Euphoria's high school politics seem to have graduated into the real world with an apparent beef between its darlings, Zendaya and Sydney Sweeney. Sweeney, who has made more controversial headlines than movies recently, has found herself in yet another scandal. The once-reputed friendship among the actresses has given way to a rift underground, offering a faint indication of something more than a professional clash: a social consciousness. So, what is going on, exactly, behind the cameras? 

Rising together to the top of the glamour world, the duo's bond is now rumored to be strained and split apart due to political views and public interpretation. But is there any truth to the speculations?

Zendaya has reportedly been distancing herself from Sydney Sweeney following her host of MAGA controversies and the allegedly white-supremacist American Eagle ad campaign. According to insiders at The Daily Mail, the duo's rift could be characterized as a “bitter feud.” Rumor has it that the friction is so severe that the Dune actress is avoiding sharing the red carpet and press stage with Sweeney during the promotion of Euphoria season 3. The root cause of the rumored divide remains their clashing political opinions. 

Sweeney's American Eagle campaign and supposed Republican registration have led to a backlash against her, while Zendaya is recognized for her activist work supporting progressive causes. The outlet suggested that Zendaya merely standing beside her could be interpreted as "her excusing Sydney’s views on Trump and her refusal to apologise for the racist ad." At the same time, several Hollywood insiders think that HBO might create different schedules to prevent them from being captured in the same shot. Zendaya's camp has remained silent on the matter, unlike the actress herself, who has been a vocal activist and humanitarian throughout her career. 

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As loud as Sweeney's silence is on the racist ad accusations is Zendaya's political activism.

Zendaya has been a strong advocate against Donald Trump and a pillar of activism who has never hesitated to talk about the issues of racism, youth voting, and lack of representation. Besides, her cooperation with and her presence together with Michelle Obama during the 2020 elections proved her dedication to the causes of the left. 

Behind the cameras, Zendaya addresses racial justice, gender rights, and youth empowerment, as her profile on CreateImpact vouched for her active participation in anti-bullying campaigns, educational outreach, and protests in support of Black Lives Matter. Her public support makes her choice to retreat from joint appearances with Sydney Sweeney all the more logical.

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