Sydney Sweeney recently found herself at the center of another controversy, this time related to a limited-edition soap produced by Dr. Squatch, which is infused with her bathwater. In a recent interview with The Wall Street Journal, the actress addressed the criticism she received for the unusual marketing tactic, attributing much of the backlash to women.
Sweeney, known for her role in the hit series Euphoria, remarked, “It’s important to have a finger on the pulse of what people are saying, because everything is a conversation with the audience.” She noted that the criticism was primarily from women, stating, “It was mainly the girls making comments about it, which I thought was really interesting. They all loved the idea of Jacob Elordi’s bathwater.”
Despite Sweeney’s defense, many users on social media platform X expressed their disappointment with her comments. A post by Pop Base sparked a wave of reactions, with one user stating, “This is incredibly stupid. She actually thinks ‘the girls’ are just being unreasonably jealous of her as if she wasn’t setting feminism back hundreds of years.” Another user echoed similar sentiments, saying, “She set us women back 100 years and should be ashamed.”
Critics have also questioned Sweeney’s contributions to the entertainment industry, with one commenter stating, “What does Sydney Sweeney do outside of having good jeans and selling soap? I’m not throwing shade; I’ve genuinely only heard of her through advertising controversies.”
As the criticisms mount, it appears that Sweeney’s recent controversies, including the American Eagle jeans advertisement, have not waned in public interest. The actress’s name continues to circulate in the media, suggesting that her current narrative may persist for some time.
Sydney Sweeney’s marketing choices have sparked intense debate, reflecting broader discussions about celebrity culture and the implications of unconventional promotional strategies. While she attempts to clarify her position and engage with critics, the reaction from fans indicates a significant divide in public perception.
