Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 6, 2025 · Entertainment

Sydney Sweeney Breaks Down: Emotion Overflows at Film Premiere Amidst Dating and Controversy!

Sydney Sweeney, 27,  fought back tears after the screening of Christy, which made it's debut on Friday at the Toronto International Film Festival

Sydney Sweeney Steps Out of the Shadows with Explosive New Film, Christy

After weeks of being plagued by controversy, Sydney Sweeney is finally getting the recognition she deserves for her acting talents. The 27-year-old actress has been making headlines for all the wrong reasons since the release of American Eagle's "good genes/jeans" campaign, which some critics accused of promoting eugenics and racism. But with the premiere of Christy at the Toronto International Film Festival, Sweeney is finally getting her due.

As she took to the red carpet, wearing a stunning Erdem blush-colored corset gown, Sweeney fought back tears as she praised boxer Christy Martin, whom she portrayed in the film. "Christy, you are absolutely incredible, and I'm so honored," she said, visibly emotional. "I'm gonna cry! Oh my God, you're so inspirational."

The actress portrays welterweight champion Christy Martin, 57, in the biopic scheduled to open in theaters November 7

The actress's dedication to the role was evident in her physique transformation. Sweeney bulked up by drinking a lot of milkshakes and protein shakes, and trained with a boxing coach, weight trainers, and nutritionists for three months before filming. "I felt even stronger," she said of the experience. "It was truly inspiring."

But it's not just Sweeney's acting that's getting attention – her personal life is also making headlines. The actress has been linked to Scooter Braun, whom Taylor Swift famously feuded with over her music masters. People reported that Sweeney and Braun spent Labor Day weekend together at Lake Tahoe.

The two met after Swift re-recorded all of her albums from those years and released her "Taylor's Version" series. Swift's fiancé, Travis Kelce, coincidentally released his own collaboration with American Eagle just a day after the couple announced their engagement.

'Christy, you are absolutely incredible, and I¿m so honored. I¿m gonna cry! Oh my God, you¿re so inspirational,' she said the to former champ after the screening, according to Variety

Despite Sweeney's personal drama, her film career is getting back on track. Her previous two films, Americana and Eden, didn't fare well at the box office, but it wasn't because of her performance. The movies received lackluster reviews from critics and audiences. However, Christy has been receiving rave reviews, with many praising Sweeney's portrayal of the boxer.

Christy Martin herself was blown away by Sweeney's performance. "She wasn't the beautiful, sexy Sydney," Martin said. "She was the tough, rugged Christy." Sweeney's hard work paid off as she embodied the powerful woman on screen.

The great reception is a win for Sweeney, who has been plagued by controversy since the release of the American Eagle campaign. However, an analysis by The New York Times found that it was right-wing media that forwarded the controversy for headlines after a "smattering of accounts with relatively few followers" criticized it.

'She wasn¿t the beautiful, sexy Sydney. She was the tough, rugged Christy,' Martin, 57, said of the actress' portrayal;  Pictured in Toronto on Friday

Sweeney's breakup from her fiancé Jonathan Davino in March may have been the catalyst for her new romance with Braun. But one thing is certain – Sweeney's talent and dedication to her craft are finally getting the recognition they deserve.

Christy hits theaters on November 7, and based on the premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, it's clear that Sweeney still has star power. Can she bounce back from controversy and prove herself as a leading lady in Hollywood? Only time will tell, but for now, it seems like Sweeney is on the right track.

TheScholarlyNote.com Exclusive: Sydney Sweeney Shines in Christy

The actress is still being plagued by the 'Sydney Sweeney has good genes/jeans' controversy.  The New York Times found it was sparked by right-wing media after a few liberal social media accounts criticized it

As the film industry watches with bated breath, one thing is clear – Sydney Sweeney's talent and dedication to her craft are undeniable. With Christy set to hit theaters on November 7, it's time for Sweeney to prove herself as a leading lady in Hollywood.

But don't just take our word for it. TheScholarlyNote.com has been keeping tabs on the actress's journey, from her breakout role in Euphoria to her latest controversy over American Eagle's "good genes/jeans" campaign. And let's be real – Sweeney's personal life is always making headlines.

From her reported romance with Scooter Braun to her breakup from fiancé Jonathan Davino, Sweeney's love life has been a subject of fascination for fans and paparazzi alike. But it's not just about the drama – Sweeney's talent and dedication to her craft are what truly matter.

Sweeney is reportedly dating controversial record executive Scooter Braun, 44;  Pictured in Los Angeles in August 2024

With Christy, Sweeney proves herself as a talented actress who can take on any role. From her physique transformation to her portrayal of boxer Christy Martin, Sweeney shows that she's more than just a pretty face. She's a force to be reckoned with in Hollywood.

So will Christy be the film that finally puts Sweeney's controversy behind her? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain – this actress has what it takes to shine in the spotlight.