DIGITAL PHABLET – Sydney Sweeney has been candid about her experiences with nudity in her roles, including in “Euphoria” and other projects.
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Sweeney, who portrays Cassie in “Euphoria,” has opened up about the downsides of filming nude scenes after the show’s 2019 debut.
In February 2022, she shared with Cosmopolitan, “I don’t think many people took me seriously in Euphoria because I took my top off.” She reflected on her first viewing of The Voyeurs, questioning whether she had overstepped. To boost her confidence, she looked up celebrities known for their nude roles.
She explained, “There are entire compilations of renowned male actors with nude scenes who win Oscars and receive praise for their work. But when women do it, they’re often criticized or demeaned. They only remove their shirts to get a role—not recognized as actresses. There’s a stark double standard, and I genuinely hope I can help change that.”
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Beyond “Euphoria,” Sweeney has taken on risky roles in films like The Voyeurs, The Housemaid, Anyone But You, and others. Her most straightforward comments about nudity on screen include:
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Sweeney Draws Parallels Between Reality and Nude Scenes
In a March 2022 Teen Vogue interview, she said, “We all get naked in real life.” She explained that her character Cassie uses her body to express herself, often mirroring her emotional and societal pressures.
Desire for Comfort on Set
Sweeney praised Euphoria creator Sam Levinson for his support behind the scenes. “Sam is amazing,” she told The Independent in January 2022. “There were times when Cassie was supposed to be shirtless, and I’d tell him, ‘I don’t think that’s necessary here,’ and he would agree. When I didn’t want to do a nude scene, he didn’t press me.”
Sweeney Responds to Criticism Over Her OnlyFans Role
She reacted to criticism about her portrayal of an OnlyFans creator in Season 3, stating, “There are long compilations of famous male actors with nude scenes who win Oscars and are praised for it. But when women do it, it’s seen as degrading.”
Maintaining Professional Boundaries During Nude Scenes
In 2022, Sweeney told Cosmopolitan that she views her nude scenes as her character undressing, not herself. “I feel disconnected from those scenes,” she said. “It’s more like I’m looking at photos of Cassie than at myself when I’m tagged in them.” She added, “Filming these scenes is very technical and not romantic at all — with pads, nipple covers, and strange sticker thongs.”
Open Quotes on Body Positivity and Self-Confidence
Sweeney shared in 2023 that her family’s reactions to her risqué roles varied. She told CBS Sunday, “My mom visited me on set during filming; she knew the story and I talked to her about it a lot — my dad, not so much.” She explained how her father decided to watch the series without telling her, and he and her grandfather turned it off early. However, her grandmother is a huge supporter and has often accompanied her to set locations around the world.
Power and Nudity: Sweeney’s Perspective
In a 2025 interview with W Magazine, she mentioned, “I don’t get nervous. Euphoria has given me a great deal of self-awareness and confidence. I believe the female body is incredibly powerful, and I feel it’s important to accurately portray my characters’ stories.”
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Summary
Sydney Sweeney has been outspoken about her experience with nudity in acting. She emphasizes the importance of autonomy and comfort during these scenes while highlighting the societal double standards related to gender and body image. Her honesty and advocacy for body positivity continue to spark discussion across media and fan communities.
