Sydney Sweeney Sparks Controversy Over Political Affiliation

Actress Sidney Sweeney is making headlines, not just for her roles, but also for her recent voter registration, which surfaced amidst backlash regarding her American Eagle Denim advertisements.

The 27-year-old star of “Euphoria” has been registered as a Republican in Monroe County since June 2024, according to voter records. This detail came to light following a post that gained traction on social media.

The report about her political affiliation was highlighted by a BuzzFeed News article, which mentioned a viral post discussing Sweeney’s choice to register as a Republican. Some reactions suggested her registration reflected her real stance, rather than an attempt to navigate her career choices.

This revelation coincides with criticisms surrounding a recent ad campaign featuring Sweeney. In one of the videos, she discusses genetics while playfully hinting at the term “genes” being misinterpreted, leading to a rebranding of the phrase to “jeans.”

American Eagle has responded to the criticism, clarifying that the campaign has always centered around denim and Sweeney’s personal story. They emphasized that their message celebrates confidence in wearing AE jeans, stating, “Amazing jeans look good on everyone.”

The controversy even reached political circles, with figures like former President Trump’s communications director stepping in to defend Sweeney amid accusations of racist undertones related to the advertisements.

So far, Sweeney has not publicly addressed the backlash, marking her as a recurring figure in politically charged discussions. Notably, she faced a similar wave of criticism back in 2022 when her family hosted a birthday party that some viewed as politically provocative, which she later described as misinterpreted.

As this situation unfolds, Sweeney’s representatives have yet to provide any comments regarding the latest developments.