Sydney Sweeney, the actress known for her roles in Euphoria and Anyone But You, is channeling her inner strength and resilience in response to online trolls. In a bold move, she posted a video on Instagram that directly addresses the harsh criticisms about her appearance, especially in light of recent paparazzi photos.

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The video begins with several nasty comments flashing across the screen, such as “quite frumpy” and “she has a horrible body,” set to the track Natural High by Bloodstone. It quickly transitions into an intense training montage, featuring Sweeney lifting weights, boxing, and flipping tires to the beat of OK by Joey Valence and Brae.

Addressing the Critics

The video’s purpose was clear: Sweeney is showing the world that she can handle both the physical and emotional demands placed on her, especially when it comes to the harsh scrutiny she faces. The comments about her physique stemmed from paparazzi photos that were recently published, showing her in a bikini at her Florida home. While many defended her, calling out the misogynistic undertones of the online comments, others questioned the ethics behind the invasion of her privacy.

In her video, Sweeney uses the power of physical strength and training to respond to the negativity, sending a message that she is unbothered and focused on her goals. The video ends with the words “Christy Martin” in glittering pink letters, a clear reference to her upcoming role in a biopic about the legendary boxer, Christy Martin.

Training for the Role of Christy Martin

Sweeney has been working hard to prepare for her portrayal of Martin, a boxing icon with a career spanning 49 wins, 7 losses, and 3 draws. The actress has shared her progress on social media, even posting a picture in October with a crimped brunette wig, proudly flexing her biceps to highlight the physical transformation she’s undergone.

In a post from November, Sweeney expressed her excitement about the role, calling it a “testament to resilience, survival, and finding the strength to keep fighting.” She added, “I can’t wait for you all to see it — not only because I’m proud of the transformation and the work I’ve poured into it, but because Christy’s story deserves to be told.” She even teased viewers with the promise of “kicking some serious ass.”

Support from Co-Stars and Fans

Sweeney’s post quickly garnered support from her fellow actors, including Madame Web co-stars Celeste O’Connor and Isabela Merced. Merced, in a comment, expressed that “these people would never say it in person,” adding, “But if they ever did? best believe it’s hands.” O’Connor also shared her admiration, calling Sweeney “SO baller” in response to the video.

In an interview earlier this year, O’Connor shared insight into Sweeney’s dedication to her roles, revealing how the actress took charge of their fitness regime. “Sydney was our training outside of stunt rehearsal,” O’Connor said. “She would send us a schedule of all the Pilates classes that she had reserved for the week, and she was like, ‘All right, girls! This is what we’re doing!’ I have her to thank for this bod.”

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