Maddie Phillips

Maddie Phillips

Born: Tuesday, September 6, 1994 • Vancouver, Canada

Maddie Phillips is a Canadian actor best known for scene‑stealing turns in sharp, character‑driven genre TV. She broke out as Sterling Wesley in Netflix’s Teenage Bounty Hunters and expanded her profile globally as Cate Dunlap in Gen V, Prime Video’s college‑set spin‑off of The Boys. Her work blends comedy, drama, and action, with a focus on morally complex young women navigating pressure, power, and identity.

News and buzz (through 2024)

• Gen V premiered to strong reviews for its satirical edge and ensemble performances, with Phillips’ portrayal of Cate drawing attention for balancing vulnerability and menace. Amazon announced a season renewal, positioning the series as a key pillar of The Boys universe.
• The Gen V cast and creative team publicly mourned the loss of co‑star Chance Perdomo in 2024; coverage noted the show’s adjustments while emphasizing cast solidarity and care for fans.
• Teenage Bounty Hunters maintains a devoted cult following; critics and viewers continue to recommend the series for its chemistry between leads and smart tonal mix, keeping Phillips’ early breakout in conversation.
• Phillips appeared widely in entertainment press tied to Gen V’s rollout, with features and interviews in outlets such as Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, and comparable mainstream and genre publications.

Recent and notable projects

• Gen V (Prime Video, 2023– ): Phillips plays Cate Dunlap, a key student at Godolkin University. The role explores consent, loyalty, and the cost of power inside a hyper‑competitive superhero ecosystem. The series connects directly to The Boys via storylines, cameos, and worldbuilding.
• Teenage Bounty Hunters (Netflix, 2020): As Sterling Wesley, one half of an unlikely bounty‑hunting twin duo, Phillips showcased nimble comedic timing and grounded emotional beats. Despite a single season, the show earned critical praise and sustained fan engagement.

Earlier in her career, Phillips built experience across Canadian and U.S. productions, including guest work in Vancouver‑shot series and indie projects, developing a reputation for versatility across comedy‑drama, supernatural, and action‑leaning stories.

Social media and public presence

• Instagram: Primary platform for behind‑the‑scenes photos, project stills, lookbooks from press days, and cast camaraderie. Look for a verified profile under her name; cross‑check via studio and series accounts.
• X (Twitter): Used more sparingly for release announcements, amplifying trailers, and thanking fans and collaborators.
• Other platforms: Occasional appearances via cast takeovers, livestream Q&As, and convention or festival panels published by networks and streamers.

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Themes, collaborations, and impact

Across roles, Phillips gravitates toward characters negotiating agency, friendship, and moral gray zones. Collaborations include showrunners and producers associated with The Boys universe on Gen V, and creator Kathleen Jordan and executive producer Jenji Kohan on Teenage Bounty Hunters. Her performances have been singled out for chemistry with ensemble casts and the ability to turn genre premises into intimate character studies.

Where to watch

• Gen V streams on Prime Video (availability varies by region).
• Teenage Bounty Hunters streams on Netflix (availability varies by region).

Additional notes

Nationality: Canadian. Based on public interviews and press, Phillips regularly works across North American productions. For booking or professional inquiries, use official channels listed by networks, studios, or a verified social profile.