Piers Morgan took a lighthearted jab at the recent backlash surrounding Sydney Sweeney’s American Eagle ad during his appearance on Fox & Friends. The ad, which features the tagline “Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans,” has sparked controversy for suggesting a celebration of traits often associated with white beauty standards, such as blonde hair and blue eyes. Critics of the ad have faced backlash themselves, being labeled as overly “woke” by some commentators.
During the segment, Morgan humorously addressed the controversy while seated on the couch with co-hosts Brian Kilmeade, Ainsley Earhardt, and Lawrence Jones. “I’d like to apologize to Brian sincerely that I was given such superior genetics. There’s nothing I could do about it,” he quipped, referring to the expectations around beauty standards.
Brian responded in good humor, saying, “This is how mature I am, I’m okay with that. I’m okay with being inferior.” The conversation then shifted to other topics, including political discussions about President Biden’s mental acuity, a moment that Morgan shared involved a remark from his daughter on Biden appearing “asleep” during a debate against Donald Trump.
As the segment wrapped up, Morgan playfully noted to Brian, “Some people get these genes,” highlighting the jest while also acknowledging the natural diversity that exists among individuals. This exchange reflects the ongoing dialogue about societal expectations and perceptions of beauty, all while keeping the tone light-hearted.
While the criticism surrounding the advertisement continues, Piers Morgan’s comments offered a moment of levity amidst the discussion, encouraging viewers to engage in conversations about beauty standards thoughtfully rather than dismissively.