Sydney Sweeney’s anticipated cameo in the sequel to ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ has been removed from the final cut of the film following a series of controversies surrounding the actress.

Scene Details and Removal

Sweeney, 28, was slated to appear in a three-minute scene where her character would be styled by Emily Blunt’s Emily Charlton. The scene involved a reunion between Andy Sachs (Anne Hathaway), Miranda Priestly (Meryl Streep), and Nigel Kipling (Stanley Tucci) as they worked to save the fashion magazine from a scandal, enlisting Emily’s help – and inadvertently stumbling upon her styling session with Sweeney.

Despite the team appreciating Sweeney’s participation, the scene was deemed structurally unnecessary and ultimately cut. The actress was also absent from the film's premiere in New York City.

Controversies Surrounding Sweeney

The decision to remove Sweeney’s scene comes after she became a focal point of political debate. Her family’s conservative political views surfaced in 2022, with photos from her mother’s 60th birthday party showing guests wearing ‘MAGA’ hats and ‘Blue Lives Matter’ T-shirts.

Sweeney addressed the photos, stating the event was an innocent celebration misinterpreted as a political statement. She also faced criticism for an American Eagle denim campaign, with some accusing the ad’s tagline – ‘Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans’ – of promoting eugenicist ideas.

Support and Backlash

Despite the backlash from some, Sweeney has received support from conservative figures, including former President Donald Trump, who praised her ad. Her role in the HBO series ‘Euphoria,’ particularly scenes involving ‘infancy roleplay’ as her character Cassie Howard, also drew scrutiny.

Sweeney's Career and Campaign Success

Sweeney’s career has been on a rapid ascent, with notable roles in ‘The White Lotus,’ ‘The Handmaid's Tale,’ ‘Anyone But You,’ and ‘The Housemaid.’ However, the controversies have created a challenging environment for the actress.

Despite the negative attention, the American Eagle campaign featuring Sweeney proved financially successful, generating $1.28 billion in revenue since June and boosting the company’s stock price by 25 percent after the bell.

Film Synopsis

The film itself centers on Miranda Priestly (Meryl Streep) nearing retirement and reuniting with Andy Sachs (Anne Hathaway) to confront her former assistant turned rival, Emily Charlton. The removal of Sweeney’s cameo highlights the increasing pressure on Hollywood figures to navigate complex political landscapes and the potential consequences of public perception.