Amanda Seyfried recently shared insights into her relationship with husband Thomas Sadoski, highlighting the sacrifices he makes to support her thriving career in Hollywood. In an interview for her digital cover story with *Vogue*, published on January 8, 2024, Seyfried stated, “[He] sacrifices a lot for me,” acknowledging the incredible opportunities currently available to her.
The couple, who married in 2017, welcomed their first child, a daughter, that same year. They later expanded their family with a son born in 2020. Seyfried discussed the challenges of balancing her professional life with motherhood, revealing, “I do say no a lot” to various acting offers.
Balancing Career and Family Life
Seyfried’s career is experiencing a significant surge, with two major projects currently at the box office: *The Housemaid* and *The Testament of Ann Lee*. The latter has earned her nominations at the upcoming 2026 Critics Choice Awards and Golden Globes. She expressed her gratitude for the level of control she now has over her schedule, stating, “It’s the privilege I have at this point in my career. I can say, ‘Listen, I’ll make this work, but … I have to sleep with my kids Friday night, Saturday, Sunday — I have to go to bed with them.’ That’s my only rule. And it does fuel me.”
Director Mona Fastvold of *The Testament of Ann Lee* recognized Seyfried’s commitment to family, noting, “It matters to her that she chooses projects that she cares about, because what she wants is to be with her family, obviously, to be on her farm.”
Seyfried reflected on her fast-paced life, explaining the difficulty her children might have in understanding her career. “My world’s moving so fast, and there are so many things I have to do each day,” she acknowledged. “And there’s no way I can express what I’m doing. I just make very clear every day: ‘I really would rather be home with you.’”
Finding Love and Stability
In a separate conversation on the “Dear Chelsea” podcast, Seyfried opened up about her relationship with Sadoski, describing how they met while working together in the 2015 Off-Broadway production of *The Way We Get By*. She characterized her previous relationship as a “dead-end” and shared her feelings of insecurity at the time. “I was in a relationship where I was completely just not seen,” she said.
Seyfried emphasized the importance of feeling safe and valued in her relationship with Sadoski. “I think when you’re really scared and you have someone who’s like, ‘Here, take my hand,’ you can’t help but fall in love with something about them,” she noted. Reflecting on their initial connection, she fondly recalled, “I really liked his voice and I liked the fact that he had salt-and-pepper hair.”
The actress’s journey illustrates the delicate balance of career ambition and family life, as well as the profound impact of supportive partnerships. As she continues to navigate her busy schedule, Seyfried remains committed to prioritizing her family while embracing the opportunities that come her way.
