Sadie Sink on Stranger Things, Mental Health, and Being Besties with Taylor Swift

She's the breakout star of the new season 4 of Netflix's mega-hit Stranger Things. Here, Sadie Sink opens up to GLAMOUR about quashing societal pressures, her views on social media, how close the cast really are and what it was like working with and becoming friends with Taylor Swift.
Few people can handle the scrutiny that comes with getting your ‘big break’ at the age of 14, yet somehow, Sadie Sink has mastered it. Now 20, the young actor belongs to a generation that is free-spirited, socially conscious and intentional in the way they live their lives and respond to the world around them. It’s clear within the first five minutes of meeting Sadie that she fits the Gen-Z bill entirely. Poised, polite and wise beyond her years, it’s hard to believe that she spent the past six years coming of age amid the chaos of being cast on one of the biggest TV shows on the planet.
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[@justaliney]

She's so well spoken and mature. Her voice is so calming, i could listen to her talking all day.

[@aioarchives]

yall say this abt every famous person 😭

[@angelina-py3sf]

@@aioarchives it’s true though

[@KaziahKerenRose]

@@madisynissaquah243 Sorry to burst any bubbles but age does NOT automatically make you mature. She may not be a child anymore so yes in that way you could say she is "developmentally mature". However her overall demeanour, values, beliefs and self awareness makes her very mature for her age, as a majority of 20 year olds are still incredibly immature. Heck, maturity is something a lot of people in their 50's still don't even have...

[@amberpeterson7016]

I mean, she is 20

[@leahflower9924]

She's more comfortable after school because when you're in school your stuck with people that can make your life miserable

[@KANDI-]

Sadie is very underrated and just seems like a genuinely nice person. She’s definitely very down to earth and hasn’t let fame get to her.

[@jeannenora6113]

She´s my favourite character

[@jasonleetaiwan]

You wrote "yet". Does that mean its inevitable?

[@KANDI-]

@@jasonleetaiwan idk I’ll edit it.

[@whateverbabe]

Now everybody loves her

[@whateverbabe]

Especially after that epic scene

[@divinelyvibin]

When she said “I feel like myself when I’m doing absolutely nothing” .. felt! I just wanna exist & that’s when I feel best lol

[@Andyyoureastar]

Amen

[@jhonathanzaldivar4691]

And watching Rupauls drag race lol

[@diannahoney4240]

soo true! I feel like we're always having to play different roles

[@annaymous]

That’s our only “job” as humans!

[@safcjoe7062]

@@annaymous I mean it's just about making things last longer nowadays.

[@camicunha210]

she's literally the most down to earth person ever omg i love her

[@kyra4504]

Yes and same

[@stefaniebeyer-sorns4129]

Yes same

[@annmarieyoung8023]

Literally ❤️but same with Millie and Jenna !❤️

[@Av-jn7fm]

@@annmarieyoung8023 no one was talking about them lol.

[@_Lmttz]

@@Av-jn7fmfr

[@universaltraveler1901]

She's so sweet even her voice it's calm and reflects her personality

[@aktchungrabanio6467]

She definitely went (or goes) to a therapist. Her techniques for managing anxiety and negative thoughts are spot on. Congratulations to her parents and herself for keeping that mental health in check! :D She's an amazing young lady.

[@darkwolf8877]

That’s literally what i was thinking. i feel like she a very calm person and a unique personality like i could listen to her all the time ❤️❤️

[@Anew3A3]

Sadie is so talented and I’m excited to see her grow as an actress.

[@coo315]

i love how much she stayed true to herself in an industry like Hollywood, i respect her alot, such an authentic and humble young woman and one of the very few "child actors" i don't worry about.

[@moonlightbae333]

She’s 20🥺

[@madeinsound08]

@@moonlightbae333 Yeah but she's still a young actress

[@coo315]

@@moonlightbae333 i know but she started acting when she was a child

[@holrobinson]

its so clear to see just how genuine, humble and grounded she is. she's so incredible, such an inspiration

[@eilidhblack]

Sadie is like a breath of fresh air, so inspiring 💓

[@lazyluna595]

This girl knows how to balance her life! She’s glowing! So grounded and soft spoken. And her voice is soothing. This broadway baby is a gem! Keep shinin Sadie! ✨💫

[@roryboxalt]

if anyone was gonna be Taylor swifts best friend it was gonna be Sadie, she is such a sweet and kind person, she deserves the world

[@jiinglebels]

she grew up so well, can’t wait to see her future projects!!

[@prettyyy_li1236]

I felt it when she said focus on what real and what you have and not unrealistic things on social media & things others are doing she’s so inspirational 🥰

[@ratbones620]

Sadie absolutely killed it on season 4! She’s a great actor and also seems like a very down to Earth and mature person.

[@AGreyAlien]

I actually met her IRL and she's really friendly. I said Hi in the phot ops, she was the only one that said hi to me in the stranger things cast tbh. She felt very normal to say hi to like saying hi to the cashier at a store or something who is bubbly.

[@semenoo9966]

Where did you met, can you tell more about your meeting?

[@AGreyAlien]

@@semenoo9966 photo ops at a con in dallas I forget what it’s called. Back in 2018.

[@semenoo9966]

And what was your first impression of her?

[@AGreyAlien]

@@semenoo9966 I just said it in the comment

[@semenoo9966]

what year was that?

[@ln7989]

I never really connected to her character in stranger things very much. In fact I was almost annoyed by her at times. But the new season has drastically changed my view on her. Sadie’s season 4 scene is my favorite scene of the show and she did an AMAZING job at showing the depth and emotions of the character.

[@lucymcdonald9862]

She is such a real human being its really nice. You have some actors who always seem to be acting but Sadie seems like such a kind, genuine human being

[@taylorstoothpaste]

her voice is literally therapy i love her

[@alexandriamahoneyy24687]

God...that scene in Dear Billy...Sadie you KILLED it. I was SCREAMING for you to run girl!!

[@Jjjy-w6n]

No words can describe how much I love Sadie . She is the literal definition of positivism

[@veronikaw2627]

What a beautiful young soul, so mature, kind and talented. I hope she goes very, very far in the acting industry!!! Would clearly deserve it ❤

[@somjishu_]

She really seems like such a sweet, calm, smart, and matured person. I can learn a thing or two from her.

[@maxmayfield4209]

I'm so proud of her she's finally getting what she deserves .

[@Darth_Nihilus940]

Yes! That's great, because without her, we wouldn't exist.

[@maxmayfield4209]

@@Darth_Nihilus940 hii

[@Darth_Nihilus940]

@@maxmayfield4209 hellooo, how's coma?

[@maxmayfield4209]

@@Darth_Nihilus940 heyyy , not good i just want to woke up and go with lucas to see a movie on a Friday 😩💔

[@Darth_Nihilus940]

@@maxmayfield4209 yesss so true 😭

[@mapulengseete903]

She is the exact meaning of down to earth amazing person and soo calm...She is such a joyful person honestly

[@faeriiluvr7780]

i love her so much🥹 i’ve watched like 4 interviews of her today and all of them were great i could literally never get tired of hearing her voice.

[@wixuan]

I can hear her talking all day, her voice is so beautiful 😭

[@Missjunebugfreak]

She's so adorable and humble. Sadie has been my favorite actor on this season of Stranger Things.

[@jesseniamarin4711]

If Disney comes out with a real life Brave she needs to star in it!

[@arunitaa]

YES

[@noctuiddawn]

Sadie’s personality is so genuine and kind

[@sourashmisanyal]

sadie's voice is so calming, she should honestly consider beginning a podcast, i wouldn't mind listening to her over and over again fr!

[@isaacbanks1534]

What a queen, I applaud her so much for having so much awareness about herself and the society she lives in. An icon I love. ✨

[@MM-sn9cl]

SADIE SINK, YOU'LL ALWAYS BE FAMOUS

[@febbledebble]

I cannot tell her how important this type of advice and encouragement is for young minds these days. There are so many expectations from kids nowadays from “how they’re supposed to act” to “what they’re supposed to look like” and it’s really great to hear Sadie talk about it so openly. Love and support you Sadie, your acting is insanely good and I loved watching you on screen on Stranger Things! (you absolutely killed it in season 4 episode 4 and almost brought me to tears) I promise you’ll make it big! Good luck on your journey and I wish you lots of love along the way. ♥️

[@myfriendscallmek2745]

You can see how supported and loved she is from her family and surroundings, it's so important in life

[@lillie4151]

She’s so incredibly talented and gorgeous and very underrated. I can’t wait to see her in the future. Would love to see her play Young Lily in it It Ends With Us.

[@60aquarius2]

She’s too talented for a mediocre work

[@lillie4151]

@@60aquarius2 Yea very true but I wouldn’t say It Ends with Us would be mediocre

[@freja201]

@@60aquarius2 preach! We need to end Colleen Hoover’s reign of terror

[@moonlightbae333]

@@lillie4151 it is come on XD

[@2lmil]

She’s such a ray of sunshine, can’t wait for volume 2!

[@shadowleshadow]

What did you think of volume two lol

[@cellyyx]

Such a bright, beautiful young lady! Sadie, you’re killing it out there. We love you and we’re proud of you ✨🤍

[@melisaakpnar1111]

She is totally underrated

[@gennarobontan5093]

Facts

[@StochasticGreen]

@@AIi8n yes I don't get all these underrated comments, all I've seen about how amazing she is, lol

[@MisterMagikarp]

"Dear Billy" needs an Emmy win thanks to your performance.

[@user-rx9ne3dr6h]

Yeah his death was so sad he was such a nice guy

[@laurahailey7709]

@@user-rx9ne3dr6h he was racist💀

[@divineisimbii]

@@laurahailey7709 fr

[@chelsey1087]

I love her voice. She’s so well spoken. And she is absolutely beautiful. What a talented young woman

[@sophielynyeo]

She’s so humble ❤️

[@alisamay9867]

She’s such an amazing actress!✨

[@12389paul]

Se nota la educación que tiene, tiene los pies en la tierra! No se le subió la fama a la cabeza, con solo verla te das cuenta de lo humilde y amorosa que es.Niñas como ella quedan pocas sabiendo que se mueve en el mundo de la fama y dinero.Sadie tiene un futuro maravilloso , siento que es la que mejor en términos profesionales y la que mejor lleva su carrera

[@Ella-rz9mt]

She’s so pure I love her

[@princessavni7110]

Sadie Sink, you are so underrated. The talent that up you have is just spectacular. Your voice, your appearance, your personality, talent is beautiful. The seen where you were running away from Vecna gave me tears to my eyes. I know that you will be the best actress in the world…I’m so excited to see u start your journey!

[@meldewdrop]

Sadie is one of my favorite actresses and definitely my favorite cast of stranger things! She’s so sweet, intelligent, and well spoken! Love you sadie

[@Desertbynight]

Girl, that scene on ST makes you an immortal icon in the history of cinema. Well done.

[@lucymadden8158]

Sadie is just incredible and so sweet! I really love her and hope she gets the credit she deserves in the next few years

[@stev6963]

I have so much respect for this girl. After seeing season 4 she has become a favorite of mine in the cast. Such a talented actress.

[@vaksugod3793]

Can't express how much i love her no attention hogging no falsifying things being her natural self and her voice so soothing it's like music all together she's magic ❤️❤️

[@solfh]

i feel she is the friend we all need..sweet, fun, calm down, serious when needed, willing to listen, smart, well spoken...

[@007NowOnline]

*I love Sadie Sink. She seems like she would be an awesome person to have as a best friend and/or an even better girlfriend. She seems beautiful inside and out and has the perfect smile too. I wish I could find a girl like her.* 🤞

[@vanevivaldi7871]

I love her. And she is so fresh and natural, with no make up. The world need more women showing her face like this and cover up with so much mascaras of make up

[@anxiousbaddie444]

she seems like a warm, friendly person but mature and wise at the same time

[@nokoye2009]

My favorite girl on Stranger Things. This season made me love her even more

[@Zaffre398]

Sadie really has a major role in Stranger Things Season 4

[@mawilmosquera3273]

I love your comment, and your picture of mini baby emma

[@Zaffre398]

@@mawilmosquera3273 you're an angel Mawil😀😀😀🥰

[@mawilmosquera3273]

@@Zaffre398 and you one of the sweetest people in the KZbin comments section 🥰😚

[@Zaffre398]

@@mawilmosquera3273 How beautiful you are!!!! Can I ask you a question? Which country are you from?

[@thaliamayara605]

Her voice is so soft and relaxing. 🍃

[@hershis__5061]

i absolutely adore sadie. so talented and so kind

[@actormangg5341]

I love hearing her speak about things. Yes, she is so well spoken and mature and her voice is calming. That's why I love hearing her speak about things!

[@Mystic_Kitty]

Sadie Sink is da best!!! And I totally agree about the social media. I barely get on it probably only for updates from stranger things or streamers that I watch.

[@daniromero5135]

She’s so talented and humble and super grounded…can’t wait for see how up she’s gonna rise❤️🥹

[@dreyashii]

sadie could definitely rock both younger and more mature roles. so far, every character that she portrayed fits her well!

[@scyt33]

Yessss she finally has a place to talk about her appearing on All Too Well mv!!! I was so proud that she was in it. Amazing ❤️

[@kyra4504]

I love Sadie so much I could listen to her voice all day Sadie voice is so calming she is just so kind and amazing💕

[@samira5391]

Her voice is so calm i can listen to her for hours

[@melaniemoreno1204]

I'm in awe of her acting this season!

[@Sharky1101]

I’m amazed by her intelligence at such a young age. I hope you never change and I wish you a lot of success Sadie Sink. 👊😎

[@bluishblow]

i love her so much 🥰🥰 she has that warm energy, i could hear her talking for hours

[@SURVIVINGANIMALJOHAN]

She definitely gave that vibe that she is cool and down to earth. Hoping the best to her!

[@daisyzeee]

Sadie is simply a beautiful soul. Love her!!

[@arianatoravenue9037]

i love sadie she makes me feel so comfortable. she’s a friend we all need.

[@chelsey1087]

I love how she smiles as she speaks. She has such a beautiful smile

[@mrtodoo]

Definitivamente una de los personajes favoritos míos de Stranger Things. Me encanta todo sobre ella , de verdad es muy amable y talentosa. Espero ver más cosas en las que está ella

[@ailings]

i love her so much, she's an absolute role model.

[@KarishmaBaghel]

She's always smiling! Love it!

[@nikitas7661]

This is what a well raised child looks like.

[@danmarquez3971]

Whoever marries Sadie will be insanely lucky! She is incredible!

[@Catzy96]

one of most unproblematic actress and still underrated... but i believe she will be shining so bright soon!

[@KrisCortez]

Sadie Sink.. red head..amazing actress.. Love her!

[@icharizkina5529]

Her eyes and her hair, so beautiful 😻

[@lilyfeatherstone5673]

I love her so much and so inspiring❤️❤️

[@shano494]

she is sooooo pretty and her voice is super attractive

[@shairamahjabin3232]

I love her! her voice is so soothing!!

[@veesvoyages]

I just love her, she's got such a great energy about her!

[@lunaloutfy]

Sadie is one of my biggest inspirations ever! This interview made me very happy omg I'm always comforted whenever I see something Sadie related because she has a very soft and gentle presence about her that automatically makes me feel better. This is definitely one of my favorite interviews of her now 🥺🥰

[@RY4N576.]

That girl should be arrested for stealing our hearts in season 4

[@X11-e4w]

I hope she can stay so grounded and pure.

[@rainbowinbeigeboots6190]

I just love her more and more

[@sarahschouveller1993]

She looks so stunning in green!

[@Vagg3]

Mark my words in five years time she is going to be THE NAME of the industry

[@ranzey]

i love her. she's so perfect!

[@Pixeleyes]

Sadie's gonna win an Emmy and go on to be a major dramatic actor for generations, for sure. She's a shoe-in for MCU's Jean Grey.

[@assembled1855]

And do a movie that it's either composed by Hans Zimmer or Michael Giacchino.

[@maritestorres4620]

She is beautiful without even trying.

[@kumbielenor1473]

I love you Sadie you’re character as Max in Stranger Things is amazing to watch. ❤️

[@rahulpodder1046]

We want more words about Taylor swift from sadie ✨✨✨✨ she seems such a positive and inspiring soul. All the best saddie ♥️

[@mairathorn3331]

Genuine answers and to the point questions

[@80steenangel]

i love her so much, she is SO underrated

[@Katarina-e4x]

What a nice and inspiring young artist!

[@rosalinadelacruz44]

literally one of my fave actress, she's so talented and one of the nicest person!