Sydney Sweeney shuts down plastic surgery rumours: “I’m going to age gracefully”

American actress Sydney Sweeney has once again made headlines — this time not for her film projects, but for her firm stance against Hollywood’s beauty standards. In a recent interview with Variety, the Euphoria star and lead of the upcoming sports biopic Christy flatly denied ever having undergone any cosmetic procedures. “I’ve never had anything done. I’m terrified of needles. No tattoos. Nothing. I’m going to age gracefully,” Sweeney stated.

Sweeney explained that to portray professional boxer Christy Martin, she had to gain 30 pounds — a transformation that sparked online speculation about possible cosmetic work. However, the actress responded with humour, reminding critics that time and makeup naturally change one’s appearance.

During the interview, Sweeney reflected on how the public tends to label her as a “sex symbol.” She explained that her choice of roles aims to challenge that perception and highlight other sides of her artistic identity. “I feel good, I’m doing it for myself, and I feel strong. I hope I can inspire other women to be confident and show what they’ve got without having to apologise or hide.”

A controversial campaign

Sweeney’s confidence and authenticity also shone through in her recent and controversial “Great Jeans” campaign for American Eagle. The slogan “Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans” was interpreted by some as a genetic innuendo, but the brand defended its creative direction. “It was always about the jeans — her jeans, her story,” the company said, emphasising the celebration of individual confidence.

At 28, Sydney Sweeney seems determined to follow her own path. Rejecting the aesthetic pressures of the entertainment industry, she promotes a more real, imperfect and empowered image — a statement of intent in a Hollywood where ageing “gracefully” has become, more than ever, an act of quiet rebellion.