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Sydney Sweeney takes aim at Hollywood in controversial ‘Euphoria’ moment

The ‘Euphoria’ actress accused of mocking Hollywood critics in new scene

Amal Fatmi

Sydney Sweeney takes aim at Hollywood in controversial ‘Euphoria’ moment

The ‘Euphoria’ actress accused of mocking Hollywood critics in new scene

Sydney Sweeney takes aim at Hollywood in controversial ‘Euphoria’ moment
Sydney Sweeney takes aim at Hollywood in controversial ‘Euphoria’ moment

Sydney Sweeney has landed in hot waters after sparking outrage for allegedly taking a swipe at her critics.

According to Radar Online, some insiders believe that the 28-year-old actor’s latest Euphoria sequence was crafted as a striking response to her Hollywood haters.

The latest episode features a fantasy-inspired sequence in which Sweeney’s notorious character Cassie channels Attack of the 50 Foot Woman by transforming into a towering blonde giantess roaming through Hollywood as helicopters hover overhead and crowds run for shelter.

Sources viewed the dramatic imagery as a reflection of the actress’s frustration after facing scrutiny over her political opinions and controversial American Eagle campaign.

"Sydney absolutely understood and encouraged the symbolism here. The giant blonde bombshell crushing Hollywood was meant as a provocation. She feels like left-leaning people in the industry have frozen her out because she doesn't fit their politics or behave the way they expect young actresses to behave," a tipster told the outlet.

The confidant added, "A lot of people in Hollywood still haven't forgiven her for the American Eagle uproar or for rumors about her Republican background. This was her way of saying she can still dominate the industry whether they like it or not."

The insider further suggested the latest Euphoria scene highlighted Sweeney’s effort to reclaim her public persona, noting that she "exactly how Hollywood talks about her behind closed doors."

Sydney Sweeney as a giantess in Euphoria Season 3.
Sydney Sweeney as a giantess in 'Euphoria' Season 3.

"There's this feeling among some executives and creatives that she's become politically radioactive. Playing a literal giant woman terrorizing Hollywood was not subtle," the source concluded.

Inside Euphoria Season 3

Euphoria Season 3 officially premiered on April 12 on HBO Max and is currently streaming on the platform. Five episodes have been released so far, with the remaining three set to air every Sunday.