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- 0:18[SPEAKER_00]: Hollywood star Sydney Sweeney has found herself in hot water again, as her latest promotional stunt may lead to legal trouble, radar online dot com reports.
- 0:26[SPEAKER_00]: The 28-year-old actress, already facing criticism for various controversies, climbed the iconic Hollywood sign to promote her lingerie line without obtaining permission.
- 0:36[SPEAKER_00]: In a video, Sweeney is seen ascending the sign under the cover of darkness and hanging a line of lacy bras across its letters.
- 0:42[SPEAKER_00]: While she secured a permit from Phil Malay to shoot nearby, she did not have authorization to touch or climb the sign, owned by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, which holds the rights to its image.
- 0:52[SPEAKER_00]: The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce did not grant a license or permission of any kind to the production involving Sydney Sweeney, the organization stated.
- 1:00[SPEAKER_00]: As of now, the LAPD confirmed that no reports have been filed, and no crime has been officially committed.
- 1:07[SPEAKER_00]: This incident follows previous controversies, including backlash from her American eagle advertisement, which featured the slogan Sydney Sweeney has great genes, sparking accusations of racial insensitivity.
- 1:18[SPEAKER_00]: In August 2022, Sweeney drew Iyer for wearing Magistyle hats at her mother Lisa Sweeney's 60th birthday celebration, which read Make 60 Great Again.
- 1:27[SPEAKER_00]: Additionally, she faced criticism from Taylor Swift fans for dating Scooter Braun, the singer's former manager.
- 1:33[SPEAKER_00]: Despite the controversies, Sweeney continues to be a brand ambassador for several companies, including Ford, Samsung, and Baskin Robbins.
- 1:42[SPEAKER_00]: Critics also reacted negatively to Dr. Squatch's limited edition soap infused with her bathwater.
- 1:47[SPEAKER_00]: defending her endorsements, Sweeney commented, if I just acted, I wouldn't be able to afford my life in LA I'd take deals because I have to.
- 1:55[SPEAKER_00]: Social media users swiftly criticized her latest stunt, with comments like, guess she didn't learn how to advertise after that gene commercial, and inquiries about potential jail time for erections.