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Madelyn Cline
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Cline in 2022
Born (1997-12-21) December 21, 1997 (age 27)
Occupation Actress, model
Years active 2009–present

Madelyn Cline, born on December 21, 1997, is an American actress and model. She is famous for her roles in the Netflix teen drama series Outer Banks. She also appeared in Rian Johnson's mystery movie Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery.

Early Life and First Steps

Madelyn Cline grew up in Goose Creek, South Carolina, near Charleston. Her mom, Pam, is an estate agent, and her dad, Mark, is an engineer. Madelyn went to Coastal Carolina University for a short time. However, she decided to leave college to move to Los Angeles. She wanted to focus on her acting career there.

When she was a child, Madelyn appeared in a TV commercial. It was for a pizzamaker oven from Chuck E. Cheese. This was one of her very first experiences in front of the camera.

Building a Career in Acting and Modeling

Madelyn started her career with a talent agency in Charleston. When she was 10, she took part in a modeling and talent competition. After that, she appeared on the covers of Parent and Parent & Child magazines.

During her early summers, Madelyn worked in New York City. She appeared in TV commercials and print ads for companies like T-Mobile and Next clothing. Later, she got small acting roles. She played Chloe in the movie Boy Erased (2018). She was also Taylor Watts in the TV series Vice Principals (2016–2017). Madelyn also had small parts in The Originals (2017) and Stranger Things (2017).

Breakthrough Role in Outer Banks

In 2020, Madelyn Cline began starring as Sarah Cameron. This was in the Netflix teen adventure drama Outer Banks. The show became very popular with viewers and critics. Her role as Sarah Cameron was seen as a breakthrough. This means it was the role that made her widely known.

Success in Film and Modeling

Madelyn then starred in Rian Johnson's mystery comedy Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery. This movie was released on Netflix in 2022. It received great reviews from critics.

As a model, Madelyn has worked with many famous brands. She has been in ad campaigns for American Girl and Toys "R" Us. She also modeled for American Eagle and Versace. In 2023, she became a special representative for Tommy Hilfiger. She appeared in their "Summer Essentials" campaign.

Film and Television Appearances

Madelyn Cline has appeared in several films and television shows.

Film Roles

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 I Know What You Did Last Summer Danica Richards Post-production
The Map That Leads to You Heather Mulgrew Post-production
TBA Day Drinker Lorna Filming

Television Roles

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

Year Title Artist Role
2020 "Hot Stuff" Kygo featuring Donna Summer Herself

Awards and Recognition

Madelyn Cline has received awards and nominations for her acting.

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

See also

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