Are Sydney Sweeney and Hunter Schafer Friends? How’s the Relationship Between 'Euphoria' Co-stars?

Published 08/05/2025, 10:19 AM EDT

Sydney Sweeney and Hunter Schafer may share the screen in Euphoria, but off-camera, their relationship begs a million questions, especially after the former’s alleged conservative-leaning political background recently coming to light. The latter is an openly transgender actress and activist, which is making fans speculate whether ideological differences have created a distance between them. So, are the two true friends or just professionally cordial co-stars navigating complex dynamics behind the scenes?

Sydney Sweeney and Hunter Schafer have shared scenes, smiles, and occasional off-camera moments. But beneath the surface, is there a sturdy bond or just carefully kept distance?

Sydney Sweeney and Hunter Schafer: Friends, foes, or just co-stars?

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A deeper dive into Sydney Sweeney and Hunter Schafer’s relationship yields more questions than answers, as neither has publicly addressed their friendship or any possible rift, leaving ample room for that classic Hollywood intrigue. Curiosity on the matter intensified recently after Sweeney was reported to be a registered Republican voter, following a heated debate over her political stance after her appearance in a controversial American Eagle ad. Schafer notably belongs to a community that is often at odds with conservative politics, leading to subtle speculation about whether personal differences may have quietly shaped her camaraderie with Sweeney.

While neither Sydney Sweeney nor Hunter Schafer has openly addressed the nature of their relationship, a recent outing may offer a glimpse. As Euphoria season 3 begins filming, Sweeney was spotted enjoying a night out with co-stars Schafer, Maude Apatow, and Jacob Elordi in Santa Monica over the weekend. Though Schafer and Sweeney were not captured interacting one-on-one, a brief moment, per PEOPLE, caught them onstage singing karaoke together. The clip suggests an easy bond, though whether it runs deep or stays surface-level remains ambiguous. Donald Trump, meanwhile, has weighed in on Sydney Sweeney’s support for his party.

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When Sydney Sweeney’s Republican ties came to light, even the President of the United States took notice.

One actress, one party affiliation, and one presidential reaction no one saw coming

Donald Trump jumped into the Sydney Sweeney discourse with trademark flair. Upon learning on live television that the actress is a registered Republican, the President praised her aforementioned American Eagle ad, widely criticized for allegedly echoing white supremacy aesthetics, saying, “She is a registered Republican, oh now I love her ad.” Trump not only remarked on the matter but appeared thrilled by Sweeney’s political stance. The moment has since gone viral, with supporters cheering and critics raising eyebrows over his open endorsement of her.

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What makes Donald Trump’s praise even more notable is his long-running feud with Hollywood liberal circles, including late-night hosts like Jimmy Kimmel, Stephen Colbert, and Jimmy Fallon, and pop titan Taylor Swift, whom he attacked yet again recently. Trump has repeatedly called the group boring and talentless, as they have openly ridiculed him for years. Yet Sydney Sweeney, a rising talent from the same showbiz bubble, was swiftly elevated in his eyes after her Republican registration emerged, prompting speculation about her bond with Hunter Schafer.

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Do you think Sydney Sweeney’s Republican leanings will hurt her ties with Hunter Schafer? Let us know in the comments.

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Seema Sinha

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Seema Sinha is a journalist at Netflix Junkie, covering the celebrity culture and global cinema beats. With three years of experience at major Hollywood media verticals, she filters real news from the gossip and buzz. Her core focus is on pop culture narratives surrounding musicians—primarily Taylor Swift—with her reporting striking a fine balance between human insight and editorial clarity.

Edited By: Hriddhi Maitra

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