'Stiffest Wig' Insult Sparks Late-Night Clash Over Sydney Sweeney’s Look
A late-night fashion critique quickly spiraled into a fiery online showdown after Sydney Sweeney's most recent appearance on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon."
What began as a sharp jab at her hairstyle escalated into a tense back-and-forth between her hairstylist and internet personality Blakely Thornton.
As comments, screenshots, and shade piled up, the exchange took on a life of its own and ignited a fresh round of debate over celebrity styling, criticism, and online etiquette.
Fashion Critic Takes Aim At Sydney Sweeney's On-Air Look
After Sydney Sweeney stepped onto the talk-show stage on Dec. 1, Thornton wasted no time sharing his unfiltered opinions.
In an Instagram Reel featuring the actress behind him on a green screen, he claimed her look leaned into political messaging and took a direct swipe at her hair.
"I don't want to keep talking about this white girl, but I'm very aware that at this point, her and her team of what I assume are white, Republican, self-hating gays are committed to the bit," Thornton said.
He then doubled down with a sharp punchline, "They're doing this sh-t on purpose. Why else would you go on a late-night talk show looking like Effie Trinket's lost niece? The stiffest wig this side of the Mississippi unless you want to get read for filth."
The clip spread quickly, drawing both laughs and backlash.
Sydney Sweeney's Hairstylist Fires Back As Tensions Rise
Hours later, the situation escalated when Thornton posted yet another Reel.
This time, he shared screenshots of a heated exchange with Sweeney's hairstylist, Glen "Coco" Oropeza.
The comments were allegedly deleted afterward, but the screenshots preserved the moment.
"Wasn't a wig, but you can't get my girl's name out of your mouth," Oropeza's account allegedly wrote. "You're obsessed."
The stylist didn't stop there, following up with a longer response: "Stiff where? You're doing a lot ... Take a breath, diva. You can keep trying to spin a narrative, but we all know you just need click bait cuz your content is TIRED. If you need attention, just say that. Imagine caring this much about a hairstyle you didn't create and a woman who doesn't know you exist. Goodnight."
Thornton hit back with his own stinging reply, "I hope you get paid overtime for being a sycophant after 9pm PST. If so I can sign your timesheet. And you're right, Black people are tired ... very much so ... good luck on the rest of the press tour."
Past Criticisms Add Fuel To The Fire
The clash didn't arise in a vacuum. Blakely Thornton has repeatedly voiced disapproval of Sydney Sweeney's style choices and celebrity associations.
Earlier this year, he criticized her star-studded birthday party, which was attended by Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez, claiming the celebration "looked like the third circle of hell."
His ongoing critiques made this latest exchange feel less like a one-off and more like the latest chapter in a recurring feud.
Despite the late-night chaos, Sweeney herself has not commented on the matter.
However, with her team stepping into the ring and the internet debate in full swing, her look has sparked far more conversation than a simple hairstyle ever intended.
Ben Foster Applauds Sydney Sweeney's Strength Amid Public Scrutiny
As the conversation around Sydney Sweeney's style and public image continues to escalate, her "Christy" co-star Ben Foster offered a very different perspective on the actress, one rooted in admiration.
Speaking to The Independent, the actor praised her discipline, energy, and unwavering professionalism even while facing relentless online criticism.
"Sydney is her own force. She came in extremely prepared, knew the crew's names, and was always ready to work," Foster said. "I'd be knackered at the end of the day, and she'd go train for another three hours to fight the next morning … She's a powerhouse."
Sweeney's portrayal of boxing icon Christy Martin required intense physical and emotional commitment, yet Foster noted that she remained fully focused despite swirling controversies, ranging from her American Eagle ad backlash to political chatter tied to her personal life.
The ad, which joked about her "good jeans" and "good genes," sparked accusations of referencing white supremacy and eugenics.
The criticism snowballed further when her Republican voter registration resurfaced, drawing heated reactions from politically minded corners of social media.
Controversies Resurface, Yet Sweeney Stays Composed under Pressure
While her recent viral hairstylist clash grabbed headlines, Sydney Sweeney has been navigating storms long before that moment.
Past controversies include her 2022 family birthday photos featuring "Make Sixty Great Again" hats and "Blue Lives Matter" shirts, images that triggered fierce online debate.
Still, Foster says the actress handles the chaos with remarkable poise.
He said, "She's in a zeitgeist worldview that is… unique. And I think she's handling it incredibly well. She's a powerhouse."
He also highlighted her sharp instincts online, something he personally avoids.
"I'm not on any social media at all… But she plays in that field. It's so important to this generation, to the future. I find her incredibly impressive," Foster stressed.
Through backlash, branding battles, and viral moments, Sweeney's resilience continues to define her ascent, even as the internet keeps testing it.
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