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Zendaya and Sweeney's Rift Ahead of Euphoria Season 3

11/14/2025

Summary

Story summary

Zendaya (actress, star of Euphoria) and Sydney Sweeney (actress, star of Euphoria) face tension ahead of Euphoria's third season, set to premiere in spring 2026.
The rift stems from backlash against Sydney Sweeney's American Eagle campaign, accused of promoting white supremacy.
Sources claim Zendaya is avoiding Sweeney to prevent association with her rumored political views.
Sweeney has not confirmed a political stance and says the ad was about jeans.

History

Historical Context

The controversy surrounding American Eagle's 2022 campaign featuring Sydney Sweeney reflects a broader societal debate on race and representation, echoing historical tensions over Native American mascots. Since the 1960s, public opposition to such mascots has grown, culminating in significant changes like the Washington Redskins' name change in 2020, highlighting the ongoing struggle for inclusivity and respect in media and sports.

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Story summary

Zendaya (actress, star of Euphoria) and Sydney Sweeney (actress, star of Euphoria) face tension ahead of Euphoria's third season, set to premiere in spring 2026.
The rift stems from backlash against Sydney Sweeney's American Eagle campaign, accused of promoting white supremacy.
Sources claim Zendaya is avoiding Sweeney to prevent association with her rumored political views.
Sweeney has not confirmed a political stance and says the ad was about jeans.

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