Marina Hyde defends Sydney Sweeney against criticism over sports betting ad
Guardian columnist argues the Euphoria star deserves less outrage over her latest endorsement deal.
Sydney Sweeney has drawn criticism from female athletes over a sports betting advertisement featuring her in suggestive poses, with critics calling it demeaning to women's sport and sexualized representation. Some athletes have described the ad as "a kick in the face to every woman who has dedicated her life to perfecting her craft."
Guardian columnist Marina Hyde argues the backlash is disproportionate, noting Sweeney is in her twenties and that the ad, while "silly," does not warrant the level of outrage it has generated. Hyde references previous controversies including criticism of Sweeney's American Eagle jeans ad, which some had linked to white supremacy.
Sources
- Are you outraged by Sydney Sweeney – again? More fool you | Marina Hyde — The Guardian — Opinion
EGazette summarizes reporting from multiple sources; follow the links for the originals.
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