Career Timeline of Mikey Madison: Major Achievements and Milestones

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Mikey Madison

How Mikey Madison built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Mikaela "Mikey" Madison is an American actress known for her roles in both television and film. She gained initial recognition for her portrayal of a teenager in the FX comedy series *Better Things* (2016-2022). Subsequently, Madison garnered attention for her role as Susan Atkins, a member of the Manson family, in Quentin Tarantino's *Once Upon a Time in Hollywood* (2019). More recently, she starred as Amber Freeman in the slasher film *Scream* (2022), further solidifying her presence in the entertainment industry.

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2013: Acting Debut

In 2013, Mikey Madison made her acting debut with appearances in the short films 'Retirement' and 'Pani's Box'.

2014: First Feature Film

In 2014, Mikey Madison filmed her first feature film, 'Liza, Liza, Skies Are Grey'.

2016: Starring Role in Better Things

In 2016, Mikey Madison began starring as Max Fox in the FX comedy-drama series 'Better Things'.

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2017: Guest Starred in Imposters

From 2017, Mikey Madison guest starred in the Bravo dark comedy series 'Imposters'.

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2017: 'Liza, Liza, Skies Are Grey' Released

In 2017, the film 'Liza, Liza, Skies Are Grey,' which was filmed in 2014, was released.

2018: Appeared in Monster and Nostalgia

In 2018, Mikey Madison appeared in the drama films 'Monster' and 'Nostalgia'.

2019: Role in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and The Addams Family

In 2019, Mikey Madison gained recognition for her role as Susan "Sadie" Atkins in Quentin Tarantino's film 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood', and she also voiced Candi in 'The Addams Family'.

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2022: Cast in Scream

In 2022, Mikey Madison was cast as Amber Freeman in 'Scream', the fifth film of the franchise, which became a commercial success.

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2022: Better Things Ends

In 2022, the FX comedy-drama series 'Better Things', in which Mikey Madison starred, concluded.

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2024: Role in Lady in the Lake

In 2024, Mikey Madison had a supporting role in the miniseries 'Lady in the Lake'.

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2024: Starring Role in Anora and Awards

In 2024, Mikey Madison starred in Sean Baker's 'Anora', winning the Palme d'Or at Cannes and receiving critical acclaim for her performance, leading to an Academy Award and a BAFTA Award.

March 2025: Hosts Saturday Night Live

In March 2025, Mikey Madison guest hosted an episode of the live sketch comedy show 'Saturday Night Live'.

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April 2025: Declined Role in Star Wars: Starfighter

In April 2025, Mikey Madison declined a role in 'Star Wars: Starfighter' due to a salary dispute.

May 2025: Cast in Reptilia

In May 2025, Mikey Madison was cast in the upcoming film 'Reptilia', directed by Alejandro Landes.

June 2025: In Talks for The Masque of the Red Death

By June 2025, Mikey Madison entered talks to star in 'The Masque of the Red Death' for A24.