Zendaya Reportedly Showed up Late To Avoid Sydney Sweeney at ‘Euphoria’ Premiere
The red carpet for the third season of Euphoria recently transformed into a high-stakes arena of social maneuvering as Zendaya reportedly orchestrated a significant delay to avoid an encounter with Sydney Sweeney.
While the rest of the ensemble had taken their places for the scheduled 7 p.m. screening, the lead actress did not arrive until an hour later, a move many observers interpreted as a calculated “power move.”
This deliberate timing ensured that she could fulfill her promotional duties without the necessity of interacting with Sweeney, whose relationship with the star has been the subject of intense scrutiny.
The atmosphere at the Los Angeles event was described as frosty, with the two breakout stars notably absent from any group photographs. Commentary from the industry suggests that the logistical planning required to keep the pair separated resembled a military operation, intended to minimize the risk of a public confrontation.
“I can’t actually believe what military precision this must have been planned with,” remarked critic Marina Hyde, highlighting the intricate scheduling handled by their respective teams. The lack of interaction served as a visual confirmation for fans who have long suspected a deep divide between the two.
Video footage from the evening further fueled these theories, capturing Zendaya warmly embracing co-star Hunter Schafer and director Sam Levinson while seemingly looking past Sweeney altogether.
Observers noted that when Zendaya turned toward the group, Sweeney appeared to nervously look away, heightening the sense of unease. “Zendaya showed up and immediately got back in her car,” one fan noted on social media, suggesting the actress was eager to complete her contractual obligations and depart as quickly as possible.
The root of this friction is allegedly tied to past social media activity and political differences that have polarized the cast. Reports have suggested that tensions began years ago when Sweeney reportedly expressed a vocal interest in Tom Holland, whom Zendaya is said to have recently married.
Insiders claimed that Sweeney’s flirtatious behavior toward Holland during his visits to the set created an “open secret” of hostility. “Euphoria bosses are all too aware the pair do not get on,” a source claimed, pointing to these long-standing personal grievances as the primary cause of the current rift.
Additionally, Sweeney has faced a separate wave of criticism from fans due to her public image, which has earned her the polarizing nickname “MAGA Barbie.” This stems from controversial advertising campaigns and rumors regarding her political affiliations, though the actress has attempted to distance herself from such labels.
“I’ve never been here to talk about politics. I’ve always been here to make art, so this is just not a conversation I want to be at the forefront of,” Sweeney recently stated, though her refusal to clarify her stance has only widened the gap between her and her more outspoken colleagues.
Despite the behind-the-scenes turmoil, both actresses are currently leading some of the most anticipated projects of the year. Zendaya is in the midst of a massive global tour for Dune: Part Three, while also promoting the release of her dramatic thriller The Drama.
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