Sydney Sweeney laughed off jokes about her chest made by comedian Erik Griffin during a date night with Scooter Braun at Matt Rife’s comedy show in Los Angeles, demonstrating her good humor and resilience in the face of public scrutiny. The incident occurred on Tuesday night at the Laugh Factory, where Sweeney and Braun sat in the VIP section, and was first reported by multiple news outlets within the last 24 hours, highlighting the actress’s ability to handle awkward situations with grace.
The event took place on Tuesday evening, with Sweeney and Braun arriving at the Laugh Factory in Los Angeles just before the show started, accompanied by a group of friends. Earlier that day, Sweeney had been at Game 4 of the World Series at Dodger Stadium, where she supported boxer Christy Martin, whom she portrays in the biopic ‘Christy.’ The comedy show began around 10 p.m., with opener Jackson McQueen humorously referring to their upstairs seating area as the ‘Groupon section,’ setting a light-hearted tone for the night.
Erik Griffin, the second performer, directly targeted Sweeney in his routine, poking fun at her frequent topless scenes in the HBO series ‘Euphoria.’ He joked that her ‘titties are always out’ on the show, even in mundane settings like a pharmacy, and described it as ‘wild’ and ‘for no reason.’ Griffin also mocked the series for its abundance of male nudity, adding that ‘there’s too much’ and quipping that such elements ‘weren’t in the trailer,’ drawing laughter from the audience.
Sweeney responded by doubling over in laughter, according to the Hollywood Reporter, and Braun was seen enjoying the jokes alongside their friends. Other attendees reportedly turned to watch Sweeney’s reaction, but she remained composed and amused throughout. It is unclear whether Griffin was aware of Sweeney’s presence before making the comments, but the actress’s positive response underscored her comfort with self-deprecating humor and public attention.
Sweeney and Braun have been romantically linked since June, when they were spotted together at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s wedding in Venice, Italy. Sources confirmed to People and TMZ in September that the couple are ‘casually hooking up,’ and they have since been seen on multiple outings, including a Labor Day weekend trip to Lake Tahoe and a double date with Sweeney’s parents. An insider told Page Six that their relationship is ‘full throttle’ and that Braun is ‘very happy’ with Sweeney, who ended her engagement to businessman Jonathan Davino earlier this year.
Sweeney has previously addressed the stigma surrounding her body and nude scenes, emphasizing in interviews that she feels proud of her work but frustrated by double standards. In a 2022 GQ interview, she noted that male actors receive praise for similar scenes while women face criticism, and she revealed feeling ‘ostracized’ for developing early in life. Sweeney has actively worked to redefine perceptions by excelling in sports and academics, stating that her body ‘doesn’t define who I am.’
Matt Rife, the headliner, did not joke about Sweeney during his set, instead covering topics like impotence, masturbation, and a story about a live sex show in Amsterdam’s red-light district. Sweeney and Braun left the show shortly before it ended to avoid the crowd, according to reports. Rife has publicly defended Sweeney in the past, tweeting support after she faced backlash for an American Eagle ad and bathwater soap sales, calling internet critics ‘garbage losers.’
This incident reinforces Sweeney’s reputation as a grounded and humorous figure in Hollywood, capable of navigating fame with confidence. As she continues to rise in her career with projects like ‘Euphoria’ and ‘Christy,’ her ability to laugh at herself may help counter ongoing public discourse about her image and choices, setting a positive example for handling celebrity culture.