Top Producer Slams Sydney Sweeney: ‘Isn’t Pretty’ And ‘Can’t Act’

Not everyone is a fan of rising star Sydney Sweeney. She has opened up over the years how she has been typecast, and now, a top producer slams Sydney Sweeney. What is somewhat surprising is that the top producer also happens to be a woman and has criticisms of her looks, not just her acting.

Producer Carol Baum is best known for her work with Dolly Parton's TV and film production company, Sandollar Productions. Baum's work was prevalent in the '90s with films like Fly Away Home, Shining Through, and Buffy the Vampire Slayer. She is a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

Following the release of Sweeney's recent films, the 2023 rom-com Anyone But You, and her 2024 horror film Immaculate, Baum is coming for the 26-year-old actress. According to the Daily Mail, Baum said the two-time Emmy-nominated actress is "not pretty, she can't act." She added that she doesn't "get" Sydney Sweeney.

The film producer was apparently referring to Sweeney's acting in Anyone But You, starring opposite Glen Powell. “I wanted to know who she is and why everybody’s talking about her,” Baum reportedly said, calling the film “unwatchable.” Baum went on to slam the Euphoria alum’s appearance, unable to come up with a reason for why Sweeney's career has taken off.

In a class she teaches at The University of Southern California School of Cinematic Arts, Baum asked the students to explain the allure of Sweeney. She reiterated her thoughts of not being able to act, adding, "Why is she so hot?" Apparently, none of her students had an answer for her.

Despite Baum's scathing review of Sweeney's looks and acting skills, she admitted she would take on a project that Sweeney would star in. She stated, "We all want to get the movie made and who walks away from a green light? Nobody I know."

Sweeney has since commented on Baum's criticism. A representative for Sweeney called out Baum, telling gossip website TMZ, "How sad that woman in the position to share her expertise and experience chooses instead to attack another woman." The rep adds that if all Baum learned in the decades of being in the entertainment business is to tear down another woman and pass it to her students, "that's truly shameful."

Even the producer who worked on Sweeney's latest Immaculate took to X (formerly Twitter) to defend Sweeney. Teddy Schwarzman said that not only is she talented, but she is "incredibly smart, kind and humble." He calls Baum's comments "terribly ugly."

Following Sweeney's success in the hit HBO show Euphoria, which has yet to be greenlit for a third season, she snagged two Emmy nominations for her role in HBO's The White Lotus. She then had a starring role in the HBO series Reality and took on the Marvel flop Madame Web. Sweeney, who plays Julia Carpenter in the film, quipped during her recent Saturday Night Live monologue: “You have seen me in Anyone But You or Euphoria. You definitely did not see me in Madame Web.”

Sweeney has a few upcoming projects. The first sees her starring in another horror film, Echo Valley. In the AppleTV+ film, she will star opposite Julianne Moore. Moore will portray Kate Garrett, a woman reeling from a personal tragedy and spends her days boarding and training horses at Echo Valley Farm, twenty-two secluded, picturesque acres in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Late one night, her wayward daughter, Claire (played by Sweeney), arrives at her doorstep, frightened, trembling, and covered in someone else’s blood.

Then, Sweeney will star in a survival thriller film by Ron Howard, called Eden with an all-star cast, including Jude Law, Ana De Armas, Daniel Brühl, and Vanessa Kirby. The film is based on a real-life story about a group of people who abandon society and travel to the Galapagos Islands to find the meaning of life and live off the land. But things quickly turn into disaster. It is expected to hit theaters in 2025, as filming recently wrapped up in February.

Sydney Sweeney is one of the hottest new actresses of the past few years, and she's only getting hotter. The 25-year-old actress, who celebrates her birthday on September 12, is best known for her role in the HBO drama series Euphoria since its first season began in 2019. Prior to that, the Washington-born actress starred in other television series such as the Netflix series Everything Sucks!, the HBO miniseries Sharp Objects alongside Amy Adams, and Hulu's dystopian drama series The Handmaid's Tale. In Euphoria, Sweeney plays the role of Cassie Howard, a teenager whose promiscuous reputation haunts her throughout the series. She has been nominated for a Primetime Emmy for the role.

Following the success of Euphoria, Sweeney was cast in the first season of the HBO dark comedy series The White Lotus as Olivia Mossbacher, an edgy college daughter of her rich parents. Sweeney was nominated for a Primetime Emmy for this role as well. Sweeney previously told Variety that she had to “fight” for roles in Hollywood following the mainstream success of Euphoria. She said it made it difficult for her to land roles going forward due to being typecast. "There’s always people who see me as Cassie or see me as Olivia," she said. "They send me scripts that are just like that. It’s the ones I have to fight for that usually are the ones that I want that are different. Like Reality."

In 2023, Sweeney starred as Reality Winner in the thriller drama Reality, and she received critical acclaim for her performance. The actress is set to star in the superhero film Madame Web, set in Sony's Spider-Man Universe franchise. Madame Web is set to be released in theaters in February 2024. She will also star with Glen Powell in the romantic comedy Anyone But You, produce and star in the psychological horror film Immaculate, and star alongside Julianne Moore in an AppleTV thriller called Echo Valley. Making her music video debut, Sweeney stars in the Rolling Stones' first single, "Angry," from their forthcoming 24th studio album, Hackney Diamonds.

Take a look below at Sydney Sweeney's sweet and sexy style that she has shared on Instagram.

Here, she was promoting her lingerie collection with the company Frankies Bikinis. Let's be real: Sweeney is the perfect model. Pairing the dark lingerie with ribbon and side-tie detailing, the actress accessorizes the look with thigh-high lace stockings and a pink rhinestone cross necklace.

In this sultry black-and-white portrait for Modern Luxury, Sweeney wears bedazzled mesh gloves while caressing her face. Her blonde hair is messy and blowing across her face, with her dark, smoky eyes peering through. It's a great look for her.

In this strapless mesh, ruffle-tiered black gown by Italian haute couture brand Schiaparelli, Sweeney's cutouts show off her midriff and her legs. She wears her signature wavy, blonde locks down and pairs the look with a '60s-inspired cat-eye.

With a messy, tousled updo with bangs, Sweeney evokes her inner Pamela Anderson. Her powder blue Miu Miu dress is adorned with white embroidered flowers, wearing pearl drop earrings and eyeshadow that match the dress' colors.

Wearing this brown gown with a major cut out in her chest, Sweeney is all smiles in the back of a car with her friend in Ibiza. The actress called her time in Ibiza as a "dream week" and shared photos and videos enjoying water activities and parting with friends.

As the brand ambassador for the Italian fashion house, Sydney looks both elegant and classy in these shades of white and taupe. With a picturesque view behind her, the actress poses on a window sill wearing a flip-flop knee-high boot hybrid, shorts and a matching halter top, oversized sunglasses, and a textured bag.

Posing with a closed-eye pout, Sweeney dazzles in this black ensemble, showing off her cleavage. With a sparkly collar and sparkling eye makeup, the actress oozes confidence in the image.

While attending Variety's 2023 Power of Young Hollywood event, honoree Sweeney was one of the publication's choices for the most promising emerging talent in show business. The starlet wore a black leather peplum corset paired with a matching black skirt with a slit. She paired the edgy and sweet look with a cat eye, sparkling nude lip, and tons of jewelry on her ears and fingers.

For her cover shoot for the Spanish magazine S Moda, Sweeney sits herself up on some grass in a picturesque landscape while wearing an oversized blazer and tights. With the blazer open, we see that she has nothing on underneath. Paired with her natural-looking hair down, the actress looks stunning as a natural beauty.

Basking in the light, the sparkling bra underneath Sweeney's Miu Miu dress reflects onto her face. The stunning beauty evokes classic elegance in the black-and-white images while showing off her figure.