Sydney Sweeney Finds Trump's Reaction to Her Ad Unbelievable

Sydney Sweeney's stint in the American Eagle denim promotion attracted significant online discussion. Critics labeled the ad as a 'eugenics dog whistle,' which resulted in amplified exposure for the brand. President Trump himself weighed in on the matter, prompting Sweeney to describe this unexpected attention as 'surreal' in an interview with GQ.

Addressing the Controversy

Approximately four months following the uproar surrounding her American Eagle campaign, Sweeney, widely recognized for her roles in 'Euphoria' and 'Anyone But You,' finally spoke about the backlash. She appeared unfazed by the reactions to the 'great genes' advertisement, which had sparked discussions regarding its racial undertones.

'I just did a jeans advertisement,' Sweeney stated. 'The response was quite unexpected, but I genuinely love wearing jeans. Practically every day, you’ll find me in jeans and a T-shirt.'

Rising Popularity and Trump's Remark

The controversial ad not only resulted in a marked increase in American Eagle's stock prices but also drew comments from Vice President JD Vance and President Trump. On Truth Social, Trump remarked, 'The jeans are selling incredibly fast. Go get 'em, Sydney!'

Sweeney described hearing Trump's comment as 'unreal,' expressing her surprise at the level of attention from such high-profile figures.

Focus on Her Career

Despite the tumultuous discussions, Sweeney admitted she didn’t focus much on the controversy at the time. Her busy schedule filming the upcoming season of 'Euphoria' kept her engaged, leading her to disconnect from her phone and social media during long working hours. 'I was filming daily, often for 16 hours straight, so my phone wasn't a priority,' she explained.

In her latest endeavor, Sweeney stars as boxer Christy Martin in the movie 'Christy,' which hits theaters soon.