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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sydney Sweeney Sure Knows How To Make An Ad Splash. There's Conflicting Evidence About The Impact ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>There’s no question that when Sydney Sweeney releases an ad campaign, it gets people talking. Whether it's selling <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/internet-advertising-sydney-sweeney-selling-products-from-bathtub-and-has-my-attention"><u>soap infused with her bathwater</u></a>, starring in an ad for American Eagle that led to serious backlash, or becoming an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-savvy-business-deal-novig-ad-wear-footballs"><u>equity partner in Novig</u></a> and doing an ad where she wore nothing but footballs, she knows how to make a viral moment. However, while these instances burn big and bright for a moment, do they actually turn into long-term sales? Let's talk about it.</p><h2 id="is-working-with-sydney-sweeney-leading-to-sales-for-american-eagle">Is Working With Sydney Sweeney Leading To Sales For American Eagle?</h2><p>When Sweeney’s first campaign with American Eagle launched, it was met with an intense amount of discourse. While it <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeneys-brother-joking-good-jeans-post-ae-internet"><u>faced serious backlash</u></a>, as some thought the campaign was promoting eugenics based on how it used the word “jeans” like “genes,” it did bring in 790,000 new customers in six weeks, and in Q3 of 2025, sales grew 1% according to <a href="https://www.adweek.com/brand-marketing/the-sydney-sweeney-effect-can-fade-fast-for-brands-data-suggests/"><u>Adweek</u></a>. It also reportedly <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-jeans-ad-controversial-made-money-american-eagle"><u>added about $400 million</u></a> in market value and upped web traffic by 100%. </p><p>Then, after both Sweeney and Travis Kelce’s AE campaigns launched, there was a growth in sales around the holiday, as American Eagle Outfitters reported “record holiday-quarter sales of $1.8 billion.” </p><p>While Sweeney’s first campaign with American Eagle was a very big deal and did make an impact, the second did not lead to the same kind of gains. In this new report, it’s stated that in Q1 of 2026, AE’s sales fell 2% (even though total comps rose to 8% due to a 25% jump from the brand Aeire). In reference to that, Jay Schottenstein, the CEO of AEO, said that the overall results were mixed. </p><p>Michael Gunther, Consumer Edge’s SVP of Research and Market Intelligence, explained that when it comes to American Eagle’s second campaign with Sweeney, there’s “little evidence of a sustained improvement comparable to the original campaign’s holiday performance.” </p><h2 id="let-s-talk-about-sydney-sweeney-and-dr-squatch">Let’s Talk About Sydney Sweeney And Dr. Squatch</h2><p>Overall, it would seem that Sweeney’s campaigns do generate sales. However, once the shock of her ads wears off, sales dwindle. For example, when her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-turned-her-bathwater-into-soap-100-percent-explained-why"><u>Dr. Squatch ad about her bathwater</u></a> came out, it “drove a 20% week-over-week jump in revenue,” according to the brand’s then-VP of Global Marketing, John Ludeke. However, in the months after that, Consumer Edge’s card data showed that Dr. Squatch’s slice of this market went down by 25 basis points. </p><p>It was also reported that while the brand sees double-digit growth in its future, it has seen a slowdown in bar soap sales. Dr. Squatch’s CEO, Josh Friedman, did make it clear, however, that Sweeney’s ad campaign was also successful because it ultimately helped the brand launch a body wash line. </p><h2 id="what-s-going-on-with-novig">What’s Going On With Novig?</h2><p>As for the actress’ latest ad campaign with <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/more-evidence-sydney-sweeney-ad-backlash-win-novig-2026"><u>Novig, which did cause backlash</u></a>, it’s had some notable early wins. Novig has raised funding at a $2 billion valuation, which is up from the $500 million it was at earlier this year. Along with that, first-time despitores went up over 281% in the weeks after Sweeney’s ad premiered. So, things are looking up for this partnership; the question is, can it be sustained?</p><p>The data seems to say her work provides sales in the short term. The long term is a bit of a different situation. However, if there’s one thing that’s certain, it’s that getting Sydney Sweeney in an ad is sure to generate a big conversation. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Riley Utley ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kXTLd8ja6TbGctTZCbdkce-320-70.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Riley Utley is the Weekend Editor at CinemaBlend. She has written for national publications as well as daily and alt-weekly newspapers in Spokane, Washington, Syracuse, New York and Charleston, South Carolina. She graduated with her master’s degree in arts journalism and communications from the Newhouse School at Syracuse University. Since joining the CB team she has covered numerous TV shows and movies -- including her personal favorite shows &lt;em&gt;Ted Lasso &lt;/em&gt;and &lt;em&gt;The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel&lt;/em&gt;. She also has followed and consistently written about everything from Taylor Swift to &lt;em&gt;Fire Country&lt;/em&gt;, and she&#039;s enjoyed every second of it.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Riley’s range in likes is random and wide, from Marvel to musicals and from&lt;em&gt; Game of Thrones&lt;/em&gt; to the latest Netflix rom-com you can catch her watching just about anything. Her favorite movies include but are not limited to &lt;em&gt;When Harry Met Sally, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-verse, Finding Nemo&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;The Grand Budapest Hotel&lt;/em&gt;. She loves going to the movie theater, consuming copious amounts of popcorn and logging whatever she saw on Letterboxd immediately afterward. She constantly walks around quoting &lt;em&gt;Ted Lasso, SNL&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;Parks and Rec&lt;/em&gt;. She has been known to create the occasional PowerPoint explaining the MCU to those who don’t get it. In the non-media realm, Riley is a massive college basketball fan. She is a firm believer that the Gonzaga men’s basketball team is the best team of all time, and she is patiently waiting for the day they finally win a national championship. She grew up in Washington and loves skiing, coffee and making sure that people know she is from the state, not D.C.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Anything Taylor Swift or Andrew Garfield does, finally seeing strong female representation in the MCU and eventually seeing Jonathan Bailey sing his heart out in &lt;em&gt;Wicked&lt;/em&gt;.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>There’s no question that when Sydney Sweeney releases an ad campaign, it gets people talking. Whether it's selling <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/internet-advertising-sydney-sweeney-selling-products-from-bathtub-and-has-my-attention"><u>soap infused with her bathwater</u></a>, starring in an ad for American Eagle that led to serious backlash, or becoming an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-savvy-business-deal-novig-ad-wear-footballs"><u>equity partner in Novig</u></a> and doing an ad where she wore nothing but footballs, she knows how to make a viral moment. However, while these instances burn big and bright for a moment, do they actually turn into long-term sales? Let's talk about it.</p><h2 id="is-working-with-sydney-sweeney-leading-to-sales-for-american-eagle">Is Working With Sydney Sweeney Leading To Sales For American Eagle?</h2><p>When Sweeney’s first campaign with American Eagle launched, it was met with an intense amount of discourse. While it <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeneys-brother-joking-good-jeans-post-ae-internet"><u>faced serious backlash</u></a>, as some thought the campaign was promoting eugenics based on how it used the word “jeans” like “genes,” it did bring in 790,000 new customers in six weeks, and in Q3 of 2025, sales grew 1% according to <a href="https://www.adweek.com/brand-marketing/the-sydney-sweeney-effect-can-fade-fast-for-brands-data-suggests/"><u>Adweek</u></a>. It also reportedly <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-jeans-ad-controversial-made-money-american-eagle"><u>added about $400 million</u></a> in market value and upped web traffic by 100%. </p><p>Then, after both Sweeney and Travis Kelce’s AE campaigns launched, there was a growth in sales around the holiday, as American Eagle Outfitters reported “record holiday-quarter sales of $1.8 billion.” </p><p>While Sweeney’s first campaign with American Eagle was a very big deal and did make an impact, the second did not lead to the same kind of gains. In this new report, it’s stated that in Q1 of 2026, AE’s sales fell 2% (even though total comps rose to 8% due to a 25% jump from the brand Aeire). In reference to that, Jay Schottenstein, the CEO of AEO, said that the overall results were mixed. </p><p>Michael Gunther, Consumer Edge’s SVP of Research and Market Intelligence, explained that when it comes to American Eagle’s second campaign with Sweeney, there’s “little evidence of a sustained improvement comparable to the original campaign’s holiday performance.” </p><h2 id="let-s-talk-about-sydney-sweeney-and-dr-squatch">Let’s Talk About Sydney Sweeney And Dr. Squatch</h2><p>Overall, it would seem that Sweeney’s campaigns do generate sales. However, once the shock of her ads wears off, sales dwindle. For example, when her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-turned-her-bathwater-into-soap-100-percent-explained-why"><u>Dr. Squatch ad about her bathwater</u></a> came out, it “drove a 20% week-over-week jump in revenue,” according to the brand’s then-VP of Global Marketing, John Ludeke. However, in the months after that, Consumer Edge’s card data showed that Dr. Squatch’s slice of this market went down by 25 basis points. </p><p>It was also reported that while the brand sees double-digit growth in its future, it has seen a slowdown in bar soap sales. Dr. Squatch’s CEO, Josh Friedman, did make it clear, however, that Sweeney’s ad campaign was also successful because it ultimately helped the brand launch a body wash line. </p><h2 id="what-s-going-on-with-novig">What’s Going On With Novig?</h2><p>As for the actress’ latest ad campaign with <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/more-evidence-sydney-sweeney-ad-backlash-win-novig-2026"><u>Novig, which did cause backlash</u></a>, it’s had some notable early wins. Novig has raised funding at a $2 billion valuation, which is up from the $500 million it was at earlier this year. Along with that, first-time despitores went up over 281% in the weeks after Sweeney’s ad premiered. So, things are looking up for this partnership; the question is, can it be sustained?</p><p>The data seems to say her work provides sales in the short term. The long term is a bit of a different situation. However, if there’s one thing that’s certain, it’s that getting Sydney Sweeney in an ad is sure to generate a big conversation. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Haters Gonna Hate Hate Hate On Sydney Sweeney's Lingerie Brand, But There's A Twist ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>Sydney Sweeney has gone into business in a big way, thanks to her lingerie brand, SYRN, and she's been making a lot of headlines because of it. Right off the bat, a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-bra-stunt-hollywood-sign-could-have-legal-ramifications">wild bra stunt on the Hollywood sign</a> proved controversial. However, the first line <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-bra-stunt-hollywood-sign-could-have-legal-ramifications">sold out in a matter of hours</a>, So, how’s it really doing? In a new twist, a report claims the haters aren’t actually prevailing over SYRN. </p><p>Over the years, Sweeney has been the center of a ton of backlash for business-related moves. That includes <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-turned-her-bathwater-into-soap-100-percent-explained-why">selling her “bathwater” as soap</a>, taking part in the viral <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-jeans-ad-controversial-made-money-american-eagle">“good jeans” campaign for American Eagle ad</a> and most recently, for wearing nothing but footballs <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads">for her viral campaign with Novig</a>. We can’t speak to how those ads are driving sales, but allegedly her work on her lingerie brand is really paying off. </p><p>This news comes months after reports of <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-lingerie-brand-sold-out-early-report-claims-disaster-since">SYRN supposedly becoming a "disaster" after its launch</a>, that said her "saleability is waning rapidly". But, a new report from <a href="https://pagesix.com/2026/10/28/style/sydney-sweeneys-lingerie-brand-is-doing-better-than-ever-despite-haters/">Page Six</a>, says something different. SYRN’s third quarter sales were reportedly double of the previous one. If this info is to be believed, the lingerie brand’s huge uptick in sales seems to be thanks to Sydney Sweeney’s Birthday Boobs collection, which launched on September 1. The big seller was her Blue Ditsy bra and panty set, which initially sold out on the first day it was launched. </p><p>Apparently, the ad for the bra and panty set was viewed by over 40 million people on Instagram alone! On paper, that's quite a marketing feat. Also, Sweeney’s Birthday Boobs collection, which is currently <a href="https://syrn.com/collections/birthday">back on the website</a>, reportedly generated over $2 million in sales. </p><p>While speaking about her brand, Sweeney previously said she made SYRN with the idea that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/what-sydney-sweeney-wants-people-know-new-syrn-fashion-line">everyone’s bodies are “different”</a>, and should be served accordingly as far as lingerie goes. Sweeney’s campaigns, including those form SYRN, have received hate for catering to the “male gaze” over women, but the numbers suggest the ads seem to be leading to sales. </p><p>The A-lister herself has consistently propped up her brand, with social media serving as a prime forum for her to do so. From using socials to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-downtime-filming-syrn-model-scooter-braun-summer-2026">model her lingerie</a> and to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-brand-opened-festival-saloon-featured-lingerie-hanging-from-ceiling-lots-karaoke">show off a SYRN-themed saloon</a>, Sweeney hasn't held back with these marketing plugs. Check out one of her past posts from her Instagram stories below:</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1145px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:174.67%;"><img id="EQuZFDK5GJF8ATtS2wkFmL" name="sweeney ig story post" alt="Sydney Sweeney poses in lingerie from her SYRN brand in an Instagram story post." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EQuZFDK5GJF8ATtS2wkFmL-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1145" height="2000" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Instagram)</span></figcaption></figure><p>I also looked on a <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/LingerieAddiction/comments/1uvv50n/who_is_buying_syrn/">Reddit</a> thread revolving around the quality of SYRN itself, and there seem to be quite a few positive comments on the pieces themselves. One person says they find them to be “the most flattering, prettiest, and best fitting” even against higher end brand pieces they own. Another person says the brand’s lace is “soft” and has “lasted in the wash”. Not everyone is satisfied, though, as one user says the “fit is awkward” and “scratchy and thin”. </p><p>SYRN is allegedly on track to have had an increase of 20 percent from October sales. That trend could continue to go upward considering Sweeney just launched her holiday shop with a viral ad <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-kevin-mccallister-home-alone-lingerie-ad-syrn-holiday-collection">where she channels <em>Home Alone</em>’s Kevin McAllister</a>. And, ahead of that, her company dropped an ad that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-becomes-cindy-lou-who-holiday-lingerie-ad">showed her channeling Cindy Lou Who</a>. The new collection hasn’t quite done the Instagram viewing stats of her best-selling collection, but it certainly features a ton of seductive pieces, both on the lingerie front and for those looking for more cozy vibes, such as cable knit sweater sets, as holiday gifts. </p><p>With these recent updates in mind, Sydney Sweeney’s marketing style is apparently working. It'll be intriguing to see if SYRN continues to thrive into next year and become a beloved lingerie brand or not.</p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sarah El-Mahmoud ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eDWWFRifXaAj9sBqqk4J59-320-70.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Sarah El-Mahmoud has been with CinemaBlend since 2018, starting as a freelancer shortly after graduating from Cal State Fullerton with a degree in Journalism. In college, she was the Managing Editor of the award-winning college paper, The Daily Titan where she specialized in writing/editing long-form features, profiles and arts &amp;amp; entertainment coverage, including her first run-in with movie reporting, with a phone interview with Guillermo del Toro for Best Picture winner, The Shape of Water.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Sarah is CinemaBlend&#039;s resident YA enthusiast, often bringing her lifetime love of books and the stories behind their often contentious adaptations to the site. Deeply into when music and movies intersect, from knowing the hype musical tracks of Mamma Mia!, beautiful scores of Michael Giacchino and yes, the absolute banger Twilight soundtrack way too well. She is also passionate about highlighting and interviewing voices within the industry to help open the door for Hollywood to better represent the world through movies and television. Horror, she really loves horror movies. The world of animation as well... OK don&#039;t make her pick one genre.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: The continued resurgence of horror and musicals. The next Hunger Games movie, Mike Flanagan&#039;s upcoming shows, the Wicked movies and the final Spider-Verse animated film.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Sydney Sweeney has gone into business in a big way, thanks to her lingerie brand, SYRN, and she's been making a lot of headlines because of it. Right off the bat, a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-bra-stunt-hollywood-sign-could-have-legal-ramifications">wild bra stunt on the Hollywood sign</a> proved controversial. However, the first line <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-bra-stunt-hollywood-sign-could-have-legal-ramifications">sold out in a matter of hours</a>, So, how’s it really doing? In a new twist, a report claims the haters aren’t actually prevailing over SYRN. </p><p>Over the years, Sweeney has been the center of a ton of backlash for business-related moves. That includes <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-turned-her-bathwater-into-soap-100-percent-explained-why">selling her “bathwater” as soap</a>, taking part in the viral <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-jeans-ad-controversial-made-money-american-eagle">“good jeans” campaign for American Eagle ad</a> and most recently, for wearing nothing but footballs <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads">for her viral campaign with Novig</a>. We can’t speak to how those ads are driving sales, but allegedly her work on her lingerie brand is really paying off. </p><p>This news comes months after reports of <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-lingerie-brand-sold-out-early-report-claims-disaster-since">SYRN supposedly becoming a "disaster" after its launch</a>, that said her "saleability is waning rapidly". But, a new report from <a href="https://pagesix.com/2026/10/28/style/sydney-sweeneys-lingerie-brand-is-doing-better-than-ever-despite-haters/">Page Six</a>, says something different. SYRN’s third quarter sales were reportedly double of the previous one. If this info is to be believed, the lingerie brand’s huge uptick in sales seems to be thanks to Sydney Sweeney’s Birthday Boobs collection, which launched on September 1. The big seller was her Blue Ditsy bra and panty set, which initially sold out on the first day it was launched. </p><p>Apparently, the ad for the bra and panty set was viewed by over 40 million people on Instagram alone! On paper, that's quite a marketing feat. Also, Sweeney’s Birthday Boobs collection, which is currently <a href="https://syrn.com/collections/birthday">back on the website</a>, reportedly generated over $2 million in sales. </p><p>While speaking about her brand, Sweeney previously said she made SYRN with the idea that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/what-sydney-sweeney-wants-people-know-new-syrn-fashion-line">everyone’s bodies are “different”</a>, and should be served accordingly as far as lingerie goes. Sweeney’s campaigns, including those form SYRN, have received hate for catering to the “male gaze” over women, but the numbers suggest the ads seem to be leading to sales. </p><p>The A-lister herself has consistently propped up her brand, with social media serving as a prime forum for her to do so. From using socials to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-downtime-filming-syrn-model-scooter-braun-summer-2026">model her lingerie</a> and to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-brand-opened-festival-saloon-featured-lingerie-hanging-from-ceiling-lots-karaoke">show off a SYRN-themed saloon</a>, Sweeney hasn't held back with these marketing plugs. Check out one of her past posts from her Instagram stories below:</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1145px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:174.67%;"><img id="EQuZFDK5GJF8ATtS2wkFmL" name="sweeney ig story post" alt="Sydney Sweeney poses in lingerie from her SYRN brand in an Instagram story post." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EQuZFDK5GJF8ATtS2wkFmL-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1145" height="2000" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Instagram)</span></figcaption></figure><p>I also looked on a <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/LingerieAddiction/comments/1uvv50n/who_is_buying_syrn/">Reddit</a> thread revolving around the quality of SYRN itself, and there seem to be quite a few positive comments on the pieces themselves. One person says they find them to be “the most flattering, prettiest, and best fitting” even against higher end brand pieces they own. Another person says the brand’s lace is “soft” and has “lasted in the wash”. Not everyone is satisfied, though, as one user says the “fit is awkward” and “scratchy and thin”. </p><p>SYRN is allegedly on track to have had an increase of 20 percent from October sales. That trend could continue to go upward considering Sweeney just launched her holiday shop with a viral ad <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-kevin-mccallister-home-alone-lingerie-ad-syrn-holiday-collection">where she channels <em>Home Alone</em>’s Kevin McAllister</a>. And, ahead of that, her company dropped an ad that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-becomes-cindy-lou-who-holiday-lingerie-ad">showed her channeling Cindy Lou Who</a>. The new collection hasn’t quite done the Instagram viewing stats of her best-selling collection, but it certainly features a ton of seductive pieces, both on the lingerie front and for those looking for more cozy vibes, such as cable knit sweater sets, as holiday gifts. </p><p>With these recent updates in mind, Sydney Sweeney’s marketing style is apparently working. It'll be intriguing to see if SYRN continues to thrive into next year and become a beloved lingerie brand or not.</p>
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                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>It’s the time of year again when we see who’s putting their Christmas decorations up the day after Halloween and who’s letting Thanksgiving happen first. Meanwhile, Sydney Sweeney’s the kind of gal who’s got us thinking about the holidays while the spooky season is still in full swing. But hey, there are few better ways to get us in the mood than a little ode to one of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/best-christmas-movies-all-time">best Christmas movies</a>, <em>Home Alone</em>. I just didn’t think I’d ever see the family favorite cross over with the world of <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/celebrity-fashion">celebrity fashion</a> and a lingerie ad. </p><p>Sydney Sweeney launched her lingerie brand SYRN early this year, which <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-viral-lingerie-line-sold-out-faster-than-she-guessed">quickly sold out of panties and bras</a>. Now, she’s just launched her holiday collection, and she’s completely channelling Kevin McCallister. Check out the new ad: </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DfAIJ6ugstR/" target="_blank">A post shared by SYRN by Sydney Sweeney (@syrn)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>This is so fun, and unlikely to cause <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/pro-athlete-model-charley-hull-defended-sydney-sweeney--backlash-novig-ad">the kind of backlash her last big campaign</a> got. Sweeney’s brand new SYRN ad starts with her looking into the mirror just like Kevin did after putting aftershave right on her face. Though, as you’d expect from a lingerie ad, she's showing off a gorgeous bra paired with a cable knit cardigan set while looking at her reflection. Honestly, she crushed this <em>Home Alone</em> tribute. Just look at the original moment here: </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="jW7mK6w3dvpuoxy2a9NZEV" name="home alone" alt="Kevin screaming while looking in a mirror in Home Alone" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jW7mK6w3dvpuoxy2a9NZEV-1920-80.png" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: 20th Century Fox )</span></figcaption></figure><p>The famous scream isn’t the only reference to <em>Home Alone</em> in the ad. Sydney going for a huge plate of ice cream while watching TV is totally giving Kevin McCallister, too. Plus, when she’s looking out the window, it’s definitely a play on that scene where Kevin tricks his home invaders by making it look like it's full of people. Funny enough, this ad comes about a year after <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/kevin-mcallister-back-baby-macaulay-culkin-revives-home-alone-character-christmas-campaign">Macaulay Culkin revived Kevin McCallister</a> for his own Christmas campaign.</p><p>The commercial cleverly introduces the celebrity’s holiday collection that’s called “Hibernation Nation,” and I love how cozy it looks. The new line has some super flattering bralettes and thongs, as you might expect from SYRN, but the collection is actually predominantly cable-knit cardigans and short sets in colors like navy blue, red and "sugar cookie". The ad is perfect because it makes me want to buy a set and sit at home in front of the TV with some holiday snacks. </p><p>While Kevin’s perils in <em>Home Alone</em> were a conflict for him, I would happily be stuck at home for a few days. And that very much seems to be Sweeney’s intention with her new line. She also previously <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-becomes-cindy-lou-who-holiday-lingerie-ad">dressed up as Cindy Lou Who from <em>The Grinch</em></a> to tease the line for the first time last week. But now this <em>Home Alone </em>nod comes as Hibernation Nation is officially online. </p><p>Another nice touch is that the line includes cable knit dog sweaters, too! Imagine matching with your best friend while being comfy at home together? Sweeney really made this one with the girls in mind, and I’m adding to my Christmas wishlist stat. </p><p>We’ll be curious about what’s in store for Sweeney’s holiday season, especially after <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/where-sydney-sweeney-scooter-braun-stand-after-engagement-rumors">those recent engagement rumors</a>. However, one thing that is clear is that she has the perfect outfits to really harness the immaculate, comfy vibes of the season. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sarah El-Mahmoud ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eDWWFRifXaAj9sBqqk4J59-320-70.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Sarah El-Mahmoud has been with CinemaBlend since 2018, starting as a freelancer shortly after graduating from Cal State Fullerton with a degree in Journalism. In college, she was the Managing Editor of the award-winning college paper, The Daily Titan where she specialized in writing/editing long-form features, profiles and arts &amp;amp; entertainment coverage, including her first run-in with movie reporting, with a phone interview with Guillermo del Toro for Best Picture winner, The Shape of Water.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: The continued resurgence of horror and musicals. The next Hunger Games movie, Mike Flanagan&#039;s upcoming shows, the Wicked movies and the final Spider-Verse animated film.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>It’s the time of year again when we see who’s putting their Christmas decorations up the day after Halloween and who’s letting Thanksgiving happen first. Meanwhile, Sydney Sweeney’s the kind of gal who’s got us thinking about the holidays while the spooky season is still in full swing. But hey, there are few better ways to get us in the mood than a little ode to one of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/best-christmas-movies-all-time">best Christmas movies</a>, <em>Home Alone</em>. I just didn’t think I’d ever see the family favorite cross over with the world of <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/celebrity-fashion">celebrity fashion</a> and a lingerie ad. </p><p>Sydney Sweeney launched her lingerie brand SYRN early this year, which <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-viral-lingerie-line-sold-out-faster-than-she-guessed">quickly sold out of panties and bras</a>. Now, she’s just launched her holiday collection, and she’s completely channelling Kevin McCallister. Check out the new ad: </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DfAIJ6ugstR/" target="_blank">A post shared by SYRN by Sydney Sweeney (@syrn)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>This is so fun, and unlikely to cause <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/pro-athlete-model-charley-hull-defended-sydney-sweeney--backlash-novig-ad">the kind of backlash her last big campaign</a> got. Sweeney’s brand new SYRN ad starts with her looking into the mirror just like Kevin did after putting aftershave right on her face. Though, as you’d expect from a lingerie ad, she's showing off a gorgeous bra paired with a cable knit cardigan set while looking at her reflection. Honestly, she crushed this <em>Home Alone</em> tribute. Just look at the original moment here: </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="jW7mK6w3dvpuoxy2a9NZEV" name="home alone" alt="Kevin screaming while looking in a mirror in Home Alone" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jW7mK6w3dvpuoxy2a9NZEV-1920-80.png" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: 20th Century Fox )</span></figcaption></figure><p>The famous scream isn’t the only reference to <em>Home Alone</em> in the ad. Sydney going for a huge plate of ice cream while watching TV is totally giving Kevin McCallister, too. Plus, when she’s looking out the window, it’s definitely a play on that scene where Kevin tricks his home invaders by making it look like it's full of people. Funny enough, this ad comes about a year after <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/kevin-mcallister-back-baby-macaulay-culkin-revives-home-alone-character-christmas-campaign">Macaulay Culkin revived Kevin McCallister</a> for his own Christmas campaign.</p><p>The commercial cleverly introduces the celebrity’s holiday collection that’s called “Hibernation Nation,” and I love how cozy it looks. The new line has some super flattering bralettes and thongs, as you might expect from SYRN, but the collection is actually predominantly cable-knit cardigans and short sets in colors like navy blue, red and "sugar cookie". The ad is perfect because it makes me want to buy a set and sit at home in front of the TV with some holiday snacks. </p><p>While Kevin’s perils in <em>Home Alone</em> were a conflict for him, I would happily be stuck at home for a few days. And that very much seems to be Sweeney’s intention with her new line. She also previously <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-becomes-cindy-lou-who-holiday-lingerie-ad">dressed up as Cindy Lou Who from <em>The Grinch</em></a> to tease the line for the first time last week. But now this <em>Home Alone </em>nod comes as Hibernation Nation is officially online. </p><p>Another nice touch is that the line includes cable knit dog sweaters, too! Imagine matching with your best friend while being comfy at home together? Sweeney really made this one with the girls in mind, and I’m adding to my Christmas wishlist stat. </p><p>We’ll be curious about what’s in store for Sweeney’s holiday season, especially after <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/where-sydney-sweeney-scooter-braun-stand-after-engagement-rumors">those recent engagement rumors</a>. However, one thing that is clear is that she has the perfect outfits to really harness the immaculate, comfy vibes of the season. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ After Engagement Rumors, Where Do Sydney Sweeney And Scooter Braun Stand? ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>When it comes to famous couples, Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun still seem to be sparking interest while in the public eye. The pair have been dating since 2025 and, in that time, they’ve rarely discussed each other. Yet, as they two continue to participate in <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-scooter-braun-proving-extravagant-date-night-boat-new-york">fun-looking date nights</a> and even <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/subtle-way-sydney-sweeney-chain-nods-relationship-with-scooter-braun">nod to each other in subtle ways</a>, insiders claim their romance is relatively solid. There have also been engagement rumors that have not been confirmed but, in the meantime, there are claims about how Braun and Sweeney are doing. </p><p>Considering the proverbial wall of privacy that typically surrounds Sweeney (29) and Braun (45), it’s difficult to pinpoint exactly what’s going on with the two at a given time. However, that hasn’t stopped sources from making allegations about what’s going on with them. Just recently, an insider spoke to <a href="https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/sydney-sweeney-and-scooter-braun-talk-about-getting-engaged/">Us Weekly</a> about the theoretical prospect of the pair getting engaged sometime in the near future. If this person is to be believed, that’s not going to happen just yet: </p><div><blockquote><p>They aren't engaged yet but have talked about it. They both want to get married and are very serious. Scooter is open to having more kids and Sydney would love to be a mom, but wants to wait a few more years. They have talked about starting a family and are serious about their future together.</p></blockquote></div><p>Braun shares three children with ex-wife Yael Cohen, who he was married to from 2014 to 2022. The <em>Anyone But You</em> star’s relationship with her new beau’s kids has also been a topic of speculation since they began dating. Per the source, that dynamic with the kids is proving to be quite strong amid Sweeney and Braun’s romance:</p><div><blockquote><p>Sydney loves Scooter’s kids, and they have really bonded and spent a lot of time over the summer. She didn’t think this was going to be a long-term relationship at first. But they are the real deal.</p></blockquote></div><p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-relationship-scooter-braun-reportedly-date-back-to-jeff-bezos-wedding">Braun and Sweeney’s relationship allegedly dates back</a> to Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’ wedding, which took place in Italy back in June 2025. It was there that the pair supposedly became acquainted and, in the months that followed, they were <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-scooter-braun-spotted-relaxing-together-florida-whats-going-on-behind-scenes">spotted hanging out in Florida</a> and in other locales despite rumors that Sweeney wasn’t looking for love. For Sweeney, the relationship came about months after it was reported that she’d <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/rumors-about-sydney-sweeney-ending-engagement-before-scooter-braun">split from then-fiancé Jonathan Davino</a>. </p><p>The two have since gone Instagram official and, during an interview this past May, Scooter <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/scooter-braun-opened-up-about-girlfriend-sydney-sweeney-euphoria">Braun opened up about Sydney Sweeney</a> (without mentioning her by name). At the time, he specifically said that he’d “met an extraordinary woman, kind and generous and smart, and real and down to earth — and one of the biggest surprises ever.” Reports suggest that Sweeney is also infatuated with Braun and that she may even been <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-having-nobody-wants-this-moment-not-kristen-bell">nearing her own <em>Nobody Wants This</em> moment</a> if she converts to Judaism (Braun’s religion) upon marrying him: </p><div><blockquote><p>She’s always been fascinated, but once she met Scooter, she wanted to get more into the religion and convert.</p></blockquote></div><p>All of that remains to be seen at this point, of course. It’s honestly hard not to wonder if Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun will end up tying the knot, considering how close they seem to be. Nevertheless, for now, the public can only go by the rare comments and social media posts as concrete evidence that Braun and Sweeney are still enjoying each other.</p> ]]></dc:content>
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                            <![CDATA[ Are these two lovebirds taking the big step? ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Erik Swann ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rXkznL7DwWNoGfjx998J3Q-320-70.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik Swann is a Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. He began working with the publication in 2020 when he was hired as Weekend Editor. Today, he continues to write, edit and handle social media responsibilities over the weekend. On weekdays, he also writes TV and movie-related news and helps out with editing and social media as needed. He graduated from the University of Maryland, where he received a degree in Broadcast Journalism. After shifting into multi-platform journalism, he started working as a freelance writer and editor before joining CB. During his time with the site, he&#039;s been able to cover some excellent TV shows and films and interview some wonderful stars.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik is a superhero fan, and his love for comic books began after he first watched Batman: The Animated Series as a child. He also enjoys comedies, action/adventure flicks, dramas and science fiction. He has a love for sports as well, particularly professional basketball. Though he&#039;s a Maryland/Washington D.C. native, he roots for the Boston Celtics. Some of his all-time favorite TV shows are BTAS, Breaking Bad, Sanford and Son, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Better Call Saul and Atlanta. And when it comes to movies, Beverly Hills Cop, A Raisin in the Sun, Toy Story, Iron Man, Star Wars, and Wall Street are among his favorites. He also enjoys a good pizza (preferably with pepperoni and mushrooms) while he&#039;s watching entertaining films and TV series.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, Reservation Dogs Season 3, Ahsoka, Loki Season 2, Invincible Season 2, Next Goal Wins and Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>When it comes to famous couples, Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun still seem to be sparking interest while in the public eye. The pair have been dating since 2025 and, in that time, they’ve rarely discussed each other. Yet, as they two continue to participate in <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-scooter-braun-proving-extravagant-date-night-boat-new-york">fun-looking date nights</a> and even <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/subtle-way-sydney-sweeney-chain-nods-relationship-with-scooter-braun">nod to each other in subtle ways</a>, insiders claim their romance is relatively solid. There have also been engagement rumors that have not been confirmed but, in the meantime, there are claims about how Braun and Sweeney are doing. </p><p>Considering the proverbial wall of privacy that typically surrounds Sweeney (29) and Braun (45), it’s difficult to pinpoint exactly what’s going on with the two at a given time. However, that hasn’t stopped sources from making allegations about what’s going on with them. Just recently, an insider spoke to <a href="https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/sydney-sweeney-and-scooter-braun-talk-about-getting-engaged/">Us Weekly</a> about the theoretical prospect of the pair getting engaged sometime in the near future. If this person is to be believed, that’s not going to happen just yet: </p><div><blockquote><p>They aren't engaged yet but have talked about it. They both want to get married and are very serious. Scooter is open to having more kids and Sydney would love to be a mom, but wants to wait a few more years. They have talked about starting a family and are serious about their future together.</p></blockquote></div><p>Braun shares three children with ex-wife Yael Cohen, who he was married to from 2014 to 2022. The <em>Anyone But You</em> star’s relationship with her new beau’s kids has also been a topic of speculation since they began dating. Per the source, that dynamic with the kids is proving to be quite strong amid Sweeney and Braun’s romance:</p><div><blockquote><p>Sydney loves Scooter’s kids, and they have really bonded and spent a lot of time over the summer. She didn’t think this was going to be a long-term relationship at first. But they are the real deal.</p></blockquote></div><p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-relationship-scooter-braun-reportedly-date-back-to-jeff-bezos-wedding">Braun and Sweeney’s relationship allegedly dates back</a> to Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’ wedding, which took place in Italy back in June 2025. It was there that the pair supposedly became acquainted and, in the months that followed, they were <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-scooter-braun-spotted-relaxing-together-florida-whats-going-on-behind-scenes">spotted hanging out in Florida</a> and in other locales despite rumors that Sweeney wasn’t looking for love. For Sweeney, the relationship came about months after it was reported that she’d <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/rumors-about-sydney-sweeney-ending-engagement-before-scooter-braun">split from then-fiancé Jonathan Davino</a>. </p><p>The two have since gone Instagram official and, during an interview this past May, Scooter <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/scooter-braun-opened-up-about-girlfriend-sydney-sweeney-euphoria">Braun opened up about Sydney Sweeney</a> (without mentioning her by name). At the time, he specifically said that he’d “met an extraordinary woman, kind and generous and smart, and real and down to earth — and one of the biggest surprises ever.” Reports suggest that Sweeney is also infatuated with Braun and that she may even been <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-having-nobody-wants-this-moment-not-kristen-bell">nearing her own <em>Nobody Wants This</em> moment</a> if she converts to Judaism (Braun’s religion) upon marrying him: </p><div><blockquote><p>She’s always been fascinated, but once she met Scooter, she wanted to get more into the religion and convert.</p></blockquote></div><p>All of that remains to be seen at this point, of course. It’s honestly hard not to wonder if Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun will end up tying the knot, considering how close they seem to be. Nevertheless, for now, the public can only go by the rare comments and social media posts as concrete evidence that Braun and Sweeney are still enjoying each other.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ One Pro Athlete (And Model) Just Defended Sydney Sweeney After Backlash To Her Racy Gambling Ad ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>Sydney Sweeney broke the Internet a few weeks ago when she <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads"><u>wore nothing but sports equipmen</u></a>t (like footballs, hockey pads, and even soccer cleats) for a viral advertising partnership with betting ad Novig. The racy video has gotten 3 million views at the time of this writing and is so popular that Novig put an ad in front of their ad on YouTube. You can’t make this stuff up. But not everyone was so intrigued about Sweeney’s viral moment. A slew of female athletes spoke out against the "just sports" bent. Now, Pro Golfer Charley Hull would like to take a moment to defend the actress. </p><div><blockquote><p>My opinion on the Sydney Sweeney advert, people are generally getting pissed off over an actress/model, modeling in an advert. That is quite literally her job. Like, not everything needs a… psychological breakdown or a public inquiry.</p></blockquote></div><p>Athletes like Olympic swimmer Ariarne Titmus, sprinter Amy Hunt and gymnast Gracie Kramer, among others, found reasons to speak negatively about Ms. Sweeney’s ad. Titmus even called it “a massive step backward” on her Instagram Stories, but Hull feels differently, namely noting the <em>Euphoria</em> star was never claiming to be an athlete or to speak for women in sports. She told <a href="https://heavy.com/sports/golf/sydney-sweeney-news-charley-hull-instagram-onvitational/"><u>Heavy</u></a>:</p><div><blockquote><p>Sometimes a pretty woman is just a pretty woman in an advert. Like, the world will keep spinning. And I think she owns part of that company as well. And she wasn't saying she's an athlete. … It's crazy.</p></blockquote></div><p>Hull mentioned the Novig ad was a business decision from the actress, which squares with the company confirming it was Sweeney who came to them with the partnership. It worked, too; the viral video has <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/more-evidence-sydney-sweeney-ad-backlash-win-novig-2026">led to Novig becoming a household name</a> and earning a higher valuation. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="ttEqrAuRQ5L6WS7R5gsGWU" name="hull" alt="Charley Hull interviews in golf fashion and a hat ahead of the Masters." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ttEqrAuRQ5L6WS7R5gsGWU-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: The Masters)</span></figcaption></figure><h2 id="hull-doesn-39-t-feel-the-blowback-has-been-fair">Hull Doesn't Feel The Blowback Has Been Fair</h2><p>Hull also called out some of the athletes who felt comfortable taking shots at Sydney Sweeney, noting they are frequently <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DcnUkhDjTIH/?hl=en&amp;img_index=1"><u>seen in bikinis on their own social media</u></a>. She’s not mad about the bikinis or anything, but she says if Sweeney can’t wear sports equipment as a non-athlete, she thinks it’s a little hypocritical for non-actresses and models to be complaining then posting their own glam photos online, as if they are models and actresses themselves. </p><div><blockquote><p>If you look at half of them women that are complaining about it, you go on their Instagram pages, they're posting in bikinis and stuff. If they've got that opinion about Sydney Sweeney, surely they shouldn't be on their Instagram posting in a bikini because they're not an actress/model.</p></blockquote></div><p>The comment is similar to how Sweeney herself seemingly feels after she defended her position by posting shots of many famous sports stars posing for the ESPN Body Issue sans clothing in recent years.  Meanwhile, Hull herself recently garnered attention for diving into the realm of bikini pics herself. She’s going to be in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue this year.</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DezIdaxDb2x/" target="_blank">A post shared by Charley Hull (@charley.hull)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>Outside of modeling for the famous edition of the magazine, Hull has done tidily, just as Sweeney has, accumulating a reported $12.8 million in golf prize money and sponsorship deals during her career so far. I wouldn't be surprised if both boss ladies saw a little bit of themselves in each other.</p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                <p>Sydney Sweeney broke the Internet a few weeks ago when she <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads"><u>wore nothing but sports equipmen</u></a>t (like footballs, hockey pads, and even soccer cleats) for a viral advertising partnership with betting ad Novig. The racy video has gotten 3 million views at the time of this writing and is so popular that Novig put an ad in front of their ad on YouTube. You can’t make this stuff up. But not everyone was so intrigued about Sweeney’s viral moment. A slew of female athletes spoke out against the "just sports" bent. Now, Pro Golfer Charley Hull would like to take a moment to defend the actress. </p><div><blockquote><p>My opinion on the Sydney Sweeney advert, people are generally getting pissed off over an actress/model, modeling in an advert. That is quite literally her job. Like, not everything needs a… psychological breakdown or a public inquiry.</p></blockquote></div><p>Athletes like Olympic swimmer Ariarne Titmus, sprinter Amy Hunt and gymnast Gracie Kramer, among others, found reasons to speak negatively about Ms. Sweeney’s ad. Titmus even called it “a massive step backward” on her Instagram Stories, but Hull feels differently, namely noting the <em>Euphoria</em> star was never claiming to be an athlete or to speak for women in sports. She told <a href="https://heavy.com/sports/golf/sydney-sweeney-news-charley-hull-instagram-onvitational/"><u>Heavy</u></a>:</p><div><blockquote><p>Sometimes a pretty woman is just a pretty woman in an advert. Like, the world will keep spinning. And I think she owns part of that company as well. And she wasn't saying she's an athlete. … It's crazy.</p></blockquote></div><p>Hull mentioned the Novig ad was a business decision from the actress, which squares with the company confirming it was Sweeney who came to them with the partnership. It worked, too; the viral video has <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/more-evidence-sydney-sweeney-ad-backlash-win-novig-2026">led to Novig becoming a household name</a> and earning a higher valuation. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="ttEqrAuRQ5L6WS7R5gsGWU" name="hull" alt="Charley Hull interviews in golf fashion and a hat ahead of the Masters." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ttEqrAuRQ5L6WS7R5gsGWU-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: The Masters)</span></figcaption></figure><h2 id="hull-doesn-39-t-feel-the-blowback-has-been-fair">Hull Doesn't Feel The Blowback Has Been Fair</h2><p>Hull also called out some of the athletes who felt comfortable taking shots at Sydney Sweeney, noting they are frequently <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DcnUkhDjTIH/?hl=en&amp;img_index=1"><u>seen in bikinis on their own social media</u></a>. She’s not mad about the bikinis or anything, but she says if Sweeney can’t wear sports equipment as a non-athlete, she thinks it’s a little hypocritical for non-actresses and models to be complaining then posting their own glam photos online, as if they are models and actresses themselves. </p><div><blockquote><p>If you look at half of them women that are complaining about it, you go on their Instagram pages, they're posting in bikinis and stuff. If they've got that opinion about Sydney Sweeney, surely they shouldn't be on their Instagram posting in a bikini because they're not an actress/model.</p></blockquote></div><p>The comment is similar to how Sweeney herself seemingly feels after she defended her position by posting shots of many famous sports stars posing for the ESPN Body Issue sans clothing in recent years.  Meanwhile, Hull herself recently garnered attention for diving into the realm of bikini pics herself. She’s going to be in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue this year.</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DezIdaxDb2x/" target="_blank">A post shared by Charley Hull (@charley.hull)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>Outside of modeling for the famous edition of the magazine, Hull has done tidily, just as Sweeney has, accumulating a reported $12.8 million in golf prize money and sponsorship deals during her career so far. I wouldn't be surprised if both boss ladies saw a little bit of themselves in each other.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sydney Sweeney Just Fantasy Cast Herself As Cindy Lou Who For Unexpected Holiday Lingerie Ad ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>Twas the night before Christmas… well, we actually have more than a few nights left before December 25, but Sydney Sweeney is already getting into the holiday spirit. Sweeney has been ramping things up lately when it comes to ads, as evidenced by her viral Novig sports ad, which sees her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads">wear nothing but footballs</a>. We've <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-underwear-campaign-goes-even-more-viral-do-what-makes-you-naked-video">seen her advertise her Syrn lingerie line</a> in the past, but this time she went with a surprising yuletide motif that saw her transform into none other than the classic Dr. Seuss character Cindy Lou Who. </p><p>Sweeney’s latest ad begins with the actress sitting at home and watching a vintage TV. From there, the video shows her watching footage of herself as Cindy Lou from <em>How the Grinch Stole Christmas</em>. There are several shots of Sweeney in character as Whoville’s holiday hero. One of them sees her wearing a striped outfit and shawl while carrying presents. Take a look. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="q8thCd5DQ3evsS94vDy4Cd" name="sydney sweeney plays cindy lou who" alt="Sydney Sweeney portrays Cindy Lou Who from How the Grinch Stole Christmas in a new ad for her SYRN brand." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/q8thCd5DQ3evsS94vDy4Cd-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: SYRN)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Another scene from the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/celebrity-fashion">celebrity fashion </a>ad sees the <em>Euphoria</em> alum stringing lights as Cindy Lou (<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/how-the-grinch-stole-christmas-cindy-lou-who-actress-making-peace-with-role-years-after-insults">played by Taylor Momsen in the 2000 film</a>) and, at one point, she looks around nervously. That may or may not be the character looking around in case a certain green curmudgeon comes around looking to steal her presents and decorations. Take a look: </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="Zsuf6hjcWFifQuWwrEmpxc" name="sydney sweeney as cindy lou" alt="Sydney Sweeney portrays Cindy Lou Who from How the Grinch Stole Christmas in a new ad for her SYRN brand." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Zsuf6hjcWFifQuWwrEmpxc-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: SYRN)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Cindy Lou isn’t the only character to be honored in this ad, either. There’s also a segment that sees Sweeney channeling the beloved Jack Skellington of <em>The Nightmare Before Christmas</em>. In doing so, she even replicates a moment from the 1993 film that sees Jack gazing at Christmas lights. That aside, other segments show Sweeney sporting two other sets of lingerie, with the latter of the two giving major Snow Queen vibes. </p><div class="youtube-video" data-nosnippet ><div class="video-aspect-box"><iframe data-lazy-priority="high" data-lazy-src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/BaNrgkvRmn8" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div></div><p>Sweeney's ads have been very notable over the last year.  I was personally surprised when I saw that the <em>Housemaid</em> star decided to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-turned-her-bathwater-into-soap-100-percent-explained-why">sell soap infused with her bathwater</a>. And that's not even getting into AE and other ad controversies that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-jeans-ad-controversial-made-money-american-eagle">made a lot of money</a>. It’s hard to deny that she’s drummed up business and publicity from certain marketing tactics, but some of them have  drawn backlash. </p><div  class="fancy-box"><div class="fancy_box-title">More on Sydney Sweeney</div><div class="fancy_box_body"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' ><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="7jmuEFcUqEFap4MHHk3TUd" name="Sweeney" caption="" alt="Sydney Sweeney smiling into the camera wearing a white football jersey in Novig ad" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7jmuEFcUqEFap4MHHk3TUd-1920-80.jpg" mos="" link="" align="" fullscreen="" width="" height="" attribution="" endorsement="" class="pinterest-pin-exclude" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=""><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Novig)</span></figcaption></figure><p class="fancy-box__body-text"><a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/more-evidence-sydney-sweeney-ad-backlash-win-novig-2026">More Evidence Sydney Sweeney (Probably) Doesn't Care About That 'Just Sports' Ad Backlash</a></p></div></div><p>Back in 2025, Sweeney found herself on the receiving end of backlash due to her collaboration with American Eagle. The “Good Jeans” promotional campaign evoked claims of eugenics and more. In the time since then, though, Sweeney has seemingly moved on and apparently even gotten to the point where she can even <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-nods-at-infamous-american-eagle-ad-cheeky-new-campaign">nod at the brouhaha</a>. </p><p>Recent weeks have seen some parties express disdain over Sweeney’s Novig ad. According to reports, the star approached the brand in an effort to form an equity partnership of sorts. Said deal eventually resulted in shrewd business discussions, including <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/one-underwear-related-request-sydney-sweeney-had-before-she-signed-viral-betting-ad">an underwear-related request</a><u>.</u> The <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-savvy-business-deal-novig-ad-wear-footballs">deal proved to be fruitful for Sweeney</a>, though some female athletes argued that the ad was objectifying and signified a setback for female representation in the professional sports realm.</p><p>It’s hard to say how this latest Sydney Sweeney-centric ad will be received by the general public in the long run. For right now, though, fans in the comments of the YouTube video seem to love it. I’m not sure if Sweeney is coming for Mariah Carey’s unofficial Queen of Christmas title but, at the very least, she already has a head start on the holidays, thanks to this commercial. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Erik Swann ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rXkznL7DwWNoGfjx998J3Q-320-70.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik Swann is a Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. He began working with the publication in 2020 when he was hired as Weekend Editor. Today, he continues to write, edit and handle social media responsibilities over the weekend. On weekdays, he also writes TV and movie-related news and helps out with editing and social media as needed. He graduated from the University of Maryland, where he received a degree in Broadcast Journalism. After shifting into multi-platform journalism, he started working as a freelance writer and editor before joining CB. During his time with the site, he&#039;s been able to cover some excellent TV shows and films and interview some wonderful stars.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik is a superhero fan, and his love for comic books began after he first watched Batman: The Animated Series as a child. He also enjoys comedies, action/adventure flicks, dramas and science fiction. He has a love for sports as well, particularly professional basketball. Though he&#039;s a Maryland/Washington D.C. native, he roots for the Boston Celtics. Some of his all-time favorite TV shows are BTAS, Breaking Bad, Sanford and Son, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Better Call Saul and Atlanta. And when it comes to movies, Beverly Hills Cop, A Raisin in the Sun, Toy Story, Iron Man, Star Wars, and Wall Street are among his favorites. He also enjoys a good pizza (preferably with pepperoni and mushrooms) while he&#039;s watching entertaining films and TV series.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>Twas the night before Christmas… well, we actually have more than a few nights left before December 25, but Sydney Sweeney is already getting into the holiday spirit. Sweeney has been ramping things up lately when it comes to ads, as evidenced by her viral Novig sports ad, which sees her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads">wear nothing but footballs</a>. We've <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-underwear-campaign-goes-even-more-viral-do-what-makes-you-naked-video">seen her advertise her Syrn lingerie line</a> in the past, but this time she went with a surprising yuletide motif that saw her transform into none other than the classic Dr. Seuss character Cindy Lou Who. </p><p>Sweeney’s latest ad begins with the actress sitting at home and watching a vintage TV. From there, the video shows her watching footage of herself as Cindy Lou from <em>How the Grinch Stole Christmas</em>. There are several shots of Sweeney in character as Whoville’s holiday hero. One of them sees her wearing a striped outfit and shawl while carrying presents. Take a look. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="q8thCd5DQ3evsS94vDy4Cd" name="sydney sweeney plays cindy lou who" alt="Sydney Sweeney portrays Cindy Lou Who from How the Grinch Stole Christmas in a new ad for her SYRN brand." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/q8thCd5DQ3evsS94vDy4Cd-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: SYRN)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Another scene from the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/celebrity-fashion">celebrity fashion </a>ad sees the <em>Euphoria</em> alum stringing lights as Cindy Lou (<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/how-the-grinch-stole-christmas-cindy-lou-who-actress-making-peace-with-role-years-after-insults">played by Taylor Momsen in the 2000 film</a>) and, at one point, she looks around nervously. That may or may not be the character looking around in case a certain green curmudgeon comes around looking to steal her presents and decorations. Take a look: </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="Zsuf6hjcWFifQuWwrEmpxc" name="sydney sweeney as cindy lou" alt="Sydney Sweeney portrays Cindy Lou Who from How the Grinch Stole Christmas in a new ad for her SYRN brand." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Zsuf6hjcWFifQuWwrEmpxc-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: SYRN)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Cindy Lou isn’t the only character to be honored in this ad, either. There’s also a segment that sees Sweeney channeling the beloved Jack Skellington of <em>The Nightmare Before Christmas</em>. In doing so, she even replicates a moment from the 1993 film that sees Jack gazing at Christmas lights. That aside, other segments show Sweeney sporting two other sets of lingerie, with the latter of the two giving major Snow Queen vibes. </p><div class="youtube-video" data-nosnippet ><div class="video-aspect-box"><iframe data-lazy-priority="high" data-lazy-src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/BaNrgkvRmn8" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div></div><p>Sweeney's ads have been very notable over the last year.  I was personally surprised when I saw that the <em>Housemaid</em> star decided to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-turned-her-bathwater-into-soap-100-percent-explained-why">sell soap infused with her bathwater</a>. And that's not even getting into AE and other ad controversies that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-jeans-ad-controversial-made-money-american-eagle">made a lot of money</a>. It’s hard to deny that she’s drummed up business and publicity from certain marketing tactics, but some of them have  drawn backlash. </p><div  class="fancy-box"><div class="fancy_box-title">More on Sydney Sweeney</div><div class="fancy_box_body"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' ><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="7jmuEFcUqEFap4MHHk3TUd" name="Sweeney" caption="" alt="Sydney Sweeney smiling into the camera wearing a white football jersey in Novig ad" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7jmuEFcUqEFap4MHHk3TUd-1920-80.jpg" mos="" link="" align="" fullscreen="" width="" height="" attribution="" endorsement="" class="pinterest-pin-exclude" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=""><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Novig)</span></figcaption></figure><p class="fancy-box__body-text"><a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/more-evidence-sydney-sweeney-ad-backlash-win-novig-2026">More Evidence Sydney Sweeney (Probably) Doesn't Care About That 'Just Sports' Ad Backlash</a></p></div></div><p>Back in 2025, Sweeney found herself on the receiving end of backlash due to her collaboration with American Eagle. The “Good Jeans” promotional campaign evoked claims of eugenics and more. In the time since then, though, Sweeney has seemingly moved on and apparently even gotten to the point where she can even <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-nods-at-infamous-american-eagle-ad-cheeky-new-campaign">nod at the brouhaha</a>. </p><p>Recent weeks have seen some parties express disdain over Sweeney’s Novig ad. According to reports, the star approached the brand in an effort to form an equity partnership of sorts. Said deal eventually resulted in shrewd business discussions, including <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/one-underwear-related-request-sydney-sweeney-had-before-she-signed-viral-betting-ad">an underwear-related request</a><u>.</u> The <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-savvy-business-deal-novig-ad-wear-footballs">deal proved to be fruitful for Sweeney</a>, though some female athletes argued that the ad was objectifying and signified a setback for female representation in the professional sports realm.</p><p>It’s hard to say how this latest Sydney Sweeney-centric ad will be received by the general public in the long run. For right now, though, fans in the comments of the YouTube video seem to love it. I’m not sure if Sweeney is coming for Mariah Carey’s unofficial Queen of Christmas title but, at the very least, she already has a head start on the holidays, thanks to this commercial. </p>
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                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>There’s no doubt Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun are involved in a jet-setting romance. Beyond the general fact they’ve been spending a lot of time together – he even traveled to Australia to visit her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-returned-australia-whereanyone-but-you-shot-sequel-gundam-netflix">while she was filming <em>Gundam</em></a> this summer – the two honestly have gone on some really epic dates. Like I'm talking dates most of us can only dream about. </p><p>There was the time the two <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-scooter-brauns-sweet-date-night-tom-cruise-mission-impossible-gundam"><u>went full Tom Cruise and walked on the outside of an airplane</u></a> on a date, just for fun. There was the time they <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sydney-sweeneys-australia-gundam-filming-scooter-braun-bikinis-picnic-titanic"><u>recreated the very cringe scene from </u><u><em>Anyone But You</em></u><u> </u></a>in which they recreated Rose and Jack’s <em>Titanic</em> moment whilst doing all kinds of fun activities Down Under. Most recently, Sweeney shared a <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DePQfXOx0Gf/"><u>look at the two water skiing in Utah</u></a>, and the landscape was so gorgeous, it didn't quite feel real to me. These are all things normal people are not typically doing on dates. </p><p>I’m not trying to imply they are weirdos for going on these over-the-top dates, but it’s clear the actress and the music producer have resources that are outside of most of our wildest dreams. (Her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-not-even-30-net-worth-incredible">net worth is allegedly like $40 million</a>, after all.) </p><p>The latest evidence? This week, Braun took Sweeney out on a boat outside of the city of New York, where they snacked and watched <em>How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days</em>. OK, maybe this one is a bit more achievable, but you definitely still need some cash. She captioned her post “hopeless romantic.” </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1124px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:177.94%;"><img id="42BW55XUNZNiF3RzeYvA4K" name="IMG_3225" alt="New York skyline and date night with Matthew McConaughey movie on the video screen." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/42BW55XUNZNiF3RzeYvA4K-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1124" height="2000" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Sydney Sweeney)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Sweeney also shared a separate shot of the NYC skyline, just in case this date already didn’t look swoon-worthy enough. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1151px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:173.76%;"><img id="U7RbMw6oUkv3WG4JKrvL2R" name="sydney sweeney date night" alt="A date night screenshot of the NYC skyline from Sydney Sweeney's date night." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/U7RbMw6oUkv3WG4JKrvL2R-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1151" height="2000" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Sydney Sweeney)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Listen, a lot of people quietly go on adorable dates and don’t share them with the whole world, but if you’re renting a boat and doing this hugely romantic gesture, I don’t really blame the celebrity couple for wanting to share the moment. The date looked beautiful. It was a sweet idea I think most women would be excited about. Sweeney clearly cared enough about her night to post about it, and it probably took her all of two seconds out of the movie date to put together a post.  </p><p>Sydney Sweeney’s going to have some press for <em>Gundam</em> and then <em>The Housemaid’s Secret</em> (<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/the-housemaid-2-just-added-kirsten-dunst"><u>with Kirsten Dunst</u></a>) coming up, and we’ll see how her beau Scooter Braun factors into those events. Some time will pass before then, and if the trajectory remains the same, they’ll continue to have more than what <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/insider-claimed-sydney-sweeney-scooter-brauns-fling-serious-couple"><u>they originally thought would be a “fling” going on</u></a>.</p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background:&lt;/strong&gt; Jessica Rawden is Managing Editor at CinemaBlend. She’s been kicking out news stories at CinemaBlend since 2007 and joined the full-time staff in 2014. She oversees news content, hiring and training for the site, and her areas of expertise include theme parks, rom-coms, Hallmark (particularly Christmas movie season), reality TV, celebrity interviews and primetime. She loves a good animated movie.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She’s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: A former soccer player and recent tennis addict, Jessica also enjoys running, both of the distance and sprint variety. When not at the movie theater or in a theme park, her other free time is spent in book clubs, hiking, drinking wine, binge-watching, keeping tabs on celebrity fashion and riding rollercoasters. Has a serious Hallmark habit and an even bigger record-buying habit. Will bake for compliments.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>There’s no doubt Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun are involved in a jet-setting romance. Beyond the general fact they’ve been spending a lot of time together – he even traveled to Australia to visit her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-returned-australia-whereanyone-but-you-shot-sequel-gundam-netflix">while she was filming <em>Gundam</em></a> this summer – the two honestly have gone on some really epic dates. Like I'm talking dates most of us can only dream about. </p><p>There was the time the two <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-scooter-brauns-sweet-date-night-tom-cruise-mission-impossible-gundam"><u>went full Tom Cruise and walked on the outside of an airplane</u></a> on a date, just for fun. There was the time they <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sydney-sweeneys-australia-gundam-filming-scooter-braun-bikinis-picnic-titanic"><u>recreated the very cringe scene from </u><u><em>Anyone But You</em></u><u> </u></a>in which they recreated Rose and Jack’s <em>Titanic</em> moment whilst doing all kinds of fun activities Down Under. Most recently, Sweeney shared a <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DePQfXOx0Gf/"><u>look at the two water skiing in Utah</u></a>, and the landscape was so gorgeous, it didn't quite feel real to me. These are all things normal people are not typically doing on dates. </p><p>I’m not trying to imply they are weirdos for going on these over-the-top dates, but it’s clear the actress and the music producer have resources that are outside of most of our wildest dreams. (Her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-not-even-30-net-worth-incredible">net worth is allegedly like $40 million</a>, after all.) </p><p>The latest evidence? This week, Braun took Sweeney out on a boat outside of the city of New York, where they snacked and watched <em>How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days</em>. OK, maybe this one is a bit more achievable, but you definitely still need some cash. She captioned her post “hopeless romantic.” </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1124px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:177.94%;"><img id="42BW55XUNZNiF3RzeYvA4K" name="IMG_3225" alt="New York skyline and date night with Matthew McConaughey movie on the video screen." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/42BW55XUNZNiF3RzeYvA4K-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1124" height="2000" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Sydney Sweeney)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Sweeney also shared a separate shot of the NYC skyline, just in case this date already didn’t look swoon-worthy enough. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1151px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:173.76%;"><img id="U7RbMw6oUkv3WG4JKrvL2R" name="sydney sweeney date night" alt="A date night screenshot of the NYC skyline from Sydney Sweeney's date night." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/U7RbMw6oUkv3WG4JKrvL2R-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1151" height="2000" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Sydney Sweeney)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Listen, a lot of people quietly go on adorable dates and don’t share them with the whole world, but if you’re renting a boat and doing this hugely romantic gesture, I don’t really blame the celebrity couple for wanting to share the moment. The date looked beautiful. It was a sweet idea I think most women would be excited about. Sweeney clearly cared enough about her night to post about it, and it probably took her all of two seconds out of the movie date to put together a post.  </p><p>Sydney Sweeney’s going to have some press for <em>Gundam</em> and then <em>The Housemaid’s Secret</em> (<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/the-housemaid-2-just-added-kirsten-dunst"><u>with Kirsten Dunst</u></a>) coming up, and we’ll see how her beau Scooter Braun factors into those events. Some time will pass before then, and if the trajectory remains the same, they’ll continue to have more than what <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/insider-claimed-sydney-sweeney-scooter-brauns-fling-serious-couple"><u>they originally thought would be a “fling” going on</u></a>.</p>
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                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>Sydney Sweeney has become a bonafide celebrity in recent years between her buzzy roles in <em>Euphoria</em> and <em>The Housemaid</em> or <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-jeans-ad-controversial-made-money-american-eagle">her controversial campaigns</a> – most recently with <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads">her “Just Sports” ad</a>. So, of course, she must get recognized in public all the time. However, she was recently able to enjoy a day out-and-about at California’s busiest pier with one accessory: a brunette wig! </p><p>Remember <em>Hannah Montana</em>? I used to think how wild of a concept it was for someone to fool people simply by wearing a wig. Well, Sydney Sweeney just proved she would have completely walked past me unrecognized with the same idea. Check out her latest Instagram post: </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Deep9JhkYwE/" target="_blank">A post shared by Sydney Sweeney (@sydney_sweeney)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>Yeah, this is genius. Between the brunette wig and those big sunglasses, it’s no surprise to me that Sweeney skipped around the Santa Monica Pier without being noticed. The actress credits “bestie” Jayde Emory Hafner for showing up with a wig and prompting the fun-filled adventure. </p><p>Even though Sydney Sweeney looks completely different with brown hair, she can absolutely rock it. I’m obsessed with the amount of photos she and Jayde casually took at the SoCal landmark in their disguises. The people there were completely oblivious to the fact that later they'd go to her nearly 26 million followers! </p><p>The pair looks like they absolutely made the most of the incognito trip, too. They went on rides, checked out the arcade, got chicken tenders and fries, did photo booth pics and had their portrait done. I love their fully touristy Santa Monica T-shirts, and I wouldn't be surprised if they bought those while on the pier, too. Honestly, this is an iconic friend date, and it makes me want to go out with my own BFF with wigs even though I don’t have to worry about people coming up to me to talk out <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-embrace-controversial-fashion-trend-low-rise-jeans-opinion-ae">my controversial fashion thoughts</a> like Sydney does. </p><p>Sweeney’s wacky fun day out comes in the wake of her viral “Just Sports” ad campaign with the betting exchange company Novig. Numerous famous female athletes have been publicly critical of the ad that has Sweeney <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads">wearing nothing but footballs</a> for reducing women’s connection to sports to pure objectification. </p><p>Otherwise, as of late, Sweeney has been filming <em>The Housemaid’s Secret</em> with Kirsten Dunst, Paul Anthony Kelly and Brittany Snow. The thriller is already set to hit the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-2027-movies-new-release-dates-theaters-streaming">2027 movie schedule</a> on December 17. Additionally, Sweeney is getting ready to film a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-next-project-hollow-added-off-campus-star-belmont-cameli">new version of <em>Sleepy Hollow</em> with <em>Off Campus</em> star</a> Belmont Cameli in February of next year. </p><p>And, when it comes to the personal side of things, Sweeney's reportedly getting so serious with Scooter Braun that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-having-nobody-wants-this-moment-not-kristen-bell">she might pull a <em>Nobody Wants This</em> moment</a> and convert to Judaism. That's because they've allegedly discussed getting married and starting a family. Sweeney’s got a lot going on, and she’s one of the most talked about celebrities right now. So there’s nothing like blowing off some steam with a bestie carefree day, and she sure had one thanks to her very simple but effective brunette camouflage. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sarah El-Mahmoud ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eDWWFRifXaAj9sBqqk4J59-320-70.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Sarah El-Mahmoud has been with CinemaBlend since 2018, starting as a freelancer shortly after graduating from Cal State Fullerton with a degree in Journalism. In college, she was the Managing Editor of the award-winning college paper, The Daily Titan where she specialized in writing/editing long-form features, profiles and arts &amp;amp; entertainment coverage, including her first run-in with movie reporting, with a phone interview with Guillermo del Toro for Best Picture winner, The Shape of Water.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Sarah is CinemaBlend&#039;s resident YA enthusiast, often bringing her lifetime love of books and the stories behind their often contentious adaptations to the site. Deeply into when music and movies intersect, from knowing the hype musical tracks of Mamma Mia!, beautiful scores of Michael Giacchino and yes, the absolute banger Twilight soundtrack way too well. She is also passionate about highlighting and interviewing voices within the industry to help open the door for Hollywood to better represent the world through movies and television. Horror, she really loves horror movies. The world of animation as well... OK don&#039;t make her pick one genre.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: The continued resurgence of horror and musicals. The next Hunger Games movie, Mike Flanagan&#039;s upcoming shows, the Wicked movies and the final Spider-Verse animated film.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Sydney Sweeney has become a bonafide celebrity in recent years between her buzzy roles in <em>Euphoria</em> and <em>The Housemaid</em> or <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-jeans-ad-controversial-made-money-american-eagle">her controversial campaigns</a> – most recently with <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads">her “Just Sports” ad</a>. So, of course, she must get recognized in public all the time. However, she was recently able to enjoy a day out-and-about at California’s busiest pier with one accessory: a brunette wig! </p><p>Remember <em>Hannah Montana</em>? I used to think how wild of a concept it was for someone to fool people simply by wearing a wig. Well, Sydney Sweeney just proved she would have completely walked past me unrecognized with the same idea. Check out her latest Instagram post: </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Deep9JhkYwE/" target="_blank">A post shared by Sydney Sweeney (@sydney_sweeney)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>Yeah, this is genius. Between the brunette wig and those big sunglasses, it’s no surprise to me that Sweeney skipped around the Santa Monica Pier without being noticed. The actress credits “bestie” Jayde Emory Hafner for showing up with a wig and prompting the fun-filled adventure. </p><p>Even though Sydney Sweeney looks completely different with brown hair, she can absolutely rock it. I’m obsessed with the amount of photos she and Jayde casually took at the SoCal landmark in their disguises. The people there were completely oblivious to the fact that later they'd go to her nearly 26 million followers! </p><p>The pair looks like they absolutely made the most of the incognito trip, too. They went on rides, checked out the arcade, got chicken tenders and fries, did photo booth pics and had their portrait done. I love their fully touristy Santa Monica T-shirts, and I wouldn't be surprised if they bought those while on the pier, too. Honestly, this is an iconic friend date, and it makes me want to go out with my own BFF with wigs even though I don’t have to worry about people coming up to me to talk out <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-embrace-controversial-fashion-trend-low-rise-jeans-opinion-ae">my controversial fashion thoughts</a> like Sydney does. </p><p>Sweeney’s wacky fun day out comes in the wake of her viral “Just Sports” ad campaign with the betting exchange company Novig. Numerous famous female athletes have been publicly critical of the ad that has Sweeney <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads">wearing nothing but footballs</a> for reducing women’s connection to sports to pure objectification. </p><p>Otherwise, as of late, Sweeney has been filming <em>The Housemaid’s Secret</em> with Kirsten Dunst, Paul Anthony Kelly and Brittany Snow. The thriller is already set to hit the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-2027-movies-new-release-dates-theaters-streaming">2027 movie schedule</a> on December 17. Additionally, Sweeney is getting ready to film a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-next-project-hollow-added-off-campus-star-belmont-cameli">new version of <em>Sleepy Hollow</em> with <em>Off Campus</em> star</a> Belmont Cameli in February of next year. </p><p>And, when it comes to the personal side of things, Sweeney's reportedly getting so serious with Scooter Braun that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-having-nobody-wants-this-moment-not-kristen-bell">she might pull a <em>Nobody Wants This</em> moment</a> and convert to Judaism. That's because they've allegedly discussed getting married and starting a family. Sweeney’s got a lot going on, and she’s one of the most talked about celebrities right now. So there’s nothing like blowing off some steam with a bestie carefree day, and she sure had one thanks to her very simple but effective brunette camouflage. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sydney Sweeney Thinks It's High Time We All Embrace One Controversial Fashion Trend (But I Dunno) ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/KoIpraFP.html" id="KoIpraFP" title="Dakota Johnson Always Rocks Her Tan Lines On The Red Carpet, And It's So Refreshing" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><p>Sydney Sweeney has made a lot of money in general thanks to producing movies but also partnering with companies like Novig, yes, of <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads"><u>the viral “just sports” ad fame</u></a>. She also has an extremely solid partnership with denim company American Eagle, and despite <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-commented-backlash-over-great-jeans-ad"><u>some backlash to an early “great genes/jeans” campaign</u></a>, has put out some pretty fashion forward denim. Now though, she’s embracing a trend I just don’t think I can get behind. </p><p>Yes, I am talking low-rise jeans. Sweeney’s <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-jeans-ad-controversial-made-money-american-eagle"><u>still making money with AE</u></a>, and she’s been a giant proponent of them via her latest American Eagle collaboration, which gives fans everywhere the opportunity to try the trend in a bunch of different silhouettes. Sweeney called the new trend “exciting” in an interview with <a href="https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/sydney-sweeney-american-eagle"><u>Refinery 29</u></a>, and said we should all be ready to embrace the new look. </p><div><blockquote><p>Fashion always comes back around, but I think people are ready to have fun with denim again.</p></blockquote></div><p>Sydney Sweeney has been candid <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney--viral-fashion-choices-response"><u>she doesn’t care when the Internet calls her out</u></a> for her fashion choices, and she’s definitely standing by the low-rise, here. I mean she’s not wrong about the fashion being recycled part. I remember painfully pushing through the days low-rise was popular in the Noughties, and this isn’t exactly the first time I’ve seen low rise on the rise lately. </p><p>For example, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/mtv-video-music-awards-vmas-drop-waist-fashion-trend-taylor-swift-jojo-tyla-sombr"><u>the look was all OVER the VMAs</u></a> this year on celebrities from Taylor Swift to Charli XCX. The MTV event is known for being on the cutting edge of some more casual <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/celebrity-fashion">celebrity fashion</a> trends. Meanwhile, my pal’s teen daughter recently gave me a pair of awesome brand new high waisted jeans because she’s moved on to low-rise, so if you wondered where I'm at with this trend, I don't think I need to type much else. </p><p>Low-rise is certainly a fashion staple not everyone can pull off. Here’s a list of some of the types of people who low-rise denim isn't made for: </p><ul><li>Anyone who doesn’t have rock-hard abs</li><li>Anyone who doesn’t really have a butt to hold up the more relaxed waist low rise jeans (<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/katy-perrys-the-latest-bring-back-whale-tail-trend-heats-up"><u>what’s next whale tail?)</u></a></li><li>Anyone with a short torso</li><li>Anyone with short legs</li><li>Anyone who is relatively curvy</li></ul><p>So to be clear, I feel as if you really need to be thin, but still have a cushy derriere, and oh be at least average or above in height to pull this look off. I think it’s pretty clear from this post that I am a hater, and I am not alone. <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/elizabeth-banks-mad-one-noughties-trend-low-rise-jeans-gen-z-parker-posey-white-lotus"><u>Gen Xer Elizabeth Banks</u></a> has also shared a similar sentiment, but as Sweeney herself notes, it's apparently high time we get with the times. </p><p>However, I will say I’m not exactly always the earliest adopter, and from the way I’m seeing my friends’ kids dressing, I do think low-rise will be here to stay for a while. So kudos to 29-year-old Sydney Sweeney for being ahead of the bell curve. I’m only a little jealous about how well she pulls off the look. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jessica Rawden ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gNi5ipvqyWREFVbs7Ehzx9-320-70.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background:&lt;/strong&gt; Jessica Rawden is Managing Editor at CinemaBlend. She’s been kicking out news stories at CinemaBlend since 2007 and joined the full-time staff in 2014. She oversees news content, hiring and training for the site, and her areas of expertise include theme parks, rom-coms, Hallmark (particularly Christmas movie season), reality TV, celebrity interviews and primetime. She loves a good animated movie.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She’s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: A former soccer player and recent tennis addict, Jessica also enjoys running, both of the distance and sprint variety. When not at the movie theater or in a theme park, her other free time is spent in book clubs, hiking, drinking wine, binge-watching, keeping tabs on celebrity fashion and riding rollercoasters. Has a serious Hallmark habit and an even bigger record-buying habit. Will bake for compliments.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She’s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: &amp;nbsp;Hallmark Christmas movie season. Wearing socks to bed. &amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/KoIpraFP.html" id="KoIpraFP" title="Dakota Johnson Always Rocks Her Tan Lines On The Red Carpet, And It's So Refreshing" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><p>Sydney Sweeney has made a lot of money in general thanks to producing movies but also partnering with companies like Novig, yes, of <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads"><u>the viral “just sports” ad fame</u></a>. She also has an extremely solid partnership with denim company American Eagle, and despite <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-commented-backlash-over-great-jeans-ad"><u>some backlash to an early “great genes/jeans” campaign</u></a>, has put out some pretty fashion forward denim. Now though, she’s embracing a trend I just don’t think I can get behind. </p><p>Yes, I am talking low-rise jeans. Sweeney’s <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-jeans-ad-controversial-made-money-american-eagle"><u>still making money with AE</u></a>, and she’s been a giant proponent of them via her latest American Eagle collaboration, which gives fans everywhere the opportunity to try the trend in a bunch of different silhouettes. Sweeney called the new trend “exciting” in an interview with <a href="https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/sydney-sweeney-american-eagle"><u>Refinery 29</u></a>, and said we should all be ready to embrace the new look. </p><div><blockquote><p>Fashion always comes back around, but I think people are ready to have fun with denim again.</p></blockquote></div><p>Sydney Sweeney has been candid <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney--viral-fashion-choices-response"><u>she doesn’t care when the Internet calls her out</u></a> for her fashion choices, and she’s definitely standing by the low-rise, here. I mean she’s not wrong about the fashion being recycled part. I remember painfully pushing through the days low-rise was popular in the Noughties, and this isn’t exactly the first time I’ve seen low rise on the rise lately. </p><p>For example, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/mtv-video-music-awards-vmas-drop-waist-fashion-trend-taylor-swift-jojo-tyla-sombr"><u>the look was all OVER the VMAs</u></a> this year on celebrities from Taylor Swift to Charli XCX. The MTV event is known for being on the cutting edge of some more casual <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/celebrity-fashion">celebrity fashion</a> trends. Meanwhile, my pal’s teen daughter recently gave me a pair of awesome brand new high waisted jeans because she’s moved on to low-rise, so if you wondered where I'm at with this trend, I don't think I need to type much else. </p><p>Low-rise is certainly a fashion staple not everyone can pull off. Here’s a list of some of the types of people who low-rise denim isn't made for: </p><ul><li>Anyone who doesn’t have rock-hard abs</li><li>Anyone who doesn’t really have a butt to hold up the more relaxed waist low rise jeans (<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/katy-perrys-the-latest-bring-back-whale-tail-trend-heats-up"><u>what’s next whale tail?)</u></a></li><li>Anyone with a short torso</li><li>Anyone with short legs</li><li>Anyone who is relatively curvy</li></ul><p>So to be clear, I feel as if you really need to be thin, but still have a cushy derriere, and oh be at least average or above in height to pull this look off. I think it’s pretty clear from this post that I am a hater, and I am not alone. <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/elizabeth-banks-mad-one-noughties-trend-low-rise-jeans-gen-z-parker-posey-white-lotus"><u>Gen Xer Elizabeth Banks</u></a> has also shared a similar sentiment, but as Sweeney herself notes, it's apparently high time we get with the times. </p><p>However, I will say I’m not exactly always the earliest adopter, and from the way I’m seeing my friends’ kids dressing, I do think low-rise will be here to stay for a while. So kudos to 29-year-old Sydney Sweeney for being ahead of the bell curve. I’m only a little jealous about how well she pulls off the look. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Glen Powell Learned Hard Lessons After Anyone But You Fauxmance With Sydney Sweeney And Movie Flops ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>Glen Powell has been open about the hard work he had to put in to break big in Hollywood and what it felt like to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/glen-powell-had-much-better-fourth-of-july-this-year-than-did-year-tom-cruise-called-top-gun-maverick"><u>not land the part in </u><u><em>Top Gun: Maverick</em></u></a> that he initially wanted. Now, he’s a leading man, and he’s still learning. Most recently, he got real about the lessons he learned from the <em>Anyone But You</em> faux romance with Sydney Sweeney and movies he’s made that have flopped. </p><h2 id="glen-powell-reflected-on-his-anyone-but-you-faux-romance-with-sydney-sweeney">Glen Powell Reflected On His Anyone But You Faux Romance With Sydney Sweeney</h2><p>These days, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/glen-powell-michelle-randolph-relationship-reportedly-getting-more-serious-one-reason-shes-good-fit"><u>Glen Powell is dating Michelle Randolph,</u></a> and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/subtle-way-sydney-sweeney-chain-nods-relationship-with-scooter-braun"><u>Sydney Sweeney is with Scooter Braun</u></a>. However, around the time of <em>Anyone But You’s </em>release, there were rumors that there was something between Powell and Sweeney, and the faux romance and allegations were a massive topic of discussion. </p><p>Now, years have passed, and Powell is reflecting on it all. In an <a href="https://www.esquire.com/entertainment/movies/a73944797/glen-powell-interview-2026/"><u>Esquire </u></a>profile, it's stated that the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-rocked-barbiecore-pink-to-promote-her-new-rom-com-with-glen-powell-as-his-girlfriend-reportedly-unfollowed-her-on-social-media"><u>end of Powell’s relationship with Gigi Paris</u></a> was hard, and it got worse when rumors about his and Sweeney's relationship off-screen were used to get people talking about their movie. He admitted that they did <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/anyone-but-you-glen-powell-admitted-he-and-sydney-sweeney-leaned-into-affair-rumors"><u>“lean into” the rumors</u></a> “a bit.” However, after that, the actor worried he wouldn’t be able to settle, so he asked for his dad’s help. Here’s what Glen Powell Sr. told his son: </p><div><blockquote><p>When you’re in a relationship with somebody, that’s a whole different thing from a relationship with somebody on set. [My son has] been able to learn how to separate the roles that he’s playing.</p></blockquote></div><p>The <em>Hit Man</em> star’s dad went on to say that this issue is overcome by finding the right person, and well, now, his kid is with Randolph. Along with all that, the <em>Top Gun: Maverick</em> actor has made it clear that he won’t be doing something like what happened with <em>Anyone But You</em> again: </p><div><blockquote><p>I’ve moved on to a new chapter of my life. </p></blockquote></div><p>That new chapter features the <em>Landman </em>actress and a bunch of projects Glen Powell is working on. However, while he’s made his fair share of hits, he’s dealt with flops too, and he got real about those lessons as well. </p><h2 id="glen-powell-has-had-many-hits-but-he-recently-opened-up-about-the-flops">Glen Powell Has Had Many Hits, But He Recently Opened Up About The Flops</h2><p>While Glen Powell has cemented himself as a star thanks to movies like <em>Top Gun: Maverick</em> and <em>Twisters</em>, some of his other films have <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/box-office/rejoicify-wicked-for-good-smashes-records-weekend-box-office-bad-news-the-running-man"><u>flopped, like </u><u><em>The Running Man</em></u></a>. Edgar Wright’s movie was poised to be a big deal; however, it ended up making $69 million worldwide on a reported $110 million budget. Speaking about all this, and the behind-the-scenes drama going on at Paramount at the time, the actor explained: </p><div><blockquote><p>They let go of an entire marketing department a month before our movie came out in the middle of a merger. </p></blockquote></div><p>After that, Powell’s release at the top of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-movies-in-2026-new-movie-release-dates"><u>2026 movie schedule</u></a>, <em>How to Make a Killing</em>, didn’t really make a splash, and it’s sitting at 45% on Rotten Tomatoes. The actor says there were problems with the making of that film: </p><div><blockquote><p>There were a lot of issues with that. There just was not enough time to do it properly. I look back on that one as an example of going, You know what, there’s no rush.</p></blockquote></div><p>The story notes that there was a rush, though, because the actor is a very busy guy. So, what did he learn from all this? Well, his mom and sisters told him to “Set some boundaries. Protect your time.” So, that’s what the actor did, as he planned a break, got an assistant and “got selfish with both his time and his contact information.” </p><p>While going through situations like this is never easy, growing pains are necessary and lessons are good. It would seem Glen Powell is deciding to learn from all this as he moves forward and continues to show us why he’s one of Hollywood’s leading men. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Riley Utley ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kXTLd8ja6TbGctTZCbdkce-320-70.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Riley Utley is the Weekend Editor at CinemaBlend. She has written for national publications as well as daily and alt-weekly newspapers in Spokane, Washington, Syracuse, New York and Charleston, South Carolina. She graduated with her master’s degree in arts journalism and communications from the Newhouse School at Syracuse University. Since joining the CB team she has covered numerous TV shows and movies -- including her personal favorite shows &lt;em&gt;Ted Lasso &lt;/em&gt;and &lt;em&gt;The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel&lt;/em&gt;. She also has followed and consistently written about everything from Taylor Swift to &lt;em&gt;Fire Country&lt;/em&gt;, and she&#039;s enjoyed every second of it.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Riley’s range in likes is random and wide, from Marvel to musicals and from&lt;em&gt; Game of Thrones&lt;/em&gt; to the latest Netflix rom-com you can catch her watching just about anything. Her favorite movies include but are not limited to &lt;em&gt;When Harry Met Sally, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-verse, Finding Nemo&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;The Grand Budapest Hotel&lt;/em&gt;. She loves going to the movie theater, consuming copious amounts of popcorn and logging whatever she saw on Letterboxd immediately afterward. She constantly walks around quoting &lt;em&gt;Ted Lasso, SNL&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;Parks and Rec&lt;/em&gt;. She has been known to create the occasional PowerPoint explaining the MCU to those who don’t get it. In the non-media realm, Riley is a massive college basketball fan. She is a firm believer that the Gonzaga men’s basketball team is the best team of all time, and she is patiently waiting for the day they finally win a national championship. She grew up in Washington and loves skiing, coffee and making sure that people know she is from the state, not D.C.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Anything Taylor Swift or Andrew Garfield does, finally seeing strong female representation in the MCU and eventually seeing Jonathan Bailey sing his heart out in &lt;em&gt;Wicked&lt;/em&gt;.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Glen Powell has been open about the hard work he had to put in to break big in Hollywood and what it felt like to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/glen-powell-had-much-better-fourth-of-july-this-year-than-did-year-tom-cruise-called-top-gun-maverick"><u>not land the part in </u><u><em>Top Gun: Maverick</em></u></a> that he initially wanted. Now, he’s a leading man, and he’s still learning. Most recently, he got real about the lessons he learned from the <em>Anyone But You</em> faux romance with Sydney Sweeney and movies he’s made that have flopped. </p><h2 id="glen-powell-reflected-on-his-anyone-but-you-faux-romance-with-sydney-sweeney">Glen Powell Reflected On His Anyone But You Faux Romance With Sydney Sweeney</h2><p>These days, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/glen-powell-michelle-randolph-relationship-reportedly-getting-more-serious-one-reason-shes-good-fit"><u>Glen Powell is dating Michelle Randolph,</u></a> and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/subtle-way-sydney-sweeney-chain-nods-relationship-with-scooter-braun"><u>Sydney Sweeney is with Scooter Braun</u></a>. However, around the time of <em>Anyone But You’s </em>release, there were rumors that there was something between Powell and Sweeney, and the faux romance and allegations were a massive topic of discussion. </p><p>Now, years have passed, and Powell is reflecting on it all. In an <a href="https://www.esquire.com/entertainment/movies/a73944797/glen-powell-interview-2026/"><u>Esquire </u></a>profile, it's stated that the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-rocked-barbiecore-pink-to-promote-her-new-rom-com-with-glen-powell-as-his-girlfriend-reportedly-unfollowed-her-on-social-media"><u>end of Powell’s relationship with Gigi Paris</u></a> was hard, and it got worse when rumors about his and Sweeney's relationship off-screen were used to get people talking about their movie. He admitted that they did <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/anyone-but-you-glen-powell-admitted-he-and-sydney-sweeney-leaned-into-affair-rumors"><u>“lean into” the rumors</u></a> “a bit.” However, after that, the actor worried he wouldn’t be able to settle, so he asked for his dad’s help. Here’s what Glen Powell Sr. told his son: </p><div><blockquote><p>When you’re in a relationship with somebody, that’s a whole different thing from a relationship with somebody on set. [My son has] been able to learn how to separate the roles that he’s playing.</p></blockquote></div><p>The <em>Hit Man</em> star’s dad went on to say that this issue is overcome by finding the right person, and well, now, his kid is with Randolph. Along with all that, the <em>Top Gun: Maverick</em> actor has made it clear that he won’t be doing something like what happened with <em>Anyone But You</em> again: </p><div><blockquote><p>I’ve moved on to a new chapter of my life. </p></blockquote></div><p>That new chapter features the <em>Landman </em>actress and a bunch of projects Glen Powell is working on. However, while he’s made his fair share of hits, he’s dealt with flops too, and he got real about those lessons as well. </p><h2 id="glen-powell-has-had-many-hits-but-he-recently-opened-up-about-the-flops">Glen Powell Has Had Many Hits, But He Recently Opened Up About The Flops</h2><p>While Glen Powell has cemented himself as a star thanks to movies like <em>Top Gun: Maverick</em> and <em>Twisters</em>, some of his other films have <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/box-office/rejoicify-wicked-for-good-smashes-records-weekend-box-office-bad-news-the-running-man"><u>flopped, like </u><u><em>The Running Man</em></u></a>. Edgar Wright’s movie was poised to be a big deal; however, it ended up making $69 million worldwide on a reported $110 million budget. Speaking about all this, and the behind-the-scenes drama going on at Paramount at the time, the actor explained: </p><div><blockquote><p>They let go of an entire marketing department a month before our movie came out in the middle of a merger. </p></blockquote></div><p>After that, Powell’s release at the top of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-movies-in-2026-new-movie-release-dates"><u>2026 movie schedule</u></a>, <em>How to Make a Killing</em>, didn’t really make a splash, and it’s sitting at 45% on Rotten Tomatoes. The actor says there were problems with the making of that film: </p><div><blockquote><p>There were a lot of issues with that. There just was not enough time to do it properly. I look back on that one as an example of going, You know what, there’s no rush.</p></blockquote></div><p>The story notes that there was a rush, though, because the actor is a very busy guy. So, what did he learn from all this? Well, his mom and sisters told him to “Set some boundaries. Protect your time.” So, that’s what the actor did, as he planned a break, got an assistant and “got selfish with both his time and his contact information.” </p><p>While going through situations like this is never easy, growing pains are necessary and lessons are good. It would seem Glen Powell is deciding to learn from all this as he moves forward and continues to show us why he’s one of Hollywood’s leading men. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sydney Sweeney Is Having Her Own Nobody Wants This Moment (But Not Like Kristen Bell’s Character) ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>Well, the last couple I expected to compare Sydney Sweeney and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/subtle-way-sydney-sweeney-chain-nods-relationship-with-scooter-braun"><u>her boyfriend Scooter Braun</u></a> to were Noah and Joanne from <em>Nobody Wants This</em>. However, at this time, it’s an apt comparison to make. Allegedly, <em>The Housemaid</em> star is thinking about converting to Judaism as she and her boyfriend work out the next steps of their relationship (which could include kids). That kind of choice is at the center of <em>Nobody Wants This</em>; however, Sweeney's reported situation is not totally like the one Kristen Bell's Joanne is in. </p><p>So, it’s been reported that Sweeney has been seen at Rosh Hashanah services with Braun, and there have been rumors that she’s thinking about converting. According to <a href="https://pagesix.com/2026/10/05/celebrity-news/sydney-sweeney-meets-with-rabbis-as-her-and-scooter-braun-think-about-a-future-with-kids/"><u>Page Six</u></a>, the actress is apparently serious about it and has met with two rabbis. This could be happening because the couple wants to start a family, as one source alleged: </p><div><blockquote><p>The couple is discussing having their own family and Scooter feels strongly on the subject. </p></blockquote></div><p>Another source told the outlet earlier that the music mogul also feels strongly about marrying Sweeney. Apparently, he’s “trying very hard” to do it too: </p><div><blockquote><p>He is trying very hard to marry her. He is following her and chartering private planes. He’s going to stay focused on her until she marries him.</p></blockquote></div><p>Now, these rumors about religion and Sweeney potentially converting to Judaism do line up with the primary conflict in <em>Nobody Wants This</em>, which is ironically set to return on the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2026-tv-premiere-date-schedule-network-streaming-series"><u>2026 TV schedule</u></a> for <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/nobody-wants-this-renewed-season-3-cast-reacted-kristen-bell-breaking-news"><u>its third season</u></a>. In the hit Netflix series, Kristen Bell’s Joanne starts dating a rabbi named Noah (Adam Brody). Throughout the first two seasons, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/nobody-wants-this-ending-how-it-set-up-season-2-why-im-concerned"><u>questions about whether Joanne will convert</u></a> to be with Noah are primary points in the story, and she goes on quite the journey to figure out if that’s something she wants to do. </p><p>It would seem that Sweeney is not dealing with something like that, based on this report that claims she's taking this all very seriously and meeting with rabbis. However, it does sound like the <em>Euphoria</em> actress converting to Judaism might be an important choice the couple has to make, just like it is for Noah and Joanne on <em>Nobody Wants This</em>. </p><p>Plus, like Brody and Bell's characters, it seems like Braun and Sweeney are very serious about their relationship and their long-term future. Earlier this year, the businessman called his romance with the actress one of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/scooter-braun-opened-up-about-girlfriend-sydney-sweeney-euphoria"><u>“biggest surprises ever.”</u></a>  On the <em>Anyone But You </em>star's birthday, he also took to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DdMiUveRM4A/"><u>Instagram</u></a> to write about how she “showed [him] how life with true partnership can be lived.” </p><p>So, now, we’ll have to wait and see if the next step in Sweeney and Braun's relationship involves her converting to Judaism, marriage and kids. In the meantime, you can see where Noah and Joanne’s romance is headed and how their relationship with Judaism impacts it by streaming Season 3 of <em>Nobody Wants This</em> with a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/netflix-subscription-the-plans-the-price-and-whats-included"><u>Netflix subscription</u></a> on October 22. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Riley Utley ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kXTLd8ja6TbGctTZCbdkce-320-70.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Riley Utley is the Weekend Editor at CinemaBlend. She has written for national publications as well as daily and alt-weekly newspapers in Spokane, Washington, Syracuse, New York and Charleston, South Carolina. She graduated with her master’s degree in arts journalism and communications from the Newhouse School at Syracuse University. Since joining the CB team she has covered numerous TV shows and movies -- including her personal favorite shows &lt;em&gt;Ted Lasso &lt;/em&gt;and &lt;em&gt;The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel&lt;/em&gt;. She also has followed and consistently written about everything from Taylor Swift to &lt;em&gt;Fire Country&lt;/em&gt;, and she&#039;s enjoyed every second of it.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Riley’s range in likes is random and wide, from Marvel to musicals and from&lt;em&gt; Game of Thrones&lt;/em&gt; to the latest Netflix rom-com you can catch her watching just about anything. Her favorite movies include but are not limited to &lt;em&gt;When Harry Met Sally, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-verse, Finding Nemo&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;The Grand Budapest Hotel&lt;/em&gt;. She loves going to the movie theater, consuming copious amounts of popcorn and logging whatever she saw on Letterboxd immediately afterward. She constantly walks around quoting &lt;em&gt;Ted Lasso, SNL&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;Parks and Rec&lt;/em&gt;. She has been known to create the occasional PowerPoint explaining the MCU to those who don’t get it. In the non-media realm, Riley is a massive college basketball fan. She is a firm believer that the Gonzaga men’s basketball team is the best team of all time, and she is patiently waiting for the day they finally win a national championship. She grew up in Washington and loves skiing, coffee and making sure that people know she is from the state, not D.C.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Anything Taylor Swift or Andrew Garfield does, finally seeing strong female representation in the MCU and eventually seeing Jonathan Bailey sing his heart out in &lt;em&gt;Wicked&lt;/em&gt;.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Well, the last couple I expected to compare Sydney Sweeney and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/subtle-way-sydney-sweeney-chain-nods-relationship-with-scooter-braun"><u>her boyfriend Scooter Braun</u></a> to were Noah and Joanne from <em>Nobody Wants This</em>. However, at this time, it’s an apt comparison to make. Allegedly, <em>The Housemaid</em> star is thinking about converting to Judaism as she and her boyfriend work out the next steps of their relationship (which could include kids). That kind of choice is at the center of <em>Nobody Wants This</em>; however, Sweeney's reported situation is not totally like the one Kristen Bell's Joanne is in. </p><p>So, it’s been reported that Sweeney has been seen at Rosh Hashanah services with Braun, and there have been rumors that she’s thinking about converting. According to <a href="https://pagesix.com/2026/10/05/celebrity-news/sydney-sweeney-meets-with-rabbis-as-her-and-scooter-braun-think-about-a-future-with-kids/"><u>Page Six</u></a>, the actress is apparently serious about it and has met with two rabbis. This could be happening because the couple wants to start a family, as one source alleged: </p><div><blockquote><p>The couple is discussing having their own family and Scooter feels strongly on the subject. </p></blockquote></div><p>Another source told the outlet earlier that the music mogul also feels strongly about marrying Sweeney. Apparently, he’s “trying very hard” to do it too: </p><div><blockquote><p>He is trying very hard to marry her. He is following her and chartering private planes. He’s going to stay focused on her until she marries him.</p></blockquote></div><p>Now, these rumors about religion and Sweeney potentially converting to Judaism do line up with the primary conflict in <em>Nobody Wants This</em>, which is ironically set to return on the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2026-tv-premiere-date-schedule-network-streaming-series"><u>2026 TV schedule</u></a> for <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/nobody-wants-this-renewed-season-3-cast-reacted-kristen-bell-breaking-news"><u>its third season</u></a>. In the hit Netflix series, Kristen Bell’s Joanne starts dating a rabbi named Noah (Adam Brody). Throughout the first two seasons, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/nobody-wants-this-ending-how-it-set-up-season-2-why-im-concerned"><u>questions about whether Joanne will convert</u></a> to be with Noah are primary points in the story, and she goes on quite the journey to figure out if that’s something she wants to do. </p><p>It would seem that Sweeney is not dealing with something like that, based on this report that claims she's taking this all very seriously and meeting with rabbis. However, it does sound like the <em>Euphoria</em> actress converting to Judaism might be an important choice the couple has to make, just like it is for Noah and Joanne on <em>Nobody Wants This</em>. </p><p>Plus, like Brody and Bell's characters, it seems like Braun and Sweeney are very serious about their relationship and their long-term future. Earlier this year, the businessman called his romance with the actress one of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/scooter-braun-opened-up-about-girlfriend-sydney-sweeney-euphoria"><u>“biggest surprises ever.”</u></a>  On the <em>Anyone But You </em>star's birthday, he also took to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DdMiUveRM4A/"><u>Instagram</u></a> to write about how she “showed [him] how life with true partnership can be lived.” </p><p>So, now, we’ll have to wait and see if the next step in Sweeney and Braun's relationship involves her converting to Judaism, marriage and kids. In the meantime, you can see where Noah and Joanne’s romance is headed and how their relationship with Judaism impacts it by streaming Season 3 of <em>Nobody Wants This</em> with a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/netflix-subscription-the-plans-the-price-and-whats-included"><u>Netflix subscription</u></a> on October 22. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ More Evidence Sydney Sweeney (Probably) Doesn't Care About That 'Just Sports' Ad Backlash ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>It’s been several weeks since <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads"><u>Sydney Sweeney wore nothing but sports balls</u></a> for a new ad shining a spotlight on the sports betting company Novig. I don’t think there’s any question the ad worked to get the name Novig into peoples’ minds. I had no idea what the betting platform was before the viral advertisement, but I certainly do now. Even days later,  there are more and more people talking about Sweeney… but also about her ad. </p><p>In fact, the new venture has been great business for Ms. Sweeney, who has marked a name for herself not only as an actress but also as an entrepreneur. She’s reportedly <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/one-thing-scooter-braun-bringing-table-amidst-new-sydney-sweeney-romance">learned a few tricks from beau Scooter Braun</a> along the way, and she was the one who  <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-savvy-business-deal-novig-ad-wear-footballs"><u>brought the partnership idea to Novig</u></a>, and not the other way around. </p><p>What happened next? The 58 second ad is extremely memorable. In it, Sweeney tries on a variety of sports equipment – and only sports equipment – while talking about the app, which is “just sports.” You <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/one-underwear-related-request-sydney-sweeney-had-before-she-signed-viral-betting-ad"><u>can’t bet on Sweeney’s underwear color</u></a>. You can’t bet on weird things happening in pop culture, like <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/aaron-taylor-johnson-james-bond-odds-change-barbara-broccoli-on-casting-non-star-007">who will be the next James Bond</a>. It’s “just sports” you see. </p><div class="youtube-video" data-nosnippet ><div class="video-aspect-box"><iframe data-lazy-priority="low" data-lazy-src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/bp0T184hVY0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div></div><p>The ad has racked up millions and millions of views across platforms, and while some athletes have publicly decried the ad as undoing years of work in women's sports, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-response-to-nude-ad-backlash-more-shots-sports-balls-covering-body"><u>Ms. Sweeney hasn’t seemed bothered</u></a>. She’d clapped back with more instances of athletes getting naked in the name of sports when the criticism first started coming down the pipeline. Now, there’s other evidence the ad was a good idea for Ms. Sweeney, at least from a money-making standpoint. That’s because it’s been incredibly effective. </p><p>When the actress went to Novig about a potential partnership, she became an equity stakeholder in the company. At the time, it was valued at about $500 million on Wall Street. This week, just a few paltry weeks after the ad dropped, it more than tripled its valuation. Per the <a href="https://www.wsj.com/finance/sydney-sweeney-backed-novig-quadruples-valuation-to-2-billion-2fb1c936?eafs_enabled=false">Wall Street Journal</a>, the company raised new funding to the tune of a $2 billion valuation. </p><p>That’s a huge difference, and it’s mostly come on the back of Sweeney’s viral ad. Prior to that, sure Novig had a working deal with the New York Mets and had garnered a loyal podcast following. Most people, myself included though, had never heard of it. </p><p>As for the ads, <a href="https://x.com/FOS/status/2099864571724849472"><u>Novig CEO Jacob Fortinsky</u></a> has said the company never intended to create the ads for ladies in sports or to offend any ladies in sports, noting: </p><div><blockquote><p>As a company, we’re hugely supportive of women’s sports. I think it’s a huge component of our platform.We never intended to portray female sports. Sydney’s an actress. We’re a prediction market that is focused on sports, and that was the story she was communicating. It was a very exciting process to work with her both on the commercial side and the creative side. </p></blockquote></div><p>The CEO went on to say he and the company knew Sweeney had detractors that pre-dated her work with the sports betting company. The Internet has hated on previous campaigns like her AE Jeans campaign or <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-claps-back-people-ford-campaign"><u>that time she did an ad for Ford</u></a>. (To note, the jeans campaign that also received backlash also <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-jeans-ad-controversial-made-money-american-eagle"><u>ended up being good for American Eagle</u></a>.) </p><div><blockquote><p>I think there are a lot of people who have feelings about Sydney as a person that sort of pre-date this campaign. Working with her, we expected the people who already hate her would, you know, be sort of loud and vocal. </p></blockquote></div><p>Still, it was worth the risk for the company to say yes, though Fortinsky also said he felt she “did a great job" at the end of the day. Now, if Wall Street is any indication, it was a partnership that made sense for both sides.</p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background:&lt;/strong&gt; Jessica Rawden is Managing Editor at CinemaBlend. She’s been kicking out news stories at CinemaBlend since 2007 and joined the full-time staff in 2014. She oversees news content, hiring and training for the site, and her areas of expertise include theme parks, rom-coms, Hallmark (particularly Christmas movie season), reality TV, celebrity interviews and primetime. She loves a good animated movie.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jessica has a Masters in Library Science degree from Indiana University, and used to be found behind a reference desk most definitely not shushing people. She now uses those skills in researching and tracking down information in very different ways.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She’s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: A former soccer player and recent tennis addict, Jessica also enjoys running, both of the distance and sprint variety. When not at the movie theater or in a theme park, her other free time is spent in book clubs, hiking, drinking wine, binge-watching, keeping tabs on celebrity fashion and riding rollercoasters. Has a serious Hallmark habit and an even bigger record-buying habit. Will bake for compliments.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>It’s been several weeks since <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads"><u>Sydney Sweeney wore nothing but sports balls</u></a> for a new ad shining a spotlight on the sports betting company Novig. I don’t think there’s any question the ad worked to get the name Novig into peoples’ minds. I had no idea what the betting platform was before the viral advertisement, but I certainly do now. Even days later,  there are more and more people talking about Sweeney… but also about her ad. </p><p>In fact, the new venture has been great business for Ms. Sweeney, who has marked a name for herself not only as an actress but also as an entrepreneur. She’s reportedly <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/one-thing-scooter-braun-bringing-table-amidst-new-sydney-sweeney-romance">learned a few tricks from beau Scooter Braun</a> along the way, and she was the one who  <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-savvy-business-deal-novig-ad-wear-footballs"><u>brought the partnership idea to Novig</u></a>, and not the other way around. </p><p>What happened next? The 58 second ad is extremely memorable. In it, Sweeney tries on a variety of sports equipment – and only sports equipment – while talking about the app, which is “just sports.” You <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/one-underwear-related-request-sydney-sweeney-had-before-she-signed-viral-betting-ad"><u>can’t bet on Sweeney’s underwear color</u></a>. You can’t bet on weird things happening in pop culture, like <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/aaron-taylor-johnson-james-bond-odds-change-barbara-broccoli-on-casting-non-star-007">who will be the next James Bond</a>. It’s “just sports” you see. </p><div class="youtube-video" data-nosnippet ><div class="video-aspect-box"><iframe data-lazy-priority="low" data-lazy-src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/bp0T184hVY0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div></div><p>The ad has racked up millions and millions of views across platforms, and while some athletes have publicly decried the ad as undoing years of work in women's sports, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-response-to-nude-ad-backlash-more-shots-sports-balls-covering-body"><u>Ms. Sweeney hasn’t seemed bothered</u></a>. She’d clapped back with more instances of athletes getting naked in the name of sports when the criticism first started coming down the pipeline. Now, there’s other evidence the ad was a good idea for Ms. Sweeney, at least from a money-making standpoint. That’s because it’s been incredibly effective. </p><p>When the actress went to Novig about a potential partnership, she became an equity stakeholder in the company. At the time, it was valued at about $500 million on Wall Street. This week, just a few paltry weeks after the ad dropped, it more than tripled its valuation. Per the <a href="https://www.wsj.com/finance/sydney-sweeney-backed-novig-quadruples-valuation-to-2-billion-2fb1c936?eafs_enabled=false">Wall Street Journal</a>, the company raised new funding to the tune of a $2 billion valuation. </p><p>That’s a huge difference, and it’s mostly come on the back of Sweeney’s viral ad. Prior to that, sure Novig had a working deal with the New York Mets and had garnered a loyal podcast following. Most people, myself included though, had never heard of it. </p><p>As for the ads, <a href="https://x.com/FOS/status/2099864571724849472"><u>Novig CEO Jacob Fortinsky</u></a> has said the company never intended to create the ads for ladies in sports or to offend any ladies in sports, noting: </p><div><blockquote><p>As a company, we’re hugely supportive of women’s sports. I think it’s a huge component of our platform.We never intended to portray female sports. Sydney’s an actress. We’re a prediction market that is focused on sports, and that was the story she was communicating. It was a very exciting process to work with her both on the commercial side and the creative side. </p></blockquote></div><p>The CEO went on to say he and the company knew Sweeney had detractors that pre-dated her work with the sports betting company. The Internet has hated on previous campaigns like her AE Jeans campaign or <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-claps-back-people-ford-campaign"><u>that time she did an ad for Ford</u></a>. (To note, the jeans campaign that also received backlash also <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-jeans-ad-controversial-made-money-american-eagle"><u>ended up being good for American Eagle</u></a>.) </p><div><blockquote><p>I think there are a lot of people who have feelings about Sydney as a person that sort of pre-date this campaign. Working with her, we expected the people who already hate her would, you know, be sort of loud and vocal. </p></blockquote></div><p>Still, it was worth the risk for the company to say yes, though Fortinsky also said he felt she “did a great job" at the end of the day. Now, if Wall Street is any indication, it was a partnership that made sense for both sides.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sydney Sweeney Just Took Shrapnel In Seth Meyers’ Late Night Political Sketch ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>There’s no question the late night sphere has gotten more political in recent years. Some of this is due <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/jimmy-kimmel-political-response-asked-what-will-take-save-late-night-abc">to tension that’s arisen</a> between the current administration and the hosts and writers on late night. Some of this is doubtless due to the economic landscape and what people are wanting to ingest. So, it was no surprise when Seth Meyers did a <em>Late Night</em> but involving politics. It was a surprise when Sydney Sweeney randomly took some shrapnel. </p><p>Here’s what happened. Seth Meyers did a bit on NBC where he mashed up ridiculous questions his writing staff came up with with real-life White House press conference clips. For example, Seth asked, “How is Sydney Sweeney’s nude ad campaign helping blue-collar American workers?” The camera then cut to a press conference with Karoline Leavitt talking about Jergens’ success. This was amusing for anyone not named Sweeney or Leavitt. </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Dd7JKHcpNaZ/" target="_blank">A post shared by Late Night with Seth Meyers (@latenightseth)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>I thought this was a pretty funny setup overall, but when it happened on air, people were actually a little uncomfortable with the Sweeney joke on <em>Late Night with Seth Meyers.</em> This led the host to joke the bit “got a bigger laugh in the writer’s room.” Still, the segment continued, and a subsequent joke about Vice President J.D. Vance got a bigger reaction from the room. </p><p>The political bent comes as the administration has had tension with Stephen Colbert (when he was still on air) and also hosts <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/jimmy-kimmel-talked-trump-wild-summer-2026-return-late-night-4000-episode-abc">like the "not funny" Jimmy Kimmel</a> over the last couple of years. Even Meyers has not been immune, as <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/seth-meyers-responds-trump-wanting-late-night-cancellation-after-repeat-episode-hed-already-complained-about">President Trump called for him to be canceled </a>last year. </p><p>What Meyers was mentioning this week was Sydney Sweeney’s latest viral ad, which caught backlash similar (but different) to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-commented-backlash-over-great-jeans-ad"><u>her AE Jeans situation</u></a>. She’d partnered with an online betting company called Novig for a “Just Sports” ad which <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads"><u>saw her wearing nothing but sports equipment</u></a>. When some female athletes complained about the context, she <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-response-to-nude-ad-backlash-more-shots-sports-balls-covering-body"><u>doubled down in her response</u></a>. </p><p>It’s Sweeney who’s really been laughing all the way to the bank. She actually <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-savvy-business-deal-novig-ad-wear-footballs"><u>brought the partnership idea to Novig</u></a> when it came to the sports ad Seth Meyers was poking fun at. She partnered with the brand and now has an ownership stake, and she said she chose Novig because she liked that people weren’t able to bet on things <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/one-underwear-related-request-sydney-sweeney-had-before-she-signed-viral-betting-ad"><u>like what color underwear she was wearing</u></a>. The ads subsequently went viral, and helped Novig build a household name. Now, if she’s getting poked fun at on late night TV, I’d say the ad has made its mark. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jessica Rawden ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gNi5ipvqyWREFVbs7Ehzx9-320-70.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background:&lt;/strong&gt; Jessica Rawden is Managing Editor at CinemaBlend. She’s been kicking out news stories at CinemaBlend since 2007 and joined the full-time staff in 2014. She oversees news content, hiring and training for the site, and her areas of expertise include theme parks, rom-coms, Hallmark (particularly Christmas movie season), reality TV, celebrity interviews and primetime. She loves a good animated movie.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jessica has a Masters in Library Science degree from Indiana University, and used to be found behind a reference desk most definitely not shushing people. She now uses those skills in researching and tracking down information in very different ways.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She’s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: A former soccer player and recent tennis addict, Jessica also enjoys running, both of the distance and sprint variety. When not at the movie theater or in a theme park, her other free time is spent in book clubs, hiking, drinking wine, binge-watching, keeping tabs on celebrity fashion and riding rollercoasters. Has a serious Hallmark habit and an even bigger record-buying habit. Will bake for compliments.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She’s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: &amp;nbsp;Hallmark Christmas movie season. Wearing socks to bed. &amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>There’s no question the late night sphere has gotten more political in recent years. Some of this is due <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/jimmy-kimmel-political-response-asked-what-will-take-save-late-night-abc">to tension that’s arisen</a> between the current administration and the hosts and writers on late night. Some of this is doubtless due to the economic landscape and what people are wanting to ingest. So, it was no surprise when Seth Meyers did a <em>Late Night</em> but involving politics. It was a surprise when Sydney Sweeney randomly took some shrapnel. </p><p>Here’s what happened. Seth Meyers did a bit on NBC where he mashed up ridiculous questions his writing staff came up with with real-life White House press conference clips. For example, Seth asked, “How is Sydney Sweeney’s nude ad campaign helping blue-collar American workers?” The camera then cut to a press conference with Karoline Leavitt talking about Jergens’ success. This was amusing for anyone not named Sweeney or Leavitt. </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Dd7JKHcpNaZ/" target="_blank">A post shared by Late Night with Seth Meyers (@latenightseth)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>I thought this was a pretty funny setup overall, but when it happened on air, people were actually a little uncomfortable with the Sweeney joke on <em>Late Night with Seth Meyers.</em> This led the host to joke the bit “got a bigger laugh in the writer’s room.” Still, the segment continued, and a subsequent joke about Vice President J.D. Vance got a bigger reaction from the room. </p><p>The political bent comes as the administration has had tension with Stephen Colbert (when he was still on air) and also hosts <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/jimmy-kimmel-talked-trump-wild-summer-2026-return-late-night-4000-episode-abc">like the "not funny" Jimmy Kimmel</a> over the last couple of years. Even Meyers has not been immune, as <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/seth-meyers-responds-trump-wanting-late-night-cancellation-after-repeat-episode-hed-already-complained-about">President Trump called for him to be canceled </a>last year. </p><p>What Meyers was mentioning this week was Sydney Sweeney’s latest viral ad, which caught backlash similar (but different) to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-commented-backlash-over-great-jeans-ad"><u>her AE Jeans situation</u></a>. She’d partnered with an online betting company called Novig for a “Just Sports” ad which <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads"><u>saw her wearing nothing but sports equipment</u></a>. When some female athletes complained about the context, she <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-response-to-nude-ad-backlash-more-shots-sports-balls-covering-body"><u>doubled down in her response</u></a>. </p><p>It’s Sweeney who’s really been laughing all the way to the bank. She actually <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-savvy-business-deal-novig-ad-wear-footballs"><u>brought the partnership idea to Novig</u></a> when it came to the sports ad Seth Meyers was poking fun at. She partnered with the brand and now has an ownership stake, and she said she chose Novig because she liked that people weren’t able to bet on things <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/one-underwear-related-request-sydney-sweeney-had-before-she-signed-viral-betting-ad"><u>like what color underwear she was wearing</u></a>. The ads subsequently went viral, and helped Novig build a household name. Now, if she’s getting poked fun at on late night TV, I’d say the ad has made its mark. </p>
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                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>Sydney Sweeney can’t catch a break when it comes to ads she’s appeared in. People <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-underwear-campaign-goes-even-more-viral-do-what-makes-you-naked-video"><u>don’t like the context of her lingerie line</u></a>. The Internet <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-commented-backlash-over-great-jeans-ad"><u>complained about her American Eagle ads</u></a>. She managed to incur the ire of a bunch of female athletes over her gambling app ad which<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads"><u> saw her wearing nothing but sports gear</u></a>. It’s been a tough few weeks on the ad front, but in Sweeney’s onscreen life, business is booming. At least <em>Off Campus’</em> Belmont Cameli sounds excited to be working with her. </p><p>Sydney Sweeney’s started getting into producing on her own, and her next role (notwithstanding the hotly anticipated sequel to <em>The Housemaid</em> which has <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/the-housemaid-sequel-cast-brittany-snow-cute-celebration-post"><u>also been getting off the ground</u></a>) will have her brand Honey Trap working with Margot Robbie’s LuckyChap. Even better? It’s a <em>Sleepy Hollow</em> film, and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-next-project-hollow-added-off-campus-star-belmont-cameli"><u>we’ve run down many of the details</u></a> before.  </p><p>Cameli told <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reels/Dd1IphlCGaY/"><u>ET</u></a> he’s stoked to work with the actress coming up, which is a nice change of pace from the comments Sweeney has been getting in recent weeks.  </p><div><blockquote><p>That’s gonna be a really fun film to do. It’s heavily thematic and stylized. It’s a period piece. Sydney’s a fantastic actress, and I’m just really excited to be a part of this team. LuckyChap is producing; big fan of stuff they’ve done. I’m excited to dive into the world and ride a horse!</p></blockquote></div><p>OK, so the <em>Off Campus</em> star generally sounds enthusiastic about everything to do with the experience and not just Sweeney. Although I guess he might be singing a different tune on set if he doesn’t have much experience working with horses. As we well know, horses can be tough, and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/interviews/hope-valley-1874-lead-benjamin-ayres-bethany-joy-lenz-told-hallmark-yes-ride-horses-one-oops"><u>actors often lie about experience</u></a>, but this is one production that’s not yet fully off the ground. We’ll have to wait and see what happens.</p><p>I am excited to see the <em>Euphoria</em> star and the <em>Off Campus</em> star team up. Both really broke big in this industry in teen dramas with huge fanbases. Both also know very well what it’s like to deal with the rumor mill, as <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/is-there-sydney-sweeney-zendaya-beef-why-people-talking-about-euphoria-video"><u>Sydney Sweeney and Zendaya feud rumors</u></a> rolled around and Cameli’s dealt with the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qNgrtTle8m8">same type of thing</a> regarding his co-star Ella Bright. Cameli's played a hockey player and we know Sweeney can rock hockey gear. I'm just saying, they have plenty in common.</p><p>This won’t be the first time Ms. Sweeney has done a period drama. She appeared in Tarantino’s <em>Once Upon A Time In Hollywood</em> sixties drama a while back. She was also in Ron Howard’s <em>Eden</em>, which was set in the 1930s. A <em>Sleepy Hollow</em> retelling has me excited, however, as it's a change of pace for both actors. Plus, I’m interested to see how it stacks up to Tim Burton’s Christina Ricci and Johnny Depp Gothic horror film from the ‘90s. If the whole thing takes Sweeney away from the ads game for a while, perhaps the Internet will get a break, as well. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jessica Rawden ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gNi5ipvqyWREFVbs7Ehzx9-320-70.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background:&lt;/strong&gt; Jessica Rawden is Managing Editor at CinemaBlend. She’s been kicking out news stories at CinemaBlend since 2007 and joined the full-time staff in 2014. She oversees news content, hiring and training for the site, and her areas of expertise include theme parks, rom-coms, Hallmark (particularly Christmas movie season), reality TV, celebrity interviews and primetime. She loves a good animated movie.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She’s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: A former soccer player and recent tennis addict, Jessica also enjoys running, both of the distance and sprint variety. When not at the movie theater or in a theme park, her other free time is spent in book clubs, hiking, drinking wine, binge-watching, keeping tabs on celebrity fashion and riding rollercoasters. Has a serious Hallmark habit and an even bigger record-buying habit. Will bake for compliments.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>Sydney Sweeney can’t catch a break when it comes to ads she’s appeared in. People <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-underwear-campaign-goes-even-more-viral-do-what-makes-you-naked-video"><u>don’t like the context of her lingerie line</u></a>. The Internet <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-commented-backlash-over-great-jeans-ad"><u>complained about her American Eagle ads</u></a>. She managed to incur the ire of a bunch of female athletes over her gambling app ad which<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads"><u> saw her wearing nothing but sports gear</u></a>. It’s been a tough few weeks on the ad front, but in Sweeney’s onscreen life, business is booming. At least <em>Off Campus’</em> Belmont Cameli sounds excited to be working with her. </p><p>Sydney Sweeney’s started getting into producing on her own, and her next role (notwithstanding the hotly anticipated sequel to <em>The Housemaid</em> which has <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/the-housemaid-sequel-cast-brittany-snow-cute-celebration-post"><u>also been getting off the ground</u></a>) will have her brand Honey Trap working with Margot Robbie’s LuckyChap. Even better? It’s a <em>Sleepy Hollow</em> film, and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-next-project-hollow-added-off-campus-star-belmont-cameli"><u>we’ve run down many of the details</u></a> before.  </p><p>Cameli told <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reels/Dd1IphlCGaY/"><u>ET</u></a> he’s stoked to work with the actress coming up, which is a nice change of pace from the comments Sweeney has been getting in recent weeks.  </p><div><blockquote><p>That’s gonna be a really fun film to do. It’s heavily thematic and stylized. It’s a period piece. Sydney’s a fantastic actress, and I’m just really excited to be a part of this team. LuckyChap is producing; big fan of stuff they’ve done. I’m excited to dive into the world and ride a horse!</p></blockquote></div><p>OK, so the <em>Off Campus</em> star generally sounds enthusiastic about everything to do with the experience and not just Sweeney. Although I guess he might be singing a different tune on set if he doesn’t have much experience working with horses. As we well know, horses can be tough, and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/interviews/hope-valley-1874-lead-benjamin-ayres-bethany-joy-lenz-told-hallmark-yes-ride-horses-one-oops"><u>actors often lie about experience</u></a>, but this is one production that’s not yet fully off the ground. We’ll have to wait and see what happens.</p><p>I am excited to see the <em>Euphoria</em> star and the <em>Off Campus</em> star team up. Both really broke big in this industry in teen dramas with huge fanbases. Both also know very well what it’s like to deal with the rumor mill, as <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/is-there-sydney-sweeney-zendaya-beef-why-people-talking-about-euphoria-video"><u>Sydney Sweeney and Zendaya feud rumors</u></a> rolled around and Cameli’s dealt with the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qNgrtTle8m8">same type of thing</a> regarding his co-star Ella Bright. Cameli's played a hockey player and we know Sweeney can rock hockey gear. I'm just saying, they have plenty in common.</p><p>This won’t be the first time Ms. Sweeney has done a period drama. She appeared in Tarantino’s <em>Once Upon A Time In Hollywood</em> sixties drama a while back. She was also in Ron Howard’s <em>Eden</em>, which was set in the 1930s. A <em>Sleepy Hollow</em> retelling has me excited, however, as it's a change of pace for both actors. Plus, I’m interested to see how it stacks up to Tim Burton’s Christina Ricci and Johnny Depp Gothic horror film from the ‘90s. If the whole thing takes Sweeney away from the ads game for a while, perhaps the Internet will get a break, as well. </p>
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                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>Sydney Sweeney is staying as busy as ever, from <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-response-to-nude-ad-backlash-more-shots-sports-balls-covering-body">her polarizing viral sports bet ads</a> to the upcoming <em>Housemaid</em> sequel to that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-returned-australia-whereanyone-but-you-shot-sequel-gundam-netflix">live-action <em>Gundam</em> movie she filmed</a>, and it looks like everything is moving along nicely for her next big acting gig, which also happens to be the first production through her new banner Honey Trap's deal with Sony. She's set to play the lead in a perspective-shifting reimagining of the short story <em>The Legend of Sleepy Hollow</em>, and now one of <em>Off Campus</em>' hunky leading men has been tapped to join Sweeney in the new film. </p><p>Belmont Cameli, who's currently best known for portraying Briar University's hockey team captain Garrett Graham in Prime Video's highly popular <em>Off Campus</em>, is reportedly set to join the supernatural romantic thriller as a love interest of Sweeney's. And I can just hear all the sighs of jealousy echoing around. But let's not forget there's a headless horseman running around. (Or riding around, I guess.)</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="QDnPoq5KRahqyCne4MG2U6" name="Off Campus" alt="Garrett wearing black jacket and black shirt, standing in front of a big tree in Off Campus" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QDnPoq5KRahqyCne4MG2U6-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Prime Video)</span></figcaption></figure><p><em>Hollow</em> is an adaptation of filmmaker Lindsey Anderson Beer's upcoming debut novel that is set to be published in Fall 2027 at Putnam. (It's unclear if that means the movie will also be a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-2027-movies-new-release-dates-theaters-streaming">2027 release</a>, or if it's being eyed for 2028.) The story is told from the P.O.V. of Sweeney's Katrina Van Tassel, who becomes a lynchpin of sorts within a danger-filled mystery, while also juggling the struggles of a love triangle of the supernatural variety. Something we've ALL dealt with, I'm sure. </p><p>Belmont Cameli will portray Brom Bones, or Brom Van Brunt, the more mischievous and antagonistic of Katrina's suitors opposite Ichabod Crane (who has yet to be cast). The literary character is an ego-driven prankster who is strong enough to back up his big talk, even if he's not necessarily a violent person. The upcoming book-to-screen adaptation is said to be a contemporary take, so the actor will presumably be dressed more like his other roles as opposed to the garb worn in Tim Burton's <em>Sleepy Hollow</em>. </p><div  class="fancy-box"><div class="fancy_box-title">More On Belmont Cameli</div><div class="fancy_box_body"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' ><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="tMHNXWdrZR92SLtEnddEM5" name="garrett hands off off campus" caption="" alt="Belmont Cameli looking up as Garrett Graham in Off Campus." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tMHNXWdrZR92SLtEnddEM5-1920-80.jpg" mos="" link="" align="" fullscreen="" width="" height="" attribution="" endorsement="" class="pinterest-pin-exclude" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=""><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Prime Video)</span></figcaption></figure><p class="fancy-box__body-text"><ul><li><a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/how-off-campus-belmont-cameli-feels-going-nude-on-camera-prime-video"><strong>How Off Campus' Belmont Cameli Really Feels About Going Nude On Camera For The Prime Video Series</strong></a></li><li><a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/i-shocked-why-belmont-cameli-goal-wroking-out-off-campus-put-on-mass"><strong>I Was Shocked To Learn Why Belmont Cameli's Main Goal When Working Out For Off Campus Is To 'Put On Mass'</strong></a></li><li><a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/martha-stewarts-belmont-cameli-zing-perfect-wrinkle-starbucks-ad"><strong>I Think Martha Stewart’s Belmont Cameli Zing Is Perfect, But There's A Wrinkle To The Starbucks Ad</strong></a></li></ul></p></div></div><p>Belmont Cameli became a global heartthrow with the release of <em>Off Campus</em> earlier this year, but I personally first adored him as the kindhearted, if dimwitted, son of Jessie and Slater in Peacock's <em>Saved by the Bell</em> revival. His most recent features both dropped in 2025, the horror video game adaptation <em>Until Dawn</em> and Barry Levinson's gangster drama <em>The Alto Knights</em>. </p><p>Lindsey Anderson Beer will be adapting her own novel for the screenplay, and she's also set to make this her next directorial effort following her 2023 film <em>Pet Semetary: Bloodlines</em>. She'll also be producing through her Lab Brew imprint, with Sweeney's aforementioned Honey Trap also producing. </p><p>Who should they get to play Ichabod Crane? Sweeney's <em>Anyone But You</em> co-star Glen Powell? One of Belmont Camelli's <em>Off Campus</em> co-stars? Sweeney's real-life beau Scooter Braun? It probably won't be any of those, but it's okay to dream. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Nick Venable ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TzeQjfZT5cKqHRsEqudtqT-320-70.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Nick Venable is an Assistant Managing Editor, and the TV Editor. His humble origin story with CinemaBlend began all the way back in the pre-streaming era, circa 2009, as a freelancing DVD reviewer and TV recapper. After rising up through the ranks covering Movies, Nick leapfrogged over to the small screen to cover more and more television news and interviews, eventually taking over the section for the current era. Born in Louisiana and currently living in Texas — Who Dat Nation over America’s Team all day, all night — Nick spent several years in the hospitality industry, and also worked as a 911 operator. And if you ever happened to hear his music or read his comics/short stories, you have his sympathy. His love for his wife and daughters is almost equaled by his love of gasp-for-breath laughter and gasp-for-breath horror. A lifetime spent in the vicinity of a television screen led to his current dream job, as well as his knowledge of too many TV themes and ad jingles.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Nick is one of those people who won’t necessarily insert a Monty Python reference into every conversation, but is still mentally equipped to do so. Beyond such appreciation for surreal UK comedy, Nick also indulges in as much horror splendor as possible, from Stephen King novels to James Tynion IV comics to Freddy Krueger one-liners to all things Mike Flanagan. Throw in a dash of NFL, some 311 and Weird Al, fried crawfish poboys, bourbon, ‘90s-era pro wrestling, crossword puzzles and mystery-driven video games, and baby, you got a stew going. (Nick will insert an Arrested Development reference into every conversation, if possible.)&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Excited About&lt;/strong&gt;: Anything Jeff Lemire, Tom King and W. Maxwell Prince think of, ever. More of Kelly Reilly’s deliriously fierce performances on Yellowstone. HBO’s The Last of Us. Clone High’s return. Colin Farrell’s Penguin being in every movie/TV show/breakfast cereal.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Sydney Sweeney is staying as busy as ever, from <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-response-to-nude-ad-backlash-more-shots-sports-balls-covering-body">her polarizing viral sports bet ads</a> to the upcoming <em>Housemaid</em> sequel to that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-returned-australia-whereanyone-but-you-shot-sequel-gundam-netflix">live-action <em>Gundam</em> movie she filmed</a>, and it looks like everything is moving along nicely for her next big acting gig, which also happens to be the first production through her new banner Honey Trap's deal with Sony. She's set to play the lead in a perspective-shifting reimagining of the short story <em>The Legend of Sleepy Hollow</em>, and now one of <em>Off Campus</em>' hunky leading men has been tapped to join Sweeney in the new film. </p><p>Belmont Cameli, who's currently best known for portraying Briar University's hockey team captain Garrett Graham in Prime Video's highly popular <em>Off Campus</em>, is reportedly set to join the supernatural romantic thriller as a love interest of Sweeney's. And I can just hear all the sighs of jealousy echoing around. But let's not forget there's a headless horseman running around. (Or riding around, I guess.)</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="QDnPoq5KRahqyCne4MG2U6" name="Off Campus" alt="Garrett wearing black jacket and black shirt, standing in front of a big tree in Off Campus" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QDnPoq5KRahqyCne4MG2U6-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Prime Video)</span></figcaption></figure><p><em>Hollow</em> is an adaptation of filmmaker Lindsey Anderson Beer's upcoming debut novel that is set to be published in Fall 2027 at Putnam. (It's unclear if that means the movie will also be a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-2027-movies-new-release-dates-theaters-streaming">2027 release</a>, or if it's being eyed for 2028.) The story is told from the P.O.V. of Sweeney's Katrina Van Tassel, who becomes a lynchpin of sorts within a danger-filled mystery, while also juggling the struggles of a love triangle of the supernatural variety. Something we've ALL dealt with, I'm sure. </p><p>Belmont Cameli will portray Brom Bones, or Brom Van Brunt, the more mischievous and antagonistic of Katrina's suitors opposite Ichabod Crane (who has yet to be cast). The literary character is an ego-driven prankster who is strong enough to back up his big talk, even if he's not necessarily a violent person. The upcoming book-to-screen adaptation is said to be a contemporary take, so the actor will presumably be dressed more like his other roles as opposed to the garb worn in Tim Burton's <em>Sleepy Hollow</em>. </p><div  class="fancy-box"><div class="fancy_box-title">More On Belmont Cameli</div><div class="fancy_box_body"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' ><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="tMHNXWdrZR92SLtEnddEM5" name="garrett hands off off campus" caption="" alt="Belmont Cameli looking up as Garrett Graham in Off Campus." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tMHNXWdrZR92SLtEnddEM5-1920-80.jpg" mos="" link="" align="" fullscreen="" width="" height="" attribution="" endorsement="" class="pinterest-pin-exclude" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=""><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Prime Video)</span></figcaption></figure><p class="fancy-box__body-text"><ul><li><a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/how-off-campus-belmont-cameli-feels-going-nude-on-camera-prime-video"><strong>How Off Campus' Belmont Cameli Really Feels About Going Nude On Camera For The Prime Video Series</strong></a></li><li><a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/i-shocked-why-belmont-cameli-goal-wroking-out-off-campus-put-on-mass"><strong>I Was Shocked To Learn Why Belmont Cameli's Main Goal When Working Out For Off Campus Is To 'Put On Mass'</strong></a></li><li><a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/martha-stewarts-belmont-cameli-zing-perfect-wrinkle-starbucks-ad"><strong>I Think Martha Stewart’s Belmont Cameli Zing Is Perfect, But There's A Wrinkle To The Starbucks Ad</strong></a></li></ul></p></div></div><p>Belmont Cameli became a global heartthrow with the release of <em>Off Campus</em> earlier this year, but I personally first adored him as the kindhearted, if dimwitted, son of Jessie and Slater in Peacock's <em>Saved by the Bell</em> revival. His most recent features both dropped in 2025, the horror video game adaptation <em>Until Dawn</em> and Barry Levinson's gangster drama <em>The Alto Knights</em>. </p><p>Lindsey Anderson Beer will be adapting her own novel for the screenplay, and she's also set to make this her next directorial effort following her 2023 film <em>Pet Semetary: Bloodlines</em>. She'll also be producing through her Lab Brew imprint, with Sweeney's aforementioned Honey Trap also producing. </p><p>Who should they get to play Ichabod Crane? Sweeney's <em>Anyone But You</em> co-star Glen Powell? One of Belmont Camelli's <em>Off Campus</em> co-stars? Sweeney's real-life beau Scooter Braun? It probably won't be any of those, but it's okay to dream. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Amidst Sydney Sweeney Backlash, Comments Resurface About ‘The Biggest Misconception’ About Her ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/qqoSR0sj.html" id="qqoSR0sj" title="Jennifer Lawrence On Awkward Celebrity Moments Like The Time She ‘Frightened Draco Malfoy’ On Late Night" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><p>Almost three years ago, Sydney Sweeney was already facing criticism online. In an interview in December of 2023 she said “the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-viral-tiktok-showing-off-my-assets-people-see-me-body-image"><u>biggest misconception for me is that I’m a dumb blonde with big tits.</u></a>” At the time, she was promoting <em>Anyone But You</em>, a rom-com that blew up thanks to her chemistry with Glen Powell, but it’s also a movie that served as her first foray into executive producing. It was clear from her relentless promotion of that movie she has talents outside of just looking pretty on the big screen, but here we are three years later and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-response-to-nude-ad-backlash-more-shots-sports-balls-covering-body"><u>Ms. Sweeney is still facing criticism and backlash</u></a> for her business and acting choices. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="maSwAQRgsfWZ9wttwMz2uH" name="cassie euphoria" alt="Sydney Sweeney lying on a bearskin run next to a roaring fire with candles lit all around in Euphoria HBO." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/maSwAQRgsfWZ9wttwMz2uH-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: HBO Max)</span></figcaption></figure><p>This past month, she’s been <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-downtime-filming-syrn-model-scooter-braun-summer-2026">promoting her own lingerie line Syrn</a>, as well as rolling out a partnership with Novig, a new sports betting app in which Sweeney is seen wearing nothing but sports equipment. The ad is set to the tagline “just sports” and it’s earned the ire of journalists and some female athletes alike, some of whom find it tasteless or offensive. To be fair, though, Sweeney <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/one-underwear-related-request-sydney-sweeney-had-before-she-signed-viral-betting-ad"><u>signed on to the brand because it was… just sports</u></a>. </p><p>Amidst all of this commentary, Sweeney’s <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reels/DKsENVNo0y1/"><u>viral W</u></a> clip is making the rounds again and lots of people have thoughts. Tons of viral comments run the gamut from “you go girl” to “I think she got lost in her character and can’t tell difference anymore from real life” to “the female body is a powerful thing that doesn’t mean plaster your body in everything you do.” Lots of people online are comfortable sharing their thoughts. </p><p>These new comments make it clear Sweeney’s latest business foray sparked another round of commentary, and a lot of people have thoughts about Sweeney’s own take, which essentially states that she has the body she has, and she can’t worry about it. If you haven’t seen the clip in question, you can take a look.  </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DKsENVNo0y1/" target="_blank">A post shared by W Magazine (@wmag)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>I myself did not know what Novig was before the start of September, and now I do, so the sports app clearly did something we paid attention to, but the reception has maybe not been as positive for the actress promoting the service, as athletes like runner Amy Hunt and UCLA champion gymnast Gracie Kramer have spoken out. Ms. Sweeney is doubtless laughing all the way to the bank however, as she <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-savvy-business-deal-novig-ad-wear-footballs"><u>brought the idea to Novig</u></a>, and not the other way around. </p><p>Sydney Sweeney seemingly has no problem with using her assets to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/euphoria-creator-was-gonna-skirt-around-nudity-why-sydney-sweeney-pushed-back"><u>sell everything from her role in </u><u><em>Euphoria</em></u></a> to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-turned-her-bathwater-into-soap-100-percent-explained-why"><u>her own bathwater</u></a>. The context seems to be what people are objecting to; though she’s stated <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-knows-people-comment-however-they-want-body-her-take"><u>she feels people will talk about her body regardless</u></a>, and in the last few years she’s increased her value in many ways outside of acting. She <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-viral-underwear-stunt-made-a-big-splash-but-some-internet-users-cant-stop-roasting-it">launched her own lingerie line</a>. She has partnerships with brands like Novig and American Eagle. She’s producing some of her own movies. Plus, she’s still front-facing in big movies like the upcoming <em>The Housemaid 2</em> (which is currently <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/the-housemaid-sequel-cast-brittany-snow-cute-celebration-post"><u>filling out its delightful cast</u></a>). I’m sure there will be new news soon about what she’s doing next, and doubtless it will have tongues wagging. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/qqoSR0sj.html" id="qqoSR0sj" title="Jennifer Lawrence On Awkward Celebrity Moments Like The Time She ‘Frightened Draco Malfoy’ On Late Night" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><p>Almost three years ago, Sydney Sweeney was already facing criticism online. In an interview in December of 2023 she said “the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-viral-tiktok-showing-off-my-assets-people-see-me-body-image"><u>biggest misconception for me is that I’m a dumb blonde with big tits.</u></a>” At the time, she was promoting <em>Anyone But You</em>, a rom-com that blew up thanks to her chemistry with Glen Powell, but it’s also a movie that served as her first foray into executive producing. It was clear from her relentless promotion of that movie she has talents outside of just looking pretty on the big screen, but here we are three years later and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-response-to-nude-ad-backlash-more-shots-sports-balls-covering-body"><u>Ms. Sweeney is still facing criticism and backlash</u></a> for her business and acting choices. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="maSwAQRgsfWZ9wttwMz2uH" name="cassie euphoria" alt="Sydney Sweeney lying on a bearskin run next to a roaring fire with candles lit all around in Euphoria HBO." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/maSwAQRgsfWZ9wttwMz2uH-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: HBO Max)</span></figcaption></figure><p>This past month, she’s been <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-downtime-filming-syrn-model-scooter-braun-summer-2026">promoting her own lingerie line Syrn</a>, as well as rolling out a partnership with Novig, a new sports betting app in which Sweeney is seen wearing nothing but sports equipment. The ad is set to the tagline “just sports” and it’s earned the ire of journalists and some female athletes alike, some of whom find it tasteless or offensive. To be fair, though, Sweeney <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/one-underwear-related-request-sydney-sweeney-had-before-she-signed-viral-betting-ad"><u>signed on to the brand because it was… just sports</u></a>. </p><p>Amidst all of this commentary, Sweeney’s <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reels/DKsENVNo0y1/"><u>viral W</u></a> clip is making the rounds again and lots of people have thoughts. Tons of viral comments run the gamut from “you go girl” to “I think she got lost in her character and can’t tell difference anymore from real life” to “the female body is a powerful thing that doesn’t mean plaster your body in everything you do.” Lots of people online are comfortable sharing their thoughts. </p><p>These new comments make it clear Sweeney’s latest business foray sparked another round of commentary, and a lot of people have thoughts about Sweeney’s own take, which essentially states that she has the body she has, and she can’t worry about it. If you haven’t seen the clip in question, you can take a look.  </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DKsENVNo0y1/" target="_blank">A post shared by W Magazine (@wmag)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>I myself did not know what Novig was before the start of September, and now I do, so the sports app clearly did something we paid attention to, but the reception has maybe not been as positive for the actress promoting the service, as athletes like runner Amy Hunt and UCLA champion gymnast Gracie Kramer have spoken out. Ms. Sweeney is doubtless laughing all the way to the bank however, as she <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-savvy-business-deal-novig-ad-wear-footballs"><u>brought the idea to Novig</u></a>, and not the other way around. </p><p>Sydney Sweeney seemingly has no problem with using her assets to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/euphoria-creator-was-gonna-skirt-around-nudity-why-sydney-sweeney-pushed-back"><u>sell everything from her role in </u><u><em>Euphoria</em></u></a> to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-turned-her-bathwater-into-soap-100-percent-explained-why"><u>her own bathwater</u></a>. The context seems to be what people are objecting to; though she’s stated <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-knows-people-comment-however-they-want-body-her-take"><u>she feels people will talk about her body regardless</u></a>, and in the last few years she’s increased her value in many ways outside of acting. She <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-viral-underwear-stunt-made-a-big-splash-but-some-internet-users-cant-stop-roasting-it">launched her own lingerie line</a>. She has partnerships with brands like Novig and American Eagle. She’s producing some of her own movies. Plus, she’s still front-facing in big movies like the upcoming <em>The Housemaid 2</em> (which is currently <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/the-housemaid-sequel-cast-brittany-snow-cute-celebration-post"><u>filling out its delightful cast</u></a>). I’m sure there will be new news soon about what she’s doing next, and doubtless it will have tongues wagging. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ We Finally Got Some Tea About Sydney Sweeney Breaking Off Her Engagement Before Scooter Braun ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/1Nwe0jjR.html" id="1Nwe0jjR" title="Halle Berry Shared How She And Van Hunt Happened: 'I'm Convinced I Manifested My Now Partner'" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><p>After her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/is-sydney-sweeneys-success-hollywood-allegedly-impacting-engagement-whats-going-on-insider"><u>engagement to Jonathan Davino ended</u></a> in March of 2025, many thought it would be time for Sydney Sweeney’s single girl era to bloom. She was on the precipice of the final season of <em>Euphoria</em>, had a few hit movies under her belt, and was one of the most-talked-about actresses in Hollywood. Yet a new romance emerged for Sweeney with record executive Scooter Braun. Now, a year after this relationship's reported beginning, we are finally getting the skinny on this unexpected showbiz relationship that allegedly surprised even Sweeney herself.</p><p>Per a recent report from <a href="https://people.com/sydney-sweeney-wasnt-looking-for-a-new-relationship-after-her-breakup-but-is-very-serious-with-scooter-braun-source-exclusive-12111350"><u>People</u></a>, Sweeney (29) and Braun (45) are stronger than ever after being together a year. An inside source alleged that when they first started their relationship, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-not-looking-for-love-amidst-break-up-fiance-sightings-scooter-braun"><u>Sweeney wasn’t looking for anything serious</u></a> at all, and that aligns with past claims. So that begs one question: what exactly did Sweeney want before linking up with Braun? Well, the insider shared some details on the actress' "plan" before she found a new partner. The source told the publication: </p><div><blockquote><p>When Sydney met Scooter, she wasn’t looking for another relationship. And she truly meant this. She had ended her engagement. She really wanted to simplify her life, not complicate it. Her plan was to work, travel and spend time with family and girlfriends.</p></blockquote></div><p>If that's true, it makes sense, especially considering Sweeney was coming off a seven-year relationship. There are also some other factors to consider as well. Sweeney’s situation was even more complicated, considering she was also professionally involved with Davino, as he served as a producer on some of her films like<em> Anyone but You </em>and<em> Immaculate. </em></p><p>However, Sweeney apparently saw something in Scooter Braun, because not only did things take off between the two of them romantically, and they’ve only gotten more serious. And she has also entrusted him enough to get involved in professional matters. </p><p>It has been alleged that the <em>Christy</em> star likes <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/one-thing-scooter-braun-bringing-table-amidst-new-sydney-sweeney-romance"><u>Braun’s fresh perspective that he brings to the table</u></a> when it comes to her brokering business deals. Not only that, but Braun has reportedly <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-apparently-thank-scooter-braun-helping-major-career-move"><u>helped negotiate major deals for Sweeney</u></a>, influencing her career moves in the process. Some have even alleged that it’s <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/scooter-braun-calling-shots-supportive-sydney-sweeney-insiders-conflict"><u>Braun who is calling the shots </u></a>when it comes to his girlfriend’s business opportunities, though that claim should be taken with a grain of salt.</p><p>Nevertheless, the two seem to be in love and enjoying their summer. They notably first met at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos’ wedding in Venice, Italy in 2025 and decided to spend their one-year anniversary at the place where they first connected. A source told People: </p><div><blockquote><p>It’s where they first met, so being back there together a year later felt very special. Sydney loves having Scooter with her when she travels for work. He’s incredibly supportive of her career and they always find time to have fun together.</p></blockquote></div><p>They sound like a pretty perfect match and, while the pair have mostly kept their relationship private, they have occasionally posted about each on social media. Maybe another engagement could be on the horizon? We will just have to wait and see. </p><p>When Sydney Sweeney isn’t on an Italian vacation with Scooter Braun, you can catch her in her latest film, <em>The Housemaid</em>, which is currently streaming on Starz. The movie was a big box office hit, and the sequel, <em>The Housemaid’s Secret,</em> is one of the most anticipated entries on the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-2027-movies-new-release-dates-theaters-streaming"><u>2027 movie schedule</u></a>. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Caroline Young ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pDD2yQeoswqS5Dhrxf253d-320-70.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Caroline Young started writing for CinemaBlend in 2022 upon graduating from Ithaca College with a BS in Television and Digital Media Production. In college, she was producer and head writer of a comedy show for the award-winning college television station, ICTV. She has also worked on a variety of different network television shows. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Caroline is a crazy cinephile and always is looking to revisit and talk about the classics.&lt;em&gt; Good Will Hunting, The Godfather, &lt;/em&gt;and&lt;em&gt; Jurassic Park&lt;/em&gt; are some of her favorites. She wants David Fincher to make movies until the end of time and loves true crime shows a little too much. She thinks the thriller genre is top tier and could answer any question about HBO’s &lt;em&gt;Barry&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;Succession&lt;/em&gt;. She’s a loyal &lt;em&gt;Saturday Night Live &lt;/em&gt;fan, and adores a good stand-up special. She is also an awards show junkie and loves to talk about predictions.  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Paul Thomas Anderson’s &lt;em&gt;One Battle After Another&lt;/em&gt; was great, and Steven Spielberg’s &lt;em&gt;Disclosure Day, &lt;/em&gt;which comes out soon! Also any Taylor Swift release will get her excited!&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/1Nwe0jjR.html" id="1Nwe0jjR" title="Halle Berry Shared How She And Van Hunt Happened: 'I'm Convinced I Manifested My Now Partner'" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><p>After her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/is-sydney-sweeneys-success-hollywood-allegedly-impacting-engagement-whats-going-on-insider"><u>engagement to Jonathan Davino ended</u></a> in March of 2025, many thought it would be time for Sydney Sweeney’s single girl era to bloom. She was on the precipice of the final season of <em>Euphoria</em>, had a few hit movies under her belt, and was one of the most-talked-about actresses in Hollywood. Yet a new romance emerged for Sweeney with record executive Scooter Braun. Now, a year after this relationship's reported beginning, we are finally getting the skinny on this unexpected showbiz relationship that allegedly surprised even Sweeney herself.</p><p>Per a recent report from <a href="https://people.com/sydney-sweeney-wasnt-looking-for-a-new-relationship-after-her-breakup-but-is-very-serious-with-scooter-braun-source-exclusive-12111350"><u>People</u></a>, Sweeney (29) and Braun (45) are stronger than ever after being together a year. An inside source alleged that when they first started their relationship, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-not-looking-for-love-amidst-break-up-fiance-sightings-scooter-braun"><u>Sweeney wasn’t looking for anything serious</u></a> at all, and that aligns with past claims. So that begs one question: what exactly did Sweeney want before linking up with Braun? Well, the insider shared some details on the actress' "plan" before she found a new partner. The source told the publication: </p><div><blockquote><p>When Sydney met Scooter, she wasn’t looking for another relationship. And she truly meant this. She had ended her engagement. She really wanted to simplify her life, not complicate it. Her plan was to work, travel and spend time with family and girlfriends.</p></blockquote></div><p>If that's true, it makes sense, especially considering Sweeney was coming off a seven-year relationship. There are also some other factors to consider as well. Sweeney’s situation was even more complicated, considering she was also professionally involved with Davino, as he served as a producer on some of her films like<em> Anyone but You </em>and<em> Immaculate. </em></p><p>However, Sweeney apparently saw something in Scooter Braun, because not only did things take off between the two of them romantically, and they’ve only gotten more serious. And she has also entrusted him enough to get involved in professional matters. </p><p>It has been alleged that the <em>Christy</em> star likes <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/one-thing-scooter-braun-bringing-table-amidst-new-sydney-sweeney-romance"><u>Braun’s fresh perspective that he brings to the table</u></a> when it comes to her brokering business deals. Not only that, but Braun has reportedly <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-apparently-thank-scooter-braun-helping-major-career-move"><u>helped negotiate major deals for Sweeney</u></a>, influencing her career moves in the process. Some have even alleged that it’s <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/scooter-braun-calling-shots-supportive-sydney-sweeney-insiders-conflict"><u>Braun who is calling the shots </u></a>when it comes to his girlfriend’s business opportunities, though that claim should be taken with a grain of salt.</p><p>Nevertheless, the two seem to be in love and enjoying their summer. They notably first met at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos’ wedding in Venice, Italy in 2025 and decided to spend their one-year anniversary at the place where they first connected. A source told People: </p><div><blockquote><p>It’s where they first met, so being back there together a year later felt very special. Sydney loves having Scooter with her when she travels for work. He’s incredibly supportive of her career and they always find time to have fun together.</p></blockquote></div><p>They sound like a pretty perfect match and, while the pair have mostly kept their relationship private, they have occasionally posted about each on social media. Maybe another engagement could be on the horizon? We will just have to wait and see. </p><p>When Sydney Sweeney isn’t on an Italian vacation with Scooter Braun, you can catch her in her latest film, <em>The Housemaid</em>, which is currently streaming on Starz. The movie was a big box office hit, and the sequel, <em>The Housemaid’s Secret,</em> is one of the most anticipated entries on the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-2027-movies-new-release-dates-theaters-streaming"><u>2027 movie schedule</u></a>. </p>
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                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>Over the last year or so, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-viral-underwear-stunt-made-a-big-splash-but-some-internet-users-cant-stop-roasting-it"><u>Sydney Sweeney has made her name synonymous with underwear</u></a>. She’s done this thanks to the launch of her Syrn, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-downtime-filming-syrn-model-scooter-braun-summer-2026"><u>her lingerie line she personally reps</u></a> when she has downtime between filming projects. The actress is <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/see-lingerie-video-that-got-sydney-sweeney-hot-water-hollywood-sign"><u>not shy about promoting her own product</u></a>, but when it comes to her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/celebrity-fashion">celebrity fashion</a> choices, there’s apparently one thing she hates: People betting on her underwear. </p><p>If you are familiar with online betting, you probably already know there are corners of the interwebs in which you can bet on nearly anything. There’s sports betting, of course, but you can also put money down on topics like <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/another-actress-topped-sydney-sweeney-next-bond-girl-odds-margaret-qualley"><u>who will be in the next James Bond movie</u></a>. Bets get weirder than that, of course. Every year people put money down on the Puppy Bowl or wild things President Trump may or may not say, and the bets only get seedier from there. </p><p>Sydney Sweeney is aware of factions of the Internet who will bet on her underwear color, and she didn’t want to support that. So, before <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads"><u>she donned footballs and only football</u></a>s to work with Novig, she wanted to confirm they’d be sticking to sports bets only. Then, they crafted a viral ad that’s been liked nearly a million times after its release.</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DdETzrvByqk/" target="_blank">A post shared by Sydney Sweeney (@sydney_sweeney)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>In an interview with <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qchk5pNYUaM&amp;t=1s"><u>Front Office Sports</u></a>, Co-founder and CEO Jacob Fortinsky opened up about what spurred Sweeney to say yes to them and not other betting companies. </p><div><blockquote><p>She said the reason she was excited about Novig was because we’re ‘just sports.’ She said, ‘I’m uncomfortable with some other platforms that have markets on you know what color underwear I’m going to wear, or whatever it may be. And you know, there’s something clean about just sports.’ That’s really what consumers are interested in. And there’s no beating around the bush about what the types of consumers are in this space, and who we are as a company.</p></blockquote></div><p>Intriguingly, it wasn’t Novig that approached Ms. Sweeney. Instead, the actress approached them after hearing about the space and wanting in on the ground floor – at least when it came to sports betting. Rumor has previously had it her new beau <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-savvy-business-deal-novig-ad-wear-footballs"><u>Scooter Braun may have had a hand</u></a> in the deal, but from the sounds of things, we know the actress at least set a meeting with the company and not the other way around. </p><div><blockquote><p>Sydney approached us, she was I think, hearing a lot about prediction markets and viewed it as an opportunity. She’s very savvy. She’s very sharp both on the creative and on the commercial side. Initially approached us interested in some sort of equity partnership and the conversation really went from there.</p></blockquote></div><p>It's a good fit, as the actress herself has proven to be quite sporty, and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-had-major-gains-to-play-90s-fighter-christy-martin-sounds-like-she-loved-it">got really into fitness</a> when she played Christy Martin last year (though her <a href="cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-response-to-nude-ad-backlash-more-shots-sports-balls-covering-body#mrfhud=true">foray into athletics has caused some backlash</a>). Fortinsky said Sweeney also played a big hand in crafting their “just sports” message, which at only two words is still quite memorable. Maybe not as memorable as an ad featuring the actress straddling a basketball hoop and playing tennis in tighty whities, but memorable nonetheless. </p><p>Sydney Sweeney’s shown a propensity for both business savvy <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-jeans-low-rise-cool-denim-trend-pictures-ae-2026"><u>AND trendsetting</u></a> over the last several years, and with more projects coming down the pipeline in Hollywood and beyond, that doubtless won’t slow down. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jessica Rawden ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gNi5ipvqyWREFVbs7Ehzx9-320-70.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background:&lt;/strong&gt; Jessica Rawden is Managing Editor at CinemaBlend. She’s been kicking out news stories at CinemaBlend since 2007 and joined the full-time staff in 2014. She oversees news content, hiring and training for the site, and her areas of expertise include theme parks, rom-coms, Hallmark (particularly Christmas movie season), reality TV, celebrity interviews and primetime. She loves a good animated movie.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jessica has a Masters in Library Science degree from Indiana University, and used to be found behind a reference desk most definitely not shushing people. She now uses those skills in researching and tracking down information in very different ways.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She’s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: A former soccer player and recent tennis addict, Jessica also enjoys running, both of the distance and sprint variety. When not at the movie theater or in a theme park, her other free time is spent in book clubs, hiking, drinking wine, binge-watching, keeping tabs on celebrity fashion and riding rollercoasters. Has a serious Hallmark habit and an even bigger record-buying habit. Will bake for compliments.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She’s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: &amp;nbsp;Hallmark Christmas movie season. Wearing socks to bed. &amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Over the last year or so, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-viral-underwear-stunt-made-a-big-splash-but-some-internet-users-cant-stop-roasting-it"><u>Sydney Sweeney has made her name synonymous with underwear</u></a>. She’s done this thanks to the launch of her Syrn, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-downtime-filming-syrn-model-scooter-braun-summer-2026"><u>her lingerie line she personally reps</u></a> when she has downtime between filming projects. The actress is <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/see-lingerie-video-that-got-sydney-sweeney-hot-water-hollywood-sign"><u>not shy about promoting her own product</u></a>, but when it comes to her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/celebrity-fashion">celebrity fashion</a> choices, there’s apparently one thing she hates: People betting on her underwear. </p><p>If you are familiar with online betting, you probably already know there are corners of the interwebs in which you can bet on nearly anything. There’s sports betting, of course, but you can also put money down on topics like <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/another-actress-topped-sydney-sweeney-next-bond-girl-odds-margaret-qualley"><u>who will be in the next James Bond movie</u></a>. Bets get weirder than that, of course. Every year people put money down on the Puppy Bowl or wild things President Trump may or may not say, and the bets only get seedier from there. </p><p>Sydney Sweeney is aware of factions of the Internet who will bet on her underwear color, and she didn’t want to support that. So, before <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads"><u>she donned footballs and only football</u></a>s to work with Novig, she wanted to confirm they’d be sticking to sports bets only. Then, they crafted a viral ad that’s been liked nearly a million times after its release.</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DdETzrvByqk/" target="_blank">A post shared by Sydney Sweeney (@sydney_sweeney)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>In an interview with <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qchk5pNYUaM&amp;t=1s"><u>Front Office Sports</u></a>, Co-founder and CEO Jacob Fortinsky opened up about what spurred Sweeney to say yes to them and not other betting companies. </p><div><blockquote><p>She said the reason she was excited about Novig was because we’re ‘just sports.’ She said, ‘I’m uncomfortable with some other platforms that have markets on you know what color underwear I’m going to wear, or whatever it may be. And you know, there’s something clean about just sports.’ That’s really what consumers are interested in. And there’s no beating around the bush about what the types of consumers are in this space, and who we are as a company.</p></blockquote></div><p>Intriguingly, it wasn’t Novig that approached Ms. Sweeney. Instead, the actress approached them after hearing about the space and wanting in on the ground floor – at least when it came to sports betting. Rumor has previously had it her new beau <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-savvy-business-deal-novig-ad-wear-footballs"><u>Scooter Braun may have had a hand</u></a> in the deal, but from the sounds of things, we know the actress at least set a meeting with the company and not the other way around. </p><div><blockquote><p>Sydney approached us, she was I think, hearing a lot about prediction markets and viewed it as an opportunity. She’s very savvy. She’s very sharp both on the creative and on the commercial side. Initially approached us interested in some sort of equity partnership and the conversation really went from there.</p></blockquote></div><p>It's a good fit, as the actress herself has proven to be quite sporty, and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-had-major-gains-to-play-90s-fighter-christy-martin-sounds-like-she-loved-it">got really into fitness</a> when she played Christy Martin last year (though her <a href="cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-response-to-nude-ad-backlash-more-shots-sports-balls-covering-body#mrfhud=true">foray into athletics has caused some backlash</a>). Fortinsky said Sweeney also played a big hand in crafting their “just sports” message, which at only two words is still quite memorable. Maybe not as memorable as an ad featuring the actress straddling a basketball hoop and playing tennis in tighty whities, but memorable nonetheless. </p><p>Sydney Sweeney’s shown a propensity for both business savvy <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-jeans-low-rise-cool-denim-trend-pictures-ae-2026"><u>AND trendsetting</u></a> over the last several years, and with more projects coming down the pipeline in Hollywood and beyond, that doubtless won’t slow down. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sydney Sweeney's Response To Nude Ad Backlash? Even More Shots Of Sports Balls Covering Her Body ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/Ds4BP2LY.html" id="Ds4BP2LY" title="Did Elle Fanning Use A Body Double For 'Margo’s Got Money Troubles’ Nude Scenes She Opens Up" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><p>As she’s wont to do, Sydney Sweeney amassed a slew of attention in the last week, this time for her partnership with the sports trading and prediction app Novig. Well, less for the partnership itself and more for the mostly nude ad campaign that she’s heading up. After the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads">first spot had her wearing nothing but footballs</a>, the actress’ fans were overly approving, but that wasn’t the case for the rest of the internet, and the (literally) cheeky Novig ad quickly earned criticisms from sports fans and female athletes. </p><div  class="fancy-box"><div class="fancy_box-title">More On Sydney Sweeney</div><div class="fancy_box_body"><p class="fancy-box__body-text"><ul><li><a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-givesanother-blonde-diana-wonder-woman-costume"><strong>Sydney Sweeney Gives Us Another Idea Of How A Blonde Diana Would Look In Wonder Woman Fit</strong></a></li><li><a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-apparently-thank-scooter-braun-helping-major-career-move"><strong>Sydney Sweeney Can Apparently Thank Scooter Braun For Helping Her Make Major Career Move</strong></a></li></ul></p></div></div><p>Part of the backlash has centered on the belief that Novig’s campaign trivializes women in sports, and that it sets back any progress made to change public perception on that topic. The majority of complaints out there are focused on the general lack of costuming, and the idea that Sweeney too often relies on using her body as a selling point in her marketing promotions (and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-do-what-makes-you-naked-help-wildfires">even her wildfire prevention messages</a>). Which doesn’t address the fact that it was <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-savvy-business-deal-novig-ad-wear-footballs">as much a lucrative business decision</a> as anything, and that she’s making bank. </p><p>Sweeney seemingly hasn’t publicly addressed all the smack talk about her commercial, but it’s not outside the realm of reality to think that her Instagram posts shared on NFL Sunday are an indirect and winking response to any and all haters out there. Rather than stepping back in any way, the <em>Euphoria</em> vet shared different posts to her main page and her Stories that show off her curves hidden behind a variety of sports equipment, including hockey sticks. </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DdOv62FkQnv/" target="_blank">A post shared by Sydney Sweeney (@sydney_sweeney)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>The heart of the post is a video that has also been shared on YouTube and elsewhere, in which the camera zooms up on a topless Sweeney in Novig underwear, saying, "It's gameday." Images make up the rest of the gallery, and fans can see the <em>Anyone But You</em> star using a variety of balls and other sports equipment beyond footballs to cover her nether regions. </p><p>We've got a tennis ball and racket in applicable spots, Sweeney laying down across a basketball, as well as her posing with a baseball bat, an oversized hockey stick(?), and a fun shot where she's got three different balls balancing on various body parts. </p><p>Even if she didn't directly address anyone adding to the online backlash for the Novig ads, Sweeney's post seems to make enough of a statement all on its own about how she feels. "Oh, you didn't like me covering my chest with footballs? What about all of the other ones?" Well not golf balls, since those wouldn't hide anything.</p><p>For her IG Stories, Sweeney posted the "It's gameday," video followed by a gallery of covers from ESPN Magazine's The Body Issue in years past. </p><p>The Novig partnership comes as Sweeney is also <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sweet-detail-sydney-sweeney-sewn-lingerie-line">promoting her  lingerie line SYRN</a>, though that reportedly <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-lingerie-brand-sold-out-early-report-claims-disaster-since">hasn’t been doing as well as anyone expected</a> following the immediate sell-out at launch. I'd be interesting to see if these ads have any effect on SYRN's sales. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Nick Venable ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TzeQjfZT5cKqHRsEqudtqT-320-70.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Nick Venable is an Assistant Managing Editor, and the TV Editor. His humble origin story with CinemaBlend began all the way back in the pre-streaming era, circa 2009, as a freelancing DVD reviewer and TV recapper. After rising up through the ranks covering Movies, Nick leapfrogged over to the small screen to cover more and more television news and interviews, eventually taking over the section for the current era. Born in Louisiana and currently living in Texas — Who Dat Nation over America’s Team all day, all night — Nick spent several years in the hospitality industry, and also worked as a 911 operator. And if you ever happened to hear his music or read his comics/short stories, you have his sympathy. His love for his wife and daughters is almost equaled by his love of gasp-for-breath laughter and gasp-for-breath horror. A lifetime spent in the vicinity of a television screen led to his current dream job, as well as his knowledge of too many TV themes and ad jingles.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Nick is one of those people who won’t necessarily insert a Monty Python reference into every conversation, but is still mentally equipped to do so. Beyond such appreciation for surreal UK comedy, Nick also indulges in as much horror splendor as possible, from Stephen King novels to James Tynion IV comics to Freddy Krueger one-liners to all things Mike Flanagan. Throw in a dash of NFL, some 311 and Weird Al, fried crawfish poboys, bourbon, ‘90s-era pro wrestling, crossword puzzles and mystery-driven video games, and baby, you got a stew going. (Nick will insert an Arrested Development reference into every conversation, if possible.)&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Excited About&lt;/strong&gt;: Anything Jeff Lemire, Tom King and W. Maxwell Prince think of, ever. More of Kelly Reilly’s deliriously fierce performances on Yellowstone. HBO’s The Last of Us. Clone High’s return. Colin Farrell’s Penguin being in every movie/TV show/breakfast cereal.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/Ds4BP2LY.html" id="Ds4BP2LY" title="Did Elle Fanning Use A Body Double For 'Margo’s Got Money Troubles’ Nude Scenes She Opens Up" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><p>As she’s wont to do, Sydney Sweeney amassed a slew of attention in the last week, this time for her partnership with the sports trading and prediction app Novig. Well, less for the partnership itself and more for the mostly nude ad campaign that she’s heading up. After the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads">first spot had her wearing nothing but footballs</a>, the actress’ fans were overly approving, but that wasn’t the case for the rest of the internet, and the (literally) cheeky Novig ad quickly earned criticisms from sports fans and female athletes. </p><div  class="fancy-box"><div class="fancy_box-title">More On Sydney Sweeney</div><div class="fancy_box_body"><p class="fancy-box__body-text"><ul><li><a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-givesanother-blonde-diana-wonder-woman-costume"><strong>Sydney Sweeney Gives Us Another Idea Of How A Blonde Diana Would Look In Wonder Woman Fit</strong></a></li><li><a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-apparently-thank-scooter-braun-helping-major-career-move"><strong>Sydney Sweeney Can Apparently Thank Scooter Braun For Helping Her Make Major Career Move</strong></a></li></ul></p></div></div><p>Part of the backlash has centered on the belief that Novig’s campaign trivializes women in sports, and that it sets back any progress made to change public perception on that topic. The majority of complaints out there are focused on the general lack of costuming, and the idea that Sweeney too often relies on using her body as a selling point in her marketing promotions (and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-do-what-makes-you-naked-help-wildfires">even her wildfire prevention messages</a>). Which doesn’t address the fact that it was <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-savvy-business-deal-novig-ad-wear-footballs">as much a lucrative business decision</a> as anything, and that she’s making bank. </p><p>Sweeney seemingly hasn’t publicly addressed all the smack talk about her commercial, but it’s not outside the realm of reality to think that her Instagram posts shared on NFL Sunday are an indirect and winking response to any and all haters out there. Rather than stepping back in any way, the <em>Euphoria</em> vet shared different posts to her main page and her Stories that show off her curves hidden behind a variety of sports equipment, including hockey sticks. </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DdOv62FkQnv/" target="_blank">A post shared by Sydney Sweeney (@sydney_sweeney)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>The heart of the post is a video that has also been shared on YouTube and elsewhere, in which the camera zooms up on a topless Sweeney in Novig underwear, saying, "It's gameday." Images make up the rest of the gallery, and fans can see the <em>Anyone But You</em> star using a variety of balls and other sports equipment beyond footballs to cover her nether regions. </p><p>We've got a tennis ball and racket in applicable spots, Sweeney laying down across a basketball, as well as her posing with a baseball bat, an oversized hockey stick(?), and a fun shot where she's got three different balls balancing on various body parts. </p><p>Even if she didn't directly address anyone adding to the online backlash for the Novig ads, Sweeney's post seems to make enough of a statement all on its own about how she feels. "Oh, you didn't like me covering my chest with footballs? What about all of the other ones?" Well not golf balls, since those wouldn't hide anything.</p><p>For her IG Stories, Sweeney posted the "It's gameday," video followed by a gallery of covers from ESPN Magazine's The Body Issue in years past. </p><p>The Novig partnership comes as Sweeney is also <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sweet-detail-sydney-sweeney-sewn-lingerie-line">promoting her  lingerie line SYRN</a>, though that reportedly <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-lingerie-brand-sold-out-early-report-claims-disaster-since">hasn’t been doing as well as anyone expected</a> following the immediate sell-out at launch. I'd be interesting to see if these ads have any effect on SYRN's sales. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Turns Out, It Was A Savvy Business Deal For Sydney Sweeney To Wear Nothing But Footballs In New Ad ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/Ds4BP2LY.html" id="Ds4BP2LY" title="Did Elle Fanning Use A Body Double For 'Margo’s Got Money Troubles’ Nude Scenes She Opens Up" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><p>Sydney Sweeney has had her share of viral jaw-dropping moments, from that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/see-lingerie-video-that-got-sydney-sweeney-hot-water-hollywood-sign">Hollywood sign stunt</a> to promote her Syrn line to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-turned-her-bathwater-into-soap-100-percent-explained-why">turning her bathwater into soap</a>. Her most recent partnership somehow takes things to a new level, with her ad for the sports trading app Novig showing her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads">wearing nothing but footballs</a> and other sporting equipment. For Sweeney, though, it turns out this collab was not just a viral moment: It was also quite the savvy business deal.</p><p>We’ve definitely seen Sydney Sweeney turn up the heat when she’s hawking products, especially when it comes to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-underwear-campaign-goes-even-more-viral-do-what-makes-you-naked-video">her own SYRN campaigns</a>. As for her Novig brand deal, founder Jacob Fortinsky said it was Sweeney who approached them, saying she was “interested in some kind of equity partnership.” Fortinsky told <a href="https://frontofficesports.com/article/novig-ceo-sydney-sweeney-forces-us-into-national-discourse/">Front Office Sports</a>:</p><div><blockquote><p>Sydney is great at captivating audiences and being the center of attention. In some sense, it forces us into the national discourse. … We’re very excited to have her on the cap table.</p></blockquote></div><p>Jacob Fortinsky confirmed Sydney Sweeney is now an equity holder in Novig, but he wouldn’t disclose her ownership stake or how much she made from the racy ad. In case you somehow missed Sweeney straddling a basketball goal, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DdETzrvByqk/">check out the full Novig ad</a> below:</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DdETzrvByqk/" target="_blank">A post shared by Sydney Sweeney (@sydney_sweeney)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>What drew Sydney Sweeney to this company in particular was reportedly its sole focus on sports, the Novig founder said. She was allegedly “uncomfortable” with some of the options other companies offer their clients, and she apparently helped to craft the message from her ad about, “No betting on wars or deaths, and no politics.”</p><p>Becoming an equity holder in Novig is quite the move from Sydney Sweeney, but it has me wondering if it's also yet another sign of how her boyfriend <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/one-thing-scooter-braun-bringing-table-amidst-new-sydney-sweeney-romance">Scooter Braun might be introducing her to new perspectives</a> within the business world. He also allegedly had a hand in <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-apparently-thank-scooter-braun-helping-major-career-move">Sweeney joining the talent agency CAA</a>, even reportedly going behind the back of his girlfriend’s manager to get her a meeting.</p><p>With Scooter Braun’s history as a talent manager, he’s reportedly been advising <em>The Housemaid</em> star on brand collaborations and endorsement deals. It’s unknown if he had a hand in the Novig partnership, but he allegedly has had <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/insider-shares-scooter-braun-alleged-feelings-sydney-sweeney-provacative-euphoria-scenes">“no issue” with the provocative work she did on <em>Euphoria</em></a>, so if that’s true, we can assume he’s on board with her wearing footballs as clothing.</p><p>That would be a good thing, because the Novig founder said there are more ad spots coming that feature Sydney Sweeney, with one being centered around “responsible trading.” It makes sense that she’d appear in multiple ads, now that she’s officially a big part of the company, so we can start letting our imaginations run wild about what’s to come.</p><p>In the meantime, though, she’s still got a couple of on-screen projects headed our way, though nothing for the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-movies-in-2026-new-movie-release-dates">2026 movie calendar</a>. In addition to the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2445860/a-live-action-gundam-movie-is-in-the-works">upcoming live-action <em>Gundam</em> movie</a>, Sydney Sweeney will also star in <em>The Housemaid’s Secret</em>, the sequel to 2025’s <em>The Housemaid</em>, which is streaming on Starz.</p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Heidi Venable ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/w7HQ9MvRSDd7diNpTmruW9-320-70.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Heidi Venable is a Content Producer for CinemaBlend. She started freelancing for the site in 2020 and officially came on board in 2021. Her job entails writing news stories and TV reactions from some of her favorite prime-time shows like Grey&#039;s Anatomy and The Bachelor. She graduated from Louisiana Tech University with a degree in Journalism and worked in the newspaper industry for almost two decades in multiple roles including Sports Editor, Page Designer and Online Editor.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Heidi grew up in the 1990s, and her tastes strongly reflect that. She can (and does) quote Friends constantly, enjoys a good West Wing binge, thinks Can&#039;t Hardly Wait was the most influential movie of her life and finds solace in 311 concerts. On Sundays during football season, she can be found cheering on the New Orleans Saints with her husband and two daughters. Who Dat! She loves to read but usually settles for a pop culture podcast, and thinks the best weekends are spent cooking and playing cards with friends and family, preferably with some UFC fights or other sporting event on TV.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Football season, Pumpkin Spice Lattes and everything related to fall and cooler weather. The Game of Roses podcast and all things The Bachelor, and new episodes of Grey&#039;s Anatomy, Love Is Blind, The Voice, OMITB and more.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/Ds4BP2LY.html" id="Ds4BP2LY" title="Did Elle Fanning Use A Body Double For 'Margo’s Got Money Troubles’ Nude Scenes She Opens Up" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><p>Sydney Sweeney has had her share of viral jaw-dropping moments, from that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/see-lingerie-video-that-got-sydney-sweeney-hot-water-hollywood-sign">Hollywood sign stunt</a> to promote her Syrn line to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-turned-her-bathwater-into-soap-100-percent-explained-why">turning her bathwater into soap</a>. Her most recent partnership somehow takes things to a new level, with her ad for the sports trading app Novig showing her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wearing-footballs-commercial-tops-bathwater-soap-ads">wearing nothing but footballs</a> and other sporting equipment. For Sweeney, though, it turns out this collab was not just a viral moment: It was also quite the savvy business deal.</p><p>We’ve definitely seen Sydney Sweeney turn up the heat when she’s hawking products, especially when it comes to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-underwear-campaign-goes-even-more-viral-do-what-makes-you-naked-video">her own SYRN campaigns</a>. As for her Novig brand deal, founder Jacob Fortinsky said it was Sweeney who approached them, saying she was “interested in some kind of equity partnership.” Fortinsky told <a href="https://frontofficesports.com/article/novig-ceo-sydney-sweeney-forces-us-into-national-discourse/">Front Office Sports</a>:</p><div><blockquote><p>Sydney is great at captivating audiences and being the center of attention. In some sense, it forces us into the national discourse. … We’re very excited to have her on the cap table.</p></blockquote></div><p>Jacob Fortinsky confirmed Sydney Sweeney is now an equity holder in Novig, but he wouldn’t disclose her ownership stake or how much she made from the racy ad. In case you somehow missed Sweeney straddling a basketball goal, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DdETzrvByqk/">check out the full Novig ad</a> below:</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DdETzrvByqk/" target="_blank">A post shared by Sydney Sweeney (@sydney_sweeney)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>What drew Sydney Sweeney to this company in particular was reportedly its sole focus on sports, the Novig founder said. She was allegedly “uncomfortable” with some of the options other companies offer their clients, and she apparently helped to craft the message from her ad about, “No betting on wars or deaths, and no politics.”</p><p>Becoming an equity holder in Novig is quite the move from Sydney Sweeney, but it has me wondering if it's also yet another sign of how her boyfriend <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/one-thing-scooter-braun-bringing-table-amidst-new-sydney-sweeney-romance">Scooter Braun might be introducing her to new perspectives</a> within the business world. He also allegedly had a hand in <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-apparently-thank-scooter-braun-helping-major-career-move">Sweeney joining the talent agency CAA</a>, even reportedly going behind the back of his girlfriend’s manager to get her a meeting.</p><p>With Scooter Braun’s history as a talent manager, he’s reportedly been advising <em>The Housemaid</em> star on brand collaborations and endorsement deals. It’s unknown if he had a hand in the Novig partnership, but he allegedly has had <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/insider-shares-scooter-braun-alleged-feelings-sydney-sweeney-provacative-euphoria-scenes">“no issue” with the provocative work she did on <em>Euphoria</em></a>, so if that’s true, we can assume he’s on board with her wearing footballs as clothing.</p><p>That would be a good thing, because the Novig founder said there are more ad spots coming that feature Sydney Sweeney, with one being centered around “responsible trading.” It makes sense that she’d appear in multiple ads, now that she’s officially a big part of the company, so we can start letting our imaginations run wild about what’s to come.</p><p>In the meantime, though, she’s still got a couple of on-screen projects headed our way, though nothing for the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-movies-in-2026-new-movie-release-dates">2026 movie calendar</a>. In addition to the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2445860/a-live-action-gundam-movie-is-in-the-works">upcoming live-action <em>Gundam</em> movie</a>, Sydney Sweeney will also star in <em>The Housemaid’s Secret</em>, the sequel to 2025’s <em>The Housemaid</em>, which is streaming on Starz.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ I Didn’t Think Sydney Sweeney Could Top Her Bathwater Soap Ads, But A New One Has Her Wearing Nothing But Footballs ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>While Sydney Sweeney is well-known for her work as an actress, she’s also solidified herself as a major marketeer of sorts. The A-lister has jumped into more than a few business ventures that have seen her star in various commercials. From the advert for her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-underwear-campaign-goes-even-more-viral-do-what-makes-you-naked-video">SYRN underwear campaign</a> to her infamous <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/one-great-way-sydney-sweeney-jeans-campaign-brouhaha-worked-pr-expert">American Eagle “Great Jeans” ad</a>, she’s landed quite a few deals. I’ve long believed Sweeney’s bathwater soap ad to be her most eclectic piece of marketing, though a new sports-related promo may now take that crown. </p><p>Sweeney has now joined forces with Novig, a trading app that allows fans to make predictions on major sporting developments. The company decided to emphasize their aim to assist sports traders by enlisting the <em>Euphoria</em> star for a near-minute-long ad that sees her nude or scantily clad. And, throughout the ad, Sweeney is seen covered only with footballs, pads and more. There’s also a cheeky bit to this commercial, as it sees the star constantly stating that the brand’s focus is “just sports.” Check it out:</p><div class="youtube-video" data-nosnippet ><div class="video-aspect-box"><iframe data-lazy-priority="low" data-lazy-src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/bp0T184hVY0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div></div><p>I’d really would have loved to have been in the pitch meeting for this particular commercial, because that had to have been an interesting sell. Just imagine someone saying, “What if Sydney Sweeney were to sit on top of a basketball rim while nude and spinning a ball on her finger?” Even with the <em>Christy</em> star’s tendency to be involved in wild ads, I’d be lying if I said I saw this coming. Still, from Novig’s standpoint, it’s understandable as to why they’d want to collaborate with a notable name like Sweeney. </p><p>As interesting as it’s been to see Sweeney navigate her acting career, it’s been even more intriguing to see how she’s landed brand deals. This latest one may be quite wild, but her decision to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-turned-her-bathwater-into-soap-100-percent-explained-why">sell soap infused with her own bathwater</a> over a year ago was particularly surprising. However, I suppose fans should’ve seen that coming, especially given that by that point, Sweeney had already taken to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/internet-advertising-sydney-sweeney-selling-products-from-bathtub-and-has-my-attention">selling body wash from a bathtub</a>. And it’s hard to deny her hustle, as the soap promotion ended up working out. </p><p>Sweeney’s team has seemingly become quite savvy with promotion at this point, so much so that it’s come to the point that the star can even use ads to poke fun at misfires. A firm example of that would be <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-nods-at-infamous-american-eagle-ad-cheeky-new-campaign">Sweeney nodding at the “great jeans” brouhaha</a> in a second American Eagle campaign. So, yeah, I think she and her collaborators have the hang of marketing at this point. </p><p>This ad also drops on the heels of Sweeney making a major career move. Just recently, the actress signed with CAA and, apparently, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-apparently-thank-scooter-braun-helping-major-career-move">she can thank boyfriend Scooter Braun</a> for setting up that meeting for her. It’s been reported that amid the relationship, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/one-thing-scooter-braun-bringing-table-amidst-new-sydney-sweeney-romance">Braun has been offering a variety of perspectives</a> in regard to business. Whether Sweeney consulted him on this latest sports ad is unclear. </p><p>Regardless of that, though, Sydney Sweeney continues to prove that she’s willing to get risqué when it comes to commercials. Now, my question is whether she can somehow top the sight of herself covered in just footballs. I suppose time will tell.</p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Erik Swann ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rXkznL7DwWNoGfjx998J3Q-320-70.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik Swann is a Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. He began working with the publication in 2020 when he was hired as Weekend Editor. Today, he continues to write, edit and handle social media responsibilities over the weekend. On weekdays, he also writes TV and movie-related news and helps out with editing and social media as needed. He graduated from the University of Maryland, where he received a degree in Broadcast Journalism. After shifting into multi-platform journalism, he started working as a freelance writer and editor before joining CB. During his time with the site, he&#039;s been able to cover some excellent TV shows and films and interview some wonderful stars.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik is a superhero fan, and his love for comic books began after he first watched Batman: The Animated Series as a child. He also enjoys comedies, action/adventure flicks, dramas and science fiction. He has a love for sports as well, particularly professional basketball. Though he&#039;s a Maryland/Washington D.C. native, he roots for the Boston Celtics. Some of his all-time favorite TV shows are BTAS, Breaking Bad, Sanford and Son, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Better Call Saul and Atlanta. And when it comes to movies, Beverly Hills Cop, A Raisin in the Sun, Toy Story, Iron Man, Star Wars, and Wall Street are among his favorites. He also enjoys a good pizza (preferably with pepperoni and mushrooms) while he&#039;s watching entertaining films and TV series.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, Reservation Dogs Season 3, Ahsoka, Loki Season 2, Invincible Season 2, Next Goal Wins and Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>While Sydney Sweeney is well-known for her work as an actress, she’s also solidified herself as a major marketeer of sorts. The A-lister has jumped into more than a few business ventures that have seen her star in various commercials. From the advert for her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-underwear-campaign-goes-even-more-viral-do-what-makes-you-naked-video">SYRN underwear campaign</a> to her infamous <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/one-great-way-sydney-sweeney-jeans-campaign-brouhaha-worked-pr-expert">American Eagle “Great Jeans” ad</a>, she’s landed quite a few deals. I’ve long believed Sweeney’s bathwater soap ad to be her most eclectic piece of marketing, though a new sports-related promo may now take that crown. </p><p>Sweeney has now joined forces with Novig, a trading app that allows fans to make predictions on major sporting developments. The company decided to emphasize their aim to assist sports traders by enlisting the <em>Euphoria</em> star for a near-minute-long ad that sees her nude or scantily clad. And, throughout the ad, Sweeney is seen covered only with footballs, pads and more. There’s also a cheeky bit to this commercial, as it sees the star constantly stating that the brand’s focus is “just sports.” Check it out:</p><div class="youtube-video" data-nosnippet ><div class="video-aspect-box"><iframe data-lazy-priority="low" data-lazy-src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/bp0T184hVY0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div></div><p>I’d really would have loved to have been in the pitch meeting for this particular commercial, because that had to have been an interesting sell. Just imagine someone saying, “What if Sydney Sweeney were to sit on top of a basketball rim while nude and spinning a ball on her finger?” Even with the <em>Christy</em> star’s tendency to be involved in wild ads, I’d be lying if I said I saw this coming. Still, from Novig’s standpoint, it’s understandable as to why they’d want to collaborate with a notable name like Sweeney. </p><p>As interesting as it’s been to see Sweeney navigate her acting career, it’s been even more intriguing to see how she’s landed brand deals. This latest one may be quite wild, but her decision to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-turned-her-bathwater-into-soap-100-percent-explained-why">sell soap infused with her own bathwater</a> over a year ago was particularly surprising. However, I suppose fans should’ve seen that coming, especially given that by that point, Sweeney had already taken to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/internet-advertising-sydney-sweeney-selling-products-from-bathtub-and-has-my-attention">selling body wash from a bathtub</a>. And it’s hard to deny her hustle, as the soap promotion ended up working out. </p><p>Sweeney’s team has seemingly become quite savvy with promotion at this point, so much so that it’s come to the point that the star can even use ads to poke fun at misfires. A firm example of that would be <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-nods-at-infamous-american-eagle-ad-cheeky-new-campaign">Sweeney nodding at the “great jeans” brouhaha</a> in a second American Eagle campaign. So, yeah, I think she and her collaborators have the hang of marketing at this point. </p><p>This ad also drops on the heels of Sweeney making a major career move. Just recently, the actress signed with CAA and, apparently, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-apparently-thank-scooter-braun-helping-major-career-move">she can thank boyfriend Scooter Braun</a> for setting up that meeting for her. It’s been reported that amid the relationship, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/one-thing-scooter-braun-bringing-table-amidst-new-sydney-sweeney-romance">Braun has been offering a variety of perspectives</a> in regard to business. Whether Sweeney consulted him on this latest sports ad is unclear. </p><p>Regardless of that, though, Sydney Sweeney continues to prove that she’s willing to get risqué when it comes to commercials. Now, my question is whether she can somehow top the sight of herself covered in just footballs. I suppose time will tell.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sydney Sweeney Can Apparently Thank Scooter Braun For Helping Her Make Major Career Move ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>Sydney Sweeney has continued to work steadily in Hollywood, as she’s lined up more than a few high-profile gigs in the past several years. At the same time, the <em>Anyone but You</em> star is also looking to expand her professional portfolio by diving into other enterprises <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sweet-detail-sydney-sweeney-sewn-lingerie-line">like lingerie lines</a> and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-turned-her-bathwater-into-soap-100-percent-explained-why">even bath soap</a>. It’s been reported that Sweeney has more than a few people in her corner, with boyfriend Scooter Braun being one of them. On that note, it now seems the actress can attribute a recent (and big) career move to Braun.</p><p>For the bulk of 2026, Sweeney has been without an agent when it comes to the acting side of her career, though that recently changed. It was recently reported that the A-lister was just signed by Creative Arts Agency (CAA) and, now, it seems there’s an interesting wrinkle to that development. According to <a href="https://puck.news/the-scooter-ification-of-sydney-sweeney/">Puck</a>, it was Braun who arranged for Sweeney to meet with CAA’s Kevin Huvane to discuss a signing. Not only that, but five different sources alleged that Braun went around Sweeney’s manager, Jennifer Millar. </p><p>This reported situation is notable for a few reasons, with one of those being the history between Millar and Sweeney. Millar previously served as the <em>Christy</em> star’s agent at Paradigm Talent Agency though, upon Millar’s departure from the brand in 2025, she took Sweeney with her to Brillstein Entertainment Partners and became her manager. As of this writing, Millar hasn’t formally commented on the CAA signing or Braun’s purported involvement. Yet another insider claimed she didn’t need to be made aware of the deal.</p><p>As for Braun, at this point, this isn’t the first time it’s been reported that he’s assisted Sweeney in career-related matters. Braun and Sweeney apparently started dating in 2025 and, since then, it’s been alleged that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/one-thing-scooter-braun-bringing-table-amidst-new-sydney-sweeney-romance">he brings a fresh perspective to the table</a>, especially regarding business opportunities. To that point, Puck also alleges that the former talent manager is advising his girlfriend on brand collaborations and endorsement deals. It’s also said that he’s helping Sweeney with PR-related affairs. </p><div  class="fancy-box"><div class="fancy_box-title">More on Sydney Sweeney</div><div class="fancy_box_body"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' ><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="TKcm97SVhcy9de47UuCUha" name="Sydney Sweeney" caption="" alt="Sydney Sweeney dressed in white, standing at dinner in The Housemaid (2025)." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TKcm97SVhcy9de47UuCUha-1920-80.jpg" mos="" link="" align="" fullscreen="" width="" height="" attribution="" endorsement="" class="pinterest-pin-exclude" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=""><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Lionsgate)</span></figcaption></figure><p class="fancy-box__body-text"><a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-scooter-brauns-sweet-date-night-tom-cruise-mission-impossible-gundam">Sydney Sweeney Called Out Tom Cruise On Her Wild 'Date Night' With Scooter Braun</a></p></div></div><p>There have also been reports regarding the dynamics of the Sweeney/Braun relationship, specifically in regard to the former’s body of work. Sources previously alleged that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/insider-shares-scooter-braun-alleged-feelings-sydney-sweeney-provacative-euphoria-scenes">Braun had no problem</a> with the racy scenes Sweeney filmed for <em>Euphoria</em>. While it’s also been asserted that the pair have leaned on each other for support, sources close to Sweeney’s family claim they’re uncomfortable with the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/scooter-braun-calling-shots-supportive-sydney-sweeney-insiders-conflict">supposed amount of influence Braun has</a> over her business dealings.</p><p>Regardless of what the specific dynamics in the relationship are, Sweeney is still making waves in the industry. From an acting standpoint, she’s already booked two gigs for <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-2027-movies-new-release-dates-theaters-streaming">2027 movie schedule</a>, which are <em>The Custom of the Country</em> and the highly anticipated <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/features/upcoming-book-to-screen-adaptations-what-to-read-before-the-movie-or-tv-show">book-to-screen adaptation</a> <em>The Housemaid’s Secret</em>. Sweeney has also booked a major blockbuster in the form of the upcoming <em>Gundam</em> movie.</p><p>It’s definitely clear that Sydney Sweeney’s star is still rising, and it’ll be interesting to see how she continues to navigate the entertainment industry. Additionally, I’m intrigued as to whether or not Scooter Braun will reportedly continue to lend a hand when it comes to his lady’s career. Considering that the two don’t discuss their relationship in depth, the chances of either of them providing some clarity on this front seems slim at the moment.</p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Erik Swann ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rXkznL7DwWNoGfjx998J3Q-320-70.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik Swann is a Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. He began working with the publication in 2020 when he was hired as Weekend Editor. Today, he continues to write, edit and handle social media responsibilities over the weekend. On weekdays, he also writes TV and movie-related news and helps out with editing and social media as needed. He graduated from the University of Maryland, where he received a degree in Broadcast Journalism. After shifting into multi-platform journalism, he started working as a freelance writer and editor before joining CB. During his time with the site, he&#039;s been able to cover some excellent TV shows and films and interview some wonderful stars.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik is a superhero fan, and his love for comic books began after he first watched Batman: The Animated Series as a child. He also enjoys comedies, action/adventure flicks, dramas and science fiction. He has a love for sports as well, particularly professional basketball. Though he&#039;s a Maryland/Washington D.C. native, he roots for the Boston Celtics. Some of his all-time favorite TV shows are BTAS, Breaking Bad, Sanford and Son, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Better Call Saul and Atlanta. And when it comes to movies, Beverly Hills Cop, A Raisin in the Sun, Toy Story, Iron Man, Star Wars, and Wall Street are among his favorites. He also enjoys a good pizza (preferably with pepperoni and mushrooms) while he&#039;s watching entertaining films and TV series.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, Reservation Dogs Season 3, Ahsoka, Loki Season 2, Invincible Season 2, Next Goal Wins and Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Sydney Sweeney has continued to work steadily in Hollywood, as she’s lined up more than a few high-profile gigs in the past several years. At the same time, the <em>Anyone but You</em> star is also looking to expand her professional portfolio by diving into other enterprises <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sweet-detail-sydney-sweeney-sewn-lingerie-line">like lingerie lines</a> and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-turned-her-bathwater-into-soap-100-percent-explained-why">even bath soap</a>. It’s been reported that Sweeney has more than a few people in her corner, with boyfriend Scooter Braun being one of them. On that note, it now seems the actress can attribute a recent (and big) career move to Braun.</p><p>For the bulk of 2026, Sweeney has been without an agent when it comes to the acting side of her career, though that recently changed. It was recently reported that the A-lister was just signed by Creative Arts Agency (CAA) and, now, it seems there’s an interesting wrinkle to that development. According to <a href="https://puck.news/the-scooter-ification-of-sydney-sweeney/">Puck</a>, it was Braun who arranged for Sweeney to meet with CAA’s Kevin Huvane to discuss a signing. Not only that, but five different sources alleged that Braun went around Sweeney’s manager, Jennifer Millar. </p><p>This reported situation is notable for a few reasons, with one of those being the history between Millar and Sweeney. Millar previously served as the <em>Christy</em> star’s agent at Paradigm Talent Agency though, upon Millar’s departure from the brand in 2025, she took Sweeney with her to Brillstein Entertainment Partners and became her manager. As of this writing, Millar hasn’t formally commented on the CAA signing or Braun’s purported involvement. Yet another insider claimed she didn’t need to be made aware of the deal.</p><p>As for Braun, at this point, this isn’t the first time it’s been reported that he’s assisted Sweeney in career-related matters. Braun and Sweeney apparently started dating in 2025 and, since then, it’s been alleged that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/one-thing-scooter-braun-bringing-table-amidst-new-sydney-sweeney-romance">he brings a fresh perspective to the table</a>, especially regarding business opportunities. To that point, Puck also alleges that the former talent manager is advising his girlfriend on brand collaborations and endorsement deals. It’s also said that he’s helping Sweeney with PR-related affairs. </p><div  class="fancy-box"><div class="fancy_box-title">More on Sydney Sweeney</div><div class="fancy_box_body"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' ><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="TKcm97SVhcy9de47UuCUha" name="Sydney Sweeney" caption="" alt="Sydney Sweeney dressed in white, standing at dinner in The Housemaid (2025)." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TKcm97SVhcy9de47UuCUha-1920-80.jpg" mos="" link="" align="" fullscreen="" width="" height="" attribution="" endorsement="" class="pinterest-pin-exclude" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=""><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Lionsgate)</span></figcaption></figure><p class="fancy-box__body-text"><a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-scooter-brauns-sweet-date-night-tom-cruise-mission-impossible-gundam">Sydney Sweeney Called Out Tom Cruise On Her Wild 'Date Night' With Scooter Braun</a></p></div></div><p>There have also been reports regarding the dynamics of the Sweeney/Braun relationship, specifically in regard to the former’s body of work. Sources previously alleged that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/insider-shares-scooter-braun-alleged-feelings-sydney-sweeney-provacative-euphoria-scenes">Braun had no problem</a> with the racy scenes Sweeney filmed for <em>Euphoria</em>. While it’s also been asserted that the pair have leaned on each other for support, sources close to Sweeney’s family claim they’re uncomfortable with the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/scooter-braun-calling-shots-supportive-sydney-sweeney-insiders-conflict">supposed amount of influence Braun has</a> over her business dealings.</p><p>Regardless of what the specific dynamics in the relationship are, Sweeney is still making waves in the industry. From an acting standpoint, she’s already booked two gigs for <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-2027-movies-new-release-dates-theaters-streaming">2027 movie schedule</a>, which are <em>The Custom of the Country</em> and the highly anticipated <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/features/upcoming-book-to-screen-adaptations-what-to-read-before-the-movie-or-tv-show">book-to-screen adaptation</a> <em>The Housemaid’s Secret</em>. Sweeney has also booked a major blockbuster in the form of the upcoming <em>Gundam</em> movie.</p><p>It’s definitely clear that Sydney Sweeney’s star is still rising, and it’ll be interesting to see how she continues to navigate the entertainment industry. Additionally, I’m intrigued as to whether or not Scooter Braun will reportedly continue to lend a hand when it comes to his lady’s career. Considering that the two don’t discuss their relationship in depth, the chances of either of them providing some clarity on this front seems slim at the moment.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sydney Sweeney's Sheer Halter Top And Baggy Shorts Make An Outfit Combo I Didn't Know I Needed ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/KoIpraFP.html" id="KoIpraFP" title="Dakota Johnson Always Rocks Her Tan Lines On The Red Carpet, And It's So Refreshing" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><p>Sydney Sweeney has been all about her lingerie line Syrn lately, especially with her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sweet-detail-sydney-sweeney-sewn-lingerie-line">“Birthday Boobs” collection making its debut</a> this month in celebration of her birthday. As the actress arrived in Italy for the Venice Film Festival on Wednesday, there were definitely elements of her outfit that suggested bedroom attire — particularly her lacy halter top — but her baggy shorts created a unique combination that I’m absolutely obsessed with.</p><p>While Sydney Sweeney doesn’t have any features planned for the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-movies-in-2026-new-movie-release-dates">2026 movie calendar</a>, she spent the summer in Australia filming <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2445860/a-live-action-gundam-movie-is-in-the-works"><em>Gundam</em>, a live-action anime adaptation</a> for Netflix. But she took some time away from the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sydney-sweeneys-australia-gundam-filming-scooter-braun-bikinis-picnic-titanic">beaches, bikinis and Braun</a> (boyfriend Scooter Braun, that is) to make an appearance in Venice on behalf of Armani Beauty. Check out this gorgeous outfit:</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1334px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:149.93%;"><img id="nzXo3diXcSKWxLE7CMEfeN" name="GettyImages-2293190759" alt="Sydney Sweeney is seen during the 83rd Venice International Film Festival on September 02, 2026 in Venice, Italy." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nzXo3diXcSKWxLE7CMEfeN-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1334" height="2000" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Photo by Stefano Mazzola/GC Images)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Sydney Sweeney showed a good bit of skin in her ruffled lace halter top, which covered her chest but little more with the see-through fabric. Hints of underboob peeked out from behind the nude fabric, while her midsection was left mostly bare. The top formed a diamond shape, as the lace wrapped behind her neck and fell to a point at her belly button.</p><p>It’s not rare to see Sydney Sweeney in such a sexy, feminine top, but she really proved why she’s such a big name in <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/celebrity-fashion">celebrity fashion</a> by how she paired it with baggy Bermuda shorts. </p><p>The khaki shorts were tied at the waist with a thick belt, both of which matched the color of her halter top exactly, as they came all the way down to her knees. I wouldn’t have thought the sheer, ruffled top would pair so perfectly with the casual pants, but the actress easily pulls it off.</p><p>She kept the nude theme going with clear open-toed heels, and she carried a small Fendi purse, accessorizing with sleek rectangle-framed sunglasses and diamond stud earrings.</p><p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-jeans-low-rise-cool-denim-trend-pictures-ae-2026">Sydney Sweeney has been bringing low-rise jeans back</a> lately in her partnership with American Eagle, so these Bermuda shorts are perfectly on brand with the other midriff-baring looks she’s been serving.</p><p>What else is on brand about her Venice Film Festival look? Showing skin, and lots of it. Sydney Sweeney’s viral lingerie line <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-viral-lingerie-line-sold-out-faster-than-she-guessed">Syrn sold out quickly at first</a>, but reports have indicated the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-lingerie-brand-sold-out-early-report-claims-disaster-since">excitement surrounding the brand hasn’t sustained</a>. That can’t be for lack of effort on Sweeney’s part, because her Instagram page is filled with <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-downtime-filming-syrn-model-scooter-braun-summer-2026">pics of her rocking the alluring items</a>.</p><p>She’s also notably been using her platform for a good cause. Last month, Sydney <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-do-what-makes-you-naked-help-wildfires">Sweeney donated profits from her “Do What Makes You Naked” campaign</a> to help with the wildfires in Spokane, Washington.</p><p>I’ve got a feeling the amazing combination that Sydney Sweeney showed off in Venice isn’t the only jaw-dropping fashion moment she’ll provide during the film festival. We’ll definitely be keeping our eyes open for the next show-stopping look.</p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/KoIpraFP.html" id="KoIpraFP" title="Dakota Johnson Always Rocks Her Tan Lines On The Red Carpet, And It's So Refreshing" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><p>Sydney Sweeney has been all about her lingerie line Syrn lately, especially with her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sweet-detail-sydney-sweeney-sewn-lingerie-line">“Birthday Boobs” collection making its debut</a> this month in celebration of her birthday. As the actress arrived in Italy for the Venice Film Festival on Wednesday, there were definitely elements of her outfit that suggested bedroom attire — particularly her lacy halter top — but her baggy shorts created a unique combination that I’m absolutely obsessed with.</p><p>While Sydney Sweeney doesn’t have any features planned for the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-movies-in-2026-new-movie-release-dates">2026 movie calendar</a>, she spent the summer in Australia filming <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2445860/a-live-action-gundam-movie-is-in-the-works"><em>Gundam</em>, a live-action anime adaptation</a> for Netflix. But she took some time away from the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sydney-sweeneys-australia-gundam-filming-scooter-braun-bikinis-picnic-titanic">beaches, bikinis and Braun</a> (boyfriend Scooter Braun, that is) to make an appearance in Venice on behalf of Armani Beauty. Check out this gorgeous outfit:</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1334px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:149.93%;"><img id="nzXo3diXcSKWxLE7CMEfeN" name="GettyImages-2293190759" alt="Sydney Sweeney is seen during the 83rd Venice International Film Festival on September 02, 2026 in Venice, Italy." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nzXo3diXcSKWxLE7CMEfeN-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1334" height="2000" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Photo by Stefano Mazzola/GC Images)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Sydney Sweeney showed a good bit of skin in her ruffled lace halter top, which covered her chest but little more with the see-through fabric. Hints of underboob peeked out from behind the nude fabric, while her midsection was left mostly bare. The top formed a diamond shape, as the lace wrapped behind her neck and fell to a point at her belly button.</p><p>It’s not rare to see Sydney Sweeney in such a sexy, feminine top, but she really proved why she’s such a big name in <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/celebrity-fashion">celebrity fashion</a> by how she paired it with baggy Bermuda shorts. </p><p>The khaki shorts were tied at the waist with a thick belt, both of which matched the color of her halter top exactly, as they came all the way down to her knees. I wouldn’t have thought the sheer, ruffled top would pair so perfectly with the casual pants, but the actress easily pulls it off.</p><p>She kept the nude theme going with clear open-toed heels, and she carried a small Fendi purse, accessorizing with sleek rectangle-framed sunglasses and diamond stud earrings.</p><p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-jeans-low-rise-cool-denim-trend-pictures-ae-2026">Sydney Sweeney has been bringing low-rise jeans back</a> lately in her partnership with American Eagle, so these Bermuda shorts are perfectly on brand with the other midriff-baring looks she’s been serving.</p><p>What else is on brand about her Venice Film Festival look? Showing skin, and lots of it. Sydney Sweeney’s viral lingerie line <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-viral-lingerie-line-sold-out-faster-than-she-guessed">Syrn sold out quickly at first</a>, but reports have indicated the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-lingerie-brand-sold-out-early-report-claims-disaster-since">excitement surrounding the brand hasn’t sustained</a>. That can’t be for lack of effort on Sweeney’s part, because her Instagram page is filled with <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-downtime-filming-syrn-model-scooter-braun-summer-2026">pics of her rocking the alluring items</a>.</p><p>She’s also notably been using her platform for a good cause. Last month, Sydney <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-do-what-makes-you-naked-help-wildfires">Sweeney donated profits from her “Do What Makes You Naked” campaign</a> to help with the wildfires in Spokane, Washington.</p><p>I’ve got a feeling the amazing combination that Sydney Sweeney showed off in Venice isn’t the only jaw-dropping fashion moment she’ll provide during the film festival. We’ll definitely be keeping our eyes open for the next show-stopping look.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Sweet Detail Sydney Sweeney Just Had Sewn Into Her Newest Lingerie Line ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>Ever since <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-viral-underwear-stunt-made-a-big-splash-but-some-internet-users-cant-stop-roasting-it"><u>launching her own size-inclusive lingerie line</u></a>, SYRN, Sydney Sweeney has been making headlines for it. Now, it's the talk of the town because her latest drop features a detail that's incredibly sweet and thoughtful. </p><p>The <em>Smart Objects</em> actress previously expressed that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/what-sydney-sweeney-wants-people-know-new-syrn-fashion-line"><u>her inspiration for the lingerie brand</u></a> was to show that everyone’s “boobs and bodies” are unique, with full representation of all sizes. But according to a press release shared by <a href="https://www.instyle.com/sydney-sweeney-sheer-black-bra-thong-garter-birthday-boobs-syrn-collection-exclusive-12068936"><u>InStyle</u></a>, Sweeney added another message sewn into the brand’s new collection, “Birthday Boobs,” that’s too sweet:</p><div><blockquote><p>It’s like a love note you get to wear. If you look closely, you can see my handwritten ‘I really love you’ woven into the embroidery.</p></blockquote></div><p>Aww, that’s just too cute! Spreading your love to women of different shapes and sizes in the lingerie they’re wearing is the perfect way for <em>The Housemaid</em> actress to show fans that they’re all beautiful and loved. To me, an inspirational message like that seems a whole lot better than an autograph.</p><p>For more context on “Birthday Boobs,” her new lingerie line will be dropped during her birthday month of September. In the same press release, Sweeney revealed she wanted her upcoming collection to feel “really feminine and special” to her. With the undergarment attire coming in 44 bra sizes and three colors - baby pink, baby blue, and black - adding a touch of embroidery is the icing on the cake for any woman to feel special while wearing the brand.</p><p>When SYRN first launched, it was <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-viral-lingerie-line-sold-out-faster-than-she-guessed"><u>selling out</u></a> faster than predicted. Since then, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-downtime-filming-syrn-model-scooter-braun-summer-2026">Sweeney has consistently promoted it</a>. Now she's back at it again with her birthday drop that features this lovely little message. </p><p>However, allegations surfaced that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-lingerie-brand-sold-out-early-report-claims-disaster-since"><u>SYRN has reportedly been a “disaster,”</u></a> with claims that sales had been decreasing. With Sweeney’s new embroidery sewn onto the “Birthday Boobs” collection, I’d like to believe more women will be getting in line to buy these garments, knowing the <em>Anyone But You </em>actress’s hemmed message will inspire women to not only look beautiful but feel beautiful.</p><p>Along with releasing lingerie to empower women, Sweeney has plenty of movies to look forward to, such as the upcoming tragicomedy <em>The Custom of the Country.</em> She’ll also be in the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/features/upcoming-book-to-screen-adaptations-what-to-read-before-the-movie-or-tv-show"><u>book-to-screen adaptation</u></a> of <em>The Housemaid</em>'s<em> </em>sequel, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-colman-domingo-new-movie-how-will-that-fit-euphoria-season-3-duties"><u>collaborating with Colman Domingo in </u><u><em>Scandalous!</em></u></a><em>, </em>and a reimagining of <em>The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.</em> With so many exciting projects on the horizon, the Emmy nominee is continuing to make waves in the film and fashion scene in the best way.</p><p>With Sydney Sweeney’s sweet message of love embroidered in her new lingerie brand, it’s clear she wants women to carry her mission to love their bodies and embrace what makes them unique. After all, confidence and self-love can never go out of style.</p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Carly Levy ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WhWLeh9yrwXXtWqGkJnZuM-320-70.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Carly Levy has been a freelance writer for CinemaBlend starting in 2022 covering mostly movies with a sprinkle of television. After graduating at Florida Atlantic University with a degree in film and theater in 2015, she worked for a year as a journalist for Talk Media covering South Florida news. In 2017, she spent four years as a ghostwriter writing about addiction and mental health for rehab and therapy blogs. Now, she divides her time writing about the subjects of both entertainment and mental health issues.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What They&#039;re Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Carly is an avid cinephile who is always looking for the next best film to watch whether it goes back to the silent film era to what&#039;s playing in theaters. Her analytical mindset enhances her writing as she gains true understanding of the characters and stories that makes a movie great enough to write about. Her passion ranges from following film scavenger hunts on Letterboxd to discover new films and creating watchlists based on the latest trailers. She enjoys the originality and freshness indie cinema brings, particularly A24 films. During her spare time, Carly loves to listen to post hardcore rock music, watch classic television sitcoms, and reads a variety of books. She also likes to challenge her writing by writing essays on various trending topics that draw her eye.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What They&#039;re Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: The latest movies hitting the &quot;Big Five&quot; film festivals (especially Venice and Sundance). Anything A24 and Wes Anderson touches. Continuously making my mark through my writing and creating watchlists. &lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Ever since <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-viral-underwear-stunt-made-a-big-splash-but-some-internet-users-cant-stop-roasting-it"><u>launching her own size-inclusive lingerie line</u></a>, SYRN, Sydney Sweeney has been making headlines for it. Now, it's the talk of the town because her latest drop features a detail that's incredibly sweet and thoughtful. </p><p>The <em>Smart Objects</em> actress previously expressed that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/what-sydney-sweeney-wants-people-know-new-syrn-fashion-line"><u>her inspiration for the lingerie brand</u></a> was to show that everyone’s “boobs and bodies” are unique, with full representation of all sizes. But according to a press release shared by <a href="https://www.instyle.com/sydney-sweeney-sheer-black-bra-thong-garter-birthday-boobs-syrn-collection-exclusive-12068936"><u>InStyle</u></a>, Sweeney added another message sewn into the brand’s new collection, “Birthday Boobs,” that’s too sweet:</p><div><blockquote><p>It’s like a love note you get to wear. If you look closely, you can see my handwritten ‘I really love you’ woven into the embroidery.</p></blockquote></div><p>Aww, that’s just too cute! Spreading your love to women of different shapes and sizes in the lingerie they’re wearing is the perfect way for <em>The Housemaid</em> actress to show fans that they’re all beautiful and loved. To me, an inspirational message like that seems a whole lot better than an autograph.</p><p>For more context on “Birthday Boobs,” her new lingerie line will be dropped during her birthday month of September. In the same press release, Sweeney revealed she wanted her upcoming collection to feel “really feminine and special” to her. With the undergarment attire coming in 44 bra sizes and three colors - baby pink, baby blue, and black - adding a touch of embroidery is the icing on the cake for any woman to feel special while wearing the brand.</p><p>When SYRN first launched, it was <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-viral-lingerie-line-sold-out-faster-than-she-guessed"><u>selling out</u></a> faster than predicted. Since then, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-downtime-filming-syrn-model-scooter-braun-summer-2026">Sweeney has consistently promoted it</a>. Now she's back at it again with her birthday drop that features this lovely little message. </p><p>However, allegations surfaced that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-lingerie-brand-sold-out-early-report-claims-disaster-since"><u>SYRN has reportedly been a “disaster,”</u></a> with claims that sales had been decreasing. With Sweeney’s new embroidery sewn onto the “Birthday Boobs” collection, I’d like to believe more women will be getting in line to buy these garments, knowing the <em>Anyone But You </em>actress’s hemmed message will inspire women to not only look beautiful but feel beautiful.</p><p>Along with releasing lingerie to empower women, Sweeney has plenty of movies to look forward to, such as the upcoming tragicomedy <em>The Custom of the Country.</em> She’ll also be in the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/features/upcoming-book-to-screen-adaptations-what-to-read-before-the-movie-or-tv-show"><u>book-to-screen adaptation</u></a> of <em>The Housemaid</em>'s<em> </em>sequel, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-colman-domingo-new-movie-how-will-that-fit-euphoria-season-3-duties"><u>collaborating with Colman Domingo in </u><u><em>Scandalous!</em></u></a><em>, </em>and a reimagining of <em>The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.</em> With so many exciting projects on the horizon, the Emmy nominee is continuing to make waves in the film and fashion scene in the best way.</p><p>With Sydney Sweeney’s sweet message of love embroidered in her new lingerie brand, it’s clear she wants women to carry her mission to love their bodies and embrace what makes them unique. After all, confidence and self-love can never go out of style.</p>
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                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>Sydney Sweeney is pretty fearless in a lot of ways. She’s sporty, she <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/what-does-sydney-sweeney-do-acting-downtime-bronco-euphoria-co-stars-confused"><u>works on her own cars </u></a>(Broncos specifically), her <em>Euphoria</em> Season 3 plotlines <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeneys-storyline-euphoria-season-3-backlash-creator-explained-why-shes-brilliant-sam-levinson"><u>were not for the faint of heart</u></a>. Oh yeah, and she dove into the producing realm to take more control over the projects she’s in. Now, she’s taking a move from Tom Cruise’s <em>Mission: Impossible</em> book and walking on the wings of airplanes… for a fun date with Scooter Braun? </p><p>We know Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun have spent a lot of time together this summer. <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sydney-sweeneys-australia-gundam-filming-scooter-braun-bikinis-picnic-titanic"><u>He visited her down under</u></a> when <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-returned-australia-whereanyone-but-you-shot-sequel-gundam-netflix"><u>she was filming </u><u><em>Gundam</em></u></a>. She came back to the States so she <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/knicks-give-free-tickets-celebs-expectations-emily-ratajkowski-ben-stiller"><u>could be one of the celebs</u></a> to watch New York's beloved Knicks win the NBA championship. Now they are getting into their plane stunt era, and she is specifically calling out Cruise. Take a look. </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DcbXHY9R2RP/" target="_blank">A post shared by Sydney Sweeney (@sydney_sweeney)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>Yeah, this is like a safer, strapped in version of Tom Cruise <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/bts-footage-tom-cruises-plane-stunt-in-mission-impossible-the-final-reckoning-my-stomach-in-knots-love-it">crawling around the outside of the plane</a> in <em>Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning</em>. Still, I’m not sure I would have the stones to commit to getting out there on the outside of a plane like the actress does. Maybe more action-adventure movies are in her future? She seems up for the task, considering the fact that earlier this summer <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DbOFlNMFq9z/?img_index=11">she also posted</a> about flying in helicopters, bungee jumping off a very high platform, racing go-karts and riding around in a very fast boat. Clearly, she's up for an adrenaline rush. </p><p>I thought she was out there just trying her hand at stunt work for giggles, but later in the week she confirmed this was for yet another date day with Scooter Braun. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:177.85%;"><img id="zupNFq8DD2Hk6iuYZUjsLd" name="syd and scooter" alt="Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun on their plane date 2026." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/zupNFq8DD2Hk6iuYZUjsLd-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="3557" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Scooter Braun via Sydney Sweeney)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Rumors that the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/celebrity-couples">celebrity couple </a>were <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-relationship-scooter-braun-reportedly-date-back-to-jeff-bezos-wedding"><u>an item started swirling in 2025</u></a>, but Scooter Braun didn’t actively open up about the “extraordinary woman” he’s been dating until May of this year. As noted prior, over the summer, they amped things up a notch with many destination adventures, including this plane-oriented date. Here’s the plane with Scooter on top of it. </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DcdzNDwFrrl/" target="_blank">A post shared by Scott Braun (@scooterbraun)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>I'm interested in all of this high-octane content, because it kind of gives us an idea of what the actress is capable of as we approach the release of her high-profile <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/2026-netflix-movie-tv-show-release-dates">upcoming Netflix movie</a>. <em>Gundam</em>'s being described as a science fiction space adventure with an action bent, and it's based on a Japanese anime franchise with a built-in fanbase. It's been coming together <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2445860/a-live-action-gundam-movie-is-in-the-works">for what feels like forever</a>, and it looks like Sweeney has the adventurous spirit for the role. </p><p>Sydney Sweeney walking on the wings of a plane would have always had my attention, regardless of any Tom Cruise comparisons, but the fact she’s gunning for the famous actor and stunt expert has me enjoying her content even more. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                <p>Sydney Sweeney is pretty fearless in a lot of ways. She’s sporty, she <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/what-does-sydney-sweeney-do-acting-downtime-bronco-euphoria-co-stars-confused"><u>works on her own cars </u></a>(Broncos specifically), her <em>Euphoria</em> Season 3 plotlines <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeneys-storyline-euphoria-season-3-backlash-creator-explained-why-shes-brilliant-sam-levinson"><u>were not for the faint of heart</u></a>. Oh yeah, and she dove into the producing realm to take more control over the projects she’s in. Now, she’s taking a move from Tom Cruise’s <em>Mission: Impossible</em> book and walking on the wings of airplanes… for a fun date with Scooter Braun? </p><p>We know Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun have spent a lot of time together this summer. <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sydney-sweeneys-australia-gundam-filming-scooter-braun-bikinis-picnic-titanic"><u>He visited her down under</u></a> when <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-returned-australia-whereanyone-but-you-shot-sequel-gundam-netflix"><u>she was filming </u><u><em>Gundam</em></u></a>. She came back to the States so she <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/knicks-give-free-tickets-celebs-expectations-emily-ratajkowski-ben-stiller"><u>could be one of the celebs</u></a> to watch New York's beloved Knicks win the NBA championship. Now they are getting into their plane stunt era, and she is specifically calling out Cruise. Take a look. </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DcbXHY9R2RP/" target="_blank">A post shared by Sydney Sweeney (@sydney_sweeney)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>Yeah, this is like a safer, strapped in version of Tom Cruise <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/bts-footage-tom-cruises-plane-stunt-in-mission-impossible-the-final-reckoning-my-stomach-in-knots-love-it">crawling around the outside of the plane</a> in <em>Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning</em>. Still, I’m not sure I would have the stones to commit to getting out there on the outside of a plane like the actress does. Maybe more action-adventure movies are in her future? She seems up for the task, considering the fact that earlier this summer <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DbOFlNMFq9z/?img_index=11">she also posted</a> about flying in helicopters, bungee jumping off a very high platform, racing go-karts and riding around in a very fast boat. Clearly, she's up for an adrenaline rush. </p><p>I thought she was out there just trying her hand at stunt work for giggles, but later in the week she confirmed this was for yet another date day with Scooter Braun. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:177.85%;"><img id="zupNFq8DD2Hk6iuYZUjsLd" name="syd and scooter" alt="Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun on their plane date 2026." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/zupNFq8DD2Hk6iuYZUjsLd-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="3557" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Scooter Braun via Sydney Sweeney)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Rumors that the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/celebrity-couples">celebrity couple </a>were <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-relationship-scooter-braun-reportedly-date-back-to-jeff-bezos-wedding"><u>an item started swirling in 2025</u></a>, but Scooter Braun didn’t actively open up about the “extraordinary woman” he’s been dating until May of this year. As noted prior, over the summer, they amped things up a notch with many destination adventures, including this plane-oriented date. Here’s the plane with Scooter on top of it. </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DcdzNDwFrrl/" target="_blank">A post shared by Scott Braun (@scooterbraun)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>I'm interested in all of this high-octane content, because it kind of gives us an idea of what the actress is capable of as we approach the release of her high-profile <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/2026-netflix-movie-tv-show-release-dates">upcoming Netflix movie</a>. <em>Gundam</em>'s being described as a science fiction space adventure with an action bent, and it's based on a Japanese anime franchise with a built-in fanbase. It's been coming together <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2445860/a-live-action-gundam-movie-is-in-the-works">for what feels like forever</a>, and it looks like Sweeney has the adventurous spirit for the role. </p><p>Sydney Sweeney walking on the wings of a plane would have always had my attention, regardless of any Tom Cruise comparisons, but the fact she’s gunning for the famous actor and stunt expert has me enjoying her content even more. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sydney Sweeney Gives Us Another Idea Of How A Blonde Diana Would Look In Wonder Woman Fit ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/cI2VENG8.html" id="cI2VENG8" title="Tom Rhys Harries Doesn't Think Clayface Is 'Broody' Enough To Hang With Robert Pattinson's Batman" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><p>Sydney Sweeney has stepped out of the superhero spotlight after appearing as Julia Cornwall in <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/superheroes/sydney-sweeney-3-big-reasons-it-doesnt-matter-madame-web-flopped"><u>Sony’s (panned) </u><u><em>Madame Web</em></u></a>. However, the actress just paid homage to a very different hero. The <em>Housemaid </em>actress recently shared some photos, including a prominent snapshot of herself in a Wonder Woman costume. Now, fans are getting another glimpse at what a blonde Diana of Themyscira might look like (and I’m kind of on board). </p><p>By way of a recent post shared to Instagram, Sweeney shared photos from what appears to be a quaint summer at her lake house in Idaho. It looks like a summer camp of all of her friends enjoying the lake and putzing around on jet skis, which is kind of the perfect way to spend the warmer months. But what many fans can’t seem to ignore is the first photo, which shows Sweeney in that WW costume, next to her music executive boyfriend Scooter Braun, who is dressed in a pretty elaborate Superman costume. Check it out:</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DcWHhgfG_RM/" target="_blank">A post shared by Sydney Sweeney (@sydney_sweeney)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>On the surface, this is all seemingly just some summer fun involving a costume party. Still, it's hard not to start wondering if a blonde Wonder Woman could actually work on screen. There have been many brunette interpretations of the character, from actresses like Gal Gadot and Lynda Carter. However, fans are starting to become open to a new kind of look. </p><p>For instance, just recently, <em>Battlestar Galactica</em> <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/katee-sackhoff-wonder-woman-swimsuit-me-wanting-blonde-era-diana"><u>Katee Sackhoff stunned in her Wonder Woman swimsuit</u></a> and furthered the vision. Personally, with this new <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/superheroes/james-gunn-dropped-wonder-woman-movie-news-part-of-plan-hbo-max-series"><u><em>WW</em></u><u> film being developed at Warner Bros.,</u></a> I’d totally be down for something different in regard to the Amazonian warrior's locks.</p><p>Also, there's precedent for a blonde Wonder Woman in the comics as well, so this wouldn’t be completely out of the question. he comic book <em>Infinite Crisis</em> #6, it features an alternate-Earth Diana Prince who is blonde. Also one of the original television movie portrayals of Diana Prince was by Cathy Lee Crosby, who was blonde in the 1974 adaptation. So I think it could be a super cool callback to bring this kind of interpretation to the big screen. </p><p>As for whether Sweeney herself would be interested in such a role, who knows. She seemingly likes the character based on this photo, at the very least, and looks absolutely gorgeous in the costume. However, her look would be a huge departure from the tall, more athletic brunette take fans are used to seeing Diana’s portrayals.</p><p>In any case, the <em>Euphoria </em>star has a busy string of films on the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-2027-movies-new-release-dates-theaters-streaming"><u>2027 movie release schedule</u></a> lik<em>e Custom of the Country</em> with Leo Woodall, as well as the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/features/upcoming-book-to-screen-adaptations-what-to-read-before-the-movie-or-tv-show"><u>upcoming book-to-screen adaptation</u></a> of <em>The Housemaid's Secret. </em>However, with enough fan support and passion from Sweeney, I could totally see this happening. At the very least, maybe she could even play Cassandra Sandsmark, a blonde young hero who takes on the alias of Wonder Girl.</p><p>We likely won’t see Sydney Sweeney as Wonder Woman in the near future. However, fans of the actress can see her in her most recent film, <em>The Housemaid</em>, which is currently streaming on Starz. Also, check out her performance in the final season of <em>Euphoria</em>, which is currently available with an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers"><u>HBO Max subscription</u></a>. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Caroline Young ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pDD2yQeoswqS5Dhrxf253d-320-70.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Caroline Young started writing for CinemaBlend in 2022 upon graduating from Ithaca College with a BS in Television and Digital Media Production. In college, she was producer and head writer of a comedy show for the award-winning college television station, ICTV. She has also worked on a variety of different network television shows. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Caroline is a crazy cinephile and always is looking to revisit and talk about the classics.&lt;em&gt; Good Will Hunting, The Godfather, &lt;/em&gt;and&lt;em&gt; Jurassic Park&lt;/em&gt; are some of her favorites. She wants David Fincher to make movies until the end of time and loves true crime shows a little too much. She thinks the thriller genre is top tier and could answer any question about HBO’s &lt;em&gt;Barry&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;Succession&lt;/em&gt;. She’s a loyal &lt;em&gt;Saturday Night Live &lt;/em&gt;fan, and adores a good stand-up special. She is also an awards show junkie and loves to talk about predictions.  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Paul Thomas Anderson’s &lt;em&gt;One Battle After Another&lt;/em&gt; was great, and Steven Spielberg’s &lt;em&gt;Disclosure Day, &lt;/em&gt;which comes out soon! Also any Taylor Swift release will get her excited!&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/cI2VENG8.html" id="cI2VENG8" title="Tom Rhys Harries Doesn't Think Clayface Is 'Broody' Enough To Hang With Robert Pattinson's Batman" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><p>Sydney Sweeney has stepped out of the superhero spotlight after appearing as Julia Cornwall in <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/superheroes/sydney-sweeney-3-big-reasons-it-doesnt-matter-madame-web-flopped"><u>Sony’s (panned) </u><u><em>Madame Web</em></u></a>. However, the actress just paid homage to a very different hero. The <em>Housemaid </em>actress recently shared some photos, including a prominent snapshot of herself in a Wonder Woman costume. Now, fans are getting another glimpse at what a blonde Diana of Themyscira might look like (and I’m kind of on board). </p><p>By way of a recent post shared to Instagram, Sweeney shared photos from what appears to be a quaint summer at her lake house in Idaho. It looks like a summer camp of all of her friends enjoying the lake and putzing around on jet skis, which is kind of the perfect way to spend the warmer months. But what many fans can’t seem to ignore is the first photo, which shows Sweeney in that WW costume, next to her music executive boyfriend Scooter Braun, who is dressed in a pretty elaborate Superman costume. Check it out:</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DcWHhgfG_RM/" target="_blank">A post shared by Sydney Sweeney (@sydney_sweeney)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>On the surface, this is all seemingly just some summer fun involving a costume party. Still, it's hard not to start wondering if a blonde Wonder Woman could actually work on screen. There have been many brunette interpretations of the character, from actresses like Gal Gadot and Lynda Carter. However, fans are starting to become open to a new kind of look. </p><p>For instance, just recently, <em>Battlestar Galactica</em> <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/katee-sackhoff-wonder-woman-swimsuit-me-wanting-blonde-era-diana"><u>Katee Sackhoff stunned in her Wonder Woman swimsuit</u></a> and furthered the vision. Personally, with this new <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/superheroes/james-gunn-dropped-wonder-woman-movie-news-part-of-plan-hbo-max-series"><u><em>WW</em></u><u> film being developed at Warner Bros.,</u></a> I’d totally be down for something different in regard to the Amazonian warrior's locks.</p><p>Also, there's precedent for a blonde Wonder Woman in the comics as well, so this wouldn’t be completely out of the question. he comic book <em>Infinite Crisis</em> #6, it features an alternate-Earth Diana Prince who is blonde. Also one of the original television movie portrayals of Diana Prince was by Cathy Lee Crosby, who was blonde in the 1974 adaptation. So I think it could be a super cool callback to bring this kind of interpretation to the big screen. </p><p>As for whether Sweeney herself would be interested in such a role, who knows. She seemingly likes the character based on this photo, at the very least, and looks absolutely gorgeous in the costume. However, her look would be a huge departure from the tall, more athletic brunette take fans are used to seeing Diana’s portrayals.</p><p>In any case, the <em>Euphoria </em>star has a busy string of films on the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-2027-movies-new-release-dates-theaters-streaming"><u>2027 movie release schedule</u></a> lik<em>e Custom of the Country</em> with Leo Woodall, as well as the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/features/upcoming-book-to-screen-adaptations-what-to-read-before-the-movie-or-tv-show"><u>upcoming book-to-screen adaptation</u></a> of <em>The Housemaid's Secret. </em>However, with enough fan support and passion from Sweeney, I could totally see this happening. At the very least, maybe she could even play Cassandra Sandsmark, a blonde young hero who takes on the alias of Wonder Girl.</p><p>We likely won’t see Sydney Sweeney as Wonder Woman in the near future. However, fans of the actress can see her in her most recent film, <em>The Housemaid</em>, which is currently streaming on Starz. Also, check out her performance in the final season of <em>Euphoria</em>, which is currently available with an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers"><u>HBO Max subscription</u></a>. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sydney Sweeney's Lingerie Brand Sold Out Early On. Report Claims It's Been A ‘Disaster’ Since ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>Earlier this year, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-viral-underwear-stunt-made-a-big-splash-but-some-internet-users-cant-stop-roasting-it"><u>Sydney Sweeney launched her lingerie brand</u></a>, Syrn. In a matter of hours, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-viral-lingerie-line-sold-out-faster-than-she-guessed"><u>Syrn’s first drop sold out</u></a>, with the actress taking to Instagram to say she was “grateful” and that a restock would be happening “soon.” Now, the company has been around for months, and it’s reportedly not doing too hot, as one insider claimed it's been a “disaster.”  </p><p>Apparently, there have been meetings happening to talk about how Syrn can increase its sales. Allegedly, it hasn’t been selling the way they believed it would, as one insider claimed to <a href="https://intouchweekly.com/sydney-sweeneys-new-lingerie-brand-syrn-is-in-crisis-its-been-a-disaster/"><u>InTouch</u></a>: </p><div><blockquote><p>It’s been a disaster. They thought it would be a sellout based on Sydney’s brand but clearly her saleability is waning rapidly.</p></blockquote></div><p>When Syrn was launched, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-bra-stunt-hollywood-sign-could-have-legal-ramifications"><u>Sweeney’s viral stunts</u></a> made a splash, causing lots of conversation about the company. That talk was both positive and negative, because while it sold out, there were also people <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-viral-underwear-stunt-made-a-big-splash-but-some-internet-users-cant-stop-roasting-it"><u>roasting the brand</u></a>. </p><p>Since then, the <em>Anyone But You </em>actress has been consistently posting about Syrn on her own Instagram, where she has 26 million followers. She also created a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-brand-opened-festival-saloon-featured-lingerie-hanging-from-ceiling-lots-karaoke"><u>saloon for the lingerie brand</u></a> at Stagecoach and has been <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-downtime-filming-syrn-model-scooter-braun-summer-2026"><u>rocking the garments during her off-time</u></a> from filming. Between August 10 and 14, amid the Spokane wildfires, Sweeney also donated 100% of the profits from her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-do-what-makes-you-naked-help-wildfires"><u>“Do What Makes You Naked”</u></a> to organizations helping those impacted by the fires. </p><p>So, we’ve consistently been seeing promotion from her for her brand. And it’s clear it was successful at first. However, according to this source, it’s allegedly not doing as well as they’d hoped. Therefore, it’s reportedly back to the drawing board as they work on ways to heighten sales for this size-inclusive lingerie brand. </p><p>Obviously, take this with a grain of salt; we don’t have the numbers to prove that this is true. </p><p>Notably, Syrn did get some mixed reviews. Actress and model <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reels/DZLy5bgS-ay/"><u>Hailee Lautenbach </u></a>said she was “pleasantly surprised” by the pieces while reviewing them on her Instagram. However, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/K8Qxl1gr5Rw"><u>Slate’s Scaachi Koul </u></a>said the pieces are “fine,” while also expressing that it felt like these products were “something women buy in order to appeal to men.” </p><p>On the brand’s site, some of the products listed as bestsellers have fairly positive reviews; however, there is negative feedback too. The <a href="https://syrn.com/products/the-fantasy-lace-halter-bodysuit-afd"><u>Fantasy Lace Halter Bodysuit</u></a> has 84 five-star reviews and four one-star reviews, and a handful of reviews falling between two and four stars. Meanwhile, the <a href="https://syrn.com/products/soft-launch-scoop-bralette-spk"><u>Soft Launch Scoop Bralette</u></a> has five one-star reviews and 40 five-star reviews, with a few more responses from shoppers falling between three and four stars. </p><p>The report from InTouch also notes that Sweeney’s other major fashion endeavour, her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/one-great-way-sydney-sweeney-jeans-campaign-brouhaha-worked-pr-expert"><u>jeans campaign with American Eagle</u></a>, struggled. In one sense, it did, because it was met with a ton of backlash and controversy. However, it also <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-jeans-ad-controversial-made-money-american-eagle"><u>made a lot of money</u></a>. </p><p>Therefore, it will be interesting to see how Syrn grows and sells as it continues through its first year. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Riley Utley ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kXTLd8ja6TbGctTZCbdkce-320-70.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Riley Utley is the Weekend Editor at CinemaBlend. She has written for national publications as well as daily and alt-weekly newspapers in Spokane, Washington, Syracuse, New York and Charleston, South Carolina. She graduated with her master’s degree in arts journalism and communications from the Newhouse School at Syracuse University. Since joining the CB team she has covered numerous TV shows and movies -- including her personal favorite shows &lt;em&gt;Ted Lasso &lt;/em&gt;and &lt;em&gt;The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel&lt;/em&gt;. She also has followed and consistently written about everything from Taylor Swift to &lt;em&gt;Fire Country&lt;/em&gt;, and she&#039;s enjoyed every second of it.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Riley’s range in likes is random and wide, from Marvel to musicals and from&lt;em&gt; Game of Thrones&lt;/em&gt; to the latest Netflix rom-com you can catch her watching just about anything. Her favorite movies include but are not limited to &lt;em&gt;When Harry Met Sally, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-verse, Finding Nemo&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;The Grand Budapest Hotel&lt;/em&gt;. She loves going to the movie theater, consuming copious amounts of popcorn and logging whatever she saw on Letterboxd immediately afterward. She constantly walks around quoting &lt;em&gt;Ted Lasso, SNL&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;Parks and Rec&lt;/em&gt;. She has been known to create the occasional PowerPoint explaining the MCU to those who don’t get it. In the non-media realm, Riley is a massive college basketball fan. She is a firm believer that the Gonzaga men’s basketball team is the best team of all time, and she is patiently waiting for the day they finally win a national championship. She grew up in Washington and loves skiing, coffee and making sure that people know she is from the state, not D.C.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Anything Taylor Swift or Andrew Garfield does, finally seeing strong female representation in the MCU and eventually seeing Jonathan Bailey sing his heart out in &lt;em&gt;Wicked&lt;/em&gt;.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Earlier this year, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-viral-underwear-stunt-made-a-big-splash-but-some-internet-users-cant-stop-roasting-it"><u>Sydney Sweeney launched her lingerie brand</u></a>, Syrn. In a matter of hours, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-viral-lingerie-line-sold-out-faster-than-she-guessed"><u>Syrn’s first drop sold out</u></a>, with the actress taking to Instagram to say she was “grateful” and that a restock would be happening “soon.” Now, the company has been around for months, and it’s reportedly not doing too hot, as one insider claimed it's been a “disaster.”  </p><p>Apparently, there have been meetings happening to talk about how Syrn can increase its sales. Allegedly, it hasn’t been selling the way they believed it would, as one insider claimed to <a href="https://intouchweekly.com/sydney-sweeneys-new-lingerie-brand-syrn-is-in-crisis-its-been-a-disaster/"><u>InTouch</u></a>: </p><div><blockquote><p>It’s been a disaster. They thought it would be a sellout based on Sydney’s brand but clearly her saleability is waning rapidly.</p></blockquote></div><p>When Syrn was launched, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-bra-stunt-hollywood-sign-could-have-legal-ramifications"><u>Sweeney’s viral stunts</u></a> made a splash, causing lots of conversation about the company. That talk was both positive and negative, because while it sold out, there were also people <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-viral-underwear-stunt-made-a-big-splash-but-some-internet-users-cant-stop-roasting-it"><u>roasting the brand</u></a>. </p><p>Since then, the <em>Anyone But You </em>actress has been consistently posting about Syrn on her own Instagram, where she has 26 million followers. She also created a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-brand-opened-festival-saloon-featured-lingerie-hanging-from-ceiling-lots-karaoke"><u>saloon for the lingerie brand</u></a> at Stagecoach and has been <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-downtime-filming-syrn-model-scooter-braun-summer-2026"><u>rocking the garments during her off-time</u></a> from filming. Between August 10 and 14, amid the Spokane wildfires, Sweeney also donated 100% of the profits from her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-do-what-makes-you-naked-help-wildfires"><u>“Do What Makes You Naked”</u></a> to organizations helping those impacted by the fires. </p><p>So, we’ve consistently been seeing promotion from her for her brand. And it’s clear it was successful at first. However, according to this source, it’s allegedly not doing as well as they’d hoped. Therefore, it’s reportedly back to the drawing board as they work on ways to heighten sales for this size-inclusive lingerie brand. </p><p>Obviously, take this with a grain of salt; we don’t have the numbers to prove that this is true. </p><p>Notably, Syrn did get some mixed reviews. Actress and model <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reels/DZLy5bgS-ay/"><u>Hailee Lautenbach </u></a>said she was “pleasantly surprised” by the pieces while reviewing them on her Instagram. However, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/K8Qxl1gr5Rw"><u>Slate’s Scaachi Koul </u></a>said the pieces are “fine,” while also expressing that it felt like these products were “something women buy in order to appeal to men.” </p><p>On the brand’s site, some of the products listed as bestsellers have fairly positive reviews; however, there is negative feedback too. The <a href="https://syrn.com/products/the-fantasy-lace-halter-bodysuit-afd"><u>Fantasy Lace Halter Bodysuit</u></a> has 84 five-star reviews and four one-star reviews, and a handful of reviews falling between two and four stars. Meanwhile, the <a href="https://syrn.com/products/soft-launch-scoop-bralette-spk"><u>Soft Launch Scoop Bralette</u></a> has five one-star reviews and 40 five-star reviews, with a few more responses from shoppers falling between three and four stars. </p><p>The report from InTouch also notes that Sweeney’s other major fashion endeavour, her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/one-great-way-sydney-sweeney-jeans-campaign-brouhaha-worked-pr-expert"><u>jeans campaign with American Eagle</u></a>, struggled. In one sense, it did, because it was met with a ton of backlash and controversy. However, it also <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-jeans-ad-controversial-made-money-american-eagle"><u>made a lot of money</u></a>. </p><p>Therefore, it will be interesting to see how Syrn grows and sells as it continues through its first year. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ I Didn't See Those Anyone But You Nods Coming In One Night Only ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p><strong>Minor spoilers for </strong><em><strong>One Night Only </strong></em><strong>are ahead!</strong></p><p>One of the main reasons I wanted to see <em>One Night Only </em>right when it premiered on the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-movies-in-2026-new-movie-release-dates"><u>2026 movie schedule</u></a> was because I’ve loved Will Gluck’s other films – the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/new/30-Best-Romantic-Comedies-All-Time-43134.html"><u>great rom-com</u></a> <em>Easy A</em> and the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/anyone-but-you-what-sydney-sweeney-think-about-sequel"><u>2023 box office hit </u><u><em>Anyone But You</em></u></a>. However, what I didn’t expect was for the stars of <em>Anyone But You </em>specifically to pop up in this new rom-com. So, with that being said, let’s break down how exactly Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney were involved in this film all about the one night a year where premarital sex is legal. </p><h2 id="how-glen-powell-popped-up-in-one-night-only">How Glen Powell Popped Up In One Night Only</h2><p>It’s been a few years since <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/the-business-at-large-was-skeptical-of-anyone-but-you-glen-powell-reveals-why-he-sydney-sweeney-dove-into-rom-com"><u>Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney did a rom-com</u></a> together, and yes, I still want another one from them. Well, they technically both appear in Gluck’s latest contribution to the genre. When it comes to the <em>Top Gun: Maverick</em> star, his image actually plays a pretty important role in <em>One Night Only</em>. </p><p>I say that because the male romantic lead of this movie, Owen (Callum Turner), ends up on this adventure to have sex with someone and eventually falls for Allie (Monica Barbaro) because his girlfriend Malika (Maya Hawke) says she wants to spend the night with their hot neighbor instead of him. That hot neighbor is played by Glen Powell, as shown in a photo on a phone in the movie. </p><p>Now, I gotta say, when Powell’s photo popped up on the screen, I legit gasped in the theater. It was almost a jump scare to see such a big star just as a photo in a movie. However, it was a very effective use of the actor’s good looks; it made for a great joke in the movie, and it served as a nice callback to his collaboration with Will Gluck on <em>Anyone But You</em>. </p><h2 id="sydney-sweeney-had-a-blink-and-you-ll-miss-it-moment-in-one-night-only">Sydney Sweeney Had A Blink-And-You’ll-Miss-It Moment In One Night Only</h2><p>Much like Powell, Sydney Sweeney also only showed up in photo form. And also much like her <em>Anyone But You </em>co-star, her appearance had to do with Owen’s escapades. </p><p>After Turner’s character begins his quest to have sex with someone after his girlfriend essentially broke up with him, he goes onto a dating app that looks a whole lot like Tinder and starts swiping. Amid all the women he’s swiping on is Sydney Sweeney. It’s literally a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moment. </p><h2 id="there-was-a-desire-for-these-cameos-to-be-bigger">There Was A Desire For These Cameos To Be Bigger</h2><p>Overall, Sweeney and Powell actually had some of the smallest cameos in the movie. While their images appeared, Pete Davidson, Ben Marshall, Jay Ellis, Bobby Cannavale, Nicholas Braun, Julia Fox, Este Haim and more all showed up in person. That happened because the leads of <em>Anyone But You</em> are simply very busy, as Gluck told <a href="https://screenrant.com/one-night-only-sydney-sweeney-glen-powell-reunion-cut/"><u>ScreenRant</u></a>: </p><div><blockquote><p>I will say scheduling is a bitch. But yeah, so I always like to put other people from my other movies. All my movies, I almost always have people from other movies kind of pop up for fun because I just like being with them for a night, which is great, but they were nice enough to let us do what we did with them.</p></blockquote></div><p>Well, at least they got to be in the film somehow, and their cameos certainly make for fun surprises in <em>One Night Only</em>. </p><p>Overall, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/one-night-only-reviews-too-creepy-monica-barbaro-callum-turner"><u><em>One Night Only</em></u><u> hasn’t gotten great reviews</u></a>, with folks <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/one-night-only-roasted-lack-of-sex-will-gluck"><u>criticizing its lack of sex</u></a> and its <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/unsexy-reason-one-night-only-ending-infuriated-charmed-me"><u>charming yet frustrating ending</u></a>. However, the romance is cute, the story is fun, and these cameos are a delight. So, to make up your mind about Will Gluck's latest rom-com and to see the quick cameos from Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney that pay homage to <em>Anyone But You</em>, you can catch this movie about the one night premarital sex is legal in theaters now. </p><p>If you’d like to go back and watch the film that features a whole lot more of Sweeney and Powell and created their connection to <em>One Night Only’s </em>director, you can stream <em>Anyone But You</em> with a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570844/subscribing-to-hulu-the-price-whats-included-and-everything-else-to-know"><u>Hulu subscription</u></a>.   </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Riley Utley ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kXTLd8ja6TbGctTZCbdkce-320-70.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Riley Utley is the Weekend Editor at CinemaBlend. She has written for national publications as well as daily and alt-weekly newspapers in Spokane, Washington, Syracuse, New York and Charleston, South Carolina. She graduated with her master’s degree in arts journalism and communications from the Newhouse School at Syracuse University. Since joining the CB team she has covered numerous TV shows and movies -- including her personal favorite shows &lt;em&gt;Ted Lasso &lt;/em&gt;and &lt;em&gt;The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel&lt;/em&gt;. She also has followed and consistently written about everything from Taylor Swift to &lt;em&gt;Fire Country&lt;/em&gt;, and she&#039;s enjoyed every second of it.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Riley’s range in likes is random and wide, from Marvel to musicals and from&lt;em&gt; Game of Thrones&lt;/em&gt; to the latest Netflix rom-com you can catch her watching just about anything. Her favorite movies include but are not limited to &lt;em&gt;When Harry Met Sally, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-verse, Finding Nemo&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;The Grand Budapest Hotel&lt;/em&gt;. She loves going to the movie theater, consuming copious amounts of popcorn and logging whatever she saw on Letterboxd immediately afterward. She constantly walks around quoting &lt;em&gt;Ted Lasso, SNL&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;Parks and Rec&lt;/em&gt;. She has been known to create the occasional PowerPoint explaining the MCU to those who don’t get it. In the non-media realm, Riley is a massive college basketball fan. She is a firm believer that the Gonzaga men’s basketball team is the best team of all time, and she is patiently waiting for the day they finally win a national championship. She grew up in Washington and loves skiing, coffee and making sure that people know she is from the state, not D.C.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Anything Taylor Swift or Andrew Garfield does, finally seeing strong female representation in the MCU and eventually seeing Jonathan Bailey sing his heart out in &lt;em&gt;Wicked&lt;/em&gt;.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><strong>Minor spoilers for </strong><em><strong>One Night Only </strong></em><strong>are ahead!</strong></p><p>One of the main reasons I wanted to see <em>One Night Only </em>right when it premiered on the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-movies-in-2026-new-movie-release-dates"><u>2026 movie schedule</u></a> was because I’ve loved Will Gluck’s other films – the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/new/30-Best-Romantic-Comedies-All-Time-43134.html"><u>great rom-com</u></a> <em>Easy A</em> and the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/anyone-but-you-what-sydney-sweeney-think-about-sequel"><u>2023 box office hit </u><u><em>Anyone But You</em></u></a>. However, what I didn’t expect was for the stars of <em>Anyone But You </em>specifically to pop up in this new rom-com. So, with that being said, let’s break down how exactly Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney were involved in this film all about the one night a year where premarital sex is legal. </p><h2 id="how-glen-powell-popped-up-in-one-night-only">How Glen Powell Popped Up In One Night Only</h2><p>It’s been a few years since <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/the-business-at-large-was-skeptical-of-anyone-but-you-glen-powell-reveals-why-he-sydney-sweeney-dove-into-rom-com"><u>Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney did a rom-com</u></a> together, and yes, I still want another one from them. Well, they technically both appear in Gluck’s latest contribution to the genre. When it comes to the <em>Top Gun: Maverick</em> star, his image actually plays a pretty important role in <em>One Night Only</em>. </p><p>I say that because the male romantic lead of this movie, Owen (Callum Turner), ends up on this adventure to have sex with someone and eventually falls for Allie (Monica Barbaro) because his girlfriend Malika (Maya Hawke) says she wants to spend the night with their hot neighbor instead of him. That hot neighbor is played by Glen Powell, as shown in a photo on a phone in the movie. </p><p>Now, I gotta say, when Powell’s photo popped up on the screen, I legit gasped in the theater. It was almost a jump scare to see such a big star just as a photo in a movie. However, it was a very effective use of the actor’s good looks; it made for a great joke in the movie, and it served as a nice callback to his collaboration with Will Gluck on <em>Anyone But You</em>. </p><h2 id="sydney-sweeney-had-a-blink-and-you-ll-miss-it-moment-in-one-night-only">Sydney Sweeney Had A Blink-And-You’ll-Miss-It Moment In One Night Only</h2><p>Much like Powell, Sydney Sweeney also only showed up in photo form. And also much like her <em>Anyone But You </em>co-star, her appearance had to do with Owen’s escapades. </p><p>After Turner’s character begins his quest to have sex with someone after his girlfriend essentially broke up with him, he goes onto a dating app that looks a whole lot like Tinder and starts swiping. Amid all the women he’s swiping on is Sydney Sweeney. It’s literally a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moment. </p><h2 id="there-was-a-desire-for-these-cameos-to-be-bigger">There Was A Desire For These Cameos To Be Bigger</h2><p>Overall, Sweeney and Powell actually had some of the smallest cameos in the movie. While their images appeared, Pete Davidson, Ben Marshall, Jay Ellis, Bobby Cannavale, Nicholas Braun, Julia Fox, Este Haim and more all showed up in person. That happened because the leads of <em>Anyone But You</em> are simply very busy, as Gluck told <a href="https://screenrant.com/one-night-only-sydney-sweeney-glen-powell-reunion-cut/"><u>ScreenRant</u></a>: </p><div><blockquote><p>I will say scheduling is a bitch. But yeah, so I always like to put other people from my other movies. All my movies, I almost always have people from other movies kind of pop up for fun because I just like being with them for a night, which is great, but they were nice enough to let us do what we did with them.</p></blockquote></div><p>Well, at least they got to be in the film somehow, and their cameos certainly make for fun surprises in <em>One Night Only</em>. </p><p>Overall, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/one-night-only-reviews-too-creepy-monica-barbaro-callum-turner"><u><em>One Night Only</em></u><u> hasn’t gotten great reviews</u></a>, with folks <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/one-night-only-roasted-lack-of-sex-will-gluck"><u>criticizing its lack of sex</u></a> and its <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/unsexy-reason-one-night-only-ending-infuriated-charmed-me"><u>charming yet frustrating ending</u></a>. However, the romance is cute, the story is fun, and these cameos are a delight. So, to make up your mind about Will Gluck's latest rom-com and to see the quick cameos from Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney that pay homage to <em>Anyone But You</em>, you can catch this movie about the one night premarital sex is legal in theaters now. </p><p>If you’d like to go back and watch the film that features a whole lot more of Sweeney and Powell and created their connection to <em>One Night Only’s </em>director, you can stream <em>Anyone But You</em> with a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570844/subscribing-to-hulu-the-price-whats-included-and-everything-else-to-know"><u>Hulu subscription</u></a>.   </p>
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                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>In the days since the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/im-from-spokane-meant-world-sydney-sweeney-spotlight-wildfires"><u>wildfires began in Spokane, Washington</u></a>, Sydney Sweeney has been doing what she can to help those impacted by them. From providing information about organizations people can donate to to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-scooter-braun-jet-set-the-why-back-her-hometown-spokane"><u>traveling to her hometown in</u></a> Eastern Washington to help the community, she’s been doing a lot of work. Now, she’s also saying “do what makes you naked” to help those impacted by the fires. </p><p>As Sweeney continues to work on projects that will premiere on the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-2027-movies-new-release-dates-theaters-streaming"><u>2027 movie schedule</u></a>, she’s also <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/what-sydney-sweeney-wants-people-know-new-syrn-fashion-line"><u>launched her lingerie brand, SYRN</u></a>. While she’s done her fair share of sexy campaigns for it and has been consistently promoting it on both the company’s socials and her own, she’s also using the brand for a good cause. In support of those impacted by the wildfires, 100% of the profits from the “<a href="https://syrn.com/collections/do-what-makes-you-naked?utm_source=ig&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_campaign=stories&amp;utm_content=SpokaneFires&amp;utm_term=081026&amp;fbclid=PAZnRzaAToFCxwZG9mAmZkaWQWUMQoi3VIYD67F2tKT8tH8etABIVAgmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDzEyNDAyNDU3NDI4NzQxNAABp6fLKE6swIP_WgECWMTwOYKv9DCR8BV_uKCL7n9sBdXQPgFlYvmBOLIIKbLM_aem_miA-FTQ2BesTTATWvn8Gng"><u>Do What Makes You Naked</u></a>” line will be donated to relief efforts in Spokane. So, that’s what she’s saying: “Do what makes you naked” on her <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sydney_sweeney/"><u>Instagram </u></a>story: </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:175.00%;"><img id="jBRGoQjqe8BfjYXyBXCURD" name="sweeney syrn ig story" alt="A photo of Sydney Sweeney, a green heart that says "Spokane" and a message that says "100% of profits from Do What Makes You Naked will be donated to fire relief efforts in Syd's hometown."" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jBRGoQjqe8BfjYXyBXCURD-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="3500" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Sydney Sweeney's Instagram)</span></figcaption></figure><p>This deal will run from August 10 through August 14, and if you buy a product from this line full of seamless and everyday undergarments, you can help support “fire relief efforts” in Spokane. </p><p>The Do What Makes You Naked line includes scoop and triangle bralettes, short shorts, rompers, underwear, camis and wrap cardigans. Prices range from $19 to $123, so there’s a wide range of items at a variety of costs. </p><p>Notably, one of the colors you can choose from is named “Spokane.” It’s a lovely earthy green that is very on-brand for the city in Washington (trust me, I’m also from there). And it’s something <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Db3h9bOCQOz/?img_index=1"><u>SYRN highlighted</u></a> when writing about this campaign to raise money for the city:</p><div><blockquote><p>Our new color Spokane was named after a city close to Syd’s heart. The devastating and ongoing fires have changed countless lives in ways that are hard to put into words. </p></blockquote></div><div class="product"><a data-dimension112="527e1d26-959f-11f1-b721-4353835aa0dc" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="Soft Launch Scoop Bralette" data-dimension48="Soft Launch Scoop Bralette" data-dimension25="$39" href="https://syrn.com/products/soft-launch-scoop-bralette-spk" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:100.00%;"><img id="ng485qhtqyaSYpCBZeDE28" name="syrn bralette" caption="" alt="" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ng485qhtqyaSYpCBZeDE28-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="2000" attribution="" endorsement="" credit="" class="" /></p></div></div></figure></a><p><strong><a href="https://syrn.com/products/soft-launch-scoop-bralette-spk" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="527e1d26-959f-11f1-b721-4353835aa0dc" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="Soft Launch Scoop Bralette" data-dimension48="Soft Launch Scoop Bralette" data-dimension25="$39">Soft Launch Scoop Bralette: $39</a></strong><br />SYRN is donating 100% of the profits from the Do What Makes You Naked line to relief efforts in Spokane, Washington. <a class="view-deal button" href="https://syrn.com/products/soft-launch-scoop-bralette-spk" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="527e1d26-959f-11f1-b721-4353835aa0dc" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="Soft Launch Scoop Bralette" data-dimension48="Soft Launch Scoop Bralette" data-dimension25="$39">View Deal</a></p></div><p>At this point, the three fires that have been going on in Spokane are on their way to being fully contained, per <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXii4xtmQxw"><u>KREM 2 News</u></a>. According to the <a href="https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/climate-lab/damage-toll-from-spokane-fires-now-totals-900-structures/"><u>Seattle Times</u></a>, over 900 structures have been lost in the fires. However, that number is an estimate and is expected to go up. Overall, this situation has been a terrible disaster for the city; it caused tens of thousands of people to evacuate, and it’s led to an immense amount of loss. </p><p>So, all the help the city is receiving, including this advocacy and support from Sydney Sweeney, helps. </p><p>Earlier this year, she <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-brand-opened-festival-saloon-featured-lingerie-hanging-from-ceiling-lots-karaoke"><u>took SYRN to Stagecoach</u></a> and opened a saloon to bring more fun and lingerie to the festival. She’s also been <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-downtime-filming-syrn-model-scooter-braun-summer-2026"><u>rocking the lingerie line and working</u></a> on the brand while filming in Australia. Now, she’s taking it to her hometown, and she’s using the profits to help Spokane recover from this catastrophic event. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Riley Utley is the Weekend Editor at CinemaBlend. She has written for national publications as well as daily and alt-weekly newspapers in Spokane, Washington, Syracuse, New York and Charleston, South Carolina. She graduated with her master’s degree in arts journalism and communications from the Newhouse School at Syracuse University. Since joining the CB team she has covered numerous TV shows and movies -- including her personal favorite shows &lt;em&gt;Ted Lasso &lt;/em&gt;and &lt;em&gt;The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel&lt;/em&gt;. She also has followed and consistently written about everything from Taylor Swift to &lt;em&gt;Fire Country&lt;/em&gt;, and she&#039;s enjoyed every second of it.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Riley’s range in likes is random and wide, from Marvel to musicals and from&lt;em&gt; Game of Thrones&lt;/em&gt; to the latest Netflix rom-com you can catch her watching just about anything. Her favorite movies include but are not limited to &lt;em&gt;When Harry Met Sally, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-verse, Finding Nemo&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;The Grand Budapest Hotel&lt;/em&gt;. She loves going to the movie theater, consuming copious amounts of popcorn and logging whatever she saw on Letterboxd immediately afterward. She constantly walks around quoting &lt;em&gt;Ted Lasso, SNL&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;Parks and Rec&lt;/em&gt;. She has been known to create the occasional PowerPoint explaining the MCU to those who don’t get it. In the non-media realm, Riley is a massive college basketball fan. She is a firm believer that the Gonzaga men’s basketball team is the best team of all time, and she is patiently waiting for the day they finally win a national championship. She grew up in Washington and loves skiing, coffee and making sure that people know she is from the state, not D.C.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Anything Taylor Swift or Andrew Garfield does, finally seeing strong female representation in the MCU and eventually seeing Jonathan Bailey sing his heart out in &lt;em&gt;Wicked&lt;/em&gt;.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>In the days since the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/im-from-spokane-meant-world-sydney-sweeney-spotlight-wildfires"><u>wildfires began in Spokane, Washington</u></a>, Sydney Sweeney has been doing what she can to help those impacted by them. From providing information about organizations people can donate to to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-scooter-braun-jet-set-the-why-back-her-hometown-spokane"><u>traveling to her hometown in</u></a> Eastern Washington to help the community, she’s been doing a lot of work. Now, she’s also saying “do what makes you naked” to help those impacted by the fires. </p><p>As Sweeney continues to work on projects that will premiere on the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-2027-movies-new-release-dates-theaters-streaming"><u>2027 movie schedule</u></a>, she’s also <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/what-sydney-sweeney-wants-people-know-new-syrn-fashion-line"><u>launched her lingerie brand, SYRN</u></a>. While she’s done her fair share of sexy campaigns for it and has been consistently promoting it on both the company’s socials and her own, she’s also using the brand for a good cause. In support of those impacted by the wildfires, 100% of the profits from the “<a href="https://syrn.com/collections/do-what-makes-you-naked?utm_source=ig&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_campaign=stories&amp;utm_content=SpokaneFires&amp;utm_term=081026&amp;fbclid=PAZnRzaAToFCxwZG9mAmZkaWQWUMQoi3VIYD67F2tKT8tH8etABIVAgmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDzEyNDAyNDU3NDI4NzQxNAABp6fLKE6swIP_WgECWMTwOYKv9DCR8BV_uKCL7n9sBdXQPgFlYvmBOLIIKbLM_aem_miA-FTQ2BesTTATWvn8Gng"><u>Do What Makes You Naked</u></a>” line will be donated to relief efforts in Spokane. So, that’s what she’s saying: “Do what makes you naked” on her <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sydney_sweeney/"><u>Instagram </u></a>story: </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:175.00%;"><img id="jBRGoQjqe8BfjYXyBXCURD" name="sweeney syrn ig story" alt="A photo of Sydney Sweeney, a green heart that says "Spokane" and a message that says "100% of profits from Do What Makes You Naked will be donated to fire relief efforts in Syd's hometown."" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jBRGoQjqe8BfjYXyBXCURD-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="3500" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Sydney Sweeney's Instagram)</span></figcaption></figure><p>This deal will run from August 10 through August 14, and if you buy a product from this line full of seamless and everyday undergarments, you can help support “fire relief efforts” in Spokane. </p><p>The Do What Makes You Naked line includes scoop and triangle bralettes, short shorts, rompers, underwear, camis and wrap cardigans. Prices range from $19 to $123, so there’s a wide range of items at a variety of costs. </p><p>Notably, one of the colors you can choose from is named “Spokane.” It’s a lovely earthy green that is very on-brand for the city in Washington (trust me, I’m also from there). And it’s something <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Db3h9bOCQOz/?img_index=1"><u>SYRN highlighted</u></a> when writing about this campaign to raise money for the city:</p><div><blockquote><p>Our new color Spokane was named after a city close to Syd’s heart. The devastating and ongoing fires have changed countless lives in ways that are hard to put into words. </p></blockquote></div><div class="product"><a data-dimension112="527e1d26-959f-11f1-b721-4353835aa0dc" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="Soft Launch Scoop Bralette" data-dimension48="Soft Launch Scoop Bralette" data-dimension25="$39" href="https://syrn.com/products/soft-launch-scoop-bralette-spk" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:100.00%;"><img id="ng485qhtqyaSYpCBZeDE28" name="syrn bralette" caption="" alt="" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ng485qhtqyaSYpCBZeDE28-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="2000" attribution="" endorsement="" credit="" class="" /></p></div></div></figure></a><p><strong><a href="https://syrn.com/products/soft-launch-scoop-bralette-spk" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="527e1d26-959f-11f1-b721-4353835aa0dc" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="Soft Launch Scoop Bralette" data-dimension48="Soft Launch Scoop Bralette" data-dimension25="$39">Soft Launch Scoop Bralette: $39</a></strong><br />SYRN is donating 100% of the profits from the Do What Makes You Naked line to relief efforts in Spokane, Washington. <a class="view-deal button" href="https://syrn.com/products/soft-launch-scoop-bralette-spk" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="527e1d26-959f-11f1-b721-4353835aa0dc" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="Soft Launch Scoop Bralette" data-dimension48="Soft Launch Scoop Bralette" data-dimension25="$39">View Deal</a></p></div><p>At this point, the three fires that have been going on in Spokane are on their way to being fully contained, per <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXii4xtmQxw"><u>KREM 2 News</u></a>. According to the <a href="https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/climate-lab/damage-toll-from-spokane-fires-now-totals-900-structures/"><u>Seattle Times</u></a>, over 900 structures have been lost in the fires. However, that number is an estimate and is expected to go up. Overall, this situation has been a terrible disaster for the city; it caused tens of thousands of people to evacuate, and it’s led to an immense amount of loss. </p><p>So, all the help the city is receiving, including this advocacy and support from Sydney Sweeney, helps. </p><p>Earlier this year, she <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-brand-opened-festival-saloon-featured-lingerie-hanging-from-ceiling-lots-karaoke"><u>took SYRN to Stagecoach</u></a> and opened a saloon to bring more fun and lingerie to the festival. She’s also been <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-downtime-filming-syrn-model-scooter-braun-summer-2026"><u>rocking the lingerie line and working</u></a> on the brand while filming in Australia. Now, she’s taking it to her hometown, and she’s using the profits to help Spokane recover from this catastrophic event. </p>
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                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>Sydney Sweeney has made headlines this year for her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/scooter-braun-opened-up-about-girlfriend-sydney-sweeney-euphoria"><u>relationship with Scooter Braun</u></a> and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-world-travels-continue-posted-photos-eating-spaghetti-robe-paris"><u>her world travels</u></a>. Now, she’s in the news because she’s returned to her hometown with her boyfriend. So, let’s talk about why she’s put a pause on the globetrotting to spend some meaningful time in Spokane, Washington. </p><p>Not long after the <em>Euphoria </em>star posted about the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/im-from-spokane-meant-world-sydney-sweeney-spotlight-wildfires"><u>wildfires in Spokane</u></a> and advocated for people to donate and support organizations that are helping those impacted, she was seen in the city. However, she’s not the only big name in Eastern Washington. According to sources who spoke to <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2026/08/05/sydney-sweeney-and-scooter-braun-in-washington-amid-wildfires/"><u>TMZ</u></a>, her boyfriend, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sydney-sweeneys-australia-gundam-filming-scooter-braun-bikinis-picnic-titanic"><u>Scooter Braun, who has notably been traveling</u></a> with her this summer, is there too. </p><p>Sweeney has been seen bringing food to firefighters and helping make and give out meals to those who have lost their homes in the fires. According to the outlet, she’s been spotted volunteering at Second Harvest Food Bank (which is one of the organizations she asked her fans to donate to), buying groceries, and working at local restaurants. </p><p>Along with this report from TMZ, KHQ, a local news outlet in Spokane, posted a video of Sweeney at the Women and Children’s Free Restaurant and Community Kitchen. </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DbrRd3zD5Gg/" target="_blank">A post shared by KHQ Local News (@khq6)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>It’s also been alleged that, along with volunteering and fundraising, <em>The Housemaid</em> star has made major donations to various relief organizations. In her post about how people can support those impacted by the fires, she also noted that she’s supporting the Innovia Foundation, SpokAnimal, Watch Duty and Second Harvest. </p><p>So far, the three wildfires that have burned around Spokane have destroyed over 800 structures and forced 65,000 people to evacuate, per <a href="https://www.krem.com/article/news/local/wildfire/heres-what-we-know-about-all-fires-currently-burning-across-spokane-county/293-0e1b9863-42b3-4d76-a319-a7b97622dbea"><u>KREM 2</u></a>. The <em>Anyone But You </em>star candidly explained that her own loved ones have been impacted by all this as well. </p><p>As someone who is from Spokane, it’s deeply moving to see the community come together amid this disastrous event. It’s also wonderful to watch Sydney Sweeney shine such a bright spotlight on this issue by both telling her millions of followers about it and literally spending time in the city volunteering and helping where she can. </p><p>This is also another addition to her ongoing list of travels this summer. From <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-brand-opened-festival-saloon-featured-lingerie-hanging-from-ceiling-lots-karaoke"><u>opening a festival saloon at Stagecoach</u></a> for her lingerie brand to working on said brand during <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-downtime-filming-syrn-model-scooter-braun-summer-2026"><u>her downtime in Australia</u></a> to attending the NBA Finals in Texas, she’s been very busy. She's truly been all over the world and gone on all sorts of adventures, too, as her <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sydney_sweeney/">Instagram </a>shows her hanging out in the mountains, going bungee jumping in New Zealand, and even practicing her footwork at a soccer game. </p><p>Now, she’s travelled back to her hometown to support her family and those who have been impacted by the massive and destructive wildfires in Spokane. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Riley Utley is the Weekend Editor at CinemaBlend. She has written for national publications as well as daily and alt-weekly newspapers in Spokane, Washington, Syracuse, New York and Charleston, South Carolina. She graduated with her master’s degree in arts journalism and communications from the Newhouse School at Syracuse University. Since joining the CB team she has covered numerous TV shows and movies -- including her personal favorite shows &lt;em&gt;Ted Lasso &lt;/em&gt;and &lt;em&gt;The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel&lt;/em&gt;. She also has followed and consistently written about everything from Taylor Swift to &lt;em&gt;Fire Country&lt;/em&gt;, and she&#039;s enjoyed every second of it.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Riley’s range in likes is random and wide, from Marvel to musicals and from&lt;em&gt; Game of Thrones&lt;/em&gt; to the latest Netflix rom-com you can catch her watching just about anything. Her favorite movies include but are not limited to &lt;em&gt;When Harry Met Sally, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-verse, Finding Nemo&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;The Grand Budapest Hotel&lt;/em&gt;. She loves going to the movie theater, consuming copious amounts of popcorn and logging whatever she saw on Letterboxd immediately afterward. She constantly walks around quoting &lt;em&gt;Ted Lasso, SNL&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;Parks and Rec&lt;/em&gt;. She has been known to create the occasional PowerPoint explaining the MCU to those who don’t get it. In the non-media realm, Riley is a massive college basketball fan. She is a firm believer that the Gonzaga men’s basketball team is the best team of all time, and she is patiently waiting for the day they finally win a national championship. She grew up in Washington and loves skiing, coffee and making sure that people know she is from the state, not D.C.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>Sydney Sweeney has made headlines this year for her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/scooter-braun-opened-up-about-girlfriend-sydney-sweeney-euphoria"><u>relationship with Scooter Braun</u></a> and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-world-travels-continue-posted-photos-eating-spaghetti-robe-paris"><u>her world travels</u></a>. Now, she’s in the news because she’s returned to her hometown with her boyfriend. So, let’s talk about why she’s put a pause on the globetrotting to spend some meaningful time in Spokane, Washington. </p><p>Not long after the <em>Euphoria </em>star posted about the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/im-from-spokane-meant-world-sydney-sweeney-spotlight-wildfires"><u>wildfires in Spokane</u></a> and advocated for people to donate and support organizations that are helping those impacted, she was seen in the city. However, she’s not the only big name in Eastern Washington. According to sources who spoke to <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2026/08/05/sydney-sweeney-and-scooter-braun-in-washington-amid-wildfires/"><u>TMZ</u></a>, her boyfriend, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sydney-sweeneys-australia-gundam-filming-scooter-braun-bikinis-picnic-titanic"><u>Scooter Braun, who has notably been traveling</u></a> with her this summer, is there too. </p><p>Sweeney has been seen bringing food to firefighters and helping make and give out meals to those who have lost their homes in the fires. According to the outlet, she’s been spotted volunteering at Second Harvest Food Bank (which is one of the organizations she asked her fans to donate to), buying groceries, and working at local restaurants. </p><p>Along with this report from TMZ, KHQ, a local news outlet in Spokane, posted a video of Sweeney at the Women and Children’s Free Restaurant and Community Kitchen. </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DbrRd3zD5Gg/" target="_blank">A post shared by KHQ Local News (@khq6)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>It’s also been alleged that, along with volunteering and fundraising, <em>The Housemaid</em> star has made major donations to various relief organizations. In her post about how people can support those impacted by the fires, she also noted that she’s supporting the Innovia Foundation, SpokAnimal, Watch Duty and Second Harvest. </p><p>So far, the three wildfires that have burned around Spokane have destroyed over 800 structures and forced 65,000 people to evacuate, per <a href="https://www.krem.com/article/news/local/wildfire/heres-what-we-know-about-all-fires-currently-burning-across-spokane-county/293-0e1b9863-42b3-4d76-a319-a7b97622dbea"><u>KREM 2</u></a>. The <em>Anyone But You </em>star candidly explained that her own loved ones have been impacted by all this as well. </p><p>As someone who is from Spokane, it’s deeply moving to see the community come together amid this disastrous event. It’s also wonderful to watch Sydney Sweeney shine such a bright spotlight on this issue by both telling her millions of followers about it and literally spending time in the city volunteering and helping where she can. </p><p>This is also another addition to her ongoing list of travels this summer. From <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-brand-opened-festival-saloon-featured-lingerie-hanging-from-ceiling-lots-karaoke"><u>opening a festival saloon at Stagecoach</u></a> for her lingerie brand to working on said brand during <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-downtime-filming-syrn-model-scooter-braun-summer-2026"><u>her downtime in Australia</u></a> to attending the NBA Finals in Texas, she’s been very busy. She's truly been all over the world and gone on all sorts of adventures, too, as her <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sydney_sweeney/">Instagram </a>shows her hanging out in the mountains, going bungee jumping in New Zealand, and even practicing her footwork at a soccer game. </p><p>Now, she’s travelled back to her hometown to support her family and those who have been impacted by the massive and destructive wildfires in Spokane. </p>
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                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>Typically, if Spokane, Washington is in the national news, it’s either because the Gonzaga men’s basketball team is doing really well or something very bad is happening. Sadly, right now, something terrible is happening, as three wildfires burn around the city. Thankfully, there’s lots of support and resources for those impacted, and to shine a bright and much-deserved light on all of this, Sydney Sweeney shared an emotional and educational message about the city we both call our home. </p><p>While <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sydney-sweeneys-australia-gundam-filming-scooter-braun-bikinis-picnic-titanic"><u>Sydney Sweeney films all around the world</u></a> and she is <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-world-travels-continue-posted-photos-eating-spaghetti-robe-paris"><u>constantly traveling for work and play</u></a>, Spokane, Washington is her hometown. So, in reaction to the fires that have collectively burned over 10,500 acres, destroyed over 700 structures, and forced 65,000 people to evacuate (per <a href="https://www.krem.com/article/news/local/wildfire/heres-what-we-know-about-all-fires-currently-burning-across-spokane-county/293-0e1b9863-42b3-4d76-a319-a7b97622dbea"><u>KREM 2</u></a>), she posted the following statement on her <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sydney_sweeney/"><u>Instagram </u></a>story: </p><div><blockquote><p>Spokane has always been home ot me. It’s where I grew up, where my family still lives, and where so many of the people and places that shaped me are. The devastating fires have changed countless lives in ways that are hard to put into words. Thousands of families have lost their homes, their belongings, and places of business, including members of my own family. This devastation is something our community has never experienced on this scale.</p></blockquote></div><p>While wildfires happen every summer in the Pacific Northwest, in my lifetime, none have ever been this destructive or impacted an urban area in such a massive way. According to Incident Command (per <a href="https://www.kxly.com/news/this-is-likely-the-most-destructive-fire-in-washingtons-history-officials-give-update-on-spokane/article_588e68f8-231d-4a6f-81ae-5fe1efa4a058.html"><u>KXLY</u></a>), this is “likely the most destructive fire in Washington’s history.” </p><p>In Sweeney’s post, she highlighted how bad these fires are, and noted that this situation isn’t getting the same kind of attention larger cities have gotten in the past. For example, a year and a half ago <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/kevin-smith-mandy-moore-more-updates-la-wildfires-impacted-homes"><u>LA was hit with wildfires</u></a> that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/miles-teller-wife-lost-home-la-fires-fans-love"><u>destroyed many celebrities’ homes</u></a> and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/ncis-greys-anatomy-more-tv-productions-on-hold-la-wildfires"><u>put a pause on multiple productions</u></a>.  The same kind of thing is happening in Spokane, and it deserves a spotlight, as the actress wrote: </p><div><blockquote><p>Unlike larger cities that often receive an overwhelming amount of national attention and resources, Spokane doesn’t have the same spotlight. If you’re looking for ways to help, these are four organizations I’m supporting that are on the ground right now helping this community that needs us. </p></blockquote></div><p>The organizations she’s supporting include: </p><ul><li>The <a href="https://innovia.iphiview.com/innovia/GiveNow/AccountInformation/tabid/495/dispatch/accountselection_id$180408_hash$f9c04d9a7ad07c61d181c69d882b312140005878/Default.aspx"><u>Innovia Foundation</u></a> is running the Spokane Complex Wildfire Fund, which supports nonprofits, businesses, and community organizations that were impacted by the fires.</li><li><a href="https://checkout.shelterluv.com/donate/spok"><u>Spokanimal</u></a> is providing care and housing for pets impacted by the fires.</li><li><a href="https://www.watchduty.org/"><u>Watch Duty</u></a>, a nonprofit run by retired firefighters, dispatchers and reporters who help keep people up to date about the fires.</li><li><a href="https://2-harvest.org/?form=wildfirerelief&amp;utm_source=ig&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_content=link_in_bio&amp;fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPOTM2NjE5NzQzMzkyNDU5AAGn1YqIpH9-E0Zeoculp_nfNEtbG8wy0gsLXd6Jgw1xXQKU9-CphoMlgAJ68bQ_aem_fQvO6wY3rdA9bvKUGez-bA"><u>Second Harvest</u></a> is helping with emergency food distribution in the area.</li></ul><p>As someone who grew up in the Spokane area and has seen wildfires hit the region year after year, I’ve witnessed how much help these organizations provide firsthand. So, yes, it means the world that such a big actress is shining such a bright spotlight on them. </p><p>On the final slide, <em>The Housemaid</em> star explained that <a href="https://www.pledge.to/love-for-spokane?fbclid=PAcGRvZgRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAwyNTYyODEwNDA1NTgAAaeyph2NVDoD7N3cAMJkC05EO0SmYImElW1tDQeKN4anYOyfLAQfSxkgj9HrEQ_aem_71J8soQoHS85Tz7S-DgtRg"><u>she’s started a fundraiser</u></a> for these organizations as well, noting that “every donation, no matter the size, will help support those affected as they begin the long road to rebuilding." She ended her statement by writing:</p><div><blockquote><p>Thank you for standing with my hometown during one of its most difficult moments.  </p></blockquote></div><figure role="gallery"><figure><img src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FKjM6JNanATMmnHpmwWHt7-1920-80.jpg" alt="A statement from Sydney Sweeney about the Spokane Wildfires. " /><figcaption><small role="credit">Sydney Sweeney's Instagram</small></figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KTYxd6XGFk29M54VHt68B8-1920-80.jpg" alt="A statement from Sydney Sweeney about the Spokane Wildfires and resources people can use/donate to." /><figcaption><small role="credit">Sydney Sweeney's Instagram</small></figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xo8jBCtr8zgmTjUHCRvvC8-1920-80.jpg" alt="A statement from Sydney Sweeney about the Spokane Wildfires. " /><figcaption><small role="credit">Sydney Sweeney's Instagram</small></figcaption></figure></figure><p>While Spokane has been getting national attention, having someone with such a massive platform highlight resources to help those affected is incredibly impactful. Along with her being the star of <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/the-housemaid-hit-another-milestone-sydney-sweeney-message-fans-vod-release"><u>box office hits like </u><u><em>The Housemaid</em></u></a> and <em>Anyone</em> <em>But You</em>, Sydney Sweeney has 26 million followers on Instagram. Her message is bound to reach tons of folks who might not even know these fires are happening. Hopefully, her statement can support the city in getting even more help as it works to recover from these disastrous fires. </p><p>Overall, as someone who grew up in the Spokane area, seeing this kind of love and outreach makes me emotional. Sydney Sweeney is using her platform to make this problem more widely known, and hopefully it can help the people of this city we both call home bounce back.</p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Riley Utley is the Weekend Editor at CinemaBlend. She has written for national publications as well as daily and alt-weekly newspapers in Spokane, Washington, Syracuse, New York and Charleston, South Carolina. She graduated with her master’s degree in arts journalism and communications from the Newhouse School at Syracuse University. Since joining the CB team she has covered numerous TV shows and movies -- including her personal favorite shows &lt;em&gt;Ted Lasso &lt;/em&gt;and &lt;em&gt;The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel&lt;/em&gt;. She also has followed and consistently written about everything from Taylor Swift to &lt;em&gt;Fire Country&lt;/em&gt;, and she&#039;s enjoyed every second of it.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Riley’s range in likes is random and wide, from Marvel to musicals and from&lt;em&gt; Game of Thrones&lt;/em&gt; to the latest Netflix rom-com you can catch her watching just about anything. Her favorite movies include but are not limited to &lt;em&gt;When Harry Met Sally, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-verse, Finding Nemo&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;The Grand Budapest Hotel&lt;/em&gt;. She loves going to the movie theater, consuming copious amounts of popcorn and logging whatever she saw on Letterboxd immediately afterward. She constantly walks around quoting &lt;em&gt;Ted Lasso, SNL&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;Parks and Rec&lt;/em&gt;. She has been known to create the occasional PowerPoint explaining the MCU to those who don’t get it. In the non-media realm, Riley is a massive college basketball fan. She is a firm believer that the Gonzaga men’s basketball team is the best team of all time, and she is patiently waiting for the day they finally win a national championship. She grew up in Washington and loves skiing, coffee and making sure that people know she is from the state, not D.C.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Anything Taylor Swift or Andrew Garfield does, finally seeing strong female representation in the MCU and eventually seeing Jonathan Bailey sing his heart out in &lt;em&gt;Wicked&lt;/em&gt;.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Typically, if Spokane, Washington is in the national news, it’s either because the Gonzaga men’s basketball team is doing really well or something very bad is happening. Sadly, right now, something terrible is happening, as three wildfires burn around the city. Thankfully, there’s lots of support and resources for those impacted, and to shine a bright and much-deserved light on all of this, Sydney Sweeney shared an emotional and educational message about the city we both call our home. </p><p>While <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sydney-sweeneys-australia-gundam-filming-scooter-braun-bikinis-picnic-titanic"><u>Sydney Sweeney films all around the world</u></a> and she is <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-world-travels-continue-posted-photos-eating-spaghetti-robe-paris"><u>constantly traveling for work and play</u></a>, Spokane, Washington is her hometown. So, in reaction to the fires that have collectively burned over 10,500 acres, destroyed over 700 structures, and forced 65,000 people to evacuate (per <a href="https://www.krem.com/article/news/local/wildfire/heres-what-we-know-about-all-fires-currently-burning-across-spokane-county/293-0e1b9863-42b3-4d76-a319-a7b97622dbea"><u>KREM 2</u></a>), she posted the following statement on her <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sydney_sweeney/"><u>Instagram </u></a>story: </p><div><blockquote><p>Spokane has always been home ot me. It’s where I grew up, where my family still lives, and where so many of the people and places that shaped me are. The devastating fires have changed countless lives in ways that are hard to put into words. Thousands of families have lost their homes, their belongings, and places of business, including members of my own family. This devastation is something our community has never experienced on this scale.</p></blockquote></div><p>While wildfires happen every summer in the Pacific Northwest, in my lifetime, none have ever been this destructive or impacted an urban area in such a massive way. According to Incident Command (per <a href="https://www.kxly.com/news/this-is-likely-the-most-destructive-fire-in-washingtons-history-officials-give-update-on-spokane/article_588e68f8-231d-4a6f-81ae-5fe1efa4a058.html"><u>KXLY</u></a>), this is “likely the most destructive fire in Washington’s history.” </p><p>In Sweeney’s post, she highlighted how bad these fires are, and noted that this situation isn’t getting the same kind of attention larger cities have gotten in the past. For example, a year and a half ago <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/kevin-smith-mandy-moore-more-updates-la-wildfires-impacted-homes"><u>LA was hit with wildfires</u></a> that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/miles-teller-wife-lost-home-la-fires-fans-love"><u>destroyed many celebrities’ homes</u></a> and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/ncis-greys-anatomy-more-tv-productions-on-hold-la-wildfires"><u>put a pause on multiple productions</u></a>.  The same kind of thing is happening in Spokane, and it deserves a spotlight, as the actress wrote: </p><div><blockquote><p>Unlike larger cities that often receive an overwhelming amount of national attention and resources, Spokane doesn’t have the same spotlight. If you’re looking for ways to help, these are four organizations I’m supporting that are on the ground right now helping this community that needs us. </p></blockquote></div><p>The organizations she’s supporting include: </p><ul><li>The <a href="https://innovia.iphiview.com/innovia/GiveNow/AccountInformation/tabid/495/dispatch/accountselection_id$180408_hash$f9c04d9a7ad07c61d181c69d882b312140005878/Default.aspx"><u>Innovia Foundation</u></a> is running the Spokane Complex Wildfire Fund, which supports nonprofits, businesses, and community organizations that were impacted by the fires.</li><li><a href="https://checkout.shelterluv.com/donate/spok"><u>Spokanimal</u></a> is providing care and housing for pets impacted by the fires.</li><li><a href="https://www.watchduty.org/"><u>Watch Duty</u></a>, a nonprofit run by retired firefighters, dispatchers and reporters who help keep people up to date about the fires.</li><li><a href="https://2-harvest.org/?form=wildfirerelief&amp;utm_source=ig&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_content=link_in_bio&amp;fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPOTM2NjE5NzQzMzkyNDU5AAGn1YqIpH9-E0Zeoculp_nfNEtbG8wy0gsLXd6Jgw1xXQKU9-CphoMlgAJ68bQ_aem_fQvO6wY3rdA9bvKUGez-bA"><u>Second Harvest</u></a> is helping with emergency food distribution in the area.</li></ul><p>As someone who grew up in the Spokane area and has seen wildfires hit the region year after year, I’ve witnessed how much help these organizations provide firsthand. So, yes, it means the world that such a big actress is shining such a bright spotlight on them. </p><p>On the final slide, <em>The Housemaid</em> star explained that <a href="https://www.pledge.to/love-for-spokane?fbclid=PAcGRvZgRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAwyNTYyODEwNDA1NTgAAaeyph2NVDoD7N3cAMJkC05EO0SmYImElW1tDQeKN4anYOyfLAQfSxkgj9HrEQ_aem_71J8soQoHS85Tz7S-DgtRg"><u>she’s started a fundraiser</u></a> for these organizations as well, noting that “every donation, no matter the size, will help support those affected as they begin the long road to rebuilding." She ended her statement by writing:</p><div><blockquote><p>Thank you for standing with my hometown during one of its most difficult moments.  </p></blockquote></div><figure role="gallery"><figure><img src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FKjM6JNanATMmnHpmwWHt7-1920-80.jpg" alt="A statement from Sydney Sweeney about the Spokane Wildfires. " /><figcaption><small role="credit">Sydney Sweeney's Instagram</small></figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KTYxd6XGFk29M54VHt68B8-1920-80.jpg" alt="A statement from Sydney Sweeney about the Spokane Wildfires and resources people can use/donate to." /><figcaption><small role="credit">Sydney Sweeney's Instagram</small></figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xo8jBCtr8zgmTjUHCRvvC8-1920-80.jpg" alt="A statement from Sydney Sweeney about the Spokane Wildfires. " /><figcaption><small role="credit">Sydney Sweeney's Instagram</small></figcaption></figure></figure><p>While Spokane has been getting national attention, having someone with such a massive platform highlight resources to help those affected is incredibly impactful. Along with her being the star of <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/the-housemaid-hit-another-milestone-sydney-sweeney-message-fans-vod-release"><u>box office hits like </u><u><em>The Housemaid</em></u></a> and <em>Anyone</em> <em>But You</em>, Sydney Sweeney has 26 million followers on Instagram. Her message is bound to reach tons of folks who might not even know these fires are happening. Hopefully, her statement can support the city in getting even more help as it works to recover from these disastrous fires. </p><p>Overall, as someone who grew up in the Spokane area, seeing this kind of love and outreach makes me emotional. Sydney Sweeney is using her platform to make this problem more widely known, and hopefully it can help the people of this city we both call home bounce back.</p>
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                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>I realize it’s a bit early to be counting down the days to a December release on the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-2027-movies-new-release-dates-theaters-streaming"><u>2027 movie schedule</u></a>; however, that’s exactly what I’m doing with <em>The Housemaid’s</em> sequel. That’s because the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/features/upcoming-book-to-screen-adaptations-what-to-read-before-the-movie-or-tv-show"><u>book-to-screen adaptation</u></a> of <em>The Housemaid’s Secret</em> is making big moves, as it recently cast Brittany Snow as Marybeth. And her celebration video has got me very, very excited. </p><p>Not long after <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-shot-amanda-seyfried-lovely-message-after-the-housemaid-beat-box-office-record"><u><em>The Housemaid</em></u><u> had a remarkable run at the box office</u></a>, the sequel was greenlit. Now, we’ve been getting periodic updates about it, and specifically, its newest cast members. Most recently, it was revealed that Brittany Snow has joined the ensemble, as the actress, the film and more posted on Instagram: </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Dbn72yap3PU/" target="_blank">A post shared by The Housemaid (@housemaidmovie)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>Well, this is both cute and extremely exciting, and I cannot wait to see <em>The Hunting Wives</em> star in this twisty thriller. Sydney Sweeney is excited about it too, as the Millie actress commented on the post: </p><div><blockquote><p>Couldn’t be more excited ❤️</p></blockquote></div><p>As I mentioned, Snow will be playing Marybeth in this adaptation of Freida McFadden’s novel. According to <a href="https://variety.com/2026/film/news/brittany-snow-the-housemaids-secret-sydney-sweeney-1236826813/"><u>Variety</u></a>, her character is “an unassuming receptionist at” the company run by the man Sweeney’s character, Millie, works for. However, we don’t know many details yet about how her character will be involved in the story. </p><p>The book’s synopsis states that Millie takes a job working for the Garricks, who have some deep and dark secrets. She’s notably not allowed to see Mrs. Garrick or their guest bedroom. However, once she goes in that room, Millie makes a vow to “protect Mrs. Garrick while keeping [her] own secrets locked up safe.” </p><p>Speaking of the Garricks, they will be played by Kirsten Dunst (who was the first <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/the-housemaid-2-just-added-kirsten-dunst"><u>new A-lister added to </u><u><em>The Housemaid</em></u><u> </u><u><em>2’s </em></u><u>cast</u></a>) and Paul Anthony Kelly, who you might recognize from his breakout role as John F. Kennedy Jr. in <em>Love Story</em>. Now that Snow is in the mix, this new ensemble is shaping up to be just as iconic as the first film’s cast. </p><p>Speaking of the first film’s team, Sydney Sweeney will obviously be back to lead the movie as Millie and serve as a producer, and Paul Feig is returning to direct. On top of all that, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/amanda-seyfried-wants-in-the-housemaid-sequel-how-it-could-happen"><u>Amanda Seyfried said “they’re finding a way”</u></a> to get her back too. </p><p>While <em>The Housemaid</em> follows a toxic family (and its sequel will as well), it’s clear this ensemble is anything but that. They all seem genuinely thrilled to be making <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/will-the-housemaid-get-sequel-sydney-sweeney-director-paul-feig-weigh-in"><u><em>The Housemaid’s </em></u><u>sequel</u></a>, and it was obvious that the original cast adored making that first movie. </p><p>Now, with all that said, you better believe I’ll be ready to see the twisted tale they create on the big screen when <em>The Housemaid’s Secret</em> hits theaters on December 17, 2027. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Riley Utley ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kXTLd8ja6TbGctTZCbdkce-320-70.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Riley Utley is the Weekend Editor at CinemaBlend. She has written for national publications as well as daily and alt-weekly newspapers in Spokane, Washington, Syracuse, New York and Charleston, South Carolina. She graduated with her master’s degree in arts journalism and communications from the Newhouse School at Syracuse University. Since joining the CB team she has covered numerous TV shows and movies -- including her personal favorite shows &lt;em&gt;Ted Lasso &lt;/em&gt;and &lt;em&gt;The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel&lt;/em&gt;. She also has followed and consistently written about everything from Taylor Swift to &lt;em&gt;Fire Country&lt;/em&gt;, and she&#039;s enjoyed every second of it.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Riley’s range in likes is random and wide, from Marvel to musicals and from&lt;em&gt; Game of Thrones&lt;/em&gt; to the latest Netflix rom-com you can catch her watching just about anything. Her favorite movies include but are not limited to &lt;em&gt;When Harry Met Sally, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-verse, Finding Nemo&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;The Grand Budapest Hotel&lt;/em&gt;. She loves going to the movie theater, consuming copious amounts of popcorn and logging whatever she saw on Letterboxd immediately afterward. She constantly walks around quoting &lt;em&gt;Ted Lasso, SNL&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;Parks and Rec&lt;/em&gt;. She has been known to create the occasional PowerPoint explaining the MCU to those who don’t get it. In the non-media realm, Riley is a massive college basketball fan. She is a firm believer that the Gonzaga men’s basketball team is the best team of all time, and she is patiently waiting for the day they finally win a national championship. She grew up in Washington and loves skiing, coffee and making sure that people know she is from the state, not D.C.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Anything Taylor Swift or Andrew Garfield does, finally seeing strong female representation in the MCU and eventually seeing Jonathan Bailey sing his heart out in &lt;em&gt;Wicked&lt;/em&gt;.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>I realize it’s a bit early to be counting down the days to a December release on the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-2027-movies-new-release-dates-theaters-streaming"><u>2027 movie schedule</u></a>; however, that’s exactly what I’m doing with <em>The Housemaid’s</em> sequel. That’s because the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/features/upcoming-book-to-screen-adaptations-what-to-read-before-the-movie-or-tv-show"><u>book-to-screen adaptation</u></a> of <em>The Housemaid’s Secret</em> is making big moves, as it recently cast Brittany Snow as Marybeth. And her celebration video has got me very, very excited. </p><p>Not long after <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-shot-amanda-seyfried-lovely-message-after-the-housemaid-beat-box-office-record"><u><em>The Housemaid</em></u><u> had a remarkable run at the box office</u></a>, the sequel was greenlit. Now, we’ve been getting periodic updates about it, and specifically, its newest cast members. Most recently, it was revealed that Brittany Snow has joined the ensemble, as the actress, the film and more posted on Instagram: </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Dbn72yap3PU/" target="_blank">A post shared by The Housemaid (@housemaidmovie)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>Well, this is both cute and extremely exciting, and I cannot wait to see <em>The Hunting Wives</em> star in this twisty thriller. Sydney Sweeney is excited about it too, as the Millie actress commented on the post: </p><div><blockquote><p>Couldn’t be more excited ❤️</p></blockquote></div><p>As I mentioned, Snow will be playing Marybeth in this adaptation of Freida McFadden’s novel. According to <a href="https://variety.com/2026/film/news/brittany-snow-the-housemaids-secret-sydney-sweeney-1236826813/"><u>Variety</u></a>, her character is “an unassuming receptionist at” the company run by the man Sweeney’s character, Millie, works for. However, we don’t know many details yet about how her character will be involved in the story. </p><p>The book’s synopsis states that Millie takes a job working for the Garricks, who have some deep and dark secrets. She’s notably not allowed to see Mrs. Garrick or their guest bedroom. However, once she goes in that room, Millie makes a vow to “protect Mrs. Garrick while keeping [her] own secrets locked up safe.” </p><p>Speaking of the Garricks, they will be played by Kirsten Dunst (who was the first <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/the-housemaid-2-just-added-kirsten-dunst"><u>new A-lister added to </u><u><em>The Housemaid</em></u><u> </u><u><em>2’s </em></u><u>cast</u></a>) and Paul Anthony Kelly, who you might recognize from his breakout role as John F. Kennedy Jr. in <em>Love Story</em>. Now that Snow is in the mix, this new ensemble is shaping up to be just as iconic as the first film’s cast. </p><p>Speaking of the first film’s team, Sydney Sweeney will obviously be back to lead the movie as Millie and serve as a producer, and Paul Feig is returning to direct. On top of all that, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/amanda-seyfried-wants-in-the-housemaid-sequel-how-it-could-happen"><u>Amanda Seyfried said “they’re finding a way”</u></a> to get her back too. </p><p>While <em>The Housemaid</em> follows a toxic family (and its sequel will as well), it’s clear this ensemble is anything but that. They all seem genuinely thrilled to be making <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/will-the-housemaid-get-sequel-sydney-sweeney-director-paul-feig-weigh-in"><u><em>The Housemaid’s </em></u><u>sequel</u></a>, and it was obvious that the original cast adored making that first movie. </p><p>Now, with all that said, you better believe I’ll be ready to see the twisted tale they create on the big screen when <em>The Housemaid’s Secret</em> hits theaters on December 17, 2027. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sydney Sweeney Has Downtime After Filming Down Under, So She’s Back To Rocking Her Lingerie Line ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>It hasn’t felt like summer in my area over the last few days. Temps cooled. Some plants died overnight, and as the season winds down, I found out Sydney Sweeney is no longer <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sydney-sweeneys-australia-gundam-filming-scooter-braun-bikinis-picnic-titanic"><u>living her best life down under</u></a>. A few days ago, she was spotted back in California, specifically Santa Barbara, enjoying a day date with Scooter Braun (and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/kim-kardashian-bought-vintage-bronco-like-sydney-sweeney-high-cost">her beloved vintage Bronco</a>). Now summer is cooling off, she's got some downtime from acting, and is back to focusing on her lingerie line, Syrn. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="8MJNEYRiEe77jDMsvpgYQh" name="sydney Sweeney" alt="Sydney Sweeney walks down the hallway with her makeup done and her hair in a lot of little ties in Euphoria Season 2." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8MJNEYRiEe77jDMsvpgYQh-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: HBO)</span></figcaption></figure><p>While Sweeney loves reposting her fans trying on some of Syrn’s latest styles, she puts her money where her mouth is, too, and often models some of her collections as they become available. She was back in action on her Instagram Stories this week, rocking a new black look with long mesh gloves, a fuzzy coat, and teased hair. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:174.65%;"><img id="sinjyxwVnqYqMg25tWarpi" name="sydney stories" alt="Sydney Sweeney models a new black look from her Syrn line, summer 2026." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sinjyxwVnqYqMg25tWarpi-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="3493" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Syrn, Syndey Sweeney)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Just a few days ago, she was also <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DbbBv16FEw_/"><u>trying out the lines ice-cream colored new “comfy” looks</u></a>, in this case twist front bralettes and cute button up pajamas. The unisex button down shirts <a href="https://syrn.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoooFlNc2t4zepR4aIram0PDtlLSmFcK9BhZcSAo9Zb_3HXO2brF">run for about $89</a> while the bralettes are a reasonably $39. </p><p>Syrn only debuted earlier this year, and to (honestly) the surprise of no one, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-viral-lingerie-line-sold-out-faster-than-she-guessed"><u>the line sold out right away</u></a>. It has since expanded quite a bit, offering different styles for different vibes. So, for example, the black lingerie is part of the “seduction” line, while Syrn also offers a bridal edit, and various collections including comfy, small town girl, my first rodeo and more. Meanwhile, Sweeney has seemingly taken a note from the Kardashians, Selena Gomez and others, and continues to be the ambassador of the brand she fronts. Kim, for example, just did something similar recently, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/kim-kardashian-modeling-skims-new-micro-fits-drops-photos"><u>modeling SKIMS’ Microfits</u></a>. </p><p>I have never seen a woman look so effortless while so busy. As noted, Sweeney, just wrapped on the film <em>Gundam</em> and spent a huge chunk of the summer in Australia. Her other movie <em>Custom of the Country</em> is also in post-production. In addition, she'd wrapped the <em>Euphoria</em> press tour in late spring, and post-release had to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-finally-asked-euphoria-onlyfans-controversy-nudity"><u>deal with backlash toward her character Cassie</u></a>, to boot.  </p><p>Outside of all this wrapped work, she has several movies in development, including the hotly anticipated <em>The Housemaid 2</em>, aka <em>The Housemaid's Secret</em>. She’s heavily involved with this lingerie line. She’s managed to be in Santa Barbara with beau Scooter Braun, plus she jet setted around for The Knicks playoff games. Oh yeah, and again, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-returned-australia-whereanyone-but-you-shot-sequel-gundam-netflix"><u>she was in Australia for </u><u><em>Gundam</em></u></a>. The woman clearly plays as hard as she works. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background:&lt;/strong&gt; Jessica Rawden is Managing Editor at CinemaBlend. She’s been kicking out news stories at CinemaBlend since 2007 and joined the full-time staff in 2014. She oversees news content, hiring and training for the site, and her areas of expertise include theme parks, rom-coms, Hallmark (particularly Christmas movie season), reality TV, celebrity interviews and primetime. She loves a good animated movie.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jessica has a Masters in Library Science degree from Indiana University, and used to be found behind a reference desk most definitely not shushing people. She now uses those skills in researching and tracking down information in very different ways.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She’s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: A former soccer player and recent tennis addict, Jessica also enjoys running, both of the distance and sprint variety. When not at the movie theater or in a theme park, her other free time is spent in book clubs, hiking, drinking wine, binge-watching, keeping tabs on celebrity fashion and riding rollercoasters. Has a serious Hallmark habit and an even bigger record-buying habit. Will bake for compliments.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She’s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: &amp;nbsp;Hallmark Christmas movie season. Wearing socks to bed. &amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>It hasn’t felt like summer in my area over the last few days. Temps cooled. Some plants died overnight, and as the season winds down, I found out Sydney Sweeney is no longer <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sydney-sweeneys-australia-gundam-filming-scooter-braun-bikinis-picnic-titanic"><u>living her best life down under</u></a>. A few days ago, she was spotted back in California, specifically Santa Barbara, enjoying a day date with Scooter Braun (and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/kim-kardashian-bought-vintage-bronco-like-sydney-sweeney-high-cost">her beloved vintage Bronco</a>). Now summer is cooling off, she's got some downtime from acting, and is back to focusing on her lingerie line, Syrn. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="8MJNEYRiEe77jDMsvpgYQh" name="sydney Sweeney" alt="Sydney Sweeney walks down the hallway with her makeup done and her hair in a lot of little ties in Euphoria Season 2." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8MJNEYRiEe77jDMsvpgYQh-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: HBO)</span></figcaption></figure><p>While Sweeney loves reposting her fans trying on some of Syrn’s latest styles, she puts her money where her mouth is, too, and often models some of her collections as they become available. She was back in action on her Instagram Stories this week, rocking a new black look with long mesh gloves, a fuzzy coat, and teased hair. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:174.65%;"><img id="sinjyxwVnqYqMg25tWarpi" name="sydney stories" alt="Sydney Sweeney models a new black look from her Syrn line, summer 2026." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sinjyxwVnqYqMg25tWarpi-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="3493" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Syrn, Syndey Sweeney)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Just a few days ago, she was also <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DbbBv16FEw_/"><u>trying out the lines ice-cream colored new “comfy” looks</u></a>, in this case twist front bralettes and cute button up pajamas. The unisex button down shirts <a href="https://syrn.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoooFlNc2t4zepR4aIram0PDtlLSmFcK9BhZcSAo9Zb_3HXO2brF">run for about $89</a> while the bralettes are a reasonably $39. </p><p>Syrn only debuted earlier this year, and to (honestly) the surprise of no one, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeneys-viral-lingerie-line-sold-out-faster-than-she-guessed"><u>the line sold out right away</u></a>. It has since expanded quite a bit, offering different styles for different vibes. So, for example, the black lingerie is part of the “seduction” line, while Syrn also offers a bridal edit, and various collections including comfy, small town girl, my first rodeo and more. Meanwhile, Sweeney has seemingly taken a note from the Kardashians, Selena Gomez and others, and continues to be the ambassador of the brand she fronts. Kim, for example, just did something similar recently, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/kim-kardashian-modeling-skims-new-micro-fits-drops-photos"><u>modeling SKIMS’ Microfits</u></a>. </p><p>I have never seen a woman look so effortless while so busy. As noted, Sweeney, just wrapped on the film <em>Gundam</em> and spent a huge chunk of the summer in Australia. Her other movie <em>Custom of the Country</em> is also in post-production. In addition, she'd wrapped the <em>Euphoria</em> press tour in late spring, and post-release had to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-finally-asked-euphoria-onlyfans-controversy-nudity"><u>deal with backlash toward her character Cassie</u></a>, to boot.  </p><p>Outside of all this wrapped work, she has several movies in development, including the hotly anticipated <em>The Housemaid 2</em>, aka <em>The Housemaid's Secret</em>. She’s heavily involved with this lingerie line. She’s managed to be in Santa Barbara with beau Scooter Braun, plus she jet setted around for The Knicks playoff games. Oh yeah, and again, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-returned-australia-whereanyone-but-you-shot-sequel-gundam-netflix"><u>she was in Australia for </u><u><em>Gundam</em></u></a>. The woman clearly plays as hard as she works. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sydney Sweeney On Why It Was Insane People Thought The Cast Was Holding Up Euphoria ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p><em>Euphoria</em> was a wildly popular series from the moment it premiered for those with an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers"><u>HBO Max subscription</u></a> (though it was <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/hbo-screwed-the-pooch-max-name-changes-making-fun-of-itself-john-cena-noah-wyle"><u>still Max at the time</u></a>). Despite ratings most shows would die for, it took seven years for three seasons of the hit series to be produced. This led to plenty of chatter about what was going on behind-the-scenes, and a frequently cited point of contention was the popular cast. </p><p>After breaking big on <em>Euphoria</em>, actors like Sydney Sweeney, Jacob Elordi, Hunter Schafer and more got really busy. Zendaya, of course, was already swamped with roles in the <em>Dune</em> and <em>Spider-man</em> franchises, plus plenty of additional movie projects. So, when there was a lot of chatter about why <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/euphoria-season-3-delayed-hbo-silver-lining"><u>new seasons were so slow to come to fruition</u></a>, it’s no surprise the castmates’ <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/euphoria-delay-continues-hunter-schafer-joins-blade-runner-2099"><u>busy schedules kept coming up.</u></a> </p><p>In a revelatory interview about the final season of <em>Euphoria</em> and more, Sydney Sweeney was asked a lot about the alleged drama on set, including whether or not she and her co-stars were the ones responsible for holding up the series, particularly ahead of Season 3. She got candid with <a href="https://www.vanityfair.com/story/sydney-sweeney-interview-euphoria"><u>Vanity Fair</u></a>, saying: </p><div><blockquote><p>I was in first position to HBO. So the moment they say, ‘Hey, this is the first day of filming,’ I’m legally not allowed to do anything else. So my schedule doesn’t affect the show.</p></blockquote></div><p>It wasn’t just Ms. Sweeney who was contractually obligated to work in <em>Euphoria</em> over other roles. Given nearly all of the young cast broke big on the HBO show, pretty much “all” of them were in the same position with Sam Levinson’s drama. </p><div><blockquote><p>All of us were in first position, so it wasn’t like any of our schedules were holding it up.</p></blockquote></div><p>Now, a fair number of people involved in the show have cited Levinson’s working process as being more of the reason for the hold-up. <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/colman-domingo-thinks-knows-why-every-season-euphoria-takes-so-long"><u>Colman Domingo seemingly confirmed this</u></a> while citing the cast does love each other. Other rumored issues seemed to indicate it may have been <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/bombshell-report-euphoria-delay-zendaya-hating-the-script"><u>Zendaya herself who hated the script</u></a> and was pushing for rewrites, rumors that were later not quelled <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/after-rumors-zendaya-unhappy-euphoria-ending-her-mom-spoke-devastating-finale"><u>given the actress’ mom’s response</u></a> after the Season 3 ending aired. </p><p>Per Sweeney, however, there is one area you absolutely cannot blame: the schedules. In general, she says the experience of filming the show was a loving, memorable one for herself and her co-stars, even when she <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-finally-asked-euphoria-onlyfans-controversy-nudity"><u>dealt with backlash for Cassie’s storyline</u></a> in the final season. </p><p>In short, she’s <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/is-there-sydney-sweeney-zendaya-beef-why-people-talking-about-euphoria-video"><u>quashing ALL the beef</u></a>. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jessica Rawden ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gNi5ipvqyWREFVbs7Ehzx9-320-70.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background:&lt;/strong&gt; Jessica Rawden is Managing Editor at CinemaBlend. She’s been kicking out news stories at CinemaBlend since 2007 and joined the full-time staff in 2014. She oversees news content, hiring and training for the site, and her areas of expertise include theme parks, rom-coms, Hallmark (particularly Christmas movie season), reality TV, celebrity interviews and primetime. She loves a good animated movie.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She’s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: A former soccer player and recent tennis addict, Jessica also enjoys running, both of the distance and sprint variety. When not at the movie theater or in a theme park, her other free time is spent in book clubs, hiking, drinking wine, binge-watching, keeping tabs on celebrity fashion and riding rollercoasters. Has a serious Hallmark habit and an even bigger record-buying habit. Will bake for compliments.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She’s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: &amp;nbsp;Hallmark Christmas movie season. Wearing socks to bed. &amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><em>Euphoria</em> was a wildly popular series from the moment it premiered for those with an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers"><u>HBO Max subscription</u></a> (though it was <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/hbo-screwed-the-pooch-max-name-changes-making-fun-of-itself-john-cena-noah-wyle"><u>still Max at the time</u></a>). Despite ratings most shows would die for, it took seven years for three seasons of the hit series to be produced. This led to plenty of chatter about what was going on behind-the-scenes, and a frequently cited point of contention was the popular cast. </p><p>After breaking big on <em>Euphoria</em>, actors like Sydney Sweeney, Jacob Elordi, Hunter Schafer and more got really busy. Zendaya, of course, was already swamped with roles in the <em>Dune</em> and <em>Spider-man</em> franchises, plus plenty of additional movie projects. So, when there was a lot of chatter about why <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/euphoria-season-3-delayed-hbo-silver-lining"><u>new seasons were so slow to come to fruition</u></a>, it’s no surprise the castmates’ <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/euphoria-delay-continues-hunter-schafer-joins-blade-runner-2099"><u>busy schedules kept coming up.</u></a> </p><p>In a revelatory interview about the final season of <em>Euphoria</em> and more, Sydney Sweeney was asked a lot about the alleged drama on set, including whether or not she and her co-stars were the ones responsible for holding up the series, particularly ahead of Season 3. She got candid with <a href="https://www.vanityfair.com/story/sydney-sweeney-interview-euphoria"><u>Vanity Fair</u></a>, saying: </p><div><blockquote><p>I was in first position to HBO. So the moment they say, ‘Hey, this is the first day of filming,’ I’m legally not allowed to do anything else. So my schedule doesn’t affect the show.</p></blockquote></div><p>It wasn’t just Ms. Sweeney who was contractually obligated to work in <em>Euphoria</em> over other roles. Given nearly all of the young cast broke big on the HBO show, pretty much “all” of them were in the same position with Sam Levinson’s drama. </p><div><blockquote><p>All of us were in first position, so it wasn’t like any of our schedules were holding it up.</p></blockquote></div><p>Now, a fair number of people involved in the show have cited Levinson’s working process as being more of the reason for the hold-up. <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/colman-domingo-thinks-knows-why-every-season-euphoria-takes-so-long"><u>Colman Domingo seemingly confirmed this</u></a> while citing the cast does love each other. Other rumored issues seemed to indicate it may have been <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/bombshell-report-euphoria-delay-zendaya-hating-the-script"><u>Zendaya herself who hated the script</u></a> and was pushing for rewrites, rumors that were later not quelled <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/after-rumors-zendaya-unhappy-euphoria-ending-her-mom-spoke-devastating-finale"><u>given the actress’ mom’s response</u></a> after the Season 3 ending aired. </p><p>Per Sweeney, however, there is one area you absolutely cannot blame: the schedules. In general, she says the experience of filming the show was a loving, memorable one for herself and her co-stars, even when she <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-finally-asked-euphoria-onlyfans-controversy-nudity"><u>dealt with backlash for Cassie’s storyline</u></a> in the final season. </p><p>In short, she’s <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/is-there-sydney-sweeney-zendaya-beef-why-people-talking-about-euphoria-video"><u>quashing ALL the beef</u></a>. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sydney Sweeney Is Making Low-Rise Cool Again As Denim Trend Spreads ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>A pal of mine has a teenaged daughter who is my size, and the other day she handed me some jeans that were practically brand new. They were great jeans — a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-brought-back-great-jeans-in-public-this-week-added-dress"><u>term that got Sydney Sweeney in trouble</u></a> some months ago– but in this case I mean quality denim that was only a season or two old. Her daughter didn’t wear them anymore, my friend lamented, because they were high waisted. That’s because it’s “low rise season,” a concept Ms. Sweeney and American Eagle seem very on board with. </p><p>In fact, Sweeney is back and touting jeans for the brand several months after a brouhaha comparing “great jeans” to “great genes” and led to accusations of Nazism brewing online. The<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-jeans-ad-controversial-made-money-american-eagle"><u> jeans sold like hotcakes </u></a>despite the backlash, and the brand has continued working with the actress in the time since, with <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-brought-back-great-jeans-in-public-this-week-added-dress"><u>Sweeney dropping looks at denim minidresses</u></a> and more. Her latest?</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DbGCn04FqP4/" target="_blank">A post shared by Sydney Sweeney (@sydney_sweeney)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>Yes, it’s low-rise jeans, and it's hardly the first time she's worn them. We've caught her out on the streets of New York in low-rise denim looks from MiuMiu and more in 2026, but the pro to these AE lines is that they aren't aspirational. Anyone can dive in and give them a whirl. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:150.00%;"><img id="GwL6gtoHBHtwqpuwgwZ8x3" name="GettyImages-2151456398" alt="Sydney Sweeney walking with her low rise jeans and tighty whities peeking out in 2026 denim outfit." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GwL6gtoHBHtwqpuwgwZ8x3-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="3000" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Getty Images)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Continuing the trend that everything old becomes new again, the early aughts are being heavily represented in American Eagle’s latest jeans line. Sydney Sweeney looks great in low rise, but I feel it’s only a matter of time before the whale tale trend makes a comeback, and I am very much not looking forward to it. </p><p>Meanwhile, Sydney Sweeney has made a lot of fashion splashes in the last 12 months outside of people getting angry about her wearing jeans for a campaign she literally had no control over. She and Amanda Seyfried <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/the-housemaid-punny-response-sydney-sweeney-amanda-seyfried-rocking-red-carpet-plunging-dresses"><u>“dressed to kill” for </u><u><em>The Housemaid</em></u><u> press tour</u></a>, and then she <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/euphorias-sydney-sweeney-rocked-some-tall-shoes-on-the-red-carpet-then-shows-off-her-battle-wounds"><u>was a long, cool woman in a black dress</u></a> a few months later for <em>Euphoria</em>. She’s also been excellent at cross-promoting, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wears-many-corsets-why-she-made-one-fans-could-wear"><u>wearing corsets on the red carpet</u></a> before creating one for her own lingerie brand. </p><p>The actress has been <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sydney-sweeneys-australia-gundam-filming-scooter-braun-bikinis-picnic-titanic"><u>down under filming </u><u><em>Gundam</em></u><u> this summe</u></a>r, but she does have a large swathe of additional projects coming up. I doubt we’ll see her in jeans on the red carpet, though I do <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/milly-alcock-rocks-sheer-top-socks-brazil-supergirl-premiere-informal-come-back-craig-gillespie">appreciate a casual carpet event</a>, but we should see her trying her hand at more <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/celebrity-fashion">celebrity fashion </a>trends in the coming months. I’m just going to keep my fingers crossed that thongs don’t start making a major reappearance. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background:&lt;/strong&gt; Jessica Rawden is Managing Editor at CinemaBlend. She’s been kicking out news stories at CinemaBlend since 2007 and joined the full-time staff in 2014. She oversees news content, hiring and training for the site, and her areas of expertise include theme parks, rom-coms, Hallmark (particularly Christmas movie season), reality TV, celebrity interviews and primetime. She loves a good animated movie.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She’s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: A former soccer player and recent tennis addict, Jessica also enjoys running, both of the distance and sprint variety. When not at the movie theater or in a theme park, her other free time is spent in book clubs, hiking, drinking wine, binge-watching, keeping tabs on celebrity fashion and riding rollercoasters. Has a serious Hallmark habit and an even bigger record-buying habit. Will bake for compliments.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>A pal of mine has a teenaged daughter who is my size, and the other day she handed me some jeans that were practically brand new. They were great jeans — a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-brought-back-great-jeans-in-public-this-week-added-dress"><u>term that got Sydney Sweeney in trouble</u></a> some months ago– but in this case I mean quality denim that was only a season or two old. Her daughter didn’t wear them anymore, my friend lamented, because they were high waisted. That’s because it’s “low rise season,” a concept Ms. Sweeney and American Eagle seem very on board with. </p><p>In fact, Sweeney is back and touting jeans for the brand several months after a brouhaha comparing “great jeans” to “great genes” and led to accusations of Nazism brewing online. The<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-jeans-ad-controversial-made-money-american-eagle"><u> jeans sold like hotcakes </u></a>despite the backlash, and the brand has continued working with the actress in the time since, with <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-brought-back-great-jeans-in-public-this-week-added-dress"><u>Sweeney dropping looks at denim minidresses</u></a> and more. Her latest?</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DbGCn04FqP4/" target="_blank">A post shared by Sydney Sweeney (@sydney_sweeney)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>Yes, it’s low-rise jeans, and it's hardly the first time she's worn them. We've caught her out on the streets of New York in low-rise denim looks from MiuMiu and more in 2026, but the pro to these AE lines is that they aren't aspirational. Anyone can dive in and give them a whirl. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:150.00%;"><img id="GwL6gtoHBHtwqpuwgwZ8x3" name="GettyImages-2151456398" alt="Sydney Sweeney walking with her low rise jeans and tighty whities peeking out in 2026 denim outfit." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GwL6gtoHBHtwqpuwgwZ8x3-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="3000" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Getty Images)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Continuing the trend that everything old becomes new again, the early aughts are being heavily represented in American Eagle’s latest jeans line. Sydney Sweeney looks great in low rise, but I feel it’s only a matter of time before the whale tale trend makes a comeback, and I am very much not looking forward to it. </p><p>Meanwhile, Sydney Sweeney has made a lot of fashion splashes in the last 12 months outside of people getting angry about her wearing jeans for a campaign she literally had no control over. She and Amanda Seyfried <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/the-housemaid-punny-response-sydney-sweeney-amanda-seyfried-rocking-red-carpet-plunging-dresses"><u>“dressed to kill” for </u><u><em>The Housemaid</em></u><u> press tour</u></a>, and then she <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/euphorias-sydney-sweeney-rocked-some-tall-shoes-on-the-red-carpet-then-shows-off-her-battle-wounds"><u>was a long, cool woman in a black dress</u></a> a few months later for <em>Euphoria</em>. She’s also been excellent at cross-promoting, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-wears-many-corsets-why-she-made-one-fans-could-wear"><u>wearing corsets on the red carpet</u></a> before creating one for her own lingerie brand. </p><p>The actress has been <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sydney-sweeneys-australia-gundam-filming-scooter-braun-bikinis-picnic-titanic"><u>down under filming </u><u><em>Gundam</em></u><u> this summe</u></a>r, but she does have a large swathe of additional projects coming up. I doubt we’ll see her in jeans on the red carpet, though I do <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/milly-alcock-rocks-sheer-top-socks-brazil-supergirl-premiere-informal-come-back-craig-gillespie">appreciate a casual carpet event</a>, but we should see her trying her hand at more <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/celebrity-fashion">celebrity fashion </a>trends in the coming months. I’m just going to keep my fingers crossed that thongs don’t start making a major reappearance. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sydney Sweeney’s Been Filming Down Under, And Her Pics Are All Bikinis, Picnics & Scooter Braun ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>Sydney Sweeney is living her best life in Australia. The actress returned to the country where <em>Anyone But You</em> shot back in May. She’s spent the summer there <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-returned-australia-whereanyone-but-you-shot-sequel-gundam-netflix"><u>filming the new live action </u><u><em>Gundam</em></u><u> movie</u></a>, and by every pic I’ve seen, the entire experience looks delightful. In fact, her recent photodump is all bikini days, picnics filled with real food options, and living what looks to be her best life with Scooter Braun, whom she's been dating since shortly after <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/why-was-sydney-sweeney-at-jeff-bezos-wedding-insider-has-very-hollywood-explanation">she was seen at Jeff Bezos' wedding</a> in 2025. </p><p>As much as I’m <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-trots-out-black-bikini"><u>here for Sydney Sweeney’s summer bikini life</u></a>, I just think her “little Aussie dump” of summer moments is so charming. The picnic date with the pizza and the pasta is supreme. There’s a separate photo of her and (what is likely) beau Scooter Braun recreating the very cringe moment <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/finally-watched-anyone-but-you-other-rom-coms-take-notes-sydney-sweeney-glen-powell-flick"><u>she and Glen Powell tried to do the “I’m flying” scene</u></a> from <em>Titanic</em>. So, essentially it’s a nod to a film that is already nodding at a film. Go ahead and try to unpack that.</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DavMEQllsxq/" target="_blank">A post shared by Sydney Sweeney (@sydney_sweeney)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p><em>Gundam</em>’s been in production since late April, but Sweeney didn’t drop a look at her new digs or her view of the Sydney opera house until early May. It’s been a couple of months since that moment, and honestly this is the closest thing we’ve gotten to an update on the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/2026-netflix-movie-tv-show-release-dates"><u>upcoming Netflix film</u></a> in a few weeks. </p><p>Celebrities are known for posting stuff out of order, and we do know Sydney Sweeney was in the States last month during the NBA finals. She appeared  at multiple games in New York and San Antonio with Braun, though she didn’t garner nearly as <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/timothee-chalamet-knicks-oscars"><u>much attention as fellow actor Timothèe Chalame</u></a>t, who even got down and dirty with some team champagne after the Knicks won. </p><p>It’s unclear if she’s been going back and forth between Australia and the States or if this photo dump is from earlier in the summer, though <a href="https://www.perthnow.com.au/entertainment/celebrity-gossip/sydney-sweeney-shares-loved-up-photos-of-her-and-scooter-braun-while-she-is-in-australia-making-a-netflix-film-c-22603159"><u>Perth Now</u></a> notes she’s still been filming in the Queensland area. (Plus, Scooter Braun notable has his own private jet.) </p><p>Either way, it’s a sweet look into <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/scooter-braun-opened-up-about-girlfriend-sydney-sweeney-euphoria"><u>“down-to-Earth” Sweeney and Scooter Braun’s relationship</u></a>. Given the popularity of the original anime, and the fact we’ve gotten so little information about the Sweeney and Noah Centineo-led movie, I will take what I can get. And if that includes an homage to <em>Anyone But You</em> and a bikini post, all the better. </p><p>Now, I can’t wait for her to come back for <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-asked-about-anyone-but-you-sequel-she-gave-smoothest-response"><u>that </u><u><em>Anyone But You</em></u><u> sequel</u></a>. Pretty please? </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jessica Rawden ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gNi5ipvqyWREFVbs7Ehzx9-320-70.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background:&lt;/strong&gt; Jessica Rawden is Managing Editor at CinemaBlend. She’s been kicking out news stories at CinemaBlend since 2007 and joined the full-time staff in 2014. She oversees news content, hiring and training for the site, and her areas of expertise include theme parks, rom-coms, Hallmark (particularly Christmas movie season), reality TV, celebrity interviews and primetime. She loves a good animated movie.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jessica has a Masters in Library Science degree from Indiana University, and used to be found behind a reference desk most definitely not shushing people. She now uses those skills in researching and tracking down information in very different ways.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She’s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: A former soccer player and recent tennis addict, Jessica also enjoys running, both of the distance and sprint variety. When not at the movie theater or in a theme park, her other free time is spent in book clubs, hiking, drinking wine, binge-watching, keeping tabs on celebrity fashion and riding rollercoasters. Has a serious Hallmark habit and an even bigger record-buying habit. Will bake for compliments.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She’s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: &amp;nbsp;Hallmark Christmas movie season. Wearing socks to bed. &amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Sydney Sweeney is living her best life in Australia. The actress returned to the country where <em>Anyone But You</em> shot back in May. She’s spent the summer there <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-returned-australia-whereanyone-but-you-shot-sequel-gundam-netflix"><u>filming the new live action </u><u><em>Gundam</em></u><u> movie</u></a>, and by every pic I’ve seen, the entire experience looks delightful. In fact, her recent photodump is all bikini days, picnics filled with real food options, and living what looks to be her best life with Scooter Braun, whom she's been dating since shortly after <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/why-was-sydney-sweeney-at-jeff-bezos-wedding-insider-has-very-hollywood-explanation">she was seen at Jeff Bezos' wedding</a> in 2025. </p><p>As much as I’m <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-trots-out-black-bikini"><u>here for Sydney Sweeney’s summer bikini life</u></a>, I just think her “little Aussie dump” of summer moments is so charming. The picnic date with the pizza and the pasta is supreme. There’s a separate photo of her and (what is likely) beau Scooter Braun recreating the very cringe moment <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/finally-watched-anyone-but-you-other-rom-coms-take-notes-sydney-sweeney-glen-powell-flick"><u>she and Glen Powell tried to do the “I’m flying” scene</u></a> from <em>Titanic</em>. So, essentially it’s a nod to a film that is already nodding at a film. Go ahead and try to unpack that.</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DavMEQllsxq/" target="_blank">A post shared by Sydney Sweeney (@sydney_sweeney)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p><em>Gundam</em>’s been in production since late April, but Sweeney didn’t drop a look at her new digs or her view of the Sydney opera house until early May. It’s been a couple of months since that moment, and honestly this is the closest thing we’ve gotten to an update on the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/2026-netflix-movie-tv-show-release-dates"><u>upcoming Netflix film</u></a> in a few weeks. </p><p>Celebrities are known for posting stuff out of order, and we do know Sydney Sweeney was in the States last month during the NBA finals. She appeared  at multiple games in New York and San Antonio with Braun, though she didn’t garner nearly as <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/timothee-chalamet-knicks-oscars"><u>much attention as fellow actor Timothèe Chalame</u></a>t, who even got down and dirty with some team champagne after the Knicks won. </p><p>It’s unclear if she’s been going back and forth between Australia and the States or if this photo dump is from earlier in the summer, though <a href="https://www.perthnow.com.au/entertainment/celebrity-gossip/sydney-sweeney-shares-loved-up-photos-of-her-and-scooter-braun-while-she-is-in-australia-making-a-netflix-film-c-22603159"><u>Perth Now</u></a> notes she’s still been filming in the Queensland area. (Plus, Scooter Braun notable has his own private jet.) </p><p>Either way, it’s a sweet look into <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/scooter-braun-opened-up-about-girlfriend-sydney-sweeney-euphoria"><u>“down-to-Earth” Sweeney and Scooter Braun’s relationship</u></a>. Given the popularity of the original anime, and the fact we’ve gotten so little information about the Sweeney and Noah Centineo-led movie, I will take what I can get. And if that includes an homage to <em>Anyone But You</em> and a bikini post, all the better. </p><p>Now, I can’t wait for her to come back for <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-asked-about-anyone-but-you-sequel-she-gave-smoothest-response"><u>that </u><u><em>Anyone But You</em></u><u> sequel</u></a>. Pretty please? </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Kim Kardashian Took A Note From Sydney Sweeney And Nabbed A Vintage Bronco, But Hers Cost A Pretty Penny ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>It’s no secret that Kim Kardashian enjoys the finer things in life, including <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/kim-kardashian-wore-millions-dollars-bling-covered-face-with-gauze">multi-million dollar jewelry</a> and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/kim-kardashian-lewis-hamilton-pics-recent-getaway-views-gorgeous">lavish vacations filled with gorgeous scenery</a>. Well, it would appear that the businesswoman and mother of four recently treated herself to a truly sweet piece of automotive machinery. Kardashian recently purchased a vintage Bronco, which is a move that mirrors one made by Sydney Sweeney. However, in Kardashian’s case, the price for this restored piece of work was quite steep. </p><p>Kardashian (45) specifically bought a 1973 forest green Ford Bronco, and she seems to be loving it so far. The starlet recently took to her Instagram to share photos of the utility vehicle, which she reportedly wants for exclusive use at her summer home in the mountains of Idaho. It’s an excellent-looking ride based on the photos Kardashian shared and, in her caption, she also thanked the company that sold it to her, Velocity Restorations. Check out Kardashian’s social media post below to get a gander at her recent purchase: </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DayOsR6kjbV/" target="_blank">A post shared by Kim Kardashian (@kimkardashian)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>To say that Kardashian spared no expense for the SVU would be an understatement, as she reportedly bought it for a whopping <strong>$285,000</strong>, per <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2026/07/15/kim-kardashian-purchased-vintage-ford-bronco/">TMZ</a>. What made that purchase so expensive was that the Florida-based Velocity completely restored the truck, souping it up with all the bells and whistles. It apparently has a “Ranger Brown” interior, classic wood steering wheel, high-back seats and even a classic air-conditioning system. I’d imagine that such a description could make longtime car lovers nostalgic (and a bit envious). </p><p>It would seem that the <em>Kardashians</em> star also has brother-in-law <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/travis-barker-shared-a-look-at-his-and-kourtney-kardashians-wedding-but-im-honestly-more-interested-in-kylie-jenner-sharing-the-views">Travis Barker (who married her sister</a>, Kourtney, in 2022) for this purchase. The Blink-182 drummer apparently made Kim aware of Velocity, which apparently had this particular Bronco ready for immediate delivery. The truck was only just recently moved to Idaho after initially being shipped to Los Angeles, and I have to say it looks great against the green scenery in the area. </p><p>Still, the way in which the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2565477/kim-kardashian-beach-bikinis-forbes-marks-her-billionaire-status-kylie-jenner">billionaire SKIMS founder</a> procured her Ford vehicle is a far cry from how Sydney Sweeney (28) obtained hers. The actress, who <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-said-goodbye-euphoria-with-post-caption">recently concluded her run on <em>Euphoria</em></a>, bought her 1969 Bronco in 2020 for $48,000 at an auction, and then she proceeded to restore it herself. Per a <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXKoDoMErnG/">report</a>, that brought her investment up to roughly $150,000, which still isn’t as high as Kardashian’s purchase. Sweeny talks about her classic car fondly and, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/what-does-sydney-sweeney-do-acting-downtime-bronco-euphoria-co-stars-confused">during her downtime from acting</a>, she continues to work on it. </p><p>There’s something quite cool about the fact that Sweeney took the time to restore her car herself, as that’s definitely no small feat. But, due to the level of difficulty in doing that, I can understand Kardashian opting to go for a car that was already restored. In other words, there are different strokes for different folks. And, regardless of how the pair got their Ford vehicles, they can both relish in the fact that they own a sweet piece of automotive history. </p><p>When it comes to Kim Kardashian, what I’m wondering now is whether she’ll let <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/how-serious-are-kim-kardashian-lewis-hamilton">boyfriend Lewis Hamilton</a> (41) drive her new Bronco a bit. The man is, after all, a celebrated Formula One driver and lover of cars. If anything, Kardashian’s new truck could potentially serve as another bonding element for her and her beau. (That’s, of course, just an assumption, though.) However Kardashian and Sydney Sweeney choose to use their Broncos, I just hope they’ll (safely) enjoy them.</p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Erik Swann ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rXkznL7DwWNoGfjx998J3Q-320-70.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik Swann is a Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. He began working with the publication in 2020 when he was hired as Weekend Editor. Today, he continues to write, edit and handle social media responsibilities over the weekend. On weekdays, he also writes TV and movie-related news and helps out with editing and social media as needed. He graduated from the University of Maryland, where he received a degree in Broadcast Journalism. After shifting into multi-platform journalism, he started working as a freelance writer and editor before joining CB. During his time with the site, he&#039;s been able to cover some excellent TV shows and films and interview some wonderful stars.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>It’s no secret that Kim Kardashian enjoys the finer things in life, including <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/kim-kardashian-wore-millions-dollars-bling-covered-face-with-gauze">multi-million dollar jewelry</a> and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/kim-kardashian-lewis-hamilton-pics-recent-getaway-views-gorgeous">lavish vacations filled with gorgeous scenery</a>. Well, it would appear that the businesswoman and mother of four recently treated herself to a truly sweet piece of automotive machinery. Kardashian recently purchased a vintage Bronco, which is a move that mirrors one made by Sydney Sweeney. However, in Kardashian’s case, the price for this restored piece of work was quite steep. </p><p>Kardashian (45) specifically bought a 1973 forest green Ford Bronco, and she seems to be loving it so far. The starlet recently took to her Instagram to share photos of the utility vehicle, which she reportedly wants for exclusive use at her summer home in the mountains of Idaho. It’s an excellent-looking ride based on the photos Kardashian shared and, in her caption, she also thanked the company that sold it to her, Velocity Restorations. Check out Kardashian’s social media post below to get a gander at her recent purchase: </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DayOsR6kjbV/" target="_blank">A post shared by Kim Kardashian (@kimkardashian)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>To say that Kardashian spared no expense for the SVU would be an understatement, as she reportedly bought it for a whopping <strong>$285,000</strong>, per <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2026/07/15/kim-kardashian-purchased-vintage-ford-bronco/">TMZ</a>. What made that purchase so expensive was that the Florida-based Velocity completely restored the truck, souping it up with all the bells and whistles. It apparently has a “Ranger Brown” interior, classic wood steering wheel, high-back seats and even a classic air-conditioning system. I’d imagine that such a description could make longtime car lovers nostalgic (and a bit envious). </p><p>It would seem that the <em>Kardashians</em> star also has brother-in-law <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/travis-barker-shared-a-look-at-his-and-kourtney-kardashians-wedding-but-im-honestly-more-interested-in-kylie-jenner-sharing-the-views">Travis Barker (who married her sister</a>, Kourtney, in 2022) for this purchase. The Blink-182 drummer apparently made Kim aware of Velocity, which apparently had this particular Bronco ready for immediate delivery. The truck was only just recently moved to Idaho after initially being shipped to Los Angeles, and I have to say it looks great against the green scenery in the area. </p><p>Still, the way in which the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2565477/kim-kardashian-beach-bikinis-forbes-marks-her-billionaire-status-kylie-jenner">billionaire SKIMS founder</a> procured her Ford vehicle is a far cry from how Sydney Sweeney (28) obtained hers. The actress, who <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-said-goodbye-euphoria-with-post-caption">recently concluded her run on <em>Euphoria</em></a>, bought her 1969 Bronco in 2020 for $48,000 at an auction, and then she proceeded to restore it herself. Per a <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXKoDoMErnG/">report</a>, that brought her investment up to roughly $150,000, which still isn’t as high as Kardashian’s purchase. Sweeny talks about her classic car fondly and, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/what-does-sydney-sweeney-do-acting-downtime-bronco-euphoria-co-stars-confused">during her downtime from acting</a>, she continues to work on it. </p><p>There’s something quite cool about the fact that Sweeney took the time to restore her car herself, as that’s definitely no small feat. But, due to the level of difficulty in doing that, I can understand Kardashian opting to go for a car that was already restored. In other words, there are different strokes for different folks. And, regardless of how the pair got their Ford vehicles, they can both relish in the fact that they own a sweet piece of automotive history. </p><p>When it comes to Kim Kardashian, what I’m wondering now is whether she’ll let <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/how-serious-are-kim-kardashian-lewis-hamilton">boyfriend Lewis Hamilton</a> (41) drive her new Bronco a bit. The man is, after all, a celebrated Formula One driver and lover of cars. If anything, Kardashian’s new truck could potentially serve as another bonding element for her and her beau. (That’s, of course, just an assumption, though.) However Kardashian and Sydney Sweeney choose to use their Broncos, I just hope they’ll (safely) enjoy them.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Is Scooter Braun 'Calling The Shots' Or Generally Supportive Of Sydney Sweeney? Insiders Conflict ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>People love a good <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/celebrity-relationships">celebrity relationship</a>, and while we can’t get enough of couples like Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet or Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, some romances seem to draw more confusion than adoration. That would be the case for Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun, who were seemingly <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-relationship-scooter-braun-reportedly-date-back-to-jeff-bezos-wedding">first linked at Jeff Bezos’ wedding</a> in Italy a year ago. Was it a fling? Was it a business arrangement? Is he supportive of her career? It doesn’t help that supposed insiders are telling conflicting stories.</p><p>The couple has mostly kept to themselves since last June, with <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/subtle-way-sydney-sweeney-chain-nods-relationship-with-scooter-braun">subtle nods from Sydney Sweeney</a> and brief <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/scooter-braun-opened-up-about-girlfriend-sydney-sweeney-euphoria">podcast mentions from Braun</a> about their romance. However, following a very public date night at the NBA Finals, the former talent manager’s <a href="https://pagesix.com/2026/06/15/celebrity-news/scooter-braun-proves-he-and-sydney-sweeney-reached-relationship-milestone-with-knicks-toast/">outpouring of love</a> for the <em>Housemaid </em>star seemed to indicate just how serious things are. Indeed, one source for <a href="https://pagesix.com/2026/06/21/entertainment/how-sydney-sweeney-and-scooter-brauns-love-got-serious/">Page Six</a> said what allegedly <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/insider-claimed-sydney-sweeney-scooter-brauns-fling-serious-couple">started out as a fling</a> in Italy quickly became more. By September 2025, the insider said:</p><div><blockquote><p>[They were] game on, full throttle … not a casual relationship. He is picky about who he lets in his inner circle. If he is with her, it’s not about what she looks like or celebrity, but means he really likes her.</p></blockquote></div><p>People weren’t sure what to think of <em>The White Lotus</em> star being with the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/scooter-braun-opens-up-about-feud-with-taylor-swift-that-led-her-to-re-record-her-music">man with the big Taylor Swift feud</a>, and Sydney Sweeney, 28, even said at the time that she <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-not-looking-for-love-amidst-break-up-fiance-sightings-scooter-braun">wasn’t looking for a man</a>. For his part, Scooter Braun, 45, allegedly thought she was too young for anything more than a fling. However, the attraction apparently couldn’t be denied, as the source said:</p><div><blockquote><p>It’s genuine support. Neither one of them need each other for anything. They don’t have a transactional relationship.</p></blockquote></div><p>Other sources, however, have indicated that’s exactly what it is, and that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/one-thing-scooter-braun-bringing-table-amidst-new-sydney-sweeney-romance">Scooter Braun had introduced Sydney Sweeney to new business perspectives</a> and that she was soaking up his knowledge of the industry for pointers on her own career. According to a source who is allegedly tight with Sweeney, her family is still reportedly skeptical of Braun. They said:</p><div><blockquote><p>He’s calling the shots. He’s in charge. This is not who she is. She normally keeps her private life private.</p></blockquote></div><p>Reports have indicated that while <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/insider-shares-scooter-braun-alleged-feelings-sydney-sweeney-provacative-euphoria-scenes">Scooter Braun allegedly has no issue</a> with Sydney Sweeney’s career — and particularly her provocative and even <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-finally-asked-euphoria-onlyfans-controversy-nudity">controversial <em>Euphoria</em> storylines</a> — he reportedly can get <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/how-scooter-braun-allegedly-feels-pro-athletes-sliding-into-sydney-sweeney-dms">“upset” about the athletes sliding into her DMs</a>. Per the Page Six source, it seems her family is afraid the relationship could hurt her career, as they added:</p><div><blockquote><p>Her career is clearly something she’s worked very hard for. She’s this up-and-coming, beautiful successful young woman.</p></blockquote></div><p>A full year has passed since we started talking about Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun, but apparently enough questions remain about their dynamic and how the record executive will affect her rising star. </p><p>We’ll have to wait to see what happens next with these two, but in the meantime you can stream Sydney Sweeney’s latest movie <em>The Housemaid</em> on Starz, and there have been some <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/two-ways-save-watch-sydney-sweeneys-the-housemaid-for-cheap-prime-day-deals">good deals on Starz subscriptions</a> lately.</p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Heidi Venable ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/w7HQ9MvRSDd7diNpTmruW9-320-70.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Heidi Venable is a Content Producer for CinemaBlend. She started freelancing for the site in 2020 and officially came on board in 2021. Her job entails writing news stories and TV reactions from some of her favorite prime-time shows like Grey&#039;s Anatomy and The Bachelor. She graduated from Louisiana Tech University with a degree in Journalism and worked in the newspaper industry for almost two decades in multiple roles including Sports Editor, Page Designer and Online Editor.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Heidi grew up in the 1990s, and her tastes strongly reflect that. She can (and does) quote Friends constantly, enjoys a good West Wing binge, thinks Can&#039;t Hardly Wait was the most influential movie of her life and finds solace in 311 concerts. On Sundays during football season, she can be found cheering on the New Orleans Saints with her husband and two daughters. Who Dat! She loves to read but usually settles for a pop culture podcast, and thinks the best weekends are spent cooking and playing cards with friends and family, preferably with some UFC fights or other sporting event on TV.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Football season, Pumpkin Spice Lattes and everything related to fall and cooler weather. The Game of Roses podcast and all things The Bachelor, and new episodes of Grey&#039;s Anatomy, Love Is Blind, The Voice, OMITB and more.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>People love a good <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/celebrity-relationships">celebrity relationship</a>, and while we can’t get enough of couples like Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet or Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, some romances seem to draw more confusion than adoration. That would be the case for Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun, who were seemingly <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-relationship-scooter-braun-reportedly-date-back-to-jeff-bezos-wedding">first linked at Jeff Bezos’ wedding</a> in Italy a year ago. Was it a fling? Was it a business arrangement? Is he supportive of her career? It doesn’t help that supposed insiders are telling conflicting stories.</p><p>The couple has mostly kept to themselves since last June, with <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/subtle-way-sydney-sweeney-chain-nods-relationship-with-scooter-braun">subtle nods from Sydney Sweeney</a> and brief <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/scooter-braun-opened-up-about-girlfriend-sydney-sweeney-euphoria">podcast mentions from Braun</a> about their romance. However, following a very public date night at the NBA Finals, the former talent manager’s <a href="https://pagesix.com/2026/06/15/celebrity-news/scooter-braun-proves-he-and-sydney-sweeney-reached-relationship-milestone-with-knicks-toast/">outpouring of love</a> for the <em>Housemaid </em>star seemed to indicate just how serious things are. Indeed, one source for <a href="https://pagesix.com/2026/06/21/entertainment/how-sydney-sweeney-and-scooter-brauns-love-got-serious/">Page Six</a> said what allegedly <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/insider-claimed-sydney-sweeney-scooter-brauns-fling-serious-couple">started out as a fling</a> in Italy quickly became more. By September 2025, the insider said:</p><div><blockquote><p>[They were] game on, full throttle … not a casual relationship. He is picky about who he lets in his inner circle. If he is with her, it’s not about what she looks like or celebrity, but means he really likes her.</p></blockquote></div><p>People weren’t sure what to think of <em>The White Lotus</em> star being with the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/scooter-braun-opens-up-about-feud-with-taylor-swift-that-led-her-to-re-record-her-music">man with the big Taylor Swift feud</a>, and Sydney Sweeney, 28, even said at the time that she <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-not-looking-for-love-amidst-break-up-fiance-sightings-scooter-braun">wasn’t looking for a man</a>. For his part, Scooter Braun, 45, allegedly thought she was too young for anything more than a fling. However, the attraction apparently couldn’t be denied, as the source said:</p><div><blockquote><p>It’s genuine support. Neither one of them need each other for anything. They don’t have a transactional relationship.</p></blockquote></div><p>Other sources, however, have indicated that’s exactly what it is, and that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/one-thing-scooter-braun-bringing-table-amidst-new-sydney-sweeney-romance">Scooter Braun had introduced Sydney Sweeney to new business perspectives</a> and that she was soaking up his knowledge of the industry for pointers on her own career. According to a source who is allegedly tight with Sweeney, her family is still reportedly skeptical of Braun. They said:</p><div><blockquote><p>He’s calling the shots. He’s in charge. This is not who she is. She normally keeps her private life private.</p></blockquote></div><p>Reports have indicated that while <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/insider-shares-scooter-braun-alleged-feelings-sydney-sweeney-provacative-euphoria-scenes">Scooter Braun allegedly has no issue</a> with Sydney Sweeney’s career — and particularly her provocative and even <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-finally-asked-euphoria-onlyfans-controversy-nudity">controversial <em>Euphoria</em> storylines</a> — he reportedly can get <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/how-scooter-braun-allegedly-feels-pro-athletes-sliding-into-sydney-sweeney-dms">“upset” about the athletes sliding into her DMs</a>. Per the Page Six source, it seems her family is afraid the relationship could hurt her career, as they added:</p><div><blockquote><p>Her career is clearly something she’s worked very hard for. She’s this up-and-coming, beautiful successful young woman.</p></blockquote></div><p>A full year has passed since we started talking about Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun, but apparently enough questions remain about their dynamic and how the record executive will affect her rising star. </p><p>We’ll have to wait to see what happens next with these two, but in the meantime you can stream Sydney Sweeney’s latest movie <em>The Housemaid</em> on Starz, and there have been some <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/two-ways-save-watch-sydney-sweeneys-the-housemaid-for-cheap-prime-day-deals">good deals on Starz subscriptions</a> lately.</p>
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                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>I missed <em>The Housemaid </em>when it was in theaters late last year and early this year, as the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-movies-in-2026-new-movie-release-dates">2026 movie schedule</a> was just getting going. Now, Prime Day rolls on, and I’m thinking it’s time to finally check out the hit movie starring Sydney Sweeney. Not only is the movie deeply discounted for VOD with a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/amazon-prime-subscription-the-plan-the-price-and-whats-included">Prime subscription</a>, but it’s also available on Starz for streaming, which also has a great streaming deal for Prime Day. Here are the two ways you can watch <em>The Housemaid</em> at a great price. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="bdcpQXzRP6SeV6UcfeqLEZ" name="Housemaid Sydney Sweeney One" alt="Sydney Sweeney looking back over her shoulder in front of a doll house." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bdcpQXzRP6SeV6UcfeqLEZ-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Lionsgate)</span></figcaption></figure><h2 id="2025-was-quite-the-year-for-sydney-sweeney">2025 Was Quite The Year For Sydney Sweeney</h2><p>Sydney Sweeney had a huge year in 2025. In addition to <em>The Housemaid</em>, she gained some awards buzz for her transformative performance in <em>Christy</em>, the biopic about boxer Christy Martin, and she also turned in an underrated performance alongside Julianne Moore in <em>Echo Valley</em>, which you can check out with an Apple TV subscription. 2026 has been busy too, with the release of the final season of the show that really made her a star, <em>Euphoria</em>. </p><p>It was <em>The Housemaid</em> that really generated the most buzz, however. The book-to-screen adaptation about a nanny (played by Sweeney) with a troublesome past is hired by a wealthy family on Long Island. The movie was a massive hit, making more than $400 million globally at the box office. If you’re one of the few people who didn’t see it, like me, now’s your chance with one of two great deals. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="243DUEfvLbBHPhiVZD4DFk" name="Housemaid starz 2" alt="Amanda Seyfried and Sydney Sweeney sitting together in The Housemaid" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/243DUEfvLbBHPhiVZD4DFk-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Lionsgate)</span></figcaption></figure><h2 id="the-housemaid-is-streaming-on-starz-and-on-sale-for-prime-day">The Housemaid Is Streaming On Starz and On Sale For Prime Day</h2><p>There are two great deals available this week. First, <em>The Housemaid</em> is streaming on Starz, and you can get Starz as an add-on to your Prime for just 99 cents <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/signup?benefitId=starzSub&amp;deviceTypeId=A13Q6A55DBZB7M&amp;consumptionModeEnabled=false&amp;refTag=atv_dp_atf_mv_signup_3p_bb_t1PYAAAAAA0wr0&amp;cGTI=B0DVRN3KRS&amp;return_url=%2Fgp%2Fvideo%2Fdetail%2FB0DVRN3KRS%3Fref_%3Datv_dp_sign_suc_3P&amp;isEmpDisabled=0&amp;empRestricted=false">for the first two months</a>. Starz is one of the more underrated streamers, and there is a lot there, especially for just a buck. Not only can you watch <em>The Housemaid</em>, but also another one of the best movies of 2025, <em>The Long Walk,</em> and classic comedies like <em>A League of Their Own</em>. </p><p>Starz also has great original programming, including <em>Outlander: Blood of My Blood</em>, which will be dropping Season 2 as part of the 2026 TV schedule in September, and <em>Power Book III: Raising Kanan</em>, starring Patina Miller, which is wrapping up its five-season run right now. It’s a great time to catch up with all the <em>Power Book </em>shows on Starz.</p><div class="product"><a data-dimension112="1eae6698-cfab-4dde-9d08-77246a41b41a" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="Sign Up For Starz" data-dimension48="Sign Up For Starz" href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/signup?benefitId=starzSub&amp;deviceTypeId=A13Q6A55DBZB7M&amp;consumptionModeEnabled=false&amp;refTag=atv_dp_atf_mv_signup_3p_bb_t1PYAAAAAA0wr0&amp;cGTI=B0DVRN3KRS&amp;return_url=%2Fgp%2Fvideo%2Fdetail%2FB0DVRN3KRS%3Fref_%3Datv_dp_sign_suc_3P&amp;isEmpDisabled=0&amp;empRestricted=false" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:700px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:100.00%;"><img id="q6v4rq8xTocU4AiJ26sbMT" name="starz logo.jpg" caption="" alt="" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/q6v4rq8xTocU4AiJ26sbMT-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="700" height="700" attribution="" endorsement="" credit="" class="" /></p></div></div></figure></a><p><strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/signup?benefitId=starzSub&amp;deviceTypeId=A13Q6A55DBZB7M&amp;consumptionModeEnabled=false&amp;refTag=atv_dp_atf_mv_signup_3p_bb_t1PYAAAAAA0wr0&amp;cGTI=B0DVRN3KRS&amp;return_url=%2Fgp%2Fvideo%2Fdetail%2FB0DVRN3KRS%3Fref_%3Datv_dp_sign_suc_3P&amp;isEmpDisabled=0&amp;empRestricted=false" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="1eae6698-cfab-4dde-9d08-77246a41b41a" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="Sign Up For Starz" data-dimension48="Sign Up For Starz" data-dimension25="">Sign Up For Starz:</a></strong><br /><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/signup?benefitId=starzSub&amp;deviceTypeId=A13Q6A55DBZB7M&amp;consumptionModeEnabled=false&amp;refTag=atv_dp_atf_mv_signup_3p_bb_t1PYAAAAAA0wr0&amp;cGTI=B0DVRN3KRS&amp;return_url=%2Fgp%2Fvideo%2Fdetail%2FB0DVRN3KRS%3Fref_%3Datv_dp_sign_suc_3P&amp;isEmpDisabled=0&amp;empRestricted=false" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><strong>Get Starz for just 99 cents for Prime Day</strong></a></p><p>Watch <em>The Housemaid</em> and so much more, like original shows like Outlander and others, with a subscription to Starz with your Prime membership. <a class="view-deal button" href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/signup?benefitId=starzSub&amp;deviceTypeId=A13Q6A55DBZB7M&amp;consumptionModeEnabled=false&amp;refTag=atv_dp_atf_mv_signup_3p_bb_t1PYAAAAAA0wr0&amp;cGTI=B0DVRN3KRS&amp;return_url=%2Fgp%2Fvideo%2Fdetail%2FB0DVRN3KRS%3Fref_%3Datv_dp_sign_suc_3P&amp;isEmpDisabled=0&amp;empRestricted=false" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="1eae6698-cfab-4dde-9d08-77246a41b41a" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="Sign Up For Starz" data-dimension48="Sign Up For Starz" data-dimension25="">View Deal</a></p></div><p>If adding another streaming service to your menu doesn’t make sense, <em>The Housemaid</em> is also on sale from Amazon. You can <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0DVRPHFJM?jic=8%7CEgR0dm9k&amp;ref_=atv_me_dea_c_4LHhUP_brws_2_8">buy the video-on-demand version</a> for just $6.99 for Prime Day, which is more than half off the regular price. Heck, that’s only a buck more than it is to rent the movie. It’s a really great deal and not one you often see on movies this early in their release schedule. </p><div class="product"><a data-dimension112="d835dbd9-c846-4e05-a74a-f34335bc7c9b" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="The Housemaid on Digital" data-dimension48="The Housemaid on Digital" href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0DVRNR9LD?ref_=atv_dp_share_cu_r" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:700px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:100.00%;"><img id="3jjqSGXzFfXxPLP4Dh8JG7" name="Amazon logo.png" caption="" alt="" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3jjqSGXzFfXxPLP4Dh8JG7-1920-80.png" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="700" height="700" attribution="" endorsement="" credit="" class="" /></p></div></div></figure></a><p><strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0DVRNR9LD?ref_=atv_dp_share_cu_r" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="d835dbd9-c846-4e05-a74a-f34335bc7c9b" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="The Housemaid on Digital" data-dimension48="The Housemaid on Digital" data-dimension25="">The Housemaid on Digital:</a></strong><br /><strong></strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0DVRNR9LD?ref_=atv_dp_share_cu_r" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><strong>Get </strong><em><strong>The Housemaid</strong></em><strong> for just $6.99 on Prime!</strong></a></p><p><a class="view-deal button" href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0DVRNR9LD?ref_=atv_dp_share_cu_r" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="d835dbd9-c846-4e05-a74a-f34335bc7c9b" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="The Housemaid on Digital" data-dimension48="The Housemaid on Digital" data-dimension25="">View Deal</a></p></div><p>I know what I'll be watching tonight!   </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The Background: Hugh Scott is the Syndication Editor for CinemaBlend. Before CinemaBlend, he was the managing editor for Suggest.com and Gossipcop.com, covering celebrity news and debunking false gossip. He has been in the publishing industry for almost two decades, covering pop culture – movies and TV shows, especially – with a keen interest and love for Gen X culture, the older influences on it, and what it has since inspired.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>I missed <em>The Housemaid </em>when it was in theaters late last year and early this year, as the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-movies-in-2026-new-movie-release-dates">2026 movie schedule</a> was just getting going. Now, Prime Day rolls on, and I’m thinking it’s time to finally check out the hit movie starring Sydney Sweeney. Not only is the movie deeply discounted for VOD with a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/amazon-prime-subscription-the-plan-the-price-and-whats-included">Prime subscription</a>, but it’s also available on Starz for streaming, which also has a great streaming deal for Prime Day. Here are the two ways you can watch <em>The Housemaid</em> at a great price. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="bdcpQXzRP6SeV6UcfeqLEZ" name="Housemaid Sydney Sweeney One" alt="Sydney Sweeney looking back over her shoulder in front of a doll house." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bdcpQXzRP6SeV6UcfeqLEZ-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Lionsgate)</span></figcaption></figure><h2 id="2025-was-quite-the-year-for-sydney-sweeney">2025 Was Quite The Year For Sydney Sweeney</h2><p>Sydney Sweeney had a huge year in 2025. In addition to <em>The Housemaid</em>, she gained some awards buzz for her transformative performance in <em>Christy</em>, the biopic about boxer Christy Martin, and she also turned in an underrated performance alongside Julianne Moore in <em>Echo Valley</em>, which you can check out with an Apple TV subscription. 2026 has been busy too, with the release of the final season of the show that really made her a star, <em>Euphoria</em>. </p><p>It was <em>The Housemaid</em> that really generated the most buzz, however. The book-to-screen adaptation about a nanny (played by Sweeney) with a troublesome past is hired by a wealthy family on Long Island. The movie was a massive hit, making more than $400 million globally at the box office. If you’re one of the few people who didn’t see it, like me, now’s your chance with one of two great deals. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="243DUEfvLbBHPhiVZD4DFk" name="Housemaid starz 2" alt="Amanda Seyfried and Sydney Sweeney sitting together in The Housemaid" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/243DUEfvLbBHPhiVZD4DFk-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Lionsgate)</span></figcaption></figure><h2 id="the-housemaid-is-streaming-on-starz-and-on-sale-for-prime-day">The Housemaid Is Streaming On Starz and On Sale For Prime Day</h2><p>There are two great deals available this week. First, <em>The Housemaid</em> is streaming on Starz, and you can get Starz as an add-on to your Prime for just 99 cents <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/signup?benefitId=starzSub&amp;deviceTypeId=A13Q6A55DBZB7M&amp;consumptionModeEnabled=false&amp;refTag=atv_dp_atf_mv_signup_3p_bb_t1PYAAAAAA0wr0&amp;cGTI=B0DVRN3KRS&amp;return_url=%2Fgp%2Fvideo%2Fdetail%2FB0DVRN3KRS%3Fref_%3Datv_dp_sign_suc_3P&amp;isEmpDisabled=0&amp;empRestricted=false">for the first two months</a>. Starz is one of the more underrated streamers, and there is a lot there, especially for just a buck. Not only can you watch <em>The Housemaid</em>, but also another one of the best movies of 2025, <em>The Long Walk,</em> and classic comedies like <em>A League of Their Own</em>. </p><p>Starz also has great original programming, including <em>Outlander: Blood of My Blood</em>, which will be dropping Season 2 as part of the 2026 TV schedule in September, and <em>Power Book III: Raising Kanan</em>, starring Patina Miller, which is wrapping up its five-season run right now. It’s a great time to catch up with all the <em>Power Book </em>shows on Starz.</p><div class="product"><a data-dimension112="1eae6698-cfab-4dde-9d08-77246a41b41a" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="Sign Up For Starz" data-dimension48="Sign Up For Starz" href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/signup?benefitId=starzSub&amp;deviceTypeId=A13Q6A55DBZB7M&amp;consumptionModeEnabled=false&amp;refTag=atv_dp_atf_mv_signup_3p_bb_t1PYAAAAAA0wr0&amp;cGTI=B0DVRN3KRS&amp;return_url=%2Fgp%2Fvideo%2Fdetail%2FB0DVRN3KRS%3Fref_%3Datv_dp_sign_suc_3P&amp;isEmpDisabled=0&amp;empRestricted=false" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:700px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:100.00%;"><img id="q6v4rq8xTocU4AiJ26sbMT" name="starz logo.jpg" caption="" alt="" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/q6v4rq8xTocU4AiJ26sbMT-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="700" height="700" attribution="" endorsement="" credit="" class="" /></p></div></div></figure></a><p><strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/signup?benefitId=starzSub&amp;deviceTypeId=A13Q6A55DBZB7M&amp;consumptionModeEnabled=false&amp;refTag=atv_dp_atf_mv_signup_3p_bb_t1PYAAAAAA0wr0&amp;cGTI=B0DVRN3KRS&amp;return_url=%2Fgp%2Fvideo%2Fdetail%2FB0DVRN3KRS%3Fref_%3Datv_dp_sign_suc_3P&amp;isEmpDisabled=0&amp;empRestricted=false" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="1eae6698-cfab-4dde-9d08-77246a41b41a" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="Sign Up For Starz" data-dimension48="Sign Up For Starz" data-dimension25="">Sign Up For Starz:</a></strong><br /><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/signup?benefitId=starzSub&amp;deviceTypeId=A13Q6A55DBZB7M&amp;consumptionModeEnabled=false&amp;refTag=atv_dp_atf_mv_signup_3p_bb_t1PYAAAAAA0wr0&amp;cGTI=B0DVRN3KRS&amp;return_url=%2Fgp%2Fvideo%2Fdetail%2FB0DVRN3KRS%3Fref_%3Datv_dp_sign_suc_3P&amp;isEmpDisabled=0&amp;empRestricted=false" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><strong>Get Starz for just 99 cents for Prime Day</strong></a></p><p>Watch <em>The Housemaid</em> and so much more, like original shows like Outlander and others, with a subscription to Starz with your Prime membership. <a class="view-deal button" href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/signup?benefitId=starzSub&amp;deviceTypeId=A13Q6A55DBZB7M&amp;consumptionModeEnabled=false&amp;refTag=atv_dp_atf_mv_signup_3p_bb_t1PYAAAAAA0wr0&amp;cGTI=B0DVRN3KRS&amp;return_url=%2Fgp%2Fvideo%2Fdetail%2FB0DVRN3KRS%3Fref_%3Datv_dp_sign_suc_3P&amp;isEmpDisabled=0&amp;empRestricted=false" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="1eae6698-cfab-4dde-9d08-77246a41b41a" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="Sign Up For Starz" data-dimension48="Sign Up For Starz" data-dimension25="">View Deal</a></p></div><p>If adding another streaming service to your menu doesn’t make sense, <em>The Housemaid</em> is also on sale from Amazon. You can <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0DVRPHFJM?jic=8%7CEgR0dm9k&amp;ref_=atv_me_dea_c_4LHhUP_brws_2_8">buy the video-on-demand version</a> for just $6.99 for Prime Day, which is more than half off the regular price. Heck, that’s only a buck more than it is to rent the movie. It’s a really great deal and not one you often see on movies this early in their release schedule. </p><div class="product"><a data-dimension112="d835dbd9-c846-4e05-a74a-f34335bc7c9b" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="The Housemaid on Digital" data-dimension48="The Housemaid on Digital" href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0DVRNR9LD?ref_=atv_dp_share_cu_r" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:700px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:100.00%;"><img id="3jjqSGXzFfXxPLP4Dh8JG7" name="Amazon logo.png" caption="" alt="" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3jjqSGXzFfXxPLP4Dh8JG7-1920-80.png" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="700" height="700" attribution="" endorsement="" credit="" class="" /></p></div></div></figure></a><p><strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0DVRNR9LD?ref_=atv_dp_share_cu_r" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="d835dbd9-c846-4e05-a74a-f34335bc7c9b" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="The Housemaid on Digital" data-dimension48="The Housemaid on Digital" data-dimension25="">The Housemaid on Digital:</a></strong><br /><strong></strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0DVRNR9LD?ref_=atv_dp_share_cu_r" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><strong>Get </strong><em><strong>The Housemaid</strong></em><strong> for just $6.99 on Prime!</strong></a></p><p><a class="view-deal button" href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0DVRNR9LD?ref_=atv_dp_share_cu_r" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="d835dbd9-c846-4e05-a74a-f34335bc7c9b" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="The Housemaid on Digital" data-dimension48="The Housemaid on Digital" data-dimension25="">View Deal</a></p></div><p>I know what I'll be watching tonight!   </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sydney Sweeney’s Risque Euphoria Scenes Dealt With Backlash. The Real Reason The Creator Went There? ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>Despite <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/the-internet-does-not-agree-rues-ending-euphoria-finale-zendaya"><em>Euphoria</em>'s series finale </a>airing weeks ago, the discourse about Sam Levinson's third and final season of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2555128/the-internet-was-fired-up-after-zendayas-emmy-victory-for-euphoria">Emmy-winning series</a> (which is streaming with a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers">HBO Max subscription</a>) is still ongoing. There's been a ton of chatter about Cassie's OnlyFans storyline, and now the creator/director/writer has shared why he made that bold narrative choice.</p><p>There was <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/how-does-one-onlyfans-star-feel-about-sydney-sweeneys-cassie-representing-platform-euphoria">backlash to <em>Euphoria'</em>s OnlyFans story</a> immediately after the episodes began airing, once gain proving why the show is a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/hbo-shows-that-have-gotten-world-talking">HBO show that got the world talking</a>. Levinson recently appeared on <a href="https://play.hbomax.com/show/abc00905-6a23-46f6-a531-20214bb06f37"><em>Real Time with Bill Maher</em></a>, where he opened up about why he made Cassie into a OF creator. He started by saying:</p><div><blockquote><p>If you look at OnlyFans, it is making as much money as Hollywood. I mean, essentially it’s on par. It’s not a niche business, it is a massive enterprise.</p></blockquote></div><p>That's a pretty wild fact if you think about it, and shows just how popular OnlyFans ultimately is. Creators are able to make a ton of money from this as a result, which is exactly what Cassie and Nate needed after their wedding on <em>Euphoria</em>. And just like that, Sydney Sweeney's signature character joined the adult-oriented website.</p><div class="product"><a data-dimension112="3c1efe10-d03b-4d69-9fb8-c3fa3329f61c" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:500px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:100.00%;"><img id="9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK" name="HBO Max rebrand logo deal block sized" caption="" alt="" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="500" height="500" attribution="" endorsement="" credit="" class="" /></p></div></div></figure></a><p><a href="https://www.max.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="3c1efe10-d03b-4d69-9fb8-c3fa3329f61c" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25=""><strong>HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month</strong></a><br /><em>Euphoria</em> streaming exclusively on HBO Max. If you want to re-watch Sam Levinson's show you need an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers">HBO Max subscription</a>, so sign up now.<a class="view-deal button" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="3c1efe10-d03b-4d69-9fb8-c3fa3329f61c" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25="">View Deal</a></p></div><p>During his same TV appearance, Levinson spoke about why OnlyFans is so appealing to folks, especially young people who are hoping to make money quick rather than paying their dues at a traditional 9-5. As he put it: </p><div><blockquote><p>So if you’re young, you’re going like, ‘I don’t want to go work in a nine to five at this place or that thing. Well, maybe I can just start taking photos of myself?’ You know, the question is: ‘What are the long-term consequences of that?’ What happens as a young person and you’re on Instagram and these things and you’re told that you’re the product, you’re the brand. </p></blockquote></div><p>While <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-finally-asked-euphoria-onlyfans-controversy-nudity">Sydney Sweeney admitted she wouldn't make the same decisions</a> as Cassie, she also understands why her character joined OnlyFans. Because on top of desperately needing money to save Nate's life, Cassie also deeply wants to feel like she's adored. Having fans on that website did both.</p><p>Sam Levinson spoke more about the controversial decision to have his character go this career route post-High School, offering: </p><div><blockquote><p>Now you’re out, you’re 18 years old, you’re going, ‘Well, how do I make money?’ I just thought chasing that desire, that kind of fast cash, was an interesting thing to kind of explore. We caught a lot of criticism for it, but there’s a part of me that wonders if the show kind of affirmed this life and how ‘empowering’ it was whether we would get the same criticism? We took a fairly critical look at it. It hollows out the individual; you’re constantly just depending on the likes and external validation. </p></blockquote></div><p>Clearly Sam Levinson and company have seen the discourse about Cassie going on OnlyFans. Some folks took umbrage with this decision, as well as the way Sydney Sweeney's nudity was used to bring the story together. But it sounds like the <em>Euphoria</em> creator stands by his decision, and the discourse might have actually help him feel even more affirmed.</p><p><em>Euphoria</em> is streaming in its entirety over on HBO Max as part of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2026-tv-premiere-date-schedule-network-streaming-series">2026 TV schedule</a>. The show has ended for good, and I'm curious to see how long the chatter about Season 3 continues. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Corey Chichizola ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QyFDQjurXJr5xt5g6DznEN-320-70.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Corey Chichizola has been with CinemaBlend since 2015, starting as the Weekend Editor before climbing up the ranks and eventually becoming the Movies Editor. Born and raised in New Jersey and an alumnus of Ramapo College, he&#039;s combined his degrees in theater and literature to cover the the way stories are told in TV and film. On top of helping run the news cycle, Corey has been honored to do a variety of on camera interviews with his personal heroes, and has been particularly privileged to speak with actors about their process on set. Before joining the CB team he worked in the New York theater world, and is thrilled to be in such close proximity to the city that never sleeps.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Corey is one of CinemaBlend&#039;s biggest horror nerds, and is happy to cover all thing spooky, especially related to favorite franchises like Halloween and Scream. He&#039;s also taken his passion and education for theater to cover the movie musical beat on the website. While a movies editor, Corey is also a television addict, watching what seems like a billion different shows every year. Aside from scripted programs, he&#039;s got a passion for certain corners of the Reality TV world including Survivor, RuPaul&#039;s Drag Race, and the Real Housewives. He&#039;s also got a passion for the mockumentary subgenre on both the big and small screens, especially projects like Drop Dead Gorgeous, Waiting for Guffman, and The Office.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What&#039;s He&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Anything that Jordan Peele will give us, Talk to Me, the Exorcist reboot, the final season of Handmaid&#039;s Tale.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Despite <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/the-internet-does-not-agree-rues-ending-euphoria-finale-zendaya"><em>Euphoria</em>'s series finale </a>airing weeks ago, the discourse about Sam Levinson's third and final season of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2555128/the-internet-was-fired-up-after-zendayas-emmy-victory-for-euphoria">Emmy-winning series</a> (which is streaming with a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers">HBO Max subscription</a>) is still ongoing. There's been a ton of chatter about Cassie's OnlyFans storyline, and now the creator/director/writer has shared why he made that bold narrative choice.</p><p>There was <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/how-does-one-onlyfans-star-feel-about-sydney-sweeneys-cassie-representing-platform-euphoria">backlash to <em>Euphoria'</em>s OnlyFans story</a> immediately after the episodes began airing, once gain proving why the show is a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/hbo-shows-that-have-gotten-world-talking">HBO show that got the world talking</a>. Levinson recently appeared on <a href="https://play.hbomax.com/show/abc00905-6a23-46f6-a531-20214bb06f37"><em>Real Time with Bill Maher</em></a>, where he opened up about why he made Cassie into a OF creator. He started by saying:</p><div><blockquote><p>If you look at OnlyFans, it is making as much money as Hollywood. I mean, essentially it’s on par. It’s not a niche business, it is a massive enterprise.</p></blockquote></div><p>That's a pretty wild fact if you think about it, and shows just how popular OnlyFans ultimately is. Creators are able to make a ton of money from this as a result, which is exactly what Cassie and Nate needed after their wedding on <em>Euphoria</em>. And just like that, Sydney Sweeney's signature character joined the adult-oriented website.</p><div class="product"><a data-dimension112="3c1efe10-d03b-4d69-9fb8-c3fa3329f61c" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:500px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:100.00%;"><img id="9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK" name="HBO Max rebrand logo deal block sized" caption="" alt="" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="500" height="500" attribution="" endorsement="" credit="" class="" /></p></div></div></figure></a><p><a href="https://www.max.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="3c1efe10-d03b-4d69-9fb8-c3fa3329f61c" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25=""><strong>HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month</strong></a><br /><em>Euphoria</em> streaming exclusively on HBO Max. If you want to re-watch Sam Levinson's show you need an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers">HBO Max subscription</a>, so sign up now.<a class="view-deal button" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="3c1efe10-d03b-4d69-9fb8-c3fa3329f61c" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25="">View Deal</a></p></div><p>During his same TV appearance, Levinson spoke about why OnlyFans is so appealing to folks, especially young people who are hoping to make money quick rather than paying their dues at a traditional 9-5. As he put it: </p><div><blockquote><p>So if you’re young, you’re going like, ‘I don’t want to go work in a nine to five at this place or that thing. Well, maybe I can just start taking photos of myself?’ You know, the question is: ‘What are the long-term consequences of that?’ What happens as a young person and you’re on Instagram and these things and you’re told that you’re the product, you’re the brand. </p></blockquote></div><p>While <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-finally-asked-euphoria-onlyfans-controversy-nudity">Sydney Sweeney admitted she wouldn't make the same decisions</a> as Cassie, she also understands why her character joined OnlyFans. Because on top of desperately needing money to save Nate's life, Cassie also deeply wants to feel like she's adored. Having fans on that website did both.</p><p>Sam Levinson spoke more about the controversial decision to have his character go this career route post-High School, offering: </p><div><blockquote><p>Now you’re out, you’re 18 years old, you’re going, ‘Well, how do I make money?’ I just thought chasing that desire, that kind of fast cash, was an interesting thing to kind of explore. We caught a lot of criticism for it, but there’s a part of me that wonders if the show kind of affirmed this life and how ‘empowering’ it was whether we would get the same criticism? We took a fairly critical look at it. It hollows out the individual; you’re constantly just depending on the likes and external validation. </p></blockquote></div><p>Clearly Sam Levinson and company have seen the discourse about Cassie going on OnlyFans. Some folks took umbrage with this decision, as well as the way Sydney Sweeney's nudity was used to bring the story together. But it sounds like the <em>Euphoria</em> creator stands by his decision, and the discourse might have actually help him feel even more affirmed.</p><p><em>Euphoria</em> is streaming in its entirety over on HBO Max as part of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2026-tv-premiere-date-schedule-network-streaming-series">2026 TV schedule</a>. The show has ended for good, and I'm curious to see how long the chatter about Season 3 continues. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sydney Sweeney’s Rumored For A Marvel Movie, And I Think It’s The Perfect Fit For Her ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>Sydney Sweeney has already stepped into the wider Marvel orbit once with <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/superheroes/critics-internet-lambasted-madame-web-dakota-johnson-admits-wont-see-it"><u>2024’s punching-bag </u><u><em>Madame Web</em></u></a>, but a rumor suggests she may get another shot at a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2560185/upcoming-superhero-movies-marvel-dc-and-more"><u>new superhero movie</u></a>. And this time, if the chatter is even close to accurate, the fit could be much more interesting.</p><p>According to <a href="https://www.superherohype.com/news/672169-sydney-sweeney-marvel-movie-role-rumor"><u>SuperHeroHype,</u></a> industry scooper MyTimeToShineHello recently claimed Sweeney is being eyed for a role in Marvel Studios’ <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/superheroes/x-men/marvel-x-men-reboot-reportedly-plan-help-keep-cost-down-100-percent-support"><u>upcoming </u><u><em>X-Men</em></u><u> reboot</u></a>. The outlet notes that Marvel has not confirmed the claim, and neither she nor the studio has publicly addressed it, so this should be treated as a rumor with a giant comic-book-sized grain of salt. Still, it follows earlier speculation that Marvel was interested in the in-demand actress for Emma Frost, which is where things get especially fun.</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="UnV2VzRSDWCaRNHQytK9ga" name="Sydney Sweeney" alt="Sydney Sweeney dressed in a Black-and-White Spider-Woman-type suit from Madame Web (2024)." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UnV2VzRSDWCaRNHQytK9ga-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Sony Pictures Releasing)</span></figcaption></figure><h2 id="the-rumor-is-still-very-unconfirmed">The Rumor Is Still Very Unconfirmed</h2><p>The big thing here is that nothing is official. Marvel has not announced any actors for <em>X-Men</em>, and we do not even have a full cast of announced mutants for the reboot yet. The project is reportedly in development with <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/superheroes/x-men/waiting-major-update-marvel-x-men-reboot-nexcited-lined-up-direct-jake-schreier"><u>Jake Schreier attached to direct</u></a>, while Lee Sung Jin and Joanna Calo are reportedly writing the screenplay. But Marvel is still keeping the mutant cards close to the vest.</p><p>That said, the timing makes sense. The MCU is inching closer to properly <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/superheroes/marvel-cinematic-universe/avengers-doomsday-rumor-x-men-universe-differs-original-movies"><u>bringing the X-Men into the fold</u></a>, and fan casting has been running wild for years. After the Fox-era mutants dominated the big screen for more than two decades and are rumored to be <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/superheroes/marvel-cinematic-universe/x-men-avengers-doomsday-trailer-finally-online-im-nervous-about-sentinels"><u>making a swan song in </u><u><em>Avengers: Doomsday</em></u></a>, Marvel has a tricky job ahead: find actors who can make these characters feel familiar yet stand on their own.</p><p>Sweeney would certainly bring attention. She is one of the most talked-about actors of her generation, with <em>Euphoria</em>, <em>The White Lotus</em>, <em>Anyone But You</em> and a growing list of film projects behind her. She also knows what it feels like to be attached to a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/new/upcoming-marvel-movies-release-dates-phase-4-67944.html"><u>new Marvel movie</u></a>, even if it's not in the official MCU, that becomes the internet’s punchline, given her role in Sony’s <em>Madame Web</em>.</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="ru4EKRNswq96gafy3htkZg" name="JanuaryJonesEmmaFrost" alt="Kevin Bacon and January Jones (Frost) in X-Men: First Class." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ru4EKRNswq96gafy3htkZg-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: 20th Century Studios)</span></figcaption></figure><h2 id="emma-frost-feels-like-the-obvious-fit">Emma Frost Feels Like The Obvious Fit</h2><p>If Marvel really is circling Sweeney, Emma Frost feels like the cleanest match. The character has all the ingredients that would play to her strengths: glamour, menace, intelligence, vulnerability and the ability to weaponize a room without raising her voice. Emma is not just “the pretty telepath in white.” She is a former villain, a teacher, a strategist and one of the most complicated figures in X-Men lore.</p><p>That kind of role would let Sweeney lean into the icy, polished exterior she can play so well, while also giving her room to show the bruises underneath. Her best performances often work because she can make a character seem both controlled and quietly unraveling. That is basically Emma Frost’s emotional operating system.</p><p>It's not like Emma would be making her big-screen debut. The character has already appeared twice in Fox's X-Men movies. She had a brief appearance in <em>X-Men Origins: Wolverine</em>, which, let's just say, is not exactly remembered as the franchise's finest hour. Then <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2564132/what-the-x-men-first-class-cast-is-doing-now-including-jennifer-lawrence"><u>January Jones played a version</u></a> of the character in <em>X-Men: First Class</em>. While I love that movie overall, Jones' Emma never quite clicked for me, making her one of the few weak spots in an otherwise terrific film. In other words, Emma Frost feels like a character that could absolutely benefit from another shot.</p><p>There are other possibilities, of course:</p><ul><li><strong>Polaris</strong> — Magneto's daughter with magnetic powers who often brings a more emotionally complicated perspective to mutant politics.</li><li><strong>Dazzler</strong> — A pop star who converts sound into light and energy blasts, making her one of Marvel's strangest celebrity superheroes.</li><li><strong>Spiral</strong> — A six-armed sorceress and master strategist with deep ties to the X-Men's weirder cosmic stories.</li><li><strong>Sage</strong> — A mutant with computer-like mental abilities who serves as one of the X-Men's most underrated intelligence experts.</li><li><strong>Boom-Boom </strong>— A rebellious prankster who creates explosive energy spheres and brings a chaotic edge to any team.</li><li><strong>Stacy X </strong>— A former mutant entertainer whose pheromone-based powers make her one of the franchise's most unconventional characters.</li></ul><p>Still, Emma is the one that feels like the cleanest fit without needing to reinvent the character.</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="t56WWMptLEkd3FsnrXQ9da" name="Sydney Sweeney" alt="Sydney Sweeney dressed in green and gold halter top in an ad for Dr. Squatch s" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/t56WWMptLEkd3FsnrXQ9da-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Dr. Squatch Soap, Summit Partners)</span></figcaption></figure><h2 id="this-could-be-a-better-marvel-lane-than-madame-web">This Could Be A Better Marvel Lane Than Madame Web</h2><p>The funny thing is that the <em>Anyone but You</em> actress has technically already been in a Marvel-based movie, but <em>Madame Web</em> was not part of the MCU and did not give her much of a real superhero runway. That film became more famous for the memes than for launching its characters.</p><p>An MCU <em>X-Men</em> role would be a very different situation. The mutants are some of Marvel’s richest characters, and the reboot will almost certainly be treated as a major pillar of the franchise going forward. If <em>The Housemaid </em>star gets the right role, she would not just be joining another superhero movie. She could be stepping into a character with real staying power.</p><p>Again, this is all rumor for now. Marvel may go in a completely different direction, and Sydney Sweeney may never end up near the X-Mansion. But if the studio is actually looking at her for the mutant corner of the MCU, I get it. </p><p>The Fox-era X-Men are set to appear in <em>Avengers: Doomsday</em>, when it hits the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-movies-in-2026-new-movie-release-dates"><u>2026 movie calendar</u></a> on December 18, 2026.</p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                <p>Sydney Sweeney has already stepped into the wider Marvel orbit once with <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/superheroes/critics-internet-lambasted-madame-web-dakota-johnson-admits-wont-see-it"><u>2024’s punching-bag </u><u><em>Madame Web</em></u></a>, but a rumor suggests she may get another shot at a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2560185/upcoming-superhero-movies-marvel-dc-and-more"><u>new superhero movie</u></a>. And this time, if the chatter is even close to accurate, the fit could be much more interesting.</p><p>According to <a href="https://www.superherohype.com/news/672169-sydney-sweeney-marvel-movie-role-rumor"><u>SuperHeroHype,</u></a> industry scooper MyTimeToShineHello recently claimed Sweeney is being eyed for a role in Marvel Studios’ <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/superheroes/x-men/marvel-x-men-reboot-reportedly-plan-help-keep-cost-down-100-percent-support"><u>upcoming </u><u><em>X-Men</em></u><u> reboot</u></a>. The outlet notes that Marvel has not confirmed the claim, and neither she nor the studio has publicly addressed it, so this should be treated as a rumor with a giant comic-book-sized grain of salt. Still, it follows earlier speculation that Marvel was interested in the in-demand actress for Emma Frost, which is where things get especially fun.</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="UnV2VzRSDWCaRNHQytK9ga" name="Sydney Sweeney" alt="Sydney Sweeney dressed in a Black-and-White Spider-Woman-type suit from Madame Web (2024)." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UnV2VzRSDWCaRNHQytK9ga-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Sony Pictures Releasing)</span></figcaption></figure><h2 id="the-rumor-is-still-very-unconfirmed">The Rumor Is Still Very Unconfirmed</h2><p>The big thing here is that nothing is official. Marvel has not announced any actors for <em>X-Men</em>, and we do not even have a full cast of announced mutants for the reboot yet. The project is reportedly in development with <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/superheroes/x-men/waiting-major-update-marvel-x-men-reboot-nexcited-lined-up-direct-jake-schreier"><u>Jake Schreier attached to direct</u></a>, while Lee Sung Jin and Joanna Calo are reportedly writing the screenplay. But Marvel is still keeping the mutant cards close to the vest.</p><p>That said, the timing makes sense. The MCU is inching closer to properly <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/superheroes/marvel-cinematic-universe/avengers-doomsday-rumor-x-men-universe-differs-original-movies"><u>bringing the X-Men into the fold</u></a>, and fan casting has been running wild for years. After the Fox-era mutants dominated the big screen for more than two decades and are rumored to be <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/superheroes/marvel-cinematic-universe/x-men-avengers-doomsday-trailer-finally-online-im-nervous-about-sentinels"><u>making a swan song in </u><u><em>Avengers: Doomsday</em></u></a>, Marvel has a tricky job ahead: find actors who can make these characters feel familiar yet stand on their own.</p><p>Sweeney would certainly bring attention. She is one of the most talked-about actors of her generation, with <em>Euphoria</em>, <em>The White Lotus</em>, <em>Anyone But You</em> and a growing list of film projects behind her. She also knows what it feels like to be attached to a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/new/upcoming-marvel-movies-release-dates-phase-4-67944.html"><u>new Marvel movie</u></a>, even if it's not in the official MCU, that becomes the internet’s punchline, given her role in Sony’s <em>Madame Web</em>.</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="ru4EKRNswq96gafy3htkZg" name="JanuaryJonesEmmaFrost" alt="Kevin Bacon and January Jones (Frost) in X-Men: First Class." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ru4EKRNswq96gafy3htkZg-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: 20th Century Studios)</span></figcaption></figure><h2 id="emma-frost-feels-like-the-obvious-fit">Emma Frost Feels Like The Obvious Fit</h2><p>If Marvel really is circling Sweeney, Emma Frost feels like the cleanest match. The character has all the ingredients that would play to her strengths: glamour, menace, intelligence, vulnerability and the ability to weaponize a room without raising her voice. Emma is not just “the pretty telepath in white.” She is a former villain, a teacher, a strategist and one of the most complicated figures in X-Men lore.</p><p>That kind of role would let Sweeney lean into the icy, polished exterior she can play so well, while also giving her room to show the bruises underneath. Her best performances often work because she can make a character seem both controlled and quietly unraveling. That is basically Emma Frost’s emotional operating system.</p><p>It's not like Emma would be making her big-screen debut. The character has already appeared twice in Fox's X-Men movies. She had a brief appearance in <em>X-Men Origins: Wolverine</em>, which, let's just say, is not exactly remembered as the franchise's finest hour. Then <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2564132/what-the-x-men-first-class-cast-is-doing-now-including-jennifer-lawrence"><u>January Jones played a version</u></a> of the character in <em>X-Men: First Class</em>. While I love that movie overall, Jones' Emma never quite clicked for me, making her one of the few weak spots in an otherwise terrific film. In other words, Emma Frost feels like a character that could absolutely benefit from another shot.</p><p>There are other possibilities, of course:</p><ul><li><strong>Polaris</strong> — Magneto's daughter with magnetic powers who often brings a more emotionally complicated perspective to mutant politics.</li><li><strong>Dazzler</strong> — A pop star who converts sound into light and energy blasts, making her one of Marvel's strangest celebrity superheroes.</li><li><strong>Spiral</strong> — A six-armed sorceress and master strategist with deep ties to the X-Men's weirder cosmic stories.</li><li><strong>Sage</strong> — A mutant with computer-like mental abilities who serves as one of the X-Men's most underrated intelligence experts.</li><li><strong>Boom-Boom </strong>— A rebellious prankster who creates explosive energy spheres and brings a chaotic edge to any team.</li><li><strong>Stacy X </strong>— A former mutant entertainer whose pheromone-based powers make her one of the franchise's most unconventional characters.</li></ul><p>Still, Emma is the one that feels like the cleanest fit without needing to reinvent the character.</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="t56WWMptLEkd3FsnrXQ9da" name="Sydney Sweeney" alt="Sydney Sweeney dressed in green and gold halter top in an ad for Dr. Squatch s" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/t56WWMptLEkd3FsnrXQ9da-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Dr. Squatch Soap, Summit Partners)</span></figcaption></figure><h2 id="this-could-be-a-better-marvel-lane-than-madame-web">This Could Be A Better Marvel Lane Than Madame Web</h2><p>The funny thing is that the <em>Anyone but You</em> actress has technically already been in a Marvel-based movie, but <em>Madame Web</em> was not part of the MCU and did not give her much of a real superhero runway. That film became more famous for the memes than for launching its characters.</p><p>An MCU <em>X-Men</em> role would be a very different situation. The mutants are some of Marvel’s richest characters, and the reboot will almost certainly be treated as a major pillar of the franchise going forward. If <em>The Housemaid </em>star gets the right role, she would not just be joining another superhero movie. She could be stepping into a character with real staying power.</p><p>Again, this is all rumor for now. Marvel may go in a completely different direction, and Sydney Sweeney may never end up near the X-Mansion. But if the studio is actually looking at her for the mutant corner of the MCU, I get it. </p><p>The Fox-era X-Men are set to appear in <em>Avengers: Doomsday</em>, when it hits the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-movies-in-2026-new-movie-release-dates"><u>2026 movie calendar</u></a> on December 18, 2026.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sydney Sweeney's Bond Odds Might Be The Talk Of Town, But Zendaya's Got Her Own Euphoria Numbers Going ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p><em>Euphoria</em> is a wildly popular show, one that has made household names of its young cast. The third season recently wrapped for those with HBO (and streaming with an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers">HBO Max subscription</a>), and it should be interesting to see where <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/how-old-is-the-euphoria-cast-in-real-life-versus-the-show">the <em>Euphoria</em> cast</a> goes next. While folks are betting on <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/another-actress-topped-sydney-sweeney-next-bond-girl-odds-margaret-qualley">whether or not Sydney Sweeney might be a Bond Girl</a>, there are also odds about Zendaya going around online.</p><p>While <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-the-housemaid-director-whether-shed-make-good-bond-girl-paul-feig"><em>The Housemaid</em>'s director thinks Sweeney would be great as a Bond Girl</a>, only time will tell how Denis Villeneuve actually casts in the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/what-we-know-upcoming-james-bond-movie">mysterious 26th Bond movie</a>. Bets are being placed about that potential casting, and the <a href="https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/awards/story/2026-06-10/zendaya-euphoria-hbo-rue-emmy-three-peat-whos-counting">LA Times</a> is reporting about the odds of Zendaya winning her third Emmy for <em>Euphoria</em>. </p><p>The outlet finds it likely that Zendaya will at least get nominated, although she'll have to beat out competition if she wants to snatch that trophy. Namely, Keri Russell from <em>The Diplomat</em> and Rhea Seehorn's acclaimed work in <em>Pluribus</em> (streaming with an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/apple-tv-subscription-the-plan-the-price-and-whats-included">Apple TV+ subscription</a>). And although <em>Euphoria'</em>s third season wasn't as universally acclaimed, you can't deny that she offered another killer performance.</p><div class="product"><a data-dimension112="cb79a129-3c8e-49c6-8e3d-0e0754107bf4" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:500px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:100.00%;"><img id="9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK" name="HBO Max rebrand logo deal block sized" caption="" alt="" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="500" height="500" attribution="" endorsement="" credit="" class="" /></p></div></div></figure></a><p><a href="https://www.max.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="cb79a129-3c8e-49c6-8e3d-0e0754107bf4" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25=""><strong>HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month</strong></a><br /><em>Euphoria</em> is streaming exclusively on HBO Max. If you want to see the first two seasons or re-watch the third adn final one, you need an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers">HBO Max subscription</a>, so sign up now.<a class="view-deal button" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="cb79a129-3c8e-49c6-8e3d-0e0754107bf4" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25="">View Deal</a></p></div><p>The internet blew up when <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2555128/the-internet-was-fired-up-after-zendayas-emmy-victory-for-euphoria">Zendaya won her first Emmy</a> for <em>Euphoria</em> Season 1, and fans were similarly thrilled when she got another for Season 2. And while <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/the-internet-does-not-agree-rues-ending-euphoria-finale-zendaya"><em>Euphoria</em>'s series finale</a> was controversial, the 29-year-old actress's performance has once again been universally acclaimed. And with the final season in the rearview, folks are invested in whether or not the <em>Dune</em> actress gets yet another Emmy for her portrayal of Rue. </p><p>In my opinion, I definitely think that Zendaya deserves another Emmy for the third season of <em>Euphoria</em>. Despite some complaints about the season, she expertly slipped back into character and balanced both humor and the high-stakes drama of Rue's role in organized crime. Her performance in the controversial finale was particularly strong, and I think that might be the episode that's submitted for Emmy consideration. Either way, it's clear that the internet is paying attention and invested in her possibly scoring a third trophy. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="aTYdfCHD9FtjpvmAMqhG76" name="RuePill Finale" alt="Rue holding a pill in the finale of Euphoria" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aTYdfCHD9FtjpvmAMqhG76-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: HBO)</span></figcaption></figure><p>While there were<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/is-there-sydney-sweeney-zendaya-beef-why-people-talking-about-euphoria-video"> rumors about Zendaya having beef with Sydney Sweeney</a>, the real truth is that both actresses' careers are thriving. And there's been no actual evidence of bad blood; it's mostly fans reading into their interactions (or lack thereof) on the red carpet. </p><p><em>Euphoria</em> is streaming in its entirety now on HBO Max as part of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2026-tv-premiere-date-schedule-network-streaming-series">2026 TV schedule</a>. We'll just have to wait and see if Zendaya wins that Emmy, and if Sweeney actually becomes a Bond Girl. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Corey Chichizola ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QyFDQjurXJr5xt5g6DznEN-320-70.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Corey Chichizola has been with CinemaBlend since 2015, starting as the Weekend Editor before climbing up the ranks and eventually becoming the Movies Editor. Born and raised in New Jersey and an alumnus of Ramapo College, he&#039;s combined his degrees in theater and literature to cover the the way stories are told in TV and film. On top of helping run the news cycle, Corey has been honored to do a variety of on camera interviews with his personal heroes, and has been particularly privileged to speak with actors about their process on set. Before joining the CB team he worked in the New York theater world, and is thrilled to be in such close proximity to the city that never sleeps.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Corey is one of CinemaBlend&#039;s biggest horror nerds, and is happy to cover all thing spooky, especially related to favorite franchises like Halloween and Scream. He&#039;s also taken his passion and education for theater to cover the movie musical beat on the website. While a movies editor, Corey is also a television addict, watching what seems like a billion different shows every year. Aside from scripted programs, he&#039;s got a passion for certain corners of the Reality TV world including Survivor, RuPaul&#039;s Drag Race, and the Real Housewives. He&#039;s also got a passion for the mockumentary subgenre on both the big and small screens, especially projects like Drop Dead Gorgeous, Waiting for Guffman, and The Office.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p><em>Euphoria</em> is a wildly popular show, one that has made household names of its young cast. The third season recently wrapped for those with HBO (and streaming with an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers">HBO Max subscription</a>), and it should be interesting to see where <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/how-old-is-the-euphoria-cast-in-real-life-versus-the-show">the <em>Euphoria</em> cast</a> goes next. While folks are betting on <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/another-actress-topped-sydney-sweeney-next-bond-girl-odds-margaret-qualley">whether or not Sydney Sweeney might be a Bond Girl</a>, there are also odds about Zendaya going around online.</p><p>While <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-the-housemaid-director-whether-shed-make-good-bond-girl-paul-feig"><em>The Housemaid</em>'s director thinks Sweeney would be great as a Bond Girl</a>, only time will tell how Denis Villeneuve actually casts in the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/what-we-know-upcoming-james-bond-movie">mysterious 26th Bond movie</a>. Bets are being placed about that potential casting, and the <a href="https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/awards/story/2026-06-10/zendaya-euphoria-hbo-rue-emmy-three-peat-whos-counting">LA Times</a> is reporting about the odds of Zendaya winning her third Emmy for <em>Euphoria</em>. </p><p>The outlet finds it likely that Zendaya will at least get nominated, although she'll have to beat out competition if she wants to snatch that trophy. Namely, Keri Russell from <em>The Diplomat</em> and Rhea Seehorn's acclaimed work in <em>Pluribus</em> (streaming with an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/apple-tv-subscription-the-plan-the-price-and-whats-included">Apple TV+ subscription</a>). And although <em>Euphoria'</em>s third season wasn't as universally acclaimed, you can't deny that she offered another killer performance.</p><div class="product"><a data-dimension112="cb79a129-3c8e-49c6-8e3d-0e0754107bf4" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:500px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:100.00%;"><img id="9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK" name="HBO Max rebrand logo deal block sized" caption="" alt="" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="500" height="500" attribution="" endorsement="" credit="" class="" /></p></div></div></figure></a><p><a href="https://www.max.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="cb79a129-3c8e-49c6-8e3d-0e0754107bf4" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25=""><strong>HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month</strong></a><br /><em>Euphoria</em> is streaming exclusively on HBO Max. If you want to see the first two seasons or re-watch the third adn final one, you need an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers">HBO Max subscription</a>, so sign up now.<a class="view-deal button" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="cb79a129-3c8e-49c6-8e3d-0e0754107bf4" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25="">View Deal</a></p></div><p>The internet blew up when <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2555128/the-internet-was-fired-up-after-zendayas-emmy-victory-for-euphoria">Zendaya won her first Emmy</a> for <em>Euphoria</em> Season 1, and fans were similarly thrilled when she got another for Season 2. And while <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/the-internet-does-not-agree-rues-ending-euphoria-finale-zendaya"><em>Euphoria</em>'s series finale</a> was controversial, the 29-year-old actress's performance has once again been universally acclaimed. And with the final season in the rearview, folks are invested in whether or not the <em>Dune</em> actress gets yet another Emmy for her portrayal of Rue. </p><p>In my opinion, I definitely think that Zendaya deserves another Emmy for the third season of <em>Euphoria</em>. Despite some complaints about the season, she expertly slipped back into character and balanced both humor and the high-stakes drama of Rue's role in organized crime. Her performance in the controversial finale was particularly strong, and I think that might be the episode that's submitted for Emmy consideration. Either way, it's clear that the internet is paying attention and invested in her possibly scoring a third trophy. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="aTYdfCHD9FtjpvmAMqhG76" name="RuePill Finale" alt="Rue holding a pill in the finale of Euphoria" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aTYdfCHD9FtjpvmAMqhG76-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: HBO)</span></figcaption></figure><p>While there were<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/is-there-sydney-sweeney-zendaya-beef-why-people-talking-about-euphoria-video"> rumors about Zendaya having beef with Sydney Sweeney</a>, the real truth is that both actresses' careers are thriving. And there's been no actual evidence of bad blood; it's mostly fans reading into their interactions (or lack thereof) on the red carpet. </p><p><em>Euphoria</em> is streaming in its entirety now on HBO Max as part of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2026-tv-premiere-date-schedule-network-streaming-series">2026 TV schedule</a>. We'll just have to wait and see if Zendaya wins that Emmy, and if Sweeney actually becomes a Bond Girl. </p>
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                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>Sam Levinson's <em>Euphoria</em> is a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/hbo-shows-that-have-gotten-world-talking">HBO show that got the world talking</a>, especially during its third and final season in the air. In addition to the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/the-internet-does-not-agree-rues-ending-euphoria-finale-zendaya">controversial Season 3 finale</a>, there's been a ton of discourse online about Sydney Sweeney's Cassie being an OnlyFans content creator. And someone has finally asked the actress about what she thought about her final appearances on the show (which is streaming with a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers">HBO Max subscription</a>). </p><p>There has been a ton of discourse about <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/how-does-one-onlyfans-star-feel-about-sydney-sweeneys-cassie-representing-platform-euphoria">how <em>Euphoria</em> represented OnlyFans</a>, as well as the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/euphoria-creator-was-gonna-skirt-around-nudity-why-sydney-sweeney-pushed-back">nude scenes required of Sydney Sweeney</a> to bring this story to life. During an interview with <a href="https://www.vanityfair.com/story/sydney-sweeney-interview-euphoria">Vanity Fair</a>, the actress was asked her perspective on Cassie's story, and she responded with: </p><div><blockquote><p>From the very beginning, you can see that Cassie has this need to be loved. She has a need to be validated by other people. She doesn’t know how to love herself unless someone else loves her. So I understand how Sam got her to where she was in Season 3. I think she was more excited by the idea of all these people loving her and knowing who she is and feeling like her world isn’t small.</p></blockquote></div><p>Honestly, this is a pretty smart perspective. Cassie's need to validation and unhappy relationship with Nate Jacobs was established in the first two seasons of <em>Euphoria</em>, so the breadcrumbs were there for <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-euphoria-story-slammed-by-real-onlyfans-models-boy-meets-world-vet-maitland-ward">Sweeney's character to join OnlyFans</a>. In addition to getting the attention she so craved, the website also provided a big financial incentive... especially when she was trying to pay for her dream wedding.</p><div class="product"><a data-dimension112="2d48b58f-9427-49ca-8ebb-3386de307103" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:500px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:100.00%;"><img id="9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK" name="HBO Max rebrand logo deal block sized" caption="" alt="" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="500" height="500" attribution="" endorsement="" credit="" class="" /></p></div></div></figure></a><p><a href="https://www.max.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="2d48b58f-9427-49ca-8ebb-3386de307103" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25=""><strong>HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month</strong></a><br />If you want to stream <em>Euphoria</em> you need an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers">HBO Max subscription</a>, so sign up now.<a class="view-deal button" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="2d48b58f-9427-49ca-8ebb-3386de307103" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25="">View Deal</a></p></div><p>Sydney Sweeney has done a ton of nudity and sexual scenes throughout her three seasons on <em>Euphoria</em>, resulting in plenty of online discourse. Some fans took umbrage with the way her body was displayed on the show, but the actress doesn't seem to share the same feelings. She was asked about her nude scenes in the same interview, responding with: </p><div><blockquote><p>He sent me all the scripts and it already had all of Cassie’s scenes in it, the OnlyFans scenes, and he called me afterwards, and he was talking about it, and we talking through it all. He asked me how I felt about it, and I told him, ‘Look, I’m playing a character.’ Do I agree with all of Cassie’s decisions? Would I personally make these choices? No, of course not. But I’m an actor and that’s my job and this is Cassie’s life and to be able to do her justice and play her how she’s to be played is to bring Sam’s vision to life and to play Cassie in the most vulnerable and insane way possible</p></blockquote></div><p>While some folks online felt bad for Sydney Sweeney, it's clear that she doesn't share that sentiment. She's merely an actor doing a job, one who felt that nudity was essential to telling Cassie's OnlyFans story during Season 3 of <em>Euphoria</em>. </p><p>I have to wonder if Sweeney's comments will help quiet the discourse surrounding her role in Season 3, particularly the nudity. The third and final season is now complete, and fans are still recovering from its twist and turns.</p><p><em>Euphoria</em>'s last season is streaming in its entirety on HBO Max as part of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2026-tv-premiere-date-schedule-network-streaming-series">2026 TV schedule</a>. Sweeney has become an A-lister throughout its run on TV, so her career could seemingly go anywhere now. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Corey Chichizola has been with CinemaBlend since 2015, starting as the Weekend Editor before climbing up the ranks and eventually becoming the Movies Editor. Born and raised in New Jersey and an alumnus of Ramapo College, he&#039;s combined his degrees in theater and literature to cover the the way stories are told in TV and film. On top of helping run the news cycle, Corey has been honored to do a variety of on camera interviews with his personal heroes, and has been particularly privileged to speak with actors about their process on set. Before joining the CB team he worked in the New York theater world, and is thrilled to be in such close proximity to the city that never sleeps.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Corey is one of CinemaBlend&#039;s biggest horror nerds, and is happy to cover all thing spooky, especially related to favorite franchises like Halloween and Scream. He&#039;s also taken his passion and education for theater to cover the movie musical beat on the website. While a movies editor, Corey is also a television addict, watching what seems like a billion different shows every year. Aside from scripted programs, he&#039;s got a passion for certain corners of the Reality TV world including Survivor, RuPaul&#039;s Drag Race, and the Real Housewives. He&#039;s also got a passion for the mockumentary subgenre on both the big and small screens, especially projects like Drop Dead Gorgeous, Waiting for Guffman, and The Office.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What&#039;s He&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Anything that Jordan Peele will give us, Talk to Me, the Exorcist reboot, the final season of Handmaid&#039;s Tale.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Sam Levinson's <em>Euphoria</em> is a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/hbo-shows-that-have-gotten-world-talking">HBO show that got the world talking</a>, especially during its third and final season in the air. In addition to the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/the-internet-does-not-agree-rues-ending-euphoria-finale-zendaya">controversial Season 3 finale</a>, there's been a ton of discourse online about Sydney Sweeney's Cassie being an OnlyFans content creator. And someone has finally asked the actress about what she thought about her final appearances on the show (which is streaming with a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers">HBO Max subscription</a>). </p><p>There has been a ton of discourse about <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/how-does-one-onlyfans-star-feel-about-sydney-sweeneys-cassie-representing-platform-euphoria">how <em>Euphoria</em> represented OnlyFans</a>, as well as the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/euphoria-creator-was-gonna-skirt-around-nudity-why-sydney-sweeney-pushed-back">nude scenes required of Sydney Sweeney</a> to bring this story to life. During an interview with <a href="https://www.vanityfair.com/story/sydney-sweeney-interview-euphoria">Vanity Fair</a>, the actress was asked her perspective on Cassie's story, and she responded with: </p><div><blockquote><p>From the very beginning, you can see that Cassie has this need to be loved. She has a need to be validated by other people. She doesn’t know how to love herself unless someone else loves her. So I understand how Sam got her to where she was in Season 3. I think she was more excited by the idea of all these people loving her and knowing who she is and feeling like her world isn’t small.</p></blockquote></div><p>Honestly, this is a pretty smart perspective. Cassie's need to validation and unhappy relationship with Nate Jacobs was established in the first two seasons of <em>Euphoria</em>, so the breadcrumbs were there for <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-euphoria-story-slammed-by-real-onlyfans-models-boy-meets-world-vet-maitland-ward">Sweeney's character to join OnlyFans</a>. In addition to getting the attention she so craved, the website also provided a big financial incentive... especially when she was trying to pay for her dream wedding.</p><div class="product"><a data-dimension112="2d48b58f-9427-49ca-8ebb-3386de307103" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:500px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:100.00%;"><img id="9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK" name="HBO Max rebrand logo deal block sized" caption="" alt="" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="500" height="500" attribution="" endorsement="" credit="" class="" /></p></div></div></figure></a><p><a href="https://www.max.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="2d48b58f-9427-49ca-8ebb-3386de307103" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25=""><strong>HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month</strong></a><br />If you want to stream <em>Euphoria</em> you need an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers">HBO Max subscription</a>, so sign up now.<a class="view-deal button" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="2d48b58f-9427-49ca-8ebb-3386de307103" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25="">View Deal</a></p></div><p>Sydney Sweeney has done a ton of nudity and sexual scenes throughout her three seasons on <em>Euphoria</em>, resulting in plenty of online discourse. Some fans took umbrage with the way her body was displayed on the show, but the actress doesn't seem to share the same feelings. She was asked about her nude scenes in the same interview, responding with: </p><div><blockquote><p>He sent me all the scripts and it already had all of Cassie’s scenes in it, the OnlyFans scenes, and he called me afterwards, and he was talking about it, and we talking through it all. He asked me how I felt about it, and I told him, ‘Look, I’m playing a character.’ Do I agree with all of Cassie’s decisions? Would I personally make these choices? No, of course not. But I’m an actor and that’s my job and this is Cassie’s life and to be able to do her justice and play her how she’s to be played is to bring Sam’s vision to life and to play Cassie in the most vulnerable and insane way possible</p></blockquote></div><p>While some folks online felt bad for Sydney Sweeney, it's clear that she doesn't share that sentiment. She's merely an actor doing a job, one who felt that nudity was essential to telling Cassie's OnlyFans story during Season 3 of <em>Euphoria</em>. </p><p>I have to wonder if Sweeney's comments will help quiet the discourse surrounding her role in Season 3, particularly the nudity. The third and final season is now complete, and fans are still recovering from its twist and turns.</p><p><em>Euphoria</em>'s last season is streaming in its entirety on HBO Max as part of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2026-tv-premiere-date-schedule-network-streaming-series">2026 TV schedule</a>. Sweeney has become an A-lister throughout its run on TV, so her career could seemingly go anywhere now. </p>
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                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>There are popular film franchises, and then there are <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/james-bond-movies-in-order-how-to-watch-all-of-the-007-movies">the James Bond movies. </a>Moviegoers have been following 007 for decades, with entire generations brought up on the MI6 agent's adventures. Since <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/no-time-to-die-ending-how-the-daniel-craig-era-of-james-bond-concluded"><em>No Time To Die'</em>s ending </a>killed off Daniel Craig's version of the hero, fans have been curious about which actors might help reboot the series. <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-the-housemaid-director-whether-shed-make-good-bond-girl-paul-feig">Sydney Sweeney has been a popular fan choice</a> to be the next <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/actresses-who-have-played-bond-girls">actress to play a Bond Girl,</a> but another star has just topped her in the online odds. </p><p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/what-we-know-upcoming-james-bond-movie">What we know about <em>Bond 26 </em></a>is very limited, but the film is in active development by Amazon MGM. The pressure in on to deliver after <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/james-bond-daniel-craigs-bond-films-ranked">Daniel Craig's Bond movies</a>, which were wildly successful. No casting has been announced, but the prediction market Kalshi (via <a href="https://www.superherohype.com/movies/670773-007-new-actress-predicted-to-be-next-james-bond-girl-its-not-sydney-sweeney">SHH</a>) recently updated its standings, and The Substance actress Margaret Qualley has taken the top spot over Sydney Sweeney. </p><p>Of course, this is no actual guarantee that either actress will actually be cast. But the internet seems to think that Qualley is the most likely choice to join <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/looking-forward-denis-villeneuve-directing-dune-3-more-excited-iconic-franchise-joining-afterwards-james-bond">Denis Villeneuve's developing Bond movie</a>. Both she and Sydney Sweeney are wildly popular and have the resumes to support them joining 007 on his next mission. Qualley is an incredibly captivating (and physical) actor, so there's no doubt in my mind she would be great. We'll just have to wait and see who gets to be in the <em>Dune</em> director's spy movie. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="hP7wT4PXQGAKxwXXSbK4wF" name="SweeneyEuphoriaDiner" alt="Sydney Sweeney's Cassie crying in a diner in Euphoria" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hP7wT4PXQGAKxwXXSbK4wF-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: HBO)</span></figcaption></figure><p>As I mentioned, Sweeney has been a popular choice for a Bond girl for some time now. The star of <em>Euphoria</em> (which is streaming with a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers">HBO Max subscription</a>) has some action experience under her belt, including her roles in <em>Christy</em> and <em>Madame Web</em>. She's also a black belt in grappling and has experience kickboxing and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. That, combined with her star power, makes her seem like a great choice for a Bond Girl.</p><p>As for Margaret Qualley, she's a two-time Golden Globe nominee who has been in acclaimed TV and film work. Her role in <em>The Substance</em> helped make her a household name, even though<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/the-substance-huge-oscar-nods-egregious-snubs-sound-margaret-qualley"> she was snubbed from an Oscar nomination</a> for the body horror film. Qualley is another big star who would likely help get butts in seats if she were to join <em>Bond 26</em>, and is a versatile talent that I know would crush in a Bond movie. </p><p>Overall, not much is known about what Denis Villeneuve has up his sleeve for his forthcoming Bond movie. He's obviously busy working on <em>Dune: Part Three</em> right now, but his schedule should presumably be freed up after its release in December. Some moviegoers were concerned when <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/james-bond-franchise-undergoing-major-changes-broccoli-family-steps-away-nervous-about-007-future">Amazon got the rights to the James Bond franchise</a>, although the acclaimed filmmaker's involvement has helped to quell some fears. But casting is a total mystery at the time of writing this story.</p><p>It's currently unclear when <em>Bond 26</em> will hit theaters, but <em>Dune: Part Three</em> will have that honor on December 18th as part of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-movies-in-2026-new-movie-release-dates">2026 movie release list</a>. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                <p>There are popular film franchises, and then there are <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/james-bond-movies-in-order-how-to-watch-all-of-the-007-movies">the James Bond movies. </a>Moviegoers have been following 007 for decades, with entire generations brought up on the MI6 agent's adventures. Since <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/no-time-to-die-ending-how-the-daniel-craig-era-of-james-bond-concluded"><em>No Time To Die'</em>s ending </a>killed off Daniel Craig's version of the hero, fans have been curious about which actors might help reboot the series. <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-the-housemaid-director-whether-shed-make-good-bond-girl-paul-feig">Sydney Sweeney has been a popular fan choice</a> to be the next <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/actresses-who-have-played-bond-girls">actress to play a Bond Girl,</a> but another star has just topped her in the online odds. </p><p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/what-we-know-upcoming-james-bond-movie">What we know about <em>Bond 26 </em></a>is very limited, but the film is in active development by Amazon MGM. The pressure in on to deliver after <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/james-bond-daniel-craigs-bond-films-ranked">Daniel Craig's Bond movies</a>, which were wildly successful. No casting has been announced, but the prediction market Kalshi (via <a href="https://www.superherohype.com/movies/670773-007-new-actress-predicted-to-be-next-james-bond-girl-its-not-sydney-sweeney">SHH</a>) recently updated its standings, and The Substance actress Margaret Qualley has taken the top spot over Sydney Sweeney. </p><p>Of course, this is no actual guarantee that either actress will actually be cast. But the internet seems to think that Qualley is the most likely choice to join <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/looking-forward-denis-villeneuve-directing-dune-3-more-excited-iconic-franchise-joining-afterwards-james-bond">Denis Villeneuve's developing Bond movie</a>. Both she and Sydney Sweeney are wildly popular and have the resumes to support them joining 007 on his next mission. Qualley is an incredibly captivating (and physical) actor, so there's no doubt in my mind she would be great. We'll just have to wait and see who gets to be in the <em>Dune</em> director's spy movie. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="hP7wT4PXQGAKxwXXSbK4wF" name="SweeneyEuphoriaDiner" alt="Sydney Sweeney's Cassie crying in a diner in Euphoria" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hP7wT4PXQGAKxwXXSbK4wF-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: HBO)</span></figcaption></figure><p>As I mentioned, Sweeney has been a popular choice for a Bond girl for some time now. The star of <em>Euphoria</em> (which is streaming with a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers">HBO Max subscription</a>) has some action experience under her belt, including her roles in <em>Christy</em> and <em>Madame Web</em>. She's also a black belt in grappling and has experience kickboxing and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. That, combined with her star power, makes her seem like a great choice for a Bond Girl.</p><p>As for Margaret Qualley, she's a two-time Golden Globe nominee who has been in acclaimed TV and film work. Her role in <em>The Substance</em> helped make her a household name, even though<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/the-substance-huge-oscar-nods-egregious-snubs-sound-margaret-qualley"> she was snubbed from an Oscar nomination</a> for the body horror film. Qualley is another big star who would likely help get butts in seats if she were to join <em>Bond 26</em>, and is a versatile talent that I know would crush in a Bond movie. </p><p>Overall, not much is known about what Denis Villeneuve has up his sleeve for his forthcoming Bond movie. He's obviously busy working on <em>Dune: Part Three</em> right now, but his schedule should presumably be freed up after its release in December. Some moviegoers were concerned when <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/james-bond-franchise-undergoing-major-changes-broccoli-family-steps-away-nervous-about-007-future">Amazon got the rights to the James Bond franchise</a>, although the acclaimed filmmaker's involvement has helped to quell some fears. But casting is a total mystery at the time of writing this story.</p><p>It's currently unclear when <em>Bond 26</em> will hit theaters, but <em>Dune: Part Three</em> will have that honor on December 18th as part of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-movies-in-2026-new-movie-release-dates">2026 movie release list</a>. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What Does Sydney Sweeney Do With Her Acting Downtime? Her Euphoria Co-Stars Were 'Confused' ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>Sydney Sweeney is known for <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-risque-euphoria-cassie-moments-banned-maybe-uk"><u>making waves thanks to her character Cassie</u></a> on <em>Euphoria</em>. She’s also known for making splashes with <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-tight-little-black-dress-fun-silhouette-golden-globes"><u>unique LBDs and more on the red carpet</u></a>, and for diving in and producing her own work, sometimes to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/rom-coms-dead-box-office-glen-powell-gets-candid-anyone-100-million"><u>great box office success</u></a>. But you might be surprised to learn that in her downtime she’s a sporty girl who enjoys working on her vintage Bronco. At least, her <em>Euphoria</em> co-stars were surprised to find this out.</p><p>Sweeney was promoting her series “Syd’s garage” when she made the <em>Euphoria</em>-related confession. She said she used to work on her vintage cars all weekend in between filming shoots and sometimes would even bring those vehicles with her to the HBO set when she had downtime. She told <a href="https://www.etonline.com/sydney-sweeney-on-her-love-for-restoring-vintage-cars-and-her-rom-com-with-glen-powell-exclusive"><u>ET</u></a> her co-stars were very surprised to find out this fact about her: </p><div><blockquote><p>If people know about it, they ask, 'You know how to work on a car?' After Euphoria, if I wrapped on a day or had a day off, I'd go to the garage and work on my Bronco. And when I would come to work the next day, they'd be like, 'What'd you do?' And I'd say, 'Oh, I went to the garage.' And they were just so confused. And I would drive my cars to set and I would work on them in basecamp. They'd be like, 'What is Sydney doing?' </p></blockquote></div><p>Driving has always been a big part of her life. She’s a heavy thumbs up on any vehicle she can drive manually, even if it’s a “workout” on the LA freeways. One of her childhood friends’ dads, Rod Emory, set her up with an official garage to work in, and the rest has been history. Though, she doesn’t get her 1969 Bronco out as much as she’d like, even after switching her car from the original manual to automatic in order to handle the traffic challenges. </p><div><blockquote><p>It was so sad. I love driving manual. There's nothing better than feeling like you're the one in control of a car. But with such a heavy vehicle like a 1969 Ford Bronco, driving the hills of L.A. and driving with those drivers that like to get right behind you, I wanted this to be my daily driver. [But] the car's so heavy, you roll back just the second before you go, and people just don't understand that. And the sitting in the traffic on the 405, it's a workout.</p></blockquote></div><p>Sydney Sweeney’s always been interested in cars, and when <em>Euphoria</em> sent her her first paycheck, the first thing she did was by herself a “splurge car," a 2019 Range Rover. She told <a href="https://www.vanityfair.com/style/2022/04/sydney-sweeney-euphoria-bronco?srsltid=AfmBOophHBGKHVu8zLfI6lSnKWEHPOGc6WnpxEiocigDuDUrfjy5NLsd"><u>Vanity Fair</u></a> she has different “dream cars” depending on where she is and what she’s doing. </p><div><blockquote><p>I have different dream cars for different part of the world. If I ever live in Hawaii, there’s this little Fiat, an open-cart Jolly, I would really want. And because my family loved [our] old Land Cruiser so much, but my little brother unfortunately drove it into the ground, I want to find an old ‘70s Land Cruiser and give it to them. </p></blockquote></div><p>She has nothing but time. At only 28, she  is just getting started in Hollywood, though <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-not-even-30-net-worth-incredible"><u>Sweeney’s net worth</u></a> is already impressive. <em>Euphoria</em> also just wrapped its third and final season (with an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/the-internet-does-not-agree-rues-ending-euphoria-finale-zendaya"><u>ending for Zendaya's Rue that's divided audiences</u></a>). Next up, she has <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-returned-australia-whereanyone-but-you-shot-sequel-gundam-netflix"><u><em>Gundam</em></u><u>, which is already filming</u></a>, and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/the-housemaid-2-just-added-kirsten-dunst"><u>then </u><u><em>The Housemaid’s Secret</em></u></a>. I wonder what cars she busted out for those roles? </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jessica Rawden ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gNi5ipvqyWREFVbs7Ehzx9-320-70.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background:&lt;/strong&gt; Jessica Rawden is Managing Editor at CinemaBlend. She’s been kicking out news stories at CinemaBlend since 2007 and joined the full-time staff in 2014. She oversees news content, hiring and training for the site, and her areas of expertise include theme parks, rom-coms, Hallmark (particularly Christmas movie season), reality TV, celebrity interviews and primetime. She loves a good animated movie.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jessica has a Masters in Library Science degree from Indiana University, and used to be found behind a reference desk most definitely not shushing people. She now uses those skills in researching and tracking down information in very different ways.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She’s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: A former soccer player and recent tennis addict, Jessica also enjoys running, both of the distance and sprint variety. When not at the movie theater or in a theme park, her other free time is spent in book clubs, hiking, drinking wine, binge-watching, keeping tabs on celebrity fashion and riding rollercoasters. Has a serious Hallmark habit and an even bigger record-buying habit. Will bake for compliments.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She’s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: &amp;nbsp;Hallmark Christmas movie season. Wearing socks to bed. &amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Sydney Sweeney is known for <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-risque-euphoria-cassie-moments-banned-maybe-uk"><u>making waves thanks to her character Cassie</u></a> on <em>Euphoria</em>. She’s also known for making splashes with <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-tight-little-black-dress-fun-silhouette-golden-globes"><u>unique LBDs and more on the red carpet</u></a>, and for diving in and producing her own work, sometimes to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/rom-coms-dead-box-office-glen-powell-gets-candid-anyone-100-million"><u>great box office success</u></a>. But you might be surprised to learn that in her downtime she’s a sporty girl who enjoys working on her vintage Bronco. At least, her <em>Euphoria</em> co-stars were surprised to find this out.</p><p>Sweeney was promoting her series “Syd’s garage” when she made the <em>Euphoria</em>-related confession. She said she used to work on her vintage cars all weekend in between filming shoots and sometimes would even bring those vehicles with her to the HBO set when she had downtime. She told <a href="https://www.etonline.com/sydney-sweeney-on-her-love-for-restoring-vintage-cars-and-her-rom-com-with-glen-powell-exclusive"><u>ET</u></a> her co-stars were very surprised to find out this fact about her: </p><div><blockquote><p>If people know about it, they ask, 'You know how to work on a car?' After Euphoria, if I wrapped on a day or had a day off, I'd go to the garage and work on my Bronco. And when I would come to work the next day, they'd be like, 'What'd you do?' And I'd say, 'Oh, I went to the garage.' And they were just so confused. And I would drive my cars to set and I would work on them in basecamp. They'd be like, 'What is Sydney doing?' </p></blockquote></div><p>Driving has always been a big part of her life. She’s a heavy thumbs up on any vehicle she can drive manually, even if it’s a “workout” on the LA freeways. One of her childhood friends’ dads, Rod Emory, set her up with an official garage to work in, and the rest has been history. Though, she doesn’t get her 1969 Bronco out as much as she’d like, even after switching her car from the original manual to automatic in order to handle the traffic challenges. </p><div><blockquote><p>It was so sad. I love driving manual. There's nothing better than feeling like you're the one in control of a car. But with such a heavy vehicle like a 1969 Ford Bronco, driving the hills of L.A. and driving with those drivers that like to get right behind you, I wanted this to be my daily driver. [But] the car's so heavy, you roll back just the second before you go, and people just don't understand that. And the sitting in the traffic on the 405, it's a workout.</p></blockquote></div><p>Sydney Sweeney’s always been interested in cars, and when <em>Euphoria</em> sent her her first paycheck, the first thing she did was by herself a “splurge car," a 2019 Range Rover. She told <a href="https://www.vanityfair.com/style/2022/04/sydney-sweeney-euphoria-bronco?srsltid=AfmBOophHBGKHVu8zLfI6lSnKWEHPOGc6WnpxEiocigDuDUrfjy5NLsd"><u>Vanity Fair</u></a> she has different “dream cars” depending on where she is and what she’s doing. </p><div><blockquote><p>I have different dream cars for different part of the world. If I ever live in Hawaii, there’s this little Fiat, an open-cart Jolly, I would really want. And because my family loved [our] old Land Cruiser so much, but my little brother unfortunately drove it into the ground, I want to find an old ‘70s Land Cruiser and give it to them. </p></blockquote></div><p>She has nothing but time. At only 28, she  is just getting started in Hollywood, though <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-not-even-30-net-worth-incredible"><u>Sweeney’s net worth</u></a> is already impressive. <em>Euphoria</em> also just wrapped its third and final season (with an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/the-internet-does-not-agree-rues-ending-euphoria-finale-zendaya"><u>ending for Zendaya's Rue that's divided audiences</u></a>). Next up, she has <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-returned-australia-whereanyone-but-you-shot-sequel-gundam-netflix"><u><em>Gundam</em></u><u>, which is already filming</u></a>, and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/the-housemaid-2-just-added-kirsten-dunst"><u>then </u><u><em>The Housemaid’s Secret</em></u></a>. I wonder what cars she busted out for those roles? </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Euphoria’s Creator Was Gonna Skirt Around Nudity. Why Sydney Sweeney Pushed Back ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/Ds4BP2LY.html" id="Ds4BP2LY" title="Did Elle Fanning Use A Body Double For 'Margo’s Got Money Troubles’ Nude Scenes She Opens Up" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><p><em>Euphoria</em> recently wrapped up its run on television, with its three seasons making it an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/hbo-shows-that-have-gotten-world-talking">HBO show that got the world talking</a>. The series (which is streaming with an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers">HBO Max subscription</a>) made a ton of headlines with its third season, which included <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/how-does-one-onlyfans-star-feel-about-sydney-sweeneys-cassie-representing-platform-euphoria">Sydney Sweeney's OnlyFans plot line</a>. It turns out that Sam Levinson originally wanted to shoot around the nudity... until the actress pushed back.</p><p>While<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/the-internet-does-not-agree-rues-ending-euphoria-finale-zendaya"> fans have been debating </a><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/the-internet-does-not-agree-rues-ending-euphoria-finale-zendaya"><em>Euphoria</em>'s series finale</a>, there's been a ton of discourse about Cassie Howard being on OF and the wild nudity that Sweeney shot throughout Season 3. In a conversation with <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2026/06/01/arts/television/popcast-euphoria-sam-levinson-interview.html">The New York Times</a>, showrunner/writer/director Levinson spoke about his original approach to Cassie's NSFW content, claiming: </p><div><blockquote><p>Well, it's funny, when I first wrote it, I was like, maybe we shoot all of this and we don't have any nudity. Maybe there's ways to shoot around certain things?</p></blockquote></div><p>Even before <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/why-sydney-sweeney-filming-intimate-scenes-out-of-body-experience-euphoria-fans">Sydney Sweeney went nude for Season 3</a>, there were plenty of wild OnlyFans scenes that were in the newest season of <em>Euphoria</em>. We saw the actress wearing revealing outfits, dressed up as both a dog and a baby. So Levinson might have been able to work around Cassie's story without having the <em>Madame Web </em>star go nude. Although it sounds like Sweeney insisted on baring it all, as Levinson went on to reveal: </p><div><blockquote><p>She looked at me and she was like, 'Are you kidding? I'm playing an OnlyFans model. You're telling me you’re going to, like, skirt around it?</p></blockquote></div><p>Talk about being brave. But since Sweeney had already gone a number of nude scenes for<em> Euphoria</em>'s first two seasons, it sounds like she didn't mind doing it again for Season 3. In fact, she thought that it was essential to bringing Cassie's OnlyFans storyline to life. </p><div class="product"><a data-dimension112="ce280fae-1a95-40b7-8db3-ac27aa94eca6" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:500px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:100.00%;"><img id="9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK" name="HBO Max rebrand logo deal block sized" caption="" alt="" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="500" height="500" attribution="" endorsement="" credit="" class="" /></p></div></div></figure></a><p><a href="https://www.max.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="ce280fae-1a95-40b7-8db3-ac27aa94eca6" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25=""><strong>HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month</strong></a><br />Euphoria is streaming exclusively on HBO Max. If you want to re-watch Sydney Sweeney's time as Cassie Howard you need an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers">HBO Max subscription</a>, so sign up now.<a class="view-deal button" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="ce280fae-1a95-40b7-8db3-ac27aa94eca6" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25="">View Deal</a></p></div><p>In addition to the OF scenes, Sweeney also went nude when Cassie had sex with famous actor Dylan Reid (Homer Gere). Then there was the wild fantasy/dream sequence, where Cassie grew into the size of a kaiju and was seen demolishing LA... including putting her bare breasts onto a skyscraper window. Sam Levinson spoke more about how down to clown Sydney Sweeney has been throughout <em>Euphoria</em>, offering: </p><div><blockquote><p>I think she's a totally fearless actor. She's also just wonderfully professional and shows up just game every day. I adore working with her because there's such a flexibility in terms of the performance. There's a lot of trust that we have.</p></blockquote></div><p>The word fearless definitely makes sense for those of us who watched all three seasons of the Emmy-winning HBO series. Cassie Howard is a wild character, and many of us would likely balk if asked to do so much vulnerable work, including both nudity and sexual scenes. But Sydney Sweeney accomplished it all, and helped make her <em>Euphoria</em> character a truly iconic part of pop culture.</p><p><em>Euphoria</em> Season 3 is streaming in its entirety on HBO Max as part of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2026-tv-premiere-date-schedule-network-streaming-series">2026 TV schedule</a>. The show has reached it end, and I'm curious to see how it performs during Awards Season at the Emmys. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Corey Chichizola ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QyFDQjurXJr5xt5g6DznEN-320-70.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Corey Chichizola has been with CinemaBlend since 2015, starting as the Weekend Editor before climbing up the ranks and eventually becoming the Movies Editor. Born and raised in New Jersey and an alumnus of Ramapo College, he&#039;s combined his degrees in theater and literature to cover the the way stories are told in TV and film. On top of helping run the news cycle, Corey has been honored to do a variety of on camera interviews with his personal heroes, and has been particularly privileged to speak with actors about their process on set. Before joining the CB team he worked in the New York theater world, and is thrilled to be in such close proximity to the city that never sleeps.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Corey is one of CinemaBlend&#039;s biggest horror nerds, and is happy to cover all thing spooky, especially related to favorite franchises like Halloween and Scream. He&#039;s also taken his passion and education for theater to cover the movie musical beat on the website. While a movies editor, Corey is also a television addict, watching what seems like a billion different shows every year. Aside from scripted programs, he&#039;s got a passion for certain corners of the Reality TV world including Survivor, RuPaul&#039;s Drag Race, and the Real Housewives. He&#039;s also got a passion for the mockumentary subgenre on both the big and small screens, especially projects like Drop Dead Gorgeous, Waiting for Guffman, and The Office.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What&#039;s He&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Anything that Jordan Peele will give us, Talk to Me, the Exorcist reboot, the final season of Handmaid&#039;s Tale.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/Ds4BP2LY.html" id="Ds4BP2LY" title="Did Elle Fanning Use A Body Double For 'Margo’s Got Money Troubles’ Nude Scenes She Opens Up" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><p><em>Euphoria</em> recently wrapped up its run on television, with its three seasons making it an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/hbo-shows-that-have-gotten-world-talking">HBO show that got the world talking</a>. The series (which is streaming with an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers">HBO Max subscription</a>) made a ton of headlines with its third season, which included <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/how-does-one-onlyfans-star-feel-about-sydney-sweeneys-cassie-representing-platform-euphoria">Sydney Sweeney's OnlyFans plot line</a>. It turns out that Sam Levinson originally wanted to shoot around the nudity... until the actress pushed back.</p><p>While<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/the-internet-does-not-agree-rues-ending-euphoria-finale-zendaya"> fans have been debating </a><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/the-internet-does-not-agree-rues-ending-euphoria-finale-zendaya"><em>Euphoria</em>'s series finale</a>, there's been a ton of discourse about Cassie Howard being on OF and the wild nudity that Sweeney shot throughout Season 3. In a conversation with <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2026/06/01/arts/television/popcast-euphoria-sam-levinson-interview.html">The New York Times</a>, showrunner/writer/director Levinson spoke about his original approach to Cassie's NSFW content, claiming: </p><div><blockquote><p>Well, it's funny, when I first wrote it, I was like, maybe we shoot all of this and we don't have any nudity. Maybe there's ways to shoot around certain things?</p></blockquote></div><p>Even before <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/why-sydney-sweeney-filming-intimate-scenes-out-of-body-experience-euphoria-fans">Sydney Sweeney went nude for Season 3</a>, there were plenty of wild OnlyFans scenes that were in the newest season of <em>Euphoria</em>. We saw the actress wearing revealing outfits, dressed up as both a dog and a baby. So Levinson might have been able to work around Cassie's story without having the <em>Madame Web </em>star go nude. Although it sounds like Sweeney insisted on baring it all, as Levinson went on to reveal: </p><div><blockquote><p>She looked at me and she was like, 'Are you kidding? I'm playing an OnlyFans model. You're telling me you’re going to, like, skirt around it?</p></blockquote></div><p>Talk about being brave. But since Sweeney had already gone a number of nude scenes for<em> Euphoria</em>'s first two seasons, it sounds like she didn't mind doing it again for Season 3. In fact, she thought that it was essential to bringing Cassie's OnlyFans storyline to life. </p><div class="product"><a data-dimension112="ce280fae-1a95-40b7-8db3-ac27aa94eca6" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:500px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:100.00%;"><img id="9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK" name="HBO Max rebrand logo deal block sized" caption="" alt="" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="500" height="500" attribution="" endorsement="" credit="" class="" /></p></div></div></figure></a><p><a href="https://www.max.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="ce280fae-1a95-40b7-8db3-ac27aa94eca6" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25=""><strong>HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month</strong></a><br />Euphoria is streaming exclusively on HBO Max. If you want to re-watch Sydney Sweeney's time as Cassie Howard you need an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers">HBO Max subscription</a>, so sign up now.<a class="view-deal button" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="ce280fae-1a95-40b7-8db3-ac27aa94eca6" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25="">View Deal</a></p></div><p>In addition to the OF scenes, Sweeney also went nude when Cassie had sex with famous actor Dylan Reid (Homer Gere). Then there was the wild fantasy/dream sequence, where Cassie grew into the size of a kaiju and was seen demolishing LA... including putting her bare breasts onto a skyscraper window. Sam Levinson spoke more about how down to clown Sydney Sweeney has been throughout <em>Euphoria</em>, offering: </p><div><blockquote><p>I think she's a totally fearless actor. She's also just wonderfully professional and shows up just game every day. I adore working with her because there's such a flexibility in terms of the performance. There's a lot of trust that we have.</p></blockquote></div><p>The word fearless definitely makes sense for those of us who watched all three seasons of the Emmy-winning HBO series. Cassie Howard is a wild character, and many of us would likely balk if asked to do so much vulnerable work, including both nudity and sexual scenes. But Sydney Sweeney accomplished it all, and helped make her <em>Euphoria</em> character a truly iconic part of pop culture.</p><p><em>Euphoria</em> Season 3 is streaming in its entirety on HBO Max as part of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2026-tv-premiere-date-schedule-network-streaming-series">2026 TV schedule</a>. The show has reached it end, and I'm curious to see how it performs during Awards Season at the Emmys. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Eagle-Eyed Euphoria Viewers Think They’ve Spotted More Evidence Sydney Sweeney And Zendaya Don’t Get Along ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>Sam Levinson's <em>Euphoria</em> has officially come to the end of its run on HBO (and streaming with a<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers"> HBO Max subscription</a>). While <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/the-internet-does-not-agree-rues-ending-euphoria-finale-zendaya">fans can't agree with the <em>Euphoria</em> series finale</a>, there's also ongoing chatter about a possible feud between its stars. And some fans think that they've spotted more clues in the posts that Sydney Sweeney made when the show ended.</p><p><em>Euphoria</em> is definitely a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/hbo-shows-that-have-gotten-world-talking">HBO show that got the world talking</a>, thanks to drama both on and off screen. Since the start of Season 3, fans have been questioning <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/is-there-sydney-sweeney-zendaya-beef-why-people-talking-about-euphoria-video">if Sweeney and Zendaya have a beef</a>, since they weren't seen together at the premiere. Following the final episode, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/superheroes/sydney-sweeney-3-big-reasons-it-doesnt-matter-madame-web-flopped">the <em>Madame Web</em> actress</a> posted some pictures, none of which included Zendaya. For instance, she put up the following cute picture of her dog on set: </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1280px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:177.34%;"><img id="n3gcGdghcVPs5X88gfhGy9" name="IMG_2243" alt="Sweeney's dog on her Euphoria set chair labeled "Cassie"." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/n3gcGdghcVPs5X88gfhGy9-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1280" height="2270" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Instagram)</span></figcaption></figure><p>How cute is that? While this image looks innocent enough, some fans noticed that Sydney Sweeney's post-finale posts were noticeably missing the <em>Spider-Man </em>actress. This isn't hard evidence of a feud between<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/how-old-is-the-euphoria-cast-in-real-life-versus-the-show"> the two <em>Euphoria</em> stars</a>, but folks are still chattering online about whether or not there's beef between the pair of A-listers.</p><p>While it's still unclear if there's actual bad blood between these two, there's been <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-feud-isnt-real-expert-why-zendaya-posing-with-her-doesnt-make-great-optics-euphoria">discourse that Zendaya might be distancing herself from Sydney Sweeney.</a> Namely because of controversies surrounding the latter actress such as that<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeneys-brother-joking-good-jeans-post-ae-internet"> infamous American Eagle jeans commercial</a>. </p><div class="product"><a data-dimension112="ba87f0dd-ba86-4184-ad5f-c61317ca71cd" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:500px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:100.00%;"><img id="9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK" name="HBO Max rebrand logo deal block sized" caption="" alt="" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="500" height="500" attribution="" endorsement="" credit="" class="" /></p></div></div></figure></a><p><a href="https://www.max.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="ba87f0dd-ba86-4184-ad5f-c61317ca71cd" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25=""><strong>HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month</strong></a><br />Euphoria is streaming exclusively on HBO Max. If you want to re-watch the series you need an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers">HBO Max subscription</a>, so sign up now.<a class="view-deal button" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="ba87f0dd-ba86-4184-ad5f-c61317ca71cd" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25="">View Deal</a></p></div><p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeneys-brother-joking-good-jeans-post-ae-internet">Sweeney has been saying goodbye to <em>Euphoria</em> </a>with a variety of posts... which happen to not include Zendaya. Another post can be seen below, and is a set photo of her in costume as Cassie Howard.</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1280px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:176.09%;"><img id="nrTP77bAHaVy6ojmnhepo9" name="SweeneyIGStoryMIrrorS3" alt="Sydney Sweeney's IG Story post featuring a mirror selfie from the set." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nrTP77bAHaVy6ojmnhepo9-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1280" height="2254" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Instagram)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Of course, it's worth noting that these posts don't feature any of Sweeney's co-stars. Still, some corners of the internet are taking this as proof that there's a beef between her and Zendaya. We'll jut have to wait and see if one of the actors actually comments on this ongoing discourse. </p><p>This chatter comes as <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/after-rumors-zendaya-unhappy-euphoria-ending-her-mom-spoke-devastating-finale">rumors swirl Zendaya was unhappy with how <em>Euphoria</em> ended</a>. She notably wasn't an EP on the third and final season, despite being one on the first two. Sweeney posted yet another IG Story that didn't feature any of her co-stars, check it out below: </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1280px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:175.63%;"><img id="joauUiyzK3fFuRxdnLKRxM" name="Sweeney ice cream IG Story" alt="Sweeney's IG Story featuring Cassie eating ice cream." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/joauUiyzK3fFuRxdnLKRxM-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1280" height="2248" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Instagram)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Once again, Sweeney didn't' share any photos with he castmates. So I'm not sure this is evidence that she's got a beef with Zendaya. Because by this standard, you could say the same for any of the other actors like Maude Apatow or Alexa Demie.</p><p><em>Euphoria</em>'s third and final season is streaming in its entirety over on HBO Max as part of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2026-tv-premiere-date-schedule-network-streaming-series">2026 TV schedule</a>. Only time will tell if the cast eventually comments about the rumored feuds. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Corey Chichizola has been with CinemaBlend since 2015, starting as the Weekend Editor before climbing up the ranks and eventually becoming the Movies Editor. Born and raised in New Jersey and an alumnus of Ramapo College, he&#039;s combined his degrees in theater and literature to cover the the way stories are told in TV and film. On top of helping run the news cycle, Corey has been honored to do a variety of on camera interviews with his personal heroes, and has been particularly privileged to speak with actors about their process on set. Before joining the CB team he worked in the New York theater world, and is thrilled to be in such close proximity to the city that never sleeps.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>Sam Levinson's <em>Euphoria</em> has officially come to the end of its run on HBO (and streaming with a<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers"> HBO Max subscription</a>). While <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/the-internet-does-not-agree-rues-ending-euphoria-finale-zendaya">fans can't agree with the <em>Euphoria</em> series finale</a>, there's also ongoing chatter about a possible feud between its stars. And some fans think that they've spotted more clues in the posts that Sydney Sweeney made when the show ended.</p><p><em>Euphoria</em> is definitely a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/hbo-shows-that-have-gotten-world-talking">HBO show that got the world talking</a>, thanks to drama both on and off screen. Since the start of Season 3, fans have been questioning <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/is-there-sydney-sweeney-zendaya-beef-why-people-talking-about-euphoria-video">if Sweeney and Zendaya have a beef</a>, since they weren't seen together at the premiere. Following the final episode, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/superheroes/sydney-sweeney-3-big-reasons-it-doesnt-matter-madame-web-flopped">the <em>Madame Web</em> actress</a> posted some pictures, none of which included Zendaya. For instance, she put up the following cute picture of her dog on set: </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1280px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:177.34%;"><img id="n3gcGdghcVPs5X88gfhGy9" name="IMG_2243" alt="Sweeney's dog on her Euphoria set chair labeled "Cassie"." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/n3gcGdghcVPs5X88gfhGy9-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1280" height="2270" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Instagram)</span></figcaption></figure><p>How cute is that? While this image looks innocent enough, some fans noticed that Sydney Sweeney's post-finale posts were noticeably missing the <em>Spider-Man </em>actress. This isn't hard evidence of a feud between<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/how-old-is-the-euphoria-cast-in-real-life-versus-the-show"> the two <em>Euphoria</em> stars</a>, but folks are still chattering online about whether or not there's beef between the pair of A-listers.</p><p>While it's still unclear if there's actual bad blood between these two, there's been <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-feud-isnt-real-expert-why-zendaya-posing-with-her-doesnt-make-great-optics-euphoria">discourse that Zendaya might be distancing herself from Sydney Sweeney.</a> Namely because of controversies surrounding the latter actress such as that<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeneys-brother-joking-good-jeans-post-ae-internet"> infamous American Eagle jeans commercial</a>. </p><div class="product"><a data-dimension112="ba87f0dd-ba86-4184-ad5f-c61317ca71cd" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:500px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:100.00%;"><img id="9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK" name="HBO Max rebrand logo deal block sized" caption="" alt="" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="500" height="500" attribution="" endorsement="" credit="" class="" /></p></div></div></figure></a><p><a href="https://www.max.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="ba87f0dd-ba86-4184-ad5f-c61317ca71cd" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25=""><strong>HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month</strong></a><br />Euphoria is streaming exclusively on HBO Max. If you want to re-watch the series you need an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers">HBO Max subscription</a>, so sign up now.<a class="view-deal button" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="ba87f0dd-ba86-4184-ad5f-c61317ca71cd" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25="">View Deal</a></p></div><p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeneys-brother-joking-good-jeans-post-ae-internet">Sweeney has been saying goodbye to <em>Euphoria</em> </a>with a variety of posts... which happen to not include Zendaya. Another post can be seen below, and is a set photo of her in costume as Cassie Howard.</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1280px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:176.09%;"><img id="nrTP77bAHaVy6ojmnhepo9" name="SweeneyIGStoryMIrrorS3" alt="Sydney Sweeney's IG Story post featuring a mirror selfie from the set." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nrTP77bAHaVy6ojmnhepo9-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1280" height="2254" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Instagram)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Of course, it's worth noting that these posts don't feature any of Sweeney's co-stars. Still, some corners of the internet are taking this as proof that there's a beef between her and Zendaya. We'll jut have to wait and see if one of the actors actually comments on this ongoing discourse. </p><p>This chatter comes as <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/after-rumors-zendaya-unhappy-euphoria-ending-her-mom-spoke-devastating-finale">rumors swirl Zendaya was unhappy with how <em>Euphoria</em> ended</a>. She notably wasn't an EP on the third and final season, despite being one on the first two. Sweeney posted yet another IG Story that didn't feature any of her co-stars, check it out below: </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check="" ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1280px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:175.63%;"><img id="joauUiyzK3fFuRxdnLKRxM" name="Sweeney ice cream IG Story" alt="Sweeney's IG Story featuring Cassie eating ice cream." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/joauUiyzK3fFuRxdnLKRxM-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1280" height="2248" attribution="" endorsement="" class="inline" /></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Instagram)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Once again, Sweeney didn't' share any photos with he castmates. So I'm not sure this is evidence that she's got a beef with Zendaya. Because by this standard, you could say the same for any of the other actors like Maude Apatow or Alexa Demie.</p><p><em>Euphoria</em>'s third and final season is streaming in its entirety over on HBO Max as part of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2026-tv-premiere-date-schedule-network-streaming-series">2026 TV schedule</a>. Only time will tell if the cast eventually comments about the rumored feuds. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sydney Sweeney Said Goodbye To Euphoria With An A+ Caption ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/qqoSR0sj.html" id="qqoSR0sj" title="Jennifer Lawrence On Awkward Celebrity Moments Like The Time She ‘Frightened Draco Malfoy’ On Late Night" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><p>The end of <em>Euphoria</em> Season 3 is near, and the finale will cap out what’s definitely been an eventful season filled with wild twists and turns. What lies ahead for Rue, Jules, Lexi, Cassie and co. in this closing installment is unclear, but the stage is set for what could be a defining installment of Sam Levinson’s Emmy-winning drama series. As the series prepares to close out its latest stretch of episodes, cast member Sydney Sweeney is also bidding farewell in a fun way. The actress shared a swath of BTS photos along with a perfect caption. </p><p>Anyone who’s been watching <em>Euphoria</em> over the past several weeks surely knows Sydney Sweeney’s <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeneys-storyline-euphoria-season-3-backlash-creator-explained-why-shes-brilliant-sam-levinson">Cassie Howard has had quite the story arc</a>. On that note, Sweeney managed to capture the essence of all that madness by way of the various set photos (and brief video clip) she dropped on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZAgyfuES3r/?img_index=1">Instagram</a>. While there are plenty of primo pics in the carousel, what really takes the cake is a three-word message that really sums it all up perfectly.</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZAgyfuES3r/" target="_blank">A post shared by Sydney Sweeney (@sydney_sweeney)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>There’s just so much to take in here, from the BTS snapshots of the cast filming Cassie and Nate’s wedding to the scenes set at the Silver Slipper Strip Club. And, of course, there are some shots that allude to Cassie’s OnlyFans-related projects. What’s also sweet is that there’s a shot of Jacob Elordi with late co-star Eric Dane. All in all, though, it would be a serious understatement to say that as a performer, Sweeney was given a lot of material to work with, and that’s why her caption works so well:</p><div><blockquote><p>It’s called… acting(.)</p></blockquote></div><p>That’s an age-old phrase that’s been used by plenty of actors over the years and, admittedly, Sweeney does indeed do more than her fair share of acting throughout <em>Euphori</em>a’s third season. The new season has seen Cassie providing risqué, subscription-based content in order to help eventual husband Nate keep his family’s construction company afloat. Cassie’s storyline has been met with mixed reactions with some praising it and others calling <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/euphorias-latest-episode-wild-one-sydney-sweeney-fans-calling-it-humiliation-ritual">her character’s actions as a “humiliation ritual.”</a> Additionally, some real-life <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-euphoria-story-slammed-by-real-onlyfans-models-boy-meets-world-vet-maitland-ward">OnlyFans models chastised the show’s handling</a> of only content production. </p><p>Even still, Sydney Sweeney’s tribute seemingly indicates an appreciation for her time working on this new season. Something that’s unclear, though, is whether Sweeney is saying goodbye to the season or to the show as a whole. Levinson is still playing coy on whether this season is meant to wrap up the series entirely. However, there are still some <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/two-big-reasons-euphoria-may-get-season-4">reasons to believe Season 4 could happen</a>.</p><div class="product"><a data-dimension112="d8ab09d0-95ae-4acd-bf83-f30ce8b605e3" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:500px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:100.00%;"><img id="9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK" name="HBO Max rebrand logo deal block sized" caption="" alt="" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="500" height="500" attribution="" endorsement="" credit="" class="" /></p></div></div></figure></a><p><a href="https://www.max.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="d8ab09d0-95ae-4acd-bf83-f30ce8b605e3" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25=""><strong>HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month</strong></a><br /><em>Euphoria</em> is just one of the great original TV shows a customer can find on HBO Max. Sign up for the streamer and pay $10.99 per month for the With Ads tier, or grab the ad-free tier.<a class="view-deal button" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="d8ab09d0-95ae-4acd-bf83-f30ce8b605e3" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25="">View Deal</a></p></div><p>A potential fourth season could theoretically be set in motion by whatever happens in Season 3’s finale. With <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/yes-euphoria-creator-wanted-nate-death-cause-controversy">Elordi’s Nate now dead</a> following that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/after-heavy-jacob-elordi-episode-euphoria-star-jack-topalian-described-filming-scenes">heavy penultimate episode</a>, it’s hard to say what lies ahead for Cassie now that she’s without her hubby. Fans will get those answers soon but, in the meantime, they can surely relive the ups and downs of the season thus far by way of Sweeney’s social media post. </p><p>Check out the <em>Euphoria</em> season finale, which airs Sunday, May 31, at 9 p.m. ET on HBO, and it’ll also be streamable with an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers">HBO Max subscription</a>. Anyone who’ll be in need of something new to watch once the season ends can also look over the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2026-tv-premiere-date-schedule-network-streaming-series">2026 TV schedule</a> to find some titles to potentially fill the void.</p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Erik Swann ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rXkznL7DwWNoGfjx998J3Q-320-70.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik Swann is a Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. He began working with the publication in 2020 when he was hired as Weekend Editor. Today, he continues to write, edit and handle social media responsibilities over the weekend. On weekdays, he also writes TV and movie-related news and helps out with editing and social media as needed. He graduated from the University of Maryland, where he received a degree in Broadcast Journalism. After shifting into multi-platform journalism, he started working as a freelance writer and editor before joining CB. During his time with the site, he&#039;s been able to cover some excellent TV shows and films and interview some wonderful stars.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik is a superhero fan, and his love for comic books began after he first watched Batman: The Animated Series as a child. He also enjoys comedies, action/adventure flicks, dramas and science fiction. He has a love for sports as well, particularly professional basketball. Though he&#039;s a Maryland/Washington D.C. native, he roots for the Boston Celtics. Some of his all-time favorite TV shows are BTAS, Breaking Bad, Sanford and Son, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Better Call Saul and Atlanta. And when it comes to movies, Beverly Hills Cop, A Raisin in the Sun, Toy Story, Iron Man, Star Wars, and Wall Street are among his favorites. He also enjoys a good pizza (preferably with pepperoni and mushrooms) while he&#039;s watching entertaining films and TV series.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, Reservation Dogs Season 3, Ahsoka, Loki Season 2, Invincible Season 2, Next Goal Wins and Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/qqoSR0sj.html" id="qqoSR0sj" title="Jennifer Lawrence On Awkward Celebrity Moments Like The Time She ‘Frightened Draco Malfoy’ On Late Night" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><p>The end of <em>Euphoria</em> Season 3 is near, and the finale will cap out what’s definitely been an eventful season filled with wild twists and turns. What lies ahead for Rue, Jules, Lexi, Cassie and co. in this closing installment is unclear, but the stage is set for what could be a defining installment of Sam Levinson’s Emmy-winning drama series. As the series prepares to close out its latest stretch of episodes, cast member Sydney Sweeney is also bidding farewell in a fun way. The actress shared a swath of BTS photos along with a perfect caption. </p><p>Anyone who’s been watching <em>Euphoria</em> over the past several weeks surely knows Sydney Sweeney’s <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeneys-storyline-euphoria-season-3-backlash-creator-explained-why-shes-brilliant-sam-levinson">Cassie Howard has had quite the story arc</a>. On that note, Sweeney managed to capture the essence of all that madness by way of the various set photos (and brief video clip) she dropped on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZAgyfuES3r/?img_index=1">Instagram</a>. While there are plenty of primo pics in the carousel, what really takes the cake is a three-word message that really sums it all up perfectly.</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZAgyfuES3r/" target="_blank">A post shared by Sydney Sweeney (@sydney_sweeney)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>There’s just so much to take in here, from the BTS snapshots of the cast filming Cassie and Nate’s wedding to the scenes set at the Silver Slipper Strip Club. And, of course, there are some shots that allude to Cassie’s OnlyFans-related projects. What’s also sweet is that there’s a shot of Jacob Elordi with late co-star Eric Dane. All in all, though, it would be a serious understatement to say that as a performer, Sweeney was given a lot of material to work with, and that’s why her caption works so well:</p><div><blockquote><p>It’s called… acting(.)</p></blockquote></div><p>That’s an age-old phrase that’s been used by plenty of actors over the years and, admittedly, Sweeney does indeed do more than her fair share of acting throughout <em>Euphori</em>a’s third season. The new season has seen Cassie providing risqué, subscription-based content in order to help eventual husband Nate keep his family’s construction company afloat. Cassie’s storyline has been met with mixed reactions with some praising it and others calling <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/euphorias-latest-episode-wild-one-sydney-sweeney-fans-calling-it-humiliation-ritual">her character’s actions as a “humiliation ritual.”</a> Additionally, some real-life <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-euphoria-story-slammed-by-real-onlyfans-models-boy-meets-world-vet-maitland-ward">OnlyFans models chastised the show’s handling</a> of only content production. </p><p>Even still, Sydney Sweeney’s tribute seemingly indicates an appreciation for her time working on this new season. Something that’s unclear, though, is whether Sweeney is saying goodbye to the season or to the show as a whole. Levinson is still playing coy on whether this season is meant to wrap up the series entirely. However, there are still some <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/two-big-reasons-euphoria-may-get-season-4">reasons to believe Season 4 could happen</a>.</p><div class="product"><a data-dimension112="d8ab09d0-95ae-4acd-bf83-f30ce8b605e3" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:500px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:100.00%;"><img id="9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK" name="HBO Max rebrand logo deal block sized" caption="" alt="" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9P8ad6g6d9F3B8MJoXN8kK-1920-80.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="500" height="500" attribution="" endorsement="" credit="" class="" /></p></div></div></figure></a><p><a href="https://www.max.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="d8ab09d0-95ae-4acd-bf83-f30ce8b605e3" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25=""><strong>HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month</strong></a><br /><em>Euphoria</em> is just one of the great original TV shows a customer can find on HBO Max. Sign up for the streamer and pay $10.99 per month for the With Ads tier, or grab the ad-free tier.<a class="view-deal button" href="https://www.hbomax.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="d8ab09d0-95ae-4acd-bf83-f30ce8b605e3" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension48="HBO Max: Plans start from $10.99 a month" data-dimension25="">View Deal</a></p></div><p>A potential fourth season could theoretically be set in motion by whatever happens in Season 3’s finale. With <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/yes-euphoria-creator-wanted-nate-death-cause-controversy">Elordi’s Nate now dead</a> following that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/after-heavy-jacob-elordi-episode-euphoria-star-jack-topalian-described-filming-scenes">heavy penultimate episode</a>, it’s hard to say what lies ahead for Cassie now that she’s without her hubby. Fans will get those answers soon but, in the meantime, they can surely relive the ups and downs of the season thus far by way of Sweeney’s social media post. </p><p>Check out the <em>Euphoria</em> season finale, which airs Sunday, May 31, at 9 p.m. ET on HBO, and it’ll also be streamable with an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers">HBO Max subscription</a>. Anyone who’ll be in need of something new to watch once the season ends can also look over the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2026-tv-premiere-date-schedule-network-streaming-series">2026 TV schedule</a> to find some titles to potentially fill the void.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Scooter Braun Finally Opened Up About His Girlfriend Sydney Sweeney (And Euphoria) ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <p>For quite some time, there were <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-relationship-scooter-braun-reportedly-date-back-to-jeff-bezos-wedding"><u>rumors that Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun</u></a> were dating. However, it’s been confirmed for a bit now, with the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/subtle-way-sydney-sweeney-chain-nods-relationship-with-scooter-braun"><u>actress acknowledging the relationship</u></a> and posting about her and Braun’s adventures <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-brand-opened-festival-saloon-featured-lingerie-hanging-from-ceiling-lots-karaoke"><u>at Stagecoach</u></a> on social media. Now, the music mogul has opened up about his girlfriend, and he’s shared his thoughts on the new season of <em>Euphoria</em>. </p><p>This all came up as Scooter Braun was talking about finding self-worth on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z3HyNmrJrZo"><u><em>Second Thought with Suzy Weiss and the Free Press</em></u></a>. He mentioned his relationship was one way he does that, and as a follow-up, he was asked how his relationship was going. In response, he said: </p><div><blockquote><p>I’ve met an extraordinary woman, kind and generous and smart, and real and down to earth — and one of the biggest surprises ever. And there you go. </p></blockquote></div><p>He was then asked how he met his partner, but he wouldn’t divulge the details, saying, “that’s personal.” So, to pivot, a question was posed about whether Braun is watching <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/euphoria-season-3-details-so-far"><u>Season 3 of </u><u><em>Euphoria</em></u></a> as it airs on the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2026-tv-premiere-date-schedule-network-streaming-series"><u>2026 TV schedule</u></a>. He did answer that one, saying: </p><div><blockquote><p>I am catching it. I’m biased; I like it. I think there’s been an incredible performance by a certain actress.</p></blockquote></div><p>Well, while he didn’t say Sydney Sweeney’s name, it’s certainly easy to put the pieces together.  </p><p>Now, notably, Sweeney’s <em>Euphoria </em>storyline has been causing a stir online, and it has been <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-euphoria-story-slammed-by-real-onlyfans-models-boy-meets-world-vet-maitland-ward"><u>slammed by OnlyFans models</u></a>. However, there was a rumor going around that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/insider-shares-scooter-braun-alleged-feelings-sydney-sweeney-provacative-euphoria-scenes"><u>Braun had “absolutely no issue”</u></a> with her “more provocative scenes.” These new comments confirm that it is true, as he noted that he thinks she’s doing “an incredible” job. </p><p>Overall, both Braun and Sweeney keep their relationship quite private, so these comments are a pretty big deal. Rumors about them dating started swirling in the middle of 2025 when they both attended Jeff Bezos’ wedding. Then, in the fall, the speculation really amped up as photos of them spending time together were published. </p><p>There were <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/insider-claimed-sydney-sweeney-scooter-brauns-fling-serious-couple"><u>claims that it might have been a fling</u></a>; however, now they’ve been together for a while. And these newest comments highlight the fact that the music entrepreneur was surprised by this relationship. </p><p>Back in April, Braun also attended the Season 3 premiere of <em>Euphoria </em>to support Sweeney, and he reposted her IG story (via <a href="https://www.elle.com/culture/celebrities/a65993605/sydney-sweeney-scooter-braun-complete-relationship-timeline/#june-2025"><u>Elle</u></a>) that featured a photo of them standing together like a couple. </p><p>So, overall, everything seems to be going well between Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun. And if you were questioning that, he just made that very clear as he complimented his girlfriend and gave a nice shoutout to her show that you can watch for yourself every Sunday at 9 p.m. ET, either on HBO or with an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers"><u>HBO Max subscription</u></a>. </p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Riley Utley ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kXTLd8ja6TbGctTZCbdkce-320-70.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Riley Utley is the Weekend Editor at CinemaBlend. She has written for national publications as well as daily and alt-weekly newspapers in Spokane, Washington, Syracuse, New York and Charleston, South Carolina. She graduated with her master’s degree in arts journalism and communications from the Newhouse School at Syracuse University. Since joining the CB team she has covered numerous TV shows and movies -- including her personal favorite shows &lt;em&gt;Ted Lasso &lt;/em&gt;and &lt;em&gt;The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel&lt;/em&gt;. She also has followed and consistently written about everything from Taylor Swift to &lt;em&gt;Fire Country&lt;/em&gt;, and she&#039;s enjoyed every second of it.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Riley’s range in likes is random and wide, from Marvel to musicals and from&lt;em&gt; Game of Thrones&lt;/em&gt; to the latest Netflix rom-com you can catch her watching just about anything. Her favorite movies include but are not limited to &lt;em&gt;When Harry Met Sally, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-verse, Finding Nemo&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;The Grand Budapest Hotel&lt;/em&gt;. She loves going to the movie theater, consuming copious amounts of popcorn and logging whatever she saw on Letterboxd immediately afterward. She constantly walks around quoting &lt;em&gt;Ted Lasso, SNL&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;Parks and Rec&lt;/em&gt;. She has been known to create the occasional PowerPoint explaining the MCU to those who don’t get it. In the non-media realm, Riley is a massive college basketball fan. She is a firm believer that the Gonzaga men’s basketball team is the best team of all time, and she is patiently waiting for the day they finally win a national championship. She grew up in Washington and loves skiing, coffee and making sure that people know she is from the state, not D.C.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Anything Taylor Swift or Andrew Garfield does, finally seeing strong female representation in the MCU and eventually seeing Jonathan Bailey sing his heart out in &lt;em&gt;Wicked&lt;/em&gt;.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>For quite some time, there were <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-relationship-scooter-braun-reportedly-date-back-to-jeff-bezos-wedding"><u>rumors that Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun</u></a> were dating. However, it’s been confirmed for a bit now, with the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/subtle-way-sydney-sweeney-chain-nods-relationship-with-scooter-braun"><u>actress acknowledging the relationship</u></a> and posting about her and Braun’s adventures <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-brand-opened-festival-saloon-featured-lingerie-hanging-from-ceiling-lots-karaoke"><u>at Stagecoach</u></a> on social media. Now, the music mogul has opened up about his girlfriend, and he’s shared his thoughts on the new season of <em>Euphoria</em>. </p><p>This all came up as Scooter Braun was talking about finding self-worth on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z3HyNmrJrZo"><u><em>Second Thought with Suzy Weiss and the Free Press</em></u></a>. He mentioned his relationship was one way he does that, and as a follow-up, he was asked how his relationship was going. In response, he said: </p><div><blockquote><p>I’ve met an extraordinary woman, kind and generous and smart, and real and down to earth — and one of the biggest surprises ever. And there you go. </p></blockquote></div><p>He was then asked how he met his partner, but he wouldn’t divulge the details, saying, “that’s personal.” So, to pivot, a question was posed about whether Braun is watching <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/euphoria-season-3-details-so-far"><u>Season 3 of </u><u><em>Euphoria</em></u></a> as it airs on the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2026-tv-premiere-date-schedule-network-streaming-series"><u>2026 TV schedule</u></a>. He did answer that one, saying: </p><div><blockquote><p>I am catching it. I’m biased; I like it. I think there’s been an incredible performance by a certain actress.</p></blockquote></div><p>Well, while he didn’t say Sydney Sweeney’s name, it’s certainly easy to put the pieces together.  </p><p>Now, notably, Sweeney’s <em>Euphoria </em>storyline has been causing a stir online, and it has been <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sydney-sweeney-euphoria-story-slammed-by-real-onlyfans-models-boy-meets-world-vet-maitland-ward"><u>slammed by OnlyFans models</u></a>. However, there was a rumor going around that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/insider-shares-scooter-braun-alleged-feelings-sydney-sweeney-provacative-euphoria-scenes"><u>Braun had “absolutely no issue”</u></a> with her “more provocative scenes.” These new comments confirm that it is true, as he noted that he thinks she’s doing “an incredible” job. </p><p>Overall, both Braun and Sweeney keep their relationship quite private, so these comments are a pretty big deal. Rumors about them dating started swirling in the middle of 2025 when they both attended Jeff Bezos’ wedding. Then, in the fall, the speculation really amped up as photos of them spending time together were published. </p><p>There were <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/insider-claimed-sydney-sweeney-scooter-brauns-fling-serious-couple"><u>claims that it might have been a fling</u></a>; however, now they’ve been together for a while. And these newest comments highlight the fact that the music entrepreneur was surprised by this relationship. </p><p>Back in April, Braun also attended the Season 3 premiere of <em>Euphoria </em>to support Sweeney, and he reposted her IG story (via <a href="https://www.elle.com/culture/celebrities/a65993605/sydney-sweeney-scooter-braun-complete-relationship-timeline/#june-2025"><u>Elle</u></a>) that featured a photo of them standing together like a couple. </p><p>So, overall, everything seems to be going well between Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun. And if you were questioning that, he just made that very clear as he complimented his girlfriend and gave a nice shoutout to her show that you can watch for yourself every Sunday at 9 p.m. ET, either on HBO or with an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570432/subscribing-to-hbo-max-what-to-know-about-the-price-options-and-what-the-streaming-service-offers"><u>HBO Max subscription</u></a>. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Eiza Gonzalez Went Full Sydney Sweeney For Her New Bodybuilding Movie ]]></title>
                                                                                                <dc:content><![CDATA[ <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/JphuMytS.html" id="JphuMytS" title="One Of Sydney Sweeney’s More Risqué 'Euphoria' Moments Might Actually Get Banned In Real Life" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><p>Eiza Gonzalez is no stranger to action films, and is <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/eiza-gonzalez-best-roles-so-far-movies-im-excited-to-see-her-in-next"><u>becoming quite the champion of the genre</u></a>. The 36-year-old actress recently starred in the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/critics-seen-mike-and-nick-and-nick-and-alice-have-thoughts-out-of-box-time-travel-comedy"><u>time-traveling action comedy </u><u><em>Mike &amp; Nick &amp; Nick &amp; Alice</em></u></a> alongside heavy hitters Vince Vaughn and James Marsden, and her Guy Ritchie collaboration <em>In The Grey</em> came out last week on the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-movies-in-2026-new-movie-release-dates"><u>2026 movie schedule</u></a>. However, her next film gives action a new meaning, requiring more than just stunt sequences. The <em>Baby Driver</em> actress is set to play a body builder in the upcoming <em>Iron Jane</em> movie, and she went full Sydney Sweeney in <em>Christy</em> while preparing for the role.</p><p><em>Iron Jane</em>, which will be directed by Lissette Feliciano (<em>Women Is Losers</em>), follows Janie John, a woman who after a childhood of neglect discovers the world of body building. Hungry for the praise and acknowledgement that comes with success, the movie follows Janie’s journey as she pushes past her limits both physically and mentally to make a name for herself. Needless to say, in order to play <em>Iron Jane</em>, Gonzalez had to put on incredible muscle tone. Based on her Instagram post, it’s safe to say she succeeded:</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DX-CSNHEtcW/" target="_blank">A post shared by Eiza Gonzalez (@eizagonzalez)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>Holy back and biceps! By the looks of it, Gonzalez has been living in the gym, and it’s reminding me of that time Sydney Sweeney <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-had-major-gains-to-play-90s-fighter-christy-martin-sounds-like-she-loved-it"><u>completely changed her physique</u></a> to play legendary boxer Christy Martin in the <em>Christy</em> biopic. The <em>Euphoria</em> actress took <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-talks-working-on-christy-martin-biopic-having-boxer-on-set"><u>her dedication for that role</u></a> to another level, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-went-full-rocky-christy-martin-prep-gym"><u>building a Rocky-style gym</u></a> in her grandmother’s garage. When she dropped those <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-dropped-first-look-female-boxer-biopic-arms"><u>first few BTS pics</u></a>, the <em>Anyone But You</em> actress was almost unrecognizable. Gonzalez seemingly took a page out of Sweeney’s book, which makes me even more excited to see the final cut (pun intended) of <em>Iron Jane</em>.</p><p>While <em>Iron Jane</em> is not based on a true story, I do think it is important to emphasize that the body building in the film is very real, and is not for the faint of heart. Body building is a competition, a sport just as much as boxing, but the scrutiny is completely on your body during the event rather than an athletic performance. Gonzalez had her work cut out for her, and she told <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reels/DYU8VEtGueS/"><u>Entertainment Tonight</u></a> the appreciation she gained for women in body building while training for this role:</p><div><blockquote><p>It’s been a real journey. I’m just like, fascinated by the world. I have so much respect for the bodybuilding industry now that I’m in it, especially for women. I think it’s a consistent moving pull of what the goal is for them.</p></blockquote></div><p>Thankfully, the <em>Fountain of Youth</em> actress had a lot of support during her transformation from <em>Iron Jane</em> co-star Brandon Sklenar, who plays Gonzalez’s trainer and a former body building champion in the movie.</p><div><blockquote><p>I’m thrilled to be working with Brandon. I was texting with him today, I was like, ‘How do you do this?’ Cause you know he’s always ripped Brandon. He just finished a ton of movies where he’s like looking so fit, and I’m like, helpppppp. Helppppp.</p></blockquote></div><p>The <em>3 Body Problem</em> actress revealed the hardest part of training wasn’t even the weight lifting, but nutrition, and that her and Sklenar griped about it together:</p><div><blockquote><p>That’s what we were talking about. I said, ‘The eating is so complicated.’ He said, ‘I know the eating is so hard and travel becomes really hard.'</p></blockquote></div><p>I don’t doubt it. You have to have some serious self-control and a strict regimen 24/7 in order to attain that kind of physical transformation in under 6 months, even while doing press tours and traveling on vacations. </p><p>Sweeney shared <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/interviews/incredible-amount-of-weight-sydney-sweeney-dropped-between-filming-christy-the-housemaid"><u>similar sentiments during her transition from playing Christy to Millie</u></a> in <em>The Housemaid</em>, where she had to drop 30 pounds as quickly as she had gained it. Coincidentally, Sweeney worked with Sklenar on that film, and I wonder if they bonded over weight training in the same way as him and Gonzalez. </p><p>I’m seriously always so in awe of actors' physical transformations for roles, and how quickly they always accomplish it, whether it’s gaining weight or packing on muscle. Gonzalez is already an incredible actress, and now that she’s completely committed herself to the character, I just know <em>Iron Jane</em> is gonna be a smash hit.</p> ]]></dc:content>
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                                <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/JphuMytS.html" id="JphuMytS" title="One Of Sydney Sweeney’s More Risqué 'Euphoria' Moments Might Actually Get Banned In Real Life" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><p>Eiza Gonzalez is no stranger to action films, and is <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/eiza-gonzalez-best-roles-so-far-movies-im-excited-to-see-her-in-next"><u>becoming quite the champion of the genre</u></a>. The 36-year-old actress recently starred in the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/critics-seen-mike-and-nick-and-nick-and-alice-have-thoughts-out-of-box-time-travel-comedy"><u>time-traveling action comedy </u><u><em>Mike &amp; Nick &amp; Nick &amp; Alice</em></u></a> alongside heavy hitters Vince Vaughn and James Marsden, and her Guy Ritchie collaboration <em>In The Grey</em> came out last week on the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-movies-in-2026-new-movie-release-dates"><u>2026 movie schedule</u></a>. However, her next film gives action a new meaning, requiring more than just stunt sequences. The <em>Baby Driver</em> actress is set to play a body builder in the upcoming <em>Iron Jane</em> movie, and she went full Sydney Sweeney in <em>Christy</em> while preparing for the role.</p><p><em>Iron Jane</em>, which will be directed by Lissette Feliciano (<em>Women Is Losers</em>), follows Janie John, a woman who after a childhood of neglect discovers the world of body building. Hungry for the praise and acknowledgement that comes with success, the movie follows Janie’s journey as she pushes past her limits both physically and mentally to make a name for herself. Needless to say, in order to play <em>Iron Jane</em>, Gonzalez had to put on incredible muscle tone. Based on her Instagram post, it’s safe to say she succeeded:</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DX-CSNHEtcW/" target="_blank">A post shared by Eiza Gonzalez (@eizagonzalez)</a></p><p>A photo posted by </p></blockquote></div><p>Holy back and biceps! By the looks of it, Gonzalez has been living in the gym, and it’s reminding me of that time Sydney Sweeney <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-had-major-gains-to-play-90s-fighter-christy-martin-sounds-like-she-loved-it"><u>completely changed her physique</u></a> to play legendary boxer Christy Martin in the <em>Christy</em> biopic. The <em>Euphoria</em> actress took <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-talks-working-on-christy-martin-biopic-having-boxer-on-set"><u>her dedication for that role</u></a> to another level, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-went-full-rocky-christy-martin-prep-gym"><u>building a Rocky-style gym</u></a> in her grandmother’s garage. When she dropped those <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/sydney-sweeney-dropped-first-look-female-boxer-biopic-arms"><u>first few BTS pics</u></a>, the <em>Anyone But You</em> actress was almost unrecognizable. Gonzalez seemingly took a page out of Sweeney’s book, which makes me even more excited to see the final cut (pun intended) of <em>Iron Jane</em>.</p><p>While <em>Iron Jane</em> is not based on a true story, I do think it is important to emphasize that the body building in the film is very real, and is not for the faint of heart. Body building is a competition, a sport just as much as boxing, but the scrutiny is completely on your body during the event rather than an athletic performance. Gonzalez had her work cut out for her, and she told <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reels/DYU8VEtGueS/"><u>Entertainment Tonight</u></a> the appreciation she gained for women in body building while training for this role:</p><div><blockquote><p>It’s been a real journey. I’m just like, fascinated by the world. I have so much respect for the bodybuilding industry now that I’m in it, especially for women. I think it’s a consistent moving pull of what the goal is for them.</p></blockquote></div><p>Thankfully, the <em>Fountain of Youth</em> actress had a lot of support during her transformation from <em>Iron Jane</em> co-star Brandon Sklenar, who plays Gonzalez’s trainer and a former body building champion in the movie.</p><div><blockquote><p>I’m thrilled to be working with Brandon. I was texting with him today, I was like, ‘How do you do this?’ Cause you know he’s always ripped Brandon. He just finished a ton of movies where he’s like looking so fit, and I’m like, helpppppp. Helppppp.</p></blockquote></div><p>The <em>3 Body Problem</em> actress revealed the hardest part of training wasn’t even the weight lifting, but nutrition, and that her and Sklenar griped about it together:</p><div><blockquote><p>That’s what we were talking about. I said, ‘The eating is so complicated.’ He said, ‘I know the eating is so hard and travel becomes really hard.'</p></blockquote></div><p>I don’t doubt it. You have to have some serious self-control and a strict regimen 24/7 in order to attain that kind of physical transformation in under 6 months, even while doing press tours and traveling on vacations. </p><p>Sweeney shared <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/interviews/incredible-amount-of-weight-sydney-sweeney-dropped-between-filming-christy-the-housemaid"><u>similar sentiments during her transition from playing Christy to Millie</u></a> in <em>The Housemaid</em>, where she had to drop 30 pounds as quickly as she had gained it. Coincidentally, Sweeney worked with Sklenar on that film, and I wonder if they bonded over weight training in the same way as him and Gonzalez. </p><p>I’m seriously always so in awe of actors' physical transformations for roles, and how quickly they always accomplish it, whether it’s gaining weight or packing on muscle. Gonzalez is already an incredible actress, and now that she’s completely committed herself to the character, I just know <em>Iron Jane</em> is gonna be a smash hit.</p>
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