Madelyn Cline — Biography
Madelyn Cline is an American actress and model recognized for her compelling performances on screen. She gained widespread recognition for playing Sarah Cameron in the Netflix adolescent adventure series Outer Banks, which premiered in 2020 and continues to the present day. Additionally, she earned critical praise for her appearance in Rian Johnson's 2022 mystery comedy film Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, where she portrayed a character named Whiskey. Her social media presence has grown substantially, with her Instagram account boasting 16.7 million followers and her TikTok account holding 7.4 million followers as of December 2025.
Cline entered the world on December 21, 1997, born to parents Pam, who works in real estate, and Mark, an engineer. She grew up in Goose Creek, South Carolina, situated near Charleston. During her young adult years, she briefly attended Coastal Carolina University before making the pivotal decision to leave her studies and relocate to Los Angeles in pursuit of an acting career. Among her earliest professional experiences was appearing in a commercial for Chuck E. Cheese during her childhood.
Her entertainment industry journey commenced through representation by Millie Lewis Models & Talent agency based in Charleston. By age ten, she participated in an AMTC modeling and talent competition, subsequently securing features on the covers of Parent magazine and Parent & Child magazine. Her formative years involved traveling to New York City during summer months to participate in television commercials and print advertising for various brands including T-Mobile, Flow Automotive, Next, and Sunny D. Her early acting credits included supporting parts in films and television programs such as Boy Erased, Vice Principals, The Originals, and Stranger Things. The 2020 launch of Outer Banks marked a transformative moment in her career, with critics celebrating her breakout performance. Her subsequent role in Glass Onion further solidified her status as a rising talent in the industry. Beyond acting, her modeling career has included prominent campaigns with companies such as American Girl, Toys "R" Us, American Eagle, Stella McCartney, Versace, and various fashion publications. During 2023, she partnered with Tommy Hilfiger as a brand ambassador, collaborating on a summer lifestyle campaign alongside fellow actor Mason Gooding.
Cline entered the world on December 21, 1997, born to parents Pam, who works in real estate, and Mark, an engineer. She grew up in Goose Creek, South Carolina, situated near Charleston. During her young adult years, she briefly attended Coastal Carolina University before making the pivotal decision to leave her studies and relocate to Los Angeles in pursuit of an acting career. Among her earliest professional experiences was appearing in a commercial for Chuck E. Cheese during her childhood.
Her entertainment industry journey commenced through representation by Millie Lewis Models & Talent agency based in Charleston. By age ten, she participated in an AMTC modeling and talent competition, subsequently securing features on the covers of Parent magazine and Parent & Child magazine. Her formative years involved traveling to New York City during summer months to participate in television commercials and print advertising for various brands including T-Mobile, Flow Automotive, Next, and Sunny D. Her early acting credits included supporting parts in films and television programs such as Boy Erased, Vice Principals, The Originals, and Stranger Things. The 2020 launch of Outer Banks marked a transformative moment in her career, with critics celebrating her breakout performance. Her subsequent role in Glass Onion further solidified her status as a rising talent in the industry. Beyond acting, her modeling career has included prominent campaigns with companies such as American Girl, Toys "R" Us, American Eagle, Stella McCartney, Versace, and various fashion publications. During 2023, she partnered with Tommy Hilfiger as a brand ambassador, collaborating on a summer lifestyle campaign alongside fellow actor Mason Gooding.
