Updated July 31st 2024, 17:10 IST
Selena Gomez is one of the most-loved actresses and singers and has a huge global fanbase. She is currently dating Benny Blanco and often posts pictures with him on social media. However, her fame also attracts criticism, and she has faced much speculation about possibly getting plastic surgery done as well. These rumours surfaced after a light-hearted moment at the SAG Awards 2022, when her Only Murders in the Building co-star Martin Short made a botox joke, and Selena playfully agreed.
Even though Selena Gomez has consistently denied rumours about plastic surgery, the speculation has continued. Recently, she responded to these online discussions by firmly requesting that people stop bothering her. Her reaction came after a video by content creator Marissa Barrionuevo, who compared photos of Gomez from various periods and asked viewers not to speculate about her appearance due to her medical history.
In the year 2014, Selena was diagnosed with lupus, an autoimmune disorder, which is accompanied with symptoms like joint pain. She even underwent a kidney transplant in 2017 as a consequence of her lupus diagnosis. She has refrained from publicly disclosing the specific prescription medications she takes to manage the condition.
After that, she addressed fan concerns regarding her health via the TikTok platform, saying, “I shake because of my medication of lupus”. However, she continues to face criticism over her changing looks.
Selena Gomez commented on Marissa’s Tiktok video, expressing her frustration, “Honestly, I hate this. I was in stripes because of the flare-up. I have Botox. That’s it. Leave me alone.”
The TikToker later apologised to Selena, explaining her intentions. Selena responded positively, reassuring her that there were no bad intentions.
Besides handling trolls, Selena Gomez has continuously spoken out against harmful body image comments. She also confronted those who mocked her appearance at the Golden Globes, reinforcing her message of self-acceptance and body positivity.
Published July 31st 2024, 17:10 IST