Sydney Sweeney Prepares to Portray Kim Novak in Biopic on 1950s Sammy Davis Jr. Romance

Sydney Sweeney is set to portray Hollywood legend Kim Novak in the upcoming biopic "Scandalous!", which chronicles Novak's 1950s interracial romance with musician Sammy Davis Jr. The film, directed by Colman Domingo in his directorial debut, explores the intense scrutiny Novak faced regarding her private life and public image. Sweeney, known for her roles in "Euphoria" and "Christy," expressed excitement about meeting Novak and immersing herself in the role after completing "Euphoria" Season 3. She relates personally to Novak's struggles with fame and controlling her image, seeing parallels with her own experiences. The project aims to highlight themes of love, rebellion, and the cost of defiance under societal pressures. Domingo hopes to create a nuanced and beautiful film about love trying to flourish amidst public scrutiny.