Overview
- Sweeney told People she does not support the views some have associated with the American Eagle campaign and said she is against hate and division.
- She said she made the ad because she likes the brand and wears jeans frequently, pushing back on motives attributed to her.
- The ad’s line, “Sydney Sweeney has great jeans,” was heard by some as “great genes,” fueling debate over racial implications linked to her appearance.
- American Eagle defended the spot as focused on the jeans and the wearer’s personal story rather than any political message.
- Praise from far-right groups, including a public boost from President Donald Trump, intensified attention on the ad and contributed to the political reframing.