On Thursday, November 7 at 8/7c, Who’s Stalking My Family will air as part of the Hateful & Grateful premieres on the Lifetime Movie Network. The thriller stars the accomplished Kate Watson (as Ivy Miller) and introduces Kennedy Martin (as Sadie Miller) to the Lifetime family.
Kennedy is a charismatic actor who brings a refreshing warmth and sincerity to the film. Her previous credits include Showtime’s Crowning Jules and PureFlix’s Healed By Grace 2. She has a vivacious voice that can be heard on NBC Peacock’s Saved by The Bell, Spotify, YSL, the award-winning Argentina 1985 (English dubbing), and more. And the gifted performer can soon be seen in an upcoming Walt Disney World commercial.
Kennedy graciously agreed to answered a few questions about her life and Lifetime’s Who’s Stalking My Family.
Entertaining Options: Your star is rising. How did you get to where you are now?
Kennedy Martin: I’m so incredibly thankful for my parents. I really couldn’t have gotten to where I am without them. My mom was always driving me to auditions and helping me find opportunities. And they were always front and center at every dance recital and play. I’m really grateful that I developed an ability to handle rejection as a kid, because that’s how I’ve been able to stick with it. I’m so grateful to have had some really fun opportunities over the last few years.
EO: What can you tell us about Who’s Stalking My Family without giving too much away?
KM: It’s totally packed with big twists and turns! My character, Sadie, starts hanging out with this guy from school, but things quickly take a dark turn when she realizes he might not be who he says he is. At the same time, my mom, Ivy (Kate Watson), finds herself in some serious trouble, and her life ends up at risk in ways she couldn’t have seen coming. Is it the boy from school, Colton (Jacob Kaufman)? You will have to watch and see!
EO: What parts of Sadie do you relate to the most?
KM: Sadie definitely has a lot of qualities that feel like me! I totally relate to her ability to see the best in people; she has such a kind heart and genuinely wants everyone around her to succeed, whether it’s a friend, a classmate, or her family. That’s something I always try to bring into my own life. And like Sadie, I really value quality time with family and friends — those relationships mean everything.
But Sadie’s a bit braver than I was in high school! I wasn’t exactly sneaking out of windows to meet up with boys. I love how she’s got that fearless side, though; she has the confidence to think she can get away with anything, and that was such a fun quality to play with!
EO: Entertaining Options had the chance to interview Kate Watson before. She is an amazing person. What was it like working with her?
KM: She really is! Getting to work with Kate was so special for me! She is so professional and taught me so much. She has such a great grasp on not just performance, but also the technicals of what the camera sees. I feel lucky to have gotten to work with her.
EO (to Kate Watson): What was it like working with Kennedy Martin?
Kate Watson: Kennedy was a ray of sunshine to work with. Bright, eager, and just a delight. She didn’t shy away from digging into the challenges of a scene and leaned into any direction the scene would take us. Establishing our chemistry was effortless. I’m immensely grateful we got to work together and hope we continue to.
EO (back to Kennedy Martin): Besides acting, you have done some incredible voice over work and you can sing. Is it possible we will hear some music from you in the future?
KM: Actually, yes! I mostly leave the music stuff up to my sister, Elise Del Mar, who is an incredibly talented singer-songwriter. But she and I recently worked together to write a single that I plan to release soon.
EO: Why are people going to love this movie?
KM: People are going to love this movie because it’s packed with all the best elements of a Lifetime thriller! At the heart of it, the mother-daughter relationship between Sadie and Ivy is so relatable and adds a real emotional layer. Then you throw in all the high school drama, especially with Colton, which keeps things exciting and a little intense. And honestly, I think viewers will have a blast trying to figure out who’s behind all the trouble Ivy faces! With so many twists, turns, and possible suspects, it keeps you guessing until the end.
EO: How can fans follow and support you?
KM: You can follow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thekennedymartin
Special thanks to Kate Watson for providing insight into Kennedy’s personality, work ethic, and talent. For more information on Kate, read her interview with Entertaining Options: Kate Watson receives some “Killer Advice” in Lifetime’s latest thriller.
Lifetime Movie Network’s Who’s Stalking My Family premieres on Thursday, November 7 at 8/7c.
Essential Links:
Kennedy Martin: Instagram • IMDb
Elise Del Mar: Instagram • Spotify
Kate Watson: Facebook • Instagram • IMDb
Lifetime: website • Facebook • Instagram
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