Sydney Sweeney has opened up about the pain caused by the public scrutiny of her body on social media. Despite her talent as an actress, much of the discourse surrounding Sweeney tends to focus on her physical appearance.
Following her recent hosting gig on SNL, a video clip of Sweeney bidding goodnight and expressing gratitude to the audience gained widespread attention on social media, largely due to the revealing nature of her attire.
Reflecting on the impact of such discussions on her own self-perception, Sweeney confessed to feeling numb to the barrage of commentary. “I see it, and I just can’t allow myself to have a reaction,” she revealed to Variety. “I’m still trying to figure it out myself.”
Sweeney expressed frustration at being objectified and dehumanized by online critics who fail to recognize her as a real person. “People feel entitled to freely critique and sexualize me at their whim,” she lamented, emphasizing the disconnect between her public persona and her personal identity.
The actress highlighted a disturbing trend wherein her humanity is overshadowed by her status as a public figure, leaving her powerless against the invasive scrutiny. “It’s this bizarre dynamic where people perceive me as devoid of human connection because of my profession,” she shared. “They see the characters I portray as fair game for commentary, yet fail to acknowledge the person behind the roles.”
Sweeney faced additional scrutiny when SNL’s writers attempted humor at her expense in promotional teasers for the show. Fans expressed disappointment and concern over the potentially hurtful content, urging the writers to reconsider their approach.
As Sweeney navigates the complexities of fame and public perception, her candid revelations shed light on the pervasive issue of body shaming and objectification in the entertainment industry.
