Sadie Sink Left Stranded? Redheaded Star Spotted Searching for “Missing” Driver After London Grocery Run
Sadie Sink found herself in a bit of a real-world cliffhanger this week while navigating the streets of London.
The 23-year-old actress was spotted looking visibly perplexed outside a grocery shop in Notting Hill on Saturday, January 31. Dressed down for the chilly weather in a long gray wool coat, matching scarf, and blue track pants, Sink appeared to be searching for a vehicle that wasn’t where it was supposed to be.
Holding a large shopping bag, the Stranger Things star spent several moments scanning the street for her driver, who seemed to have missed the memo on the pickup time.
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Despite the minor logistical hiccup, witness reports noted that the actress remained in high spirits. After a few minutes of searching, a black Range Rover finally pulled up to the curb, and Sink was seen smiling and laughing off the delay as she climbed into the car. The casual outing comes during a busy period for the star, who has been spending significant time in the UK as she prepares for a major career milestone on the London stage.
Sink is currently in rehearsals for her West End debut in a highly anticipated revival of Romeo & Juliet. Directed by the visionary Robert Icke, the production will see Sink take on the iconic role of Juliet opposite Noah Jupe’s Romeo. Performances are scheduled to begin at the Harold Pinter Theatre on March 16, and will run for a limited 12-week engagement through June 6.
The move to the West End marks a homecoming of sorts to her theatrical roots, as she famously began her career on Broadway in Annie and The Audience. Fans are particularly eager to see her “Juliet,” which producers have described as a version of the character imbued with dynamism and agency.
The theater run follows the emotional conclusion of the series that made her a household name. Stranger Things aired its grand series finale on January 1, bringing Max Mayfield’s long and tumultuous journey to a close. During a recent appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Sink admitted that saying goodbye to Hawkins was heartbreaking, but she expressed pride in the divisive and high-stakes ending the Duffer Brothers crafted for the final season.
While the live-action series has concluded, Sink’s involvement in the franchise’s future remains a topic of intense speculation, particularly with the newly announced animated spinoff, Stranger Things: Tales From ’85, set to debut later this year.
Beyond the Upside Down, Sink’s film career is reaching new heights. She recently starred in the post-apocalyptic rock opera O’Dessa, which premiered on Hulu in March 2025. In the film, she played a farm girl on an epic quest to save her true love’s soul, showcasing her vocal talents alongside Kelvin Harrison Jr. and Regina Hall.
Her future in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is also a major talking point. After her undisclosed role in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, scheduled for release on July 31, industry reports suggest she will reprise her character in Avengers: Secret Wars in 2027. Fans have frequently theorized that her signature red hair makes her a perfect fit for characters like Jean Grey or a multiverse version of Gwen Stacy, though Sink has remained coy, simply stating, People will just have to wait and see.
Which of Sadie Sink’s upcoming projects are you most excited for—her West End debut as Juliet or her mysterious entrance into the Marvel Cinematic Universe? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.