Sydney Sweeney Defies Hollywood Critics With New Scooter Braun Snapshot

The "Euphoria" star, 29, shared a carousel of highlights from her season, featuring scenes from the Venice Film Festival alongside camping and water sports. Tucked into the gallery was a photograph of her kissing the 45-year-old Braun, a gesture that effectively dismisses rumors of a looming split. This public display follows reports that powerful Hollywood agent Ari Emanuel allegedly advised the actress to end the relationship to be taken more seriously as a businesswoman. Representatives for Emanuel have strongly denied that such a conversation ever took place.

Despite the friction, the couple appears increasingly committed. Braun recently honored the actress on her birthday with a public tribute, calling her the "exception to every rule" and praising their partnership. Since their relationship began in 2025, following Sweeney's separation from fiancé Jonathan Davino, the pair has faced significant scrutiny regarding their 16-year age gap and Braun’s polarizing history in the music industry. Nevertheless, sources close to the duo suggest they remain unfazed by the commentary, with Sweeney continuing to integrate Braun into her personal and professional life as she navigates her transition to Creative Artists Agency and expands her business ventures.