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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Colin Cowherd Makes Expensive Purchase Thanks To Sydney Sweeney
Colin Cowherd Makes Expensive Purchase Thanks To Sydney Sweeney originally appeared on The Spun. Sydney Sweeney has been trending on social media ever since her new collaboration with American Eagle Outfitters. In fact, she even managed to get Colin Cowherd's attention. On Thursday, American Eagle's shares increased by over 4% after the company announced its partnership with Sweeney. In an effort to promote its fall campaign, American Eagle had the "Euphoria" actress wear nothing but a denim jacket. There's also a brief clip of her opening the hood of a vintage Mustang GT350 while wearing American Eagles jeans. "There is something so effortless about American Eagle – it's the perfect balance of being put-together but still feeling like yourself," Sweeney said. "Their commitment to creating pieces that make you feel confident and comfortable in your own skin is something that resonates with me. It's rare to find a brand that grows with you, the way American Eagle has for generations. They have literally been there with me through every version of myself." This ad showing Sweeney enter a Mustang GT350 had millions of views in just 24 hours because of Sweeney's popularity. Clearly, Fox Sports radio host Colin Cowherd watched this advertisement. He claims it inspired him to buy a Mustang GT350. "I just purchased a GT 350," Cowherd wrote on X this Friday. "I don't think anyone realizes how effective Sydney Sweeney is." Does this mean Cowherd is a fan of Sweeney's work as an actress? We're not sure, but she's certainly keeping herself busy. Sweeney will portray boxing legend Christy Martin in a movie that'll premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival in September. "This story is so much bigger than just a film," Sweeney said. "It's a testament to resilience, survival, and finding the strength to keep fighting. I can't wait for you all to see it—not only because I'm proud of the transformation and the work I've poured into it, but because Christy's story deserves to be told. And yes, you'll get to see me kick some serious ass (like seriously kicked some ass) ((like I might've enjoyed it a little toooooo much while kicking ass haha)), but most importantly, you'll witness a story that's as powerful as the woman who lived it. I'll carry this experience with me forever. Can't wait to share more." Maybe, just maybe, Cowherd will check out Sweeney's upcoming Cowherd Makes Expensive Purchase Thanks To Sydney Sweeney first appeared on The Spun on Jul 25, 2025 This story was originally reported by The Spun on Jul 25, 2025, where it first appeared. Solve the daily Crossword
New York Post
7 days ago
- Business
- New York Post
Sydney Sweeney's steamy new ad campaign for American Eagle turns teen retailer into latest ‘meme stock'
American Eagle Outfitters shares soared into 'meme stock' territory — after the teen retailer revealed Sydney Sweeney is leading a steamy new ad campaign for the fall. The company's shares surged nearly 10% on Thursday after it unveiled its new marketing blitz, which features the 'Euphoria' star sporting a denim jacket over her otherwise bare torso. In a sultry video spot, Sweeney leans under the open hood of a vintage Mustang GT350 in a tight tank top, then slams the hood shut — and wipes her hands on her butt before hopping into the car and peeling off. Advertisement 6 Sydney Sweeney fronts American Eagle's fall denim campaign, helping ignite meme stock buzz around the brand. American Eagle The edgy ads appeared to defy the 'wokism' lately embraced by some major brands — sometimes with disastrous effects, according to commenters on social media. 'Based ad campaigns are back, and wokery is gasping for breath,' commented X user Zia Yusuf — using the Gen Z term 'based' that typically signifies something which is controversial yet true. Advertisement 'Take note Jaguar,' Yusuf added, referring to the UK car maker's flopped ad campaign last fall featuring androgynous models. 'Sydney Sweeney drops a cheeky ad, American Eagle stock soars 22%,' another X user gleefully observed. 'Woke's dead, baby. Woke's dead.' American Eagle joins a volatile cohort of newly anointed meme stocks, including GoPro and Krispy Kreme, which saw sharp price swings in Wednesday's session. Advertisement Earlier in the week, meme traders focused on names like Opendoor Technologies and Kohl's, creating brief rallies driven largely by social media buzz rather than earnings or company news. 6 The stock surged on Wednesday after the company rolled out the ad campaign featuring Sweeney. Google Finance Analysts and traders noted that the Sweeney campaign had helped reframe sentiment around the company, whose shares had fallen 35% this year ahead of Wednesday's close. The retailer's strong brand recognition and more than 13% short interest, according to FactSet data, made it a natural magnet for meme stock traders seeking short squeezes and speculative gains. Advertisement Chatter about American Eagle gained momentum late Wednesday on the popular Reddit forum Wall Street Bets — best known for its role in the 2021 GameStop and AMC rallies. 6 The denim-heavy campaign with Sweeney comes as retailers lean into the Western fashion revival. American Eagle 'We do not comment on trading activity or fluctuations in the stock price,' an American Eagle spokesperson said. 'We remain focused on executing our strategy and taking actions to position the company for long-term performance.' 6 American Eagle saw a 6% stock surge after naming Sydney Sweeney the face of its fall 2025 campaign. American Eagle Last year, Sweeney partnered with men's personal care brand Dr. Squatch for a multi-platform marketing blitz that helped propel the company to a $1.5 billion acquisition by Unilever less than a year later. The campaign — dubbed the 'Body Wash Genie' — cast Sweeney in a playful, satirical role across TV, YouTube, podcasts and social media. One limited-edition product, a 'Bathwater Bliss' soap made with droplets from one of Sweeney's baths, sold out instantly and triggered a frenzy of resale listings on eBay, where individual bars fetched as much as $2,000. 6 Sweeney's campaign for American Eagle sparked discussion on Reddit's Wall Street Bets as traders took notice. American Eagle Advertisement The campaign overwhelmed Dr. Squatch's website and generated massive viral buzz. The results were staggering: Dr. Squatch received over 800 media placements, 11.9 billion impressions and a spike in consumer engagement that accelerated its retail growth and brand valuation. 6 The campaign was described by the brand as the perfect mix of 'ease, attitude, and a little mischief.' REUTERS The Sweeney campaign was credited by industry observers as a key driver in Unilever's decision to acquire the company for $1.5 billion last month. Advertisement Unilever's press release cited 'viral social-first marketing strategies, partnerships with celebrities and influencers, and culturally relevant collaborations' as central to Dr. Squatch's rapid growth — a clear nod to Sweeney's role in elevating the brand. Last year, Crocs' stock jumped more than 4% after its Heydude brand announced Sweeney as global spokesperson, with analysts crediting the move for renewed investor optimism. A spokesperson for Sweeney declined to comment. The Post has sought comment from American Eagle.
Yahoo
10-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
An authentic 1967 Mustang GT500 surfaces on Bring a Trailer
The so-called "K-Code" Mustang GT350 and GT500 of the late 1960s is one of the finest examples of muscle car badassery the world has ever seen. With its 428ci V8 gasping air through two four-barrel carburetors and punishing the pavement with 355 hp, owning one of these at the time earned you a guaranteed invite to anyone's house party. The 60s are gone now, but Bring a Trailer exists, and so does this 1967 Shelby Mustang GT500 Fastback 4-Speed. One of only 2,048 produced that year, this GT500 was first delivered to Carey Paul Ford in Decatur, Georgia, before being repainted black by its original owner. Factory options included a folding rear bench seat, an AM radio, a Hurst shifter, shoulder harnesses, and power front disc brakes and GT500 has reportedly stayed in Georgia since then and was acquired by its current owner in 2015. That owner commissioned a restoration that lasted from 2016 to 2019, during which the Mustang was repainted in its original shade of Lime Gold, its original 428ci V8 and four-speed Toploader transmission were rebuilt, the front seats were retrimmed, and reproduction 15″ Magstar wheels were fitted. Some modifications were also installed during the restoration to help that 428 shred tires like it did in 1967. For starters, the heads were reportedly milled and fitted with oversized valves. It now has forged H-beam connecting rods, a roller camshaft, roller lifters, a finned aluminum oil pan, electronic ignition, and Cobra Jet-specification exhaust manifolds. In other words, watch out for odometer reads 93,000 miles, and the listing notes that 2,000 of those were added under current ownership. That is not a lot of miles by any stretch, but it's refreshing to see that this GT500 was actually driven and enjoyed rather than being a garage queen. At the time of writing this, the auction ends in four days with a current bid of $152,000. That's a little ways off from the $4,790.28 MSRP noted on the original window sticker, but hey, inflation and all that. We expect this one could climb a little higher, as another 1967 model recently sold for $185,000. Included in the sale will be the window sticker, a Jason Billups summary, a Shelby American Automobile Club registry report, a Deluxe Marti report, service records, spare parts, and a car cover. Regardless of its final price, there is a lot of car to be had here for six figures. We'd sure as hell take this over any new or recent muscle car sold at the same price. Now, all you need is one of those GT350 pedal cars, and you're all set. Love reading Autoblog? Sign up for our weekly newsletter to get exclusive articles, insider insights, and the latest updates delivered right to your inbox. Click here to sign up now!
