Sydney Sweeney Hits Back at Body Shaming After Viral Bikini Photos

After Sydney Sweeney a picture was taken sunbathing in a bikinithe images prompted a flurry of critical comments about her appearance.

Sweeney, 27, didn’t take the digs lying down – and quickly shut them down by posting them to her. Instagram. In a social media video Friday, December 13, Sweeney made a montage of all the criticism.

“Too pale and she needs to lose some bonds around the model,” wrote one, while another sang, “Whoever this person is, she has a horrible body.”

Other social media users called Sweeney’s body “very compact” and speculated that the actress could be an “Ozempig candidate.” (Ozempic and similar semaglutides are prescribed to individuals struggling with weight-related conditions. The injections are not recommended for occasional weight loss.)

Sweeney reposted the video to her Instagram Story on Saturday, December 14, with the caption, “Christy Martin Strong 💪 💪 🥊 .”

Sweeney was recently cast as Martin, a former professional boxer an upcoming biopic.

“Well, the cats are out of the bag…so here’s a little BTS from my film I’m working on at the moment,” the Anyone But You star wrote through Instagram in October. “Over the last few months, I’ve been immersed in training to bring to life the story of an incredible woman – a true champion who fought battles inside and outside the ring.”

Sweeney added, “Her journey is a testament to resilience, strength, and hope, and I am honored to step into her shoes to share her powerful story with you all. More to come soon.”

Sweeney’s passionate clapback she was also supported by many of her peers in Hollywood. She even reposted a makeup artist Melissa Hernandezown comments about the video.

“PERIOD!” Hernandez wrote through his Instagram Story. “So proud @sydney_sweeney for embracing her transformation for this role – your dedication and strength is truly inspiring. It’s heartbreaking how cruel and miserable people can be, but don’t let their negativity overshadow your brilliance.”

Rachel Brosnahan, Isabela Merced a Lily Reinhart among the other celebrities to have Sweeney’s back.

“It’s always crazy to see people out in public like pieces if — with comments like that,” Reinhart, 28, replied on Friday. “You look amazing and your dedication to your project is very inspiring 💪🏻❤️.”

Merced, 23, added for her part, “The thing is these people would never say it in person. Too scared. But if they ever did? best believe it’s hands 😘.”

Sweeney’s mother, Lisaalso stated in a separate comment that she was “beyond proud” of the Euphoria alum.