Sydney Sweeney shared details about her ideal partner in a new interview. The actress talked about the kind of person who can keep up with her busy world. She also spoke about the challenges of dating while being in the public eye.
Sydney Sweeney’s Dating Preference Explained
In a recent interview with Cosmopolitan, Sydney Sweeney described the qualities she looks for in a man. She said she wants someone who is “athletic and outgoing and funny” . The actress explained that she enjoys an active lifestyle and needs a partner who can join her on adventures.
“I’m a sporty girl, so someone needs to be able to climb a mountain with me, go skydiving with me,” Sweeney told the magazine. “And someone who loves their family. I love myself a man…oh, wow, when you print that, you won’t hear the inflection in my voice” .
Sweeney also emphasized the importance of finding someone who is not intimidated by her success and independence. She described herself as a confident person who knows what she wants.
The Importance of Confidence and Handling Her World
A key point from the interview was Sweeney’s need for a partner who can handle the demands of her life and career. She was very clear about the kind of confidence required.
“Look, I am a boss in my life. I take control. I go after what I want,” Sweeney said. “I am confident, and I am successful, and I don’t actually need a man” .
She explained that she has a strong support system of friends and colleagues. Sweeney stated this can be intimidating for some people. The actress shared that she once liked someone who ended things because he couldn’t manage the spotlight that comes with her life . She said this experience was difficult but taught her about her own needs in a relationship.
Navigating Love in the Public Eye
Sweeney also talked about the difficulty of having a personal life while being a famous actress. She mentioned the challenge of trying to have normal experiences that are then seen by millions of people.
“Sometimes I’ll think that I can do a normal thing and have a date in a normal way, and then it gets perceived in a very non-normal way,” she said. “It’s kind of sad” .
The actress stressed her desire to keep some parts of her life private. She is in her late twenties and feels she is still learning about love. Sweeney said it is hard to figure out relationships when so many people have opinions about them . She wants to experience life and love but finds it challenging to do so while constantly being watched.
Sweeney’s Current Focus and Past Relationship
Recently, Sweeney has been focused on her work and new business projects. She launched a lingerie brand called SYRN. The actress is also preparing to return to her role as Cassie in the third season of Euphoria, which is scheduled to start in April.
Sweeney was previously in a long-term relationship with restaurateur Jonathan Davino. They were together for about seven and a half years before breaking up in early 2025. She kept that relationship very private and did not often discuss it publicly. Since mid-2025, Sweeney has been linked to music executive Scooter Braun. They have been seen together at various events, including a New Year’s trip to Europe .
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A Shift in Perspective and a Furry Friend
Sweeney shared an amusing story about how her friend helped change her view on what she really needed. She once told a friend she wanted a man who was loyal, playful, and loved to cuddle. Her friend suggested those were the qualities of a dog .
“Sometimes you don’t need a man. You just need a dog,” Sweeney said, recounting the lesson she learned .
Taking that advice, Sweeney got a German Shepherd named Sully. She now jokingly calls him her “forever boyfriend” . This story highlights her sense of humor and her practical approach to finding companionship.
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