‘Sick’: White Lotus Star Aimee Lou Wood Criticizes Sydney Sweeney
British actress Aimee Lou Wood openly criticized her fellow The White Lotus star Sydney Sweeney in a public social media post, surprising many fans.
Context of the Controversy
The dispute arose after celebrity photographer Misan Harriman shared a clip from Sydney Sweeney's recent GQ interview. In the clip, Sweeney dismissed the backlash over her American Eagle ad featuring the slogan: “Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans.”
“Presuming that you are not a white supremacist, at least say how horrified you were by how this campaign was amplified and celebrated by unrepentant racists who believe in eugenics,” Misan Harriman wrote. “At least recognise the harm your jeans campaign has caused black folk. The undertone of the campaign is that your genetics are superior to others - the play on words is clear as day and racists LOVED it!”
“So, presuming you didn’t know when you shot it, you certainly do now, and it matters. This ain’t it!”
Aimee Lou Wood’s Reaction
After seeing the clip and reading the caption, Wood responded succinctly with a vomiting emoji on social media. Her reaction quickly went viral, gaining widespread support across platforms like Reddit and Twitter.
- Fans flooded her comment with heart emojis.
- Many praised her, with one saying, “You’re a real one, Aimee Lou Wood!”
Public Backlash Against Sydney Sweeney
The American Eagle ad generated significant criticism for its perceived racial undertones, which many found offensive and harmful.
The incident highlights ongoing discussions about racial sensitivity and responsibility in celebrity endorsements.
Author’s summary: Aimee Lou Wood openly condemned Sydney Sweeney’s controversial ad campaign, sparking a broader conversation on racial impact and accountability in public advertising.