Women’s empowerment within the Hollywood landscape is not as flawless as it appears, as observed by Sydney Sweeney, the talented star of Euphoria.

The actress candidly described the “fake” female empowerment phenomenon she has encountered throughout her career in the film industry. In her experience, she has witnessed that many women do not truly embody the principles they advocate for when the spotlight fades. This disconnection between public persona and private behavior raises questions about the authenticity of the empowerment narrative.

“It’s incredibly disheartening to see women undermine each other,” Sydney shared in an insightful interview with Vanity Fair, featured in its Hollywood Issue released on November 13. “Especially when successful women in the industry observe younger talent pursuing their dreams with diligence—only to face criticism and attempts to diminish their hard work and accomplishments.”

“In this entire industry, the common refrain is ‘Women empowering other women,’” she elaborated. “Yet, in reality, none of this is genuinely happening. It all appears to be a facade, masking the negativity that often circulates behind the scenes.”

At just 27 years old, Sydney Sweeney further examined the underlying reasons for this troubling behavior within Hollywood.

“There are numerous studies and varied perspectives on why this occurs,” Sydney explained thoughtfully. “I’ve come across research indicating that we have been conditioned throughout our lives, and it’s a generational issue, to believe that only one woman can rise to the top in any given field.”