The commercial was released just days after American Eagle's "Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans" campaign, which has faced backlash over claims of racist undertones and eugenics messaging, largely tied to its focus on Sweeney's genetics.

"The Summer I Turned Pretty" star Gavin Casalegno's Dunkin' ad is being compared to the divisive Sydney Sweeney American Eagle jeans ad.

Dunkin’s new ad featuring Gavin Casalegno has sparked controversy online due to its unexpected reference to genetics while promoting a summer drink. Many social media users questioned the connection between coffee and genetics.