Fans Go Wild After Sydney Sweeney Is Spotted Getting Cozy With Co-Star At Stagecoach
The "Euphoria" star was seen dancing and sharing what appeared to be an intimate moment with actor Brandon Sklenar, and now the internet is in full speculation mode.
Sweeney's appearance with Sklenar comes after she was also linked to her former co-star, Glen Powell, after attending his sister's wedding earlier this month.
In a now-viral fan video from the Stagecoach festival in Indio, California, Sweeney was caught vibing closely with Sklenar, her co-star in the upcoming film "The Housemaid."
While the pair didn't exhibit any public displays of affection (PDA), their body language had fans buzzing, with many pointing out the striking resemblance between Sklenar and Glen Powell.
The energy between the two seemed effortless and unfiltered, leading many to wonder whether something more than a working relationship is blossoming.
However, the chances of that being the case are really slim. Sklenar is reportedly still in a long-term relationship with Courtney Salviolo and has previously emphasized his desire to protect their privacy. There's been no public confirmation of a breakup, which only adds to the intrigue.
Meanwhile, Sydney has been flourishing since ending her engagement with Jonathan Davino, embracing her freedom and keeping the public guessing about what and who is next.
Although the chance of there being anything between Sweeney and Sklenar is slim, that didn't stop fans from theorizing and fantasizing about a brewing relationship.
Many fans commented on the six-second viral clip of the costars vibing, expressing their unfiltered thoughts. One fan asked, "Wait what? She's not WITH him right?"
Another fan boldly stated, "DATING CONFIRMED," while a third person added, "Confirming I saw her and Brandon together twice."
However, while some fans were already in dreamland, others reminded them that Sklenar was in a serious relationship.
One such person wrote, "uhhmmm isn't he engaged??!!" Another person accused Sweeney, "Wait so she goes after men who are in relationships? Isn't Brandon engaged and Glen Powell in a relationship when they worked together?" A third person added, "I really hope this is some kind of PR because him and his girlfriend are so adorable."
Meanwhile, some fans wished it were Powell and not Sklenar. One person wrote, "Omg nooooo! I wanted it to be Glen Powell."
The video of Sweeney and Sklenar vibing with each other is coming a few days after The Blast reported that she partied with Paris Hilton and other ladies at the festival.
Sweeney embraced the western vibe with a flirty white off-the-shoulder romper, layered over a tan corset. She completed the look with coordinating cowboy boots and retro cat-eye sunglasses.
Hilton stayed true to form, bringing high glamor to the desert in a dazzling pink jumpsuit. She accessorized with bold matching boots, a gold statement belt, a choker, and oversized white-rimmed shades.
"That's hot," Paris captioned a backstage video featuring both stars.
The pair later linked up with Lizzo and Paris's aunt, Kyle Richards, for a few fun snaps during the country music celebration. "My girls @stagecoach. Love you," Hilton wrote in another post, capturing the evening.
Sklenar isn't the first of Sweeney's costars to be linked with her after she called off her engagement to Jonathan Davino.
Sweeney and Powell were spotted dining at Joe Leo Fine Tex Mex restaurant in Dallas before she attended his sister's wedding.
Powell addressed the romance rumors during an appearance on "Today with Jenna & Friends."
He confirmed that Sweeney was at the wedding and explained, "She [Leslie] and Syd are obviously great friends and it was a hell of a wedding," before adding, "The Powells know how to do it right."
Powell, who served as a groomsman and gave a speech, called the event "a fun, rowdy wedding," and joked that he was chosen to speak because he was "probably the lowest liability in the family."
Sweeney continues to be linked to any man she makes a public appearance with, following her and Davino calling off their engagement.
The couple, who began dating in 2018 and got engaged in 2022, were expected to marry this spring.
However, sources told Us Weekly they're going through a rough patch, facing "major issues."
While they haven't fully split, insiders say the wedding is off and they're reassessing their relationship amid Sweeney's demanding work schedule.
However, despite ending their engagement, Sweeney and Davino remain good friends and were recently spotted grabbing lunch together in Los Angeles.
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