People Call For Boycott Of Sydney Sweeney’s New Film As Star
Sweeney Breaks Silence with Americana
Sydney Sweeney returned to social media to promote Americana, her new crime thriller, sharing behind-the-scenes shots.
It’s her first post since the backlash over her American Eagle ad.
Controversial Ad Campaign
The ad—tagged “Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans”—sparked criticism for allegedly suggesting genetic superiority. Some compared it to “controversial 1980s campaigns.”
American Eagle denied any racist intent, saying it celebrated “denim, not eugenics.”
Audience Divided
Online reactions were mixed. Supporters said, “They hate her because she’s hot,” while critics labeled the ad “propaganda” and called for a boycott of Americana.
Film Launch Amid Scandal
Americana, featuring Halsey and Zahn McClarnon, premiered August 15. Reviews varied—some praised its “gallows humor and big heart,” while others called it “a copycat Coen Brothers yarn.”
Meanwhile, Sweeney avoided discussing the controversy, focusing on her role as Penny Jo Poplin.
