Actress Sydney Sweeney recently shared a video on social media modeling pieces from her lingerie brand, SYRN. The post came as "Euphoria" creator Sam Levinson defended the controversial OnlyFans storyline of Sweeney's character, Cassie Howard, in the hit HBO series.
The video, shared on the brand's official Instagram page, featured Sweeney, 28, lying in bed and wearing a low-cut crop top and matching panties. The caption read, "Date Night with Syd." Sweeney appeared to be wearing minimal makeup and had her blonde hair styled in loose waves. The actress is currently filming a new movie in Australia, where she has been seen with her boyfriend, Scooter Braun.
Levinson addressed the backlash surrounding Cassie Howard's explicit OnlyFans plot in a recent appearance on "Real Time with Bill Maher." He explained that he wanted to explore the occupation because OnlyFans has become a significant enterprise, comparable in revenue to Hollywood. Levinson stated his intention was to examine the long-term consequences of such career choices for young people, particularly in the context of social media where individuals are encouraged to view themselves as brands.
"I just thought chasing that desire, that kind of fast cash, was an interesting thing to kind of explore," Levinson said. He acknowledged the criticism the show received for Sweeney's character's storyline, questioning whether similar criticism would arise if the show were to affirm such a lifestyle. Levinson suggested that the show takes a critical look, indicating that the pursuit of external validation can be detrimental.
Sweeney herself has previously expressed support for her character's arc, emphasizing that she is portraying a role. She told Vanity Fair that Cassie Howard's actions stem from a need for external validation and a lack of self-love, understanding Levinson's creative choices. Sweeney noted that her character was drawn to the idea of being recognized and feeling less confined.