Sydney Sweeney Defends Her Role in The Rolling Stones' 'Angry' Music Video
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Actress Sydney Sweeney has responded to claims of being "objectified" in The Rolling Stones' music video for their single 'Angry'. The criticism arose after musician Damon Albarn expressed his concerns about the portrayal of Sweeney in the video, questioning the intentions behind it.
Albarn, best known as the frontman of British band Blur and Gorillaz, voiced his thoughts during an interview with French magazine Les Inrockuptibles. He criticized the Stones for their involvement with Hackney, stating that they had never contributed to the community. Albarn also raised concerns about Sweeney being objectified in the video, describing the visuals as "completely disconnected."
In response to the accusations, Sydney Sweeney, widely recognized for her role in the popular TV series Euphoria, addressed the controversy and shared her perspective. Speaking to Glamour, she expressed that she "felt hot" during the shoot and emphasized that she had control over her appearance. Sweeney revealed that she personally chose her outfit from numerous options and felt confident and empowered in it.
The actress further elaborated on her views, stating that she considers embracing her sexuality as a source of empowerment. When asked about whether she identifies as a feminist, Sweeney explained that she finds strength in appreciating and celebrating her body. She emphasized that there is nothing wrong with feeling confident and sexy.
Overall, Sweeney described her experience of being part of The Rolling Stones' music video as both "cool and iconic." She expressed her enthusiasm for the opportunity to freestyle her moves and specifically mentioned the excitement of rolling around on the top of a convertible while driving down Sunset Boulevard with police escorts.
Recently, The Rolling Stones released the music video for their song 'Mess It Up', featuring British actor Nicholas Hoult. The video showcases Hoult's talent and marks another collaboration between the Stones and a renowned artist from the entertainment industry.
With Sydney Sweeney's response, the debate surrounding her portrayal in The Rolling Stones' 'Angry' video continues. While opinions may vary, it remains evident that artists have differing viewpoints on the subject of objectification and empowerment in the realm of creative expression.