Sydney Sweeney reportedly thinks that critics have exaggerated the backlash surrounding her American Eagle jeans ad well beyond measure. The actor found herself in the middle of a fresh controversy after featuring in the clothing brand’s latest campaign, which drew substantial flak online. However, a source claimed that the 27-year-old has been staying strong in the face of criticism and has had some thoughts about the negative reaction.
Sydney Sweeney believes American Eagle ad criticism has ‘blown out of proportion,’ source claims
Us Weekly exclusively learned about Sydney Sweeney’s reaction to the criticism she received for the American Eagle jeans ad. She recently appeared in the apparel brand’s latest advertisement, triggering a debate about race and beauty standards for its wordplay with the term “genes.” The campaign’s tagline, “Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans,” has been at the center of the controversy.
However, a source told the publication that the actor believes “this whole thing has been blown out of proportion.” They alleged that she has been “focusing her energy on work” lately. These include “being back on set with her ‘Euphoria’ family,” as Season 3 of the hit HBO series has begun filming. However, she has yet to publicly address the ongoing controversy and respond to the criticism she has been receiving since the campaign’s launch.
Sydney Sweeney’s American Eagle ad instantly came under fire, prompting sharp reactions from critics and celebrities alike. The brand has since defended its campaign in an Instagram post. It clarified that the tagline “is and always” was about the actor’s “jeans” and her “story.” The statement further noted that they will “continue to celebrate how everyone wears their AE jeans with confidence, their way. Great jeans look good on everyone.”
Previously, the Emmy-nominated star reportedly found herself embroiled in a similar controversy with Dr. Squatch. Earlier this year, she partnered with the men’s personal care brand to launch a soap made from her bathwater, naming it “Sydney’s Bathwater Bliss.” The product went out of stock almost immediately, but the actor also faced heavy criticism.
