Sydney Sweeney slams claims she was ‘objectified’ in Rolling Stones’ music video
Sydney Sweeney Rebuts Claims of Objectification in Rolling Stones Music Video
Sydney Sweeney, renowned for her role in Euphoria, has fervently rejected accusations of being ‘objectified’ in the latest music video released by The Rolling Stones.
While primarily recognized for her contributions to film and television, including The White Lotus and an upcoming Marvel debut in Madame Web, Sweeney also took center stage in The Rolling Stones’ recent music video for the track ‘Angry.’
In the controversial video, released earlier this year, the 26-year-old actress is seen perched on the back of a red convertible Mercedes in a revealing outfit, as she is driven past billboards depicting the band’s evolution over the years.
Critics argue that the video objectifies Sweeney, with Blur and Gorillaz frontman Damon Albarn expressing his dismay, stating, “There’s something completely disconnected.”
However, the Euphoria star vehemently disagrees with such interpretations. In an interview with Glamour magazine, Sweeney expressed how empowered and confident she felt during the video shoot, stating, “I felt hot. I picked my own outfit out of racks and racks of clothes. I felt so good in it.”
Addressing questions about feminism, Sweeney emphasized her perspective on body empowerment. “I find empowerment through embracing the body that I have. That’s sexy and strong, and I don’t think there’s anything wrong with it,” she asserted.
Moreover, in the interview, Sweeney shared a personal revelation about contemplating breast reduction surgery at a younger age. Despite initial considerations, her mother dissuaded her from undergoing the procedure, advising her against it.
Reflecting on that decision, Sweeney expressed gratitude for her mother’s guidance, stating, “They’re my best friends. Everybody’s body is beautiful. When you are confident and you’re happy within is when it really shows to other people. I want to show girls that it’s amazing and beautiful and empowering to have the bodies that we have.”
In light of Sweeney’s own perspective, the discourse around the music video takes on a nuanced dimension, challenging notions of objectification and celebrating individual empowerment. The video has garnered significant attention, amassing 24 million views on YouTube to date.
