Sharon Stone has stepped up to support Sydney Sweeney in light of the backlash surrounding her recent American Eagle jeans campaign. The actress faced criticism this summer when her advertisements, entitled “Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans,” were accused of promoting a narrow image of beauty tied to her white heritage and physique. In a recent appearance at Variety’s Power of Women event, Stone encouraged Sweeney to embrace and showcase her beauty, stating, “It’s OK to use what mama gave you. It’s really fine.”
Reflecting on a conversation she had with the 28-year-old actress during the controversy, Stone shared an anecdote involving the late primatologist Jane Goodall. She recounted how Goodall, featured on the cover of Life Magazine, was photographed in her safari shorts sitting with a gorilla, implying that authenticity in one’s appearance can resonate powerfully.
A now notable figure in the acclaimed teen drama “Euphoria,” alongside Sweeney, Zendaya, and Jacob Elordi, Stone expressed her excitement at joining a vibrant cast of young talent. The positive sentiment of her support for Sweeney comes at a time when the entertainment industry increasingly embraces diverse representations of beauty.
This narrative also aligns with a broader cultural trend as women reclaim their narratives in Hollywood, resonating with similar sentiments expressed by other actresses like Jennifer Love Hewitt, who has advocated against ageism and the unrealistic beauty standards often projected in the media. The collective voices of these actresses promote a hopeful message about self-acceptance and the importance of being true to oneself amidst societal pressures. Ultimately, they inspire future generations to embrace authenticity and celebrate their individuality confidently.
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