Many fans may think they know everything about Sydney Sweeney’s rise to stardom, but here’s a fun fact that might surprise even her biggest supporters—she had a small role in Pretty Little Liars!
Yes, you read that right! Before she became a household name with roles in Euphoria and The White Lotus, Sweeney made a brief appearance in the hit teen drama starring Lucy Hale.
So, when exactly did she pop up in Pretty Little Liars? According to J-14, Sweeney appeared in the show’s series finale in 2017, in an episode titled Til Death Do Us Part. She played Willa, a high school student who had mysteriously disappeared.
If this is the first time you’re hearing about it, you’re not alone—even some of the show’s own cast members were caught off guard by this revelation!
During the Pretty Little Liars panel at the Epic Cons Chicago convention in March 2023, cast members Ashley Benson, Keegan Allen, Troian Bellisario, and Torrey DeVitto were completely stunned to learn that Sweeney had been in the show.
A fan brought up the fact during the event, and panel moderator Arielle Kebbel asked if it was true. Torrey DeVitto, taken aback, reportedly said, “I’m in the Twilight Zone.” Keegan Allen, after realizing it was indeed Sweeney, added, “It’s f**king her. Dude. What in the world?”
Sweeney’s journey from a brief PLL appearance to Hollywood powerhouse has been nothing short of remarkable. Over the years, she has landed major roles in award-winning and blockbuster productions such as Euphoria, The White Lotus, The Handmaid’s Tale, Sharp Objects, Reality, Anyone But You, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Madame Web, and many more.
Beyond her acting chops, she has also made waves in the fashion world with her bold yet elegant red carpet looks, cementing her status as a true Hollywood It-girl with a massive global fanbase.