Fri Aug 01 21:20:00 UTC 2025: **News Article:**

**Piers Morgan Mocks “Woke” Critics of Sydney Sweeney’s American Eagle Ad in On-Air Jibes**

New York, NY – British commentator Piers Morgan has weighed in on the controversy surrounding American Eagle’s new advertisement featuring actress Sydney Sweeney, mocking critics who claim the “Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans” campaign promotes outdated white beauty standards.

The ad, which cleverly plays on the double meaning of “jeans” and “genes,” has sparked debate, with some labeling it racially insensitive. Morgan, appearing on Fox News’ “Fox and Friends” on July 31, joined hosts Brian Kilmeade, Ainsley Earhardt, and Lawrence Jones in defending the advertisement against what they deemed “overly woke” criticism.

Morgan kicked off his appearance with a tongue-in-cheek apology to Kilmeade, stating, “I’d like to apologize to Brian sincerely that I was given such superior genetics. There’s nothing I could do about it,” referencing the genes/jeans controversy.

The segment then drifted into discussion about President Biden’s cognitive ability, with Morgan claiming even his teenage daughter questioned if Biden was asleep during a recent presidential face-off. Kilmeade quipped, “You know why? Good genes.” Morgan concurred, “Immaculate genes.”

The conversation concluded with Morgan ribbing Kilmeade again, “Sorry again about the genetics, but what can you do? Some people get these genes,” gesturing towards himself, “And some people get those genes, buddy. That’s just the way life goes.”

The American Eagle ad controversy continues to fuel debate online, highlighting the complex and often contentious intersection of advertising, beauty standards, and social commentary.

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