Zendaya ‘arrived an hour late to Euphoria premiere to keep her distance’ amid feud with ‘MAGA Barbie’ co-star Sydney Sweeney over their polarising political views

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Reports suggest Zendaya intentionally arrived an hour late to the Euphoria premiere as a way to avoid interacting with Sydney Sweeney, given their ongoing disagreement.

Zendaya, 29, arrived at the 7pm screening an hour late, reportedly to steer clear of any awkwardness with her fellow cast members, who were all already present.

Reports of tension on the set of the new season have been circulating, with sources suggesting that Zendaya and Sweeney are keeping their distance from each other both during and outside of filming.

Last week’s screening to celebrate the third season of the popular HBO show felt tense, as Zendaya didn’t take any photos with her co-stars.

On the latest episode of The Rest Is Entertainment, Richard Osman and Marina Hyde talked about the huge effort it took to get the cast together, specifically mentioning Zendaya and her co-star Sydney Sweeney, whom they playfully referred to as ‘MAGA Barbie’.

Everyone was curious about why the show’s popular stars – Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, and Jacob Elordi – decided to come back for the new season, sparking a lot of discussion about their motivations.

Hyde believes the people involved likely feel a strong connection to the show, viewing it as a landmark achievement and feeling obligated to continue. He suggests that either HBO or the show’s creator, Sam Levinson, were very convincing in persuading them to stay, and that there are other appealing opportunities available with HBO as well.

While Osman, mused: ‘Maybe they get on with each other and have happy memories?’

However, Hyde was quick to bring up the issue of tension between Zendaya and Sweeney. 

She speculated that some celebrities might and some might not attend. As for the red carpet at this event, she pointed out that Zendaya and Sydney Sweeney likely wouldn’t appear in the same photo.

Just reading about the red carpet was hilarious! Knowing how things really work behind the scenes makes you realize…

I’m amazed by the incredible planning and coordination this must have taken from all the teams involved.

The show was scheduled to begin at seven o’clock, meaning everyone was expected to be seated and the screening to start at that time.

Zendaya didn’t arrive until eight, and that was a really confident statement – everyone else had already been seated for a while.

There are a couple of photos of some of the cast, but rumors suggest a major disagreement between Zendaya and Sydney. It’s unclear if that’s actually true, but they haven’t been photographed together at all.

Looking back, it’s clear those two characters had a connection. There was a lot of focus on their relationship – the possibilities, the timing, and how it would all unfold.

It felt like a Paris fashion show, where Rihanna eventually arrived about two hours late, and only then could the show begin.

At the Los Angeles premiere, people noticed some awkwardness between Zendaya and her co-star, Sydney Sweeney, while they were on the red carpet.

That evening, Zendaya was caught on camera warmly greeting her close friend and co-star, Hunter Schafer. The two are known for having a genuine connection both on and off screen.

She shared a hug with the director, Levinson, and was quickly escorted inside by her team, avoiding questions from the press.

Many people believe Zendaya is shifting her focus away from Euphoria, given her busy schedule promoting both The Drama and Dune: Part Three.

Taylor Swift’s boyfriend, Scooter Braun, joined her at the screening, but he’s been at the center of controversy since he bought Big Machine Label Group in 2019 – a deal that gave him ownership of Taylor Swift’s early music recordings.

She seemed to get along well with her co-stars, Alexa Demie, Hunter Schafer, and Maude Apatow, as they all posed for photos together on the red carpet.

But a report from Mail+ suggests things weren’t always smooth behind the scenes. Sources say that due to salary disparities and a long list of requests, Sydney Sweeney gained a reputation for being challenging to work with among the cast and crew of Euphoria.

You can read all about the toxic on set atmosphere here.

Rumors of a long-running conflict between the two women have surfaced, reportedly stemming from Sydney’s alleged interest in Tom Holland – who is believed to have married Zendaya earlier this year – and disagreements over her political views.

Social media users reacted strongly to a video appearing to show Zendaya warmly greeting Hunter Schafer but seemingly ignoring Sydney Sweeney. The video quickly spread online, sparking a lot of discussion.

Reports surfaced that Sydney had engaged with social media posts praising Tom’s appearance. Sources also indicated a long-standing attraction, claiming Sydney had openly flirted with Tom when they worked together on set.

After the movie premiered, several video clips appeared online showing the two stars clearly avoiding contact with each other, suggesting their issues had been ongoing for a while.

Someone reported seeing Zendaya arrive and quickly leave in her car. Another fan responded that this confirmed she wasn’t kidding about avoiding interviews with Sydney Sweeney.

A fan commented on the video, pointing out that Zendaya greeted and hugged Hunter. They also noticed that Sydney was watching Hunter, but quickly looked away when Zendaya turned her attention toward her.

Many people noticed the apparent tension between Zendaya and Sydney Sweeney after a clip circulated online suggesting Zendaya was ignoring Sydney, leading to speculation about a possible feud.

The conflict reportedly started when Zendaya began dating Tom Holland, and Sydney Sweeney was spotted liking social media posts praising him. There were also rumors that Sydney was acting flirtatiously with Tom when he visited the set of Euphoria.

Sources have revealed that there was noticeable friction between the actors. It’s been known for a while that Sydney developed feelings for Tom and openly flirted with him while on set, creating tension.

The popular red carpet sighting reminded people of some of Sydney’s past online behavior. Many pointed out that it seemed connected to a previous controversial advertisement and her history of publicly expressing attraction to Tom Holland.

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Was Sydney’s interest in Tom simply a personal crush, or did she prioritize maintaining a professional demeanor? She began watching suggestive videos of him around the time Zendaya started dating him.

Beyond the romantic attention, Sydney also sparked controversy with her strong political opinions. She’s known for being very vocal about her beliefs, which led to her being called ‘MAGA Barbie’ and creating some disagreements.

In January, Sydney responded to criticism of being labeled a ‘MAGA Barbie,’ following the political controversy sparked by her American Eagle advertising campaign months earlier.

Last summer, she appeared in a popular online ad for the brand’s jeans. The ad caused a huge backlash on social media, with many people criticizing it as similar to ‘Nazi propaganda’ because it used the phrase ‘good genes’ and featured a blonde, blue-eyed model.

After the controversy began, it was revealed that Sweeney was a registered Republican. This news sparked outrage from fans on the left, while President Donald Trump playfully said he now liked her advertisement.

By December, she faced widespread mockery after a television appearance where her new look strongly resembled a classic Fox News anchor from the past.

She later clarified that her visits were always about creating art, not discussing politics, and she didn’t want to be involved in that kind of conversation.

Honestly, it’s wild to me. I feel like people are trying to use me, like I’m just a piece in their game. Some people are saying I’m this breath of fresh air, a relief from all the stuffiness, while others are painting me as some kind of… terrible right-wing figure? It’s just so bizarre to be seen in such completely opposite ways, and it feels like everyone wants to claim me for their own side, no matter what.

You know, when people start labeling me with political tags, it feels like they’re defining me instead of letting me define myself. It’s frustrating because I have no say in how others perceive me – I can only control my own actions, not their interpretations.

She explained her reluctance to correct what she believes are false portrayals by saying she hasn’t decided how to address them. She fears that if she denies something, people will accuse her of simply trying to improve her image, and she feels like she can’t win no matter what she does.

She explained that she needs to stay true to herself, because she’s confident in who she is. She understands she can’t please everyone, but she’s firm in her beliefs and values.

She always says she believes in leading with love, and that love comes in many forms. Her philosophy is simple: be kind to everyone you encounter.

She recalled an experience on the set of Once Upon a Time…in Hollywood, where she observed Brad Pitt spending time chatting with the transportation crew. She was really impressed by this, and it reinforced her belief that everyone deserves respect.

Let me be clear: I’m not planning on sharing my political views, and I’ve made up my mind about keeping them private. I’m perfectly content with that decision and won’t be changing it anytime soon.

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2026-04-15 11:50