"Sydney Sweeney Reunites with Euphoria Co-Stars for Karaoke as Political Party Is Revealed"

Sydney Sweeney Sparks Controversy Amid Night Out with Euphoria Co-Stars

Sydney Sweeney, 26, enjoyed a karaoke night with Euphoria co-stars Hunter Schafer (26) and Maude Apatow (27) at Santa Monica’s The GasLite on Saturday. The trio performed a lively rendition of 4 Non Blondes’ 1993 hit What’s Up, captured in fan footage shared widely online. Jacob Elordi was also spotted joining the group.

Sydney Sweeney (center) with Hunter Schafer and Maude Apatow in March 2024.

The outing came amid backlash over Sweeney’s recent American Eagle campaign, criticized for its controversial messaging. Launched on July 23, the ads feature the slogan “Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans” alongside wordplay linking “jeans” to “genes.” In one clip, Sweeney states, “Genes are passed down from parents… my genes are blue,” while showcasing denim apparel. Critics accused the campaign of echoing eugenics rhetoric, with some comparing it to Nazi propaganda.

Sweeney’s American Eagle ad sparked heated debates online.

American Eagle defended the campaign, clarifying on social media: “‘Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans’ is and always was about the jeans. Her jeans. Her story. Great jeans look good on everyone.” While some fans called the backlash exaggerated, others doubled down, linking the controversy to Sweeney’s recent Republican voter registration in Florida.

Social media reactions remained divided. Critics questioned her co-stars’ support, with one user tweeting, “Why are Hunter and Maude hanging out with that MAGA rat?” Others referenced Hunter Schafer’s identity as a transgender woman, speculating about tension. Meanwhile, supporters dismissed the outrage, with one defending, “Comparing jeans ads to Nazi propaganda is extreme.”

Hunter Schafer (L) and Maude Apatow (R) have stood by Sweeney amid the controversy.

Sweeney appeared unbothered, sharing a close-up of her blue eyes via Instagram Stories on Sunday, captioning it, “Good morning.” The post, viewed by her 25 million followers, ignored the ongoing debates.

Sweeney brushed off criticism with a casual Instagram update.

As the Euphoria cast awaits Season 3, Sweeney’s personal and professional choices continue to fuel headlines. Whether the backlash impacts her career or fades remains to be seen, but for now, she’s leaning on her co-stars—and karaoke—to stay in the spotlight.

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