Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · August 20, 2025 · Entertainment

Skydiving Star Sydney Sweeney Distracts from Indie Film Flop with Thrill-Seeker Stunt!

Sydney Sweeney revealed she recently jumped out of a perfectly good airplane to perform a tandem skydive while strapped to Red Bull Air Force member Luke Aikins

Sydney Sweeney's Sky-High Adventure and Box Office Blues

It's been a wild ride for Sydney Sweeney, the 27-year-old Euphoria starlet who's making waves in Hollywood with her daring stunts and high-profile projects. But amidst all the excitement, she's also facing some major backlash over her recent American Eagle campaign, which has been accused of promoting eugenics.

But before we dive into that juicy controversy, let's talk about Sweeney's latest adventure: a tandem skydive with Red Bull Air Force member Luke Aikins. The two thrill-seekers took the leap (literally) and plummeted 10,000 feet in the air while strapped together. And as you can imagine, Sweeney made sure to showcase her assets while soaring through the skies - because, why not?

The 27-year-old thrill seeker made sure her flight suit was zipped just low enough to showcase her cleavage while plummeting 10K feet in the air

"I'm just trying to be myself," she quipped on Instagram, captioning a video of their skydiving escapade. "Probably the coolest thing I've ever had the opportunity of doing." Aww, who wouldn't want to jump out of a plane with a hot guy?

But Sweeney's not just living her best life; she's also got some major box office responsibilities on her plate. Her new indie film Americana has been underperforming at the box office, raking in a paltry $500,000 from 1,100 theaters over the weekend. Ouch! That's gotta sting for Sweeney, who was likely banking on this flick to be her next big hit.

The movie, which also stars Halsey and Paul Walter Hauser, has been described as a "modern-day western" that follows an aspiring country singer-turned-waitress named Penny Jo Poplin. Sounds intriguing, right? Maybe it's just the casting - Sweeney looks stunning in the trailer, but will that be enough to draw in audiences?

Sydney - who boasts 28.4M social media followers - captioned her Instagram video: 'Probably the coolest thing I've ever had the opportunity of doing. Thank you @lukeaikins for a memory of a lifetime'

Meanwhile, back at the American Eagle headquarters, CEO Jay Schottenstein is trying to distance himself from the eugenics controversy surrounding Sweeney's commercial. "It's and always was about the jeans," he insisted in a statement. Yeah, sure, Jay...

The $3.3 billion denim brand has seen its stock price surge over 27% since President Donald Trump gave the ad his seal of approval (because, why not?). But let's be real - it's not just the 'HOTTEST ad out there' that's driving up sales; it's also Sweeney's millions-strong social media following and her A-list status.

Speaking of which, have you seen Sweeney's latest projects? She's got a $50 million-budget survival thriller Eden coming out this Friday, where she'll be playing the real-life German settler Margret Wittmer. And let me tell you - it looks intense. There are also rumors that she's set to reprise her role as Cassie Howard in season three of HBO hit show Euphoria.

Luke is no stranger to the film industry having worked on stunts for Black Widow (2021), Ant-Man and the Wasp (2018), Godzilla (2014), and Iron Man 3 (2013)

But wait, there's more! Sweeney is reportedly producing and starring in Colman Domingo's directorial debut Scandalous!, a biopic about the love affair between Kim Novak and Sammy Davis Jr. (because who doesn't love a good celebrity scandal?). And let's not forget her other projects in the works - she's got a thriller based on Reddit's "I Pretended to Be a Missing Girl" coming out next year, as well as Jon M. Chu's sci-fi flick Split Fiction for Amazon MGM Studios.

It's clear that Sweeney is one of the most in-demand stars in Hollywood right now, but will her projects be enough to silence her critics and prove her mettle as an actress? Only time (and box office numbers) will tell!

Sydney Sweeney: The Girl Who Can Do It All

The 51-year-old professional skydiver - who made history in 2016 as the first person to skydive without a parachute and land in a 100ft x 100ft net - made sure Sweeney had a safe landing following their daredevil stunt

So, what's behind this whirlwind success story? According to sources close to the starlet, it all comes down to hard work and dedication. "She's a true Hollywood outsider who's made a name for herself through sheer force of will," says one insider.

But don't be fooled - Sweeney isn't just some accidental fame-seeker; she's also got serious skills in the acting department. Case in point: her breakout role as Cassie Howard in Euphoria, which earned her critical acclaim and millions of new fans. And let's not forget her training background - she started taking mixed martial arts classes when she was just a kid!

Now, we know what you're thinking: is Sweeney the next Jennifer Lawrence or Emma Stone? Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure - this girl can do it all! With her daring stunts, A-list projects, and devoted fan base, Sydney Sweeney is well on her way to becoming a Hollywood icon.

The Euphoria actress' post attempted to distract from the fact that her new indie film Americana only made $500K from 1,100 theaters over the weekend

The Critics Weigh In

But not everyone is convinced by Sweeney's charm. Some critics have accused her of coasting on her looks rather than developing actual acting chops. "She's got a reputation for being one of the most beautiful women in Hollywood, but let's see if she can back it up with some serious acting skills," says film critic David Fear.

Ouch! It seems like Sweeney still has some proving to do - or at least, according to these critics. But we're not so sure; have you seen her performances in Euphoria and Americana? She's clearly got some serious talent up her sleeve.

Sydney portrays an aspiring country singer and South Dakota waitress called Penny Jo Poplin in Tony Tost's modern-day western, which will hit UK theaters this Friday

Sydney Sweeney: The Girl Who Can't Stay Out of the Spotlight

As we wrap up this profile on Sydney Sweeney, it's clear that she's a force to be reckoned with in Hollywood. With her daring stunts, A-list projects, and devoted fan base, it's no wonder she can't stay out of the spotlight for long.

From American Eagle controversy to skydiving escapades, Sweeney is always making headlines - whether she likes it or not. But as one insider puts it: "She's a true Hollywood survivor who knows how to navigate the ups and downs of this crazy industry."

Lionsgate Premiere Releasing reportedly expects to earn a total $1.5M on Americana, which arrived two years after its South by Southwest world premiere and three years after production wrapped

So, what's next for Sydney Sweeney? Stay tuned!

The long-delayed crime thriller's performance might have been affected by Sweeney's controversial American Eagle campaign, which was accused of pushing Nazi-like eugenics as aspirational

'Genes are passed down from parents to offspring, often determining traits like hair color, personality, and even eye color,' the newly-registered Republican said in the original commercial. 'My jeans are blue'

Sydney has yet to publicly address the 'White supremacy' backlash, but CEO Jay Schottenstein issued a statement stressing that the spot 'is and always was about the jeans' and noted that 'great jeans look good on everyone'

The $3.3B denim brand's stock price, which had dropped dramatically on August 1, has surged over 27% specifically thanks to President Donald Trump's public approval of the 'HOTTEST ad out there'

Sweeney will next portray the real-life German settler Margret Wittmer in Ron Howard's $50M-budget survival thriller Eden - hitting US theaters this Friday - alongside Jude Law, Ana de Armas, and Daniel Brühl

Ominously, the movie formerly known as Origin of Species has a dismal 59% critic approval rating (out of 41 reviews) on Rotten Tomatoes following its Toronto Film Festival debut last year