💬 “I’m not a model, and I’ll never be.” — Selena Gomez Claps Back at Body Critics
💬 “I’m not a model, and I’ll never be.” — Selena Gomez Claps Back at Body Critics
🎤 In the spotlight once again, singer and actress Selena Gomez has gone viral for her heartfelt response to persistent body-shaming. After attending recent events like the 2025 SAG Awards, critics flooded social media with comments on her appearance — prompting Selena to respond in her signature unapologetic tone.
💭 “It makes me bitter sometimes”
🧠 Speaking on the On Purpose podcast with Jay Shetty, Gomez opened up about how scrutiny over her looks affects her mental health:
“When I’m getting ready for an event, I’m mostly thinking: ‘I hope I can just get the picture and sit down.’ Everyone has something to say, and it genuinely hurts. Not because I’m a victim — but because I’m human.”
She added:
“No one says these things when it comes to men.”
💊 Health over image
Gomez revealed that her weight fluctuations are linked to lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease requiring medication:
“I’d rather be healthy and take care of myself. My medications matter. I’m not a model and never will be. But I admire them. I’m just not one.”
👥 “Be kinder” — Friends defend her
Former boyfriend and fellow actor Taylor Lautner stood up for Gomez online:
“It’s a cruel world out there. You can't please everyone, and you shouldn't have to. A daily reminder that you’re beautiful inside and out. Let’s all try to be kinder.”
📱 Social media & boundaries
Gomez says she avoids keeping social media apps on her phone to protect her well-being:
“I’m human. Sometimes I read things. But mostly, I don’t. I don’t have any social apps on my phone right now. That’s how I cope.”
🪞 Her final word?
Selena’s message is clear: beauty is not a currency, health is. And strength? That comes from knowing your worth beyond filters, angles, and uninvited opinions.
📸 Image Credit:
Getty Images – Emma McIntyre via PopSugar.co.uk fair use
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