When it comes to romance, Stranger Things star Sadie Sink gives nothing away. The actress, known for her role as Max in the hit Netflix series, has kept her real-life relationships as cryptic as the Upside Down itself.
Rumors have linked her to several of her co-stars over the years, but these whispers remain unconfirmed. The buzz began with fellow Stranger Things actor Finn Wolfhard, but as he was reportedly dating actress Elsie Richter, this gossip seems more fiction than fact. Another fan-fueled rumor tied Sadie to Caleb McLaughlin, with whom she shares on-screen chemistry. Yet, both have maintained it's strictly platonic. Sadie herself once shared with The Wrap that her first on-screen kiss with McLaughlin was nerve-wracking but never uncomfortable, reinforcing their bond as "just friends."
“It was kind of amazing because the bond between all of us was pretty instantaneous and I think over time it just gets stronger and stronger,” she told Glamour in 2022.
Beyond Hawkins, Indiana, Sadie’s rumored romances extend to the world of music. The actress was spotted in New York City with Patrick Alwyn, the brother of Joe Alwyn, who famously dated Taylor Swift. This sighting sparked speculation, especially after Sadie's role in Swift’s All Too Well: The Short Film. Fans have wondered if Swift played cupid, though neither party has confirmed this relationship.
In another twist, Sadie's collaboration with Dylan O’Brien in Swift's project sparked curiosity. Their on-screen partnership led to rumors of real-life romance, though nothing has been publicly confirmed by either party. In a Harper’s Bazaar report, a song by Gracie Abrams is said to reference a situation involving Sadie, sparking further intrigue.
Reflecting on her experiences, Sadie has expressed how her roles have sometimes mirrored her own discoveries about love. Playing a young woman in a complex relationship in All Too Well, she admitted to Variety, "At that point, I had never been in love." These personal revelations have only added depth to her performances.
While Sadie might not be sharing her dating status on Instagram or rolling out the red carpet for romance, her connection with fans remains strong. Whether it's her on-screen dynamics or off-screen friendships, the actress continues to captivate audiences with her talent and enigmatic persona.