Actress Sydney Sweeney is once again opening up about her experience with filming nude scenes, sharing how her work on HBO’s Euphoria has helped shape her confidence and approach to emotionally vulnerable roles.
In a new interview for a special summer issue of an undisclosed outlet, the 27-year-old star revealed that despite experiencing stage fright in other settings, filming intimate scenes does not leave her feeling anxious.
In an interview with W Magazine, “I don’t get nervous,” Sweeney said, attributing her self-assurance to her breakout role as Cassie Howard in Euphoria. She credited the series for giving her a new level of “confidence and self-awareness.”
“I think that the female body is a very powerful thing,” she explained. “And I’m telling my character’s story, so I owe it to them to tell it well and to do what needs to be done.”
This isn’t the first time the White Lotus actress has spoken candidly about onscreen nudity and how it contributes to character development. In a March 2022 interview with Teen Vogue, she remarked, “We all get naked in real life. We show this character’s life and what they’re going through. Cassie’s body is a different form of communication for her.”
However, Sweeney has also made it clear that she draws a line when necessary. Speaking with The Independent in January 2022, ahead of Euphoria’s second season premiere, she revealed that she had voiced concerns over certain scenes that included nudity she felt was unnecessary.
“There were moments where I said, ‘That doesn’t need to happen,’” Sweeney said at the time, noting that the show’s producers were receptive to her feedback. The actress emphasized that her comfort and consent are central to every performance she delivers.
Known for balancing vulnerability with strength in her roles, Sweeney’s perspective on portraying intimacy has been widely praised for its nuance and honesty. Her work continues to spark conversations about the evolving standards and expectations of female actors in Hollywood.
Up next, Sweeney will appear in Echo Valley, a new film set to hit theaters on June 13. The project marks another chapter in her rising career, which has included high-profile roles across both television and film.
As she takes on increasingly complex characters, Sweeney continues to advocate for artistic integrity while embracing the emotional and physical demands of her craft — on her own terms.