Kim Novak voices concern over Sydney Sweeney’s upcoming biopic, fearing her affair with Sammy Davis Jr. could be misrepresented on screen.

Hollywood legend reacts to controversial new project

September 1, 2025 – Screen icon Kim Novak, best known for her role in Alfred Hitchcock’s Vertigo, has voiced her concerns about an upcoming biopic starring Sydney Sweeney, which is set to dramatize Novak’s alleged affair with legendary entertainer Sammy Davis Jr.

A Controversial Storyline

The film, which has not yet been officially titled, reportedly centers on the turbulent romance between Novak and Davis Jr. in the late 1950s. Their relationship, kept largely private at the time due to racial tensions and industry pressure, has long been the subject of speculation and tabloid fascination.

Sydney Sweeney, fresh off her string of Hollywood successes, is set to portray Novak in what is being described as a “raw, daring, and unflinching” take on the star’s life.

Novak Speaks Out

Now 91 years old, Novak has addressed the project, admitting she is uneasy about the storyline. In a rare statement, she shared: “I’m concerned about how this part of my life is being told. The truth is complicated, and I don’t want my story to be reduced to scandal.”

She further added that while she respects young talent like Sweeney, she hopes the film will “handle the past with sensitivity and honesty, not sensationalism.”

Fans Rally Behind Her

Fans of Novak have expressed similar worries online, arguing that her legendary Hollywood career deserves more focus than one controversial chapter. Others, however, see the film as an opportunity to shed light on the challenges faced by stars in an era when interracial relationships were heavily stigmatized.

Sweeney Remains Silent

Sydney Sweeney has yet to comment on Novak’s concerns, though insiders close to the project suggest the actress is preparing extensively for the role and is committed to portraying Novak with depth and respect.

As the biopic moves into production, all eyes will be on how the film balances Hollywood glamour, personal struggles, and one of the most taboo romances of its time.