Internet Explodes as Protester Shouts at Sydney Sweeney on Red Carpet

Actress Sydney Sweeney’s film premiere took a shocking turn as a protester publicly called out her controversial American Eagle ad campaign. As she arrived in Hollywood to celebrate her latest movie Americana, a voice from the crowd screamed: “Stop the ad, that is being racist!” — referencing the brand’s tagline “Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans,” which critics claim subtly implies “genes,” stirring accusations of racial messaging. Though the moment went viral, Sydney remained composed, continuing photos with co-stars Halsey and Simon Rex. American Eagle defended the campaign, calling the allegations false and defamatory. But with TikTok calling it out and culture critics weighing in, the backlash isn’t over yet. Watch.