis section of a biography of a living person does not include any references or sources. (October 2024) |
| Year | Ceremony | Award | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | MTV Movie & TV Awards | Best Kiss (shared with Chase Stokes) | Outer Banks | Won |
| 2022 | Just Jared Jr Fan Awards | Favorite Young Actress | Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery | Nominated |
| 2023 | Gold Derby Awards | Ensemble Cast (shared with Dave Bautista, Daniel Craig, Kathryn Hahn, Jessica Henwick, Jackie Hoffman, Kate Hudson, Janelle Monáe, Edward Norton, Leslie Odom Jr., Dallas Roberts, Noah Segan) | Nominated |
References
edit- ^ "Outer Banks | Netflix Official Site". Netflix. Archived from the original on October 8, 2020. Retrieved August 25, 2020.
- ^ "Watch Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery | Netflix Official Site". www.netflix.com. Archived from the original on December 30, 2022. Retrieved December 14, 2022.
- ^ Fuentes, Tamara (May 12, 2020). "5 Fun Facts About 'Outer Banks' Star Madelyn Cline That You Definitely Didn't Know". Seventeen. Archived from the original on September 30, 2020. Retrieved May 13, 2020.
- ^ Kelly, Dylan (May 3, 2020). "Actress Madelyn Cline Talks Creative Direction and Authenticity on Netflix's Outer Banks". V Magazine. Archived from the original on October 26, 2020. Retrieved May 12, 2020.
- ^ "Interview | madelyn cline". May 6, 2020. Archived from the original on November 18, 2021. Retrieved November 18, 2021.
- ^ Madelyn Cline Reacts to a Chuck E. Cheese Commercial She Starred in as a Kid (Extended), November 23, 2022, archived from the original on January 17, 2023, retrieved January 18, 2023
- ^ a b "Madelyn Cline — Millie Lewis of Charleston Model & Talent Agency Millie Lewis Model Agency". Millie Lewis of Charleston Model & Talent Agency. Retrieved June 14, 2023.
- ^ "Madelyn Cline used to be a model". PopBuzz. Archived from the original on December 25, 2022. Retrieved December 25, 2022.
- ^ "Model a summer hit in New York". August 19, 2008. Archived from the original on March 21, 2022. Retrieved October 5, 2020.
- ^ Lisabeth, Zach (April 15, 2020). "Why Sarah from Outer Banks looks so familiar". Looper.com. Archived from the original on June 15, 2021. Retrieved May 13, 2020.
- ^ Bonner, Mehera (May 1, 2020). "Madelyn Cline Takes Us Inside Filming That Soaking Wet 'Outer Banks' Kiss". Cosmopolitan. Archived from the original on May 11, 2020. Retrieved May 12, 2020.
- ^ Walsh, Savannah (May 7, 2020). "All About Madelyn Cline, the Lead hottie of Netflix's 'Outer Banks'". Elle. Archived from the original on October 28, 2020. Retrieved August 25, 2020.
- ^ Carras, Christi (December 19, 2022). "With 'Outer Banks' and now 'Glass Onion,' Madelyn Cline is a certified Netflix star". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved June 14, 2023.
- ^ "Outer Banks Cast: Meet Madelyn Cline, Netflix's Sarah Cameron". April 17, 2020. Retrieved June 14, 2023.
- ^ "Watch Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery | Netflix Official Site". www.netflix.com. Retrieved June 14, 2023.
- ^ "Madelyn Cline - Actor". MODELS.com. Retrieved June 14, 2023.
- ^ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved December 11, 2023.
- ^ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved December 11, 2023.
- ^ Lockwood, Lisa (June 13, 2023). "Madelyn Cline Stars in Hilfiger's 'Summer Essentials' Campaign". WWD. Retrieved June 14, 2023.
- ^ Hearon, Sarah (August 7, 2021). "From 'Outer Banks' Costars to Real-Life Couple: Chase Stokes and Madelyn Cline's Cutest Moments". US Magazine. Archived from the original on September 10, 2022. Retrieved September 11, 2021.
- ^ Jackson, Dory. "Outer Banks Stars Chase Stokes and Madelyn Cline Break Up After 1 Year Together: Sources". People. Archived from the original on July 5, 2022. Retrieved November 1, 2021.
- ^ Forde, Kisha (January 18, 2022). "Zack Bia Reveals Why He and Madelyn Cline Aren't "Officially Dating"". E! Online. Retrieved September 24, 2024.
- ^ Gibson, Kelsie (September 25, 2023). "Who Is Madelyn Cline's Ex-Boyfriend? All About Jackson Guthy". People Magazine. Retrieved September 24, 2024.
- ^ Kang, Esther (September 22, 2023). "Pete Davidson and 'Outer Banks' Star Madelyn Cline Are Dating: Sources". People Magazine. Retrieved September 24, 2024.
- ^ Esquibias, Liza (July 10, 2024). "Pete Davidson and Madelyn Cline Break Up After Less Than a Year of Dating". People Magazine. Retrieved September 24, 2024.
- ^ "Madelyn Cline Just Opened Up About Her Past Struggle With An Eating Disorder". Women's Health. December 3, 2020. Archived from the original on March 8, 2023. Retrieved March 8, 2023.
- ^ Guglielmi, Jodi (September 18, 2020). "Outer Banks Couple Chase Stokes and Madelyn Cline Get Steamy in Kygo's New Music Video". People. Archived from the original on October 30, 2020. Retrieved September 22, 2020.