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Linda Hamilton shocked fans when she revealed she’s been celibate for nearly two decades.
Dec. 1 2025, Published 2:30 p.m. ET
Linda Hamilton’s Surprising Revelation
Linda Hamilton, renowned for her role in the Terminator series, has stunned fans by announcing she has been celibate for 20 years. This disclosure has sparked a mix of surprise and admiration among her followers, who have long seen her as a pivotal figure in the franchise.
Hamilton shared this personal detail as she joins the cast of Netflix’s Stranger Things for its fifth and final season, causing a stir in fan communities and conventions.
The actress has been celibate for quite some time.
Impact on Fans and Industry
At 69, Hamilton, who redefined female action roles with her portrayal of Sarah Connor, has embraced celibacy for two decades. She cites her love for nature and her dogs as fulfilling her life with love.
An industry publicist commented, “Fans have always seen her as a tough yet alluring figure since the 1980s, so her choice of celibacy has genuinely surprised them. They didn’t expect their action hero to step away from that image.”
Linda Hamilton is known for her role in ‘The Terminator.’
Reflections on Her Career
Hamilton’s decision is personal, reflecting her life beyond Hollywood’s expectations. She first gained fame in James Cameron’s 1984 The Terminator and continued with Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991). She returned for Terminator: Dark Fate (2019), a physically demanding role.
Her comments on celibacy emerged during press for Stranger Things, where she plays Dr. Kay, a military scientist.
The star appears in Season 5 of ‘Stranger Things.’
Personal Life and Reflections
Hamilton reflects on her life, emphasizing a rich existence filled with love for animals and the simple joys of life. She stated, “Pain is part of life. I give it all equal measure and have no regrets.”
Her past relationships include two marriages and two children. Her first marriage to Bruce Abbott ended in 1989, and she later married director James Cameron, with whom she shares a daughter.
Despite considering retirement due to health challenges, she embraced the role in Stranger Things, finding it invigorating. She praised the younger cast, particularly Millie Bobby Brown, for their professionalism.
