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Remarkably, both Dakota Johnson and Sydney Sweeney have come out of this experience looking relatively better than expected. Their responses stood out because, unlike many Hollywood narratives that shift blame onto fans—accusing them of sexism, racism, or other outlets—their comments were modest and respectable. Both actresses took responsibility in their own ways, with Sweeney explicitly stating her position as an actor who was simply part of a project, and Johnson defending the fans and criticizing studio decisions.