Sila Sahin-Radlinger, the renowned actress known for her work on the hit series Gute Zeiten, schlechte Zeiten, has been making waves not only for her career but also for her candid reflections on love and life. At 39, Sahin-Radlinger is happily married to Austrian football goalkeeper Samuel Sahin-Radlinger with whom she shares two sons, Elija and Noah, living together joyfully in Vienna.
Having made her mark on the German entertainment scene for over 15 years, Sila's life has seen its fair share of ups and downs, particularly in matters of the heart. She first gained prominence for her role on GZSZ and has since appeared on other popular shows like Alles was zählt and Lindenstraße. Her career took off when she secured her place on the soap opera back in 2009. But behind the camera and the glitz, Sila's path to finding happiness has been deeply personal and, at times, challenging.
Reflecting on her romantic history, Sila reveals, "Samy was my destiny. I had lost hope of finding the man for life. Then he came," recounting her love story with her husband. Their union blossomed surprisingly quickly after they met online. She first caught wind of Samuel through Facebook, where she saw him playing the guitar. "I had seen a video of Samy playing guitar on Facebook and loved it immediately," she reminisced. This moment would mark the turning point for Sahin-Radlinger, as her affection grew stronger with every interaction.
Prior to meeting Samuel, Sila was dating football star Ilkay Gündogan from 2013 until their split in September 2015. This relationship, though significant, left her apprehensive about love. "This relationship had its purpose, and I do not want to speak ill of it," she explains, noting how her experiences with Gündogan prepared her to appreciate the companionship with Samuel. During her previous romance, her doubts about love deepened, leading her even to entertain thoughts of exploring her sexuality differently. "But I never tried it with a woman," she commented when opening up about her past speculations on love.
Despite her initial reluctance, Sahin-Radlinger embraced the unexpected persistence of her now-husband. "Suddenly Samy wrote to me. I wanted very much to have a man just like him. When I saw he was a professional footballer, I blocked him. I did not want to date another footballer after my previous relationship," she shared, laughingly recalling her hesitance. But Samuel's determination won her over as their connection deepened, leading them to marry after just nine months of dating.
Living together, Sila and Samuel nurture their small family as they balance their careers. Samuel is currently playing for FK Austria Wien and has taken on more responsibilities at home, especially supporting Sila as she continues her filming for Das Traumschiff, which takes her away from Vienna on occasion. Samuel took the opportunity to support his wife wholly by caring for their children, stating, "I am taking care of Elija and Noah, with support from my mother-in-law Hani."
This dynamic family life suits Sahin-Radlinger well, and she appreciates the stability she has now compared to her previous relationships. She emphasizes the importance of family: "For my mother, Samy is also the best man ever. She loves her son-in-law!" Her mother's support means the world to her, especially considering her mother initially had serious reservations about Sila pursuing acting due to fears of financial stability. "Her greatest fear was, I wouldn’t earn enough money to support my life," Sila said, recounting how her mother worked hard as a nurse to raise her alone and wished for her daughter to have security.
Sila Sahin-Radlinger’s story is one of resilience, illustrating how past challenges can shape the path to current happiness. With Samuel, she feels as though she has found her greatest love and support. Looking back, she fondly remembers the time when she powered through her training at acting school secretly, funding her dream through her job as a cosmetician, building her future step by step, to the point where she could invite her mother on her very first vacation, marking her professional breakthrough.
Today, she remains determined to provide her sons with the best future possible, achieving her aspirations not only as an actress but also as a loving mother. "I work hard so my children will have it easier than I did," she shared, indicating her continuous ambitions and the legacy she wishes to create for her family. Sila Sahin-Radlinger’s life, filled with lessons learned, love found, and strong familial bonds, continues to evolve, inspiring many of her fans along the way.
