Sydney Sweeney’s Euphoria Reunion Turns Political: Inside the Karaoke Night Drama
Sydney Sweeney's Scandalous Night Out: Euphoria Star Parties with Co-Stars Amid Backlash Over American Eagle Campaign
In a shocking display of celebrity camaraderie, Sydney Sweeney was spotted out and about in Los Angeles on Saturday night, surrounded by her Euphoria co-stars Hunter Schafer and Maude Apatow. The trio took the stage at The GasLite in Santa Monica, where they got their karaoke fix with a rousing rendition of 4 Non Blondes' iconic hit "What's Up?" Footage captured by fellow patron Xochil Rincon has been making the rounds on social media, and it's clear that these three friends know how to bring the house down.
But amidst all the fun and games, Sydney is facing a storm of criticism over her latest campaign with American Eagle. The actress, who is accused of promoting eugenics-inspired messaging in the ads, was seen sporting a coordinating denim jacket and trousers for the brand's new slogan: "Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans." But what seems like a harmless plug for jeans has sparked outrage among fans, with many likening the campaign to Nazi propaganda.
The controversy centers around Sydney's Instagram caption, where she writes, "I have great genes...now you can too." The accompanying video shows her buttoning up her jeans and reciting, "Genes are passed down from parents to offspring, often determining traits like hair color, personality, and even eye color...my genes are blue." Some critics have taken issue with the language, accusing Sydney of perpetuating a racist and xenophobic message.
Not everyone agrees, however. One person defended the campaign online, saying, "You guys don't have to like Sydney Sweeney or the ways she promotes herself, but don't you think comparing those jean commercials to Nazi propaganda is a tad extreme?" American Eagle has weighed in on the controversy, releasing a statement on social media that reads: "[The campaign] 'Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans' is and always was about the jeans. Her jeans. her story. We'll continue to celebrate how everyone wears their AE jeans with confidence, their way. Great jeans look good on everyone."
But for many fans, the damage has been done. Sydney's decision to register as a Republican in Florida last June has only added fuel to the fire, with some accusing her of hypocrisy and others calling out her association with right-wing ideologies.
The Euphoria star seemed to shrug off the controversy on Sunday, sharing a photo and video of herself via Instagram Stories. But not everyone is buying it. Some fans have taken to social media to express their outrage, with one person writing: "I just know Sydney misgenders Hunter [Schafer]. Another critic predicted that Republicans would be "melting down" over Sydney's association with her co-stars, who are both LGBTQ+.
The drama has also sparked a heated debate about free speech and personal branding. One person mused online: "She had to immediately lean on her white girlies with good reputations to pull her out of a PR crisis." Another fan questioned why Hunter and Maude were "hanging out" with someone who was accused of promoting racist ideologies.
As the controversy continues to swirl, one thing is clear: Sydney Sweeney's star power may be waning in the eyes of some fans. But for now, she's still got her friends – and a whole lot of denim-clad fans – in her corner.
Sources:
- Xochil Rincon, social media user
- American Eagle, official Instagram account
- Sydney Sweeney, official Instagram account
