Sydney Sweeney refuses responsibility for controversial ad and claims backlash 'uncontrollable'

At a glance

• Sydney Sweeney defended her controversial American Eagle ‘good genes’ ad, calling the backlash ‘uncontrollable’
• Critics accused the campaign of echoing racist eugenics rhetoric, but Sweeney refused to apologise or condemn it
• The Euphoria star’s response has fueled further criticism, with fans accusing her of dodging accountability

Sydney Sweeney has dismissed criticism of her controversial American Eagle ‘good genes’ advert, insisting the backlash was “uncontrollable”/

The 27 year-old actress who rose to fame through her role as Cassie Howard in Euphoria appeared to be celebrating a career high when she landed the ad. The actress’ performance as Cassie had been so critically acclaimed that it landed her an Emmy and secured her place as a household name.