Selena Gomez has finally broken her silence on the controversy surrounding her co-star Karla Sofía Gascón, following offensive tweets attributed to the Oscar-nominated actress. The 32-year-old singer and actress addressed the situation during a Q&A session at the 2025 Santa Barbara Film Festival on February 9, sharing her perspective amid the media storm surrounding her film.
When asked about how she was coping with the controversy, Selena responded, “I’m really good. Some of the magic has disappeared, but I choose to continue to be proud of what I’ve done. I’m just grateful and live with no regrets.” She added, “And I would do this movie over and over again if I could,” emphasizing her commitment to her craft despite the ongoing drama.
The comments from Selena come in the wake of a January incident in which Karla was linked to offensive social media posts, including one that allegedly referred to Selena as a “rich rat” in connection to rumors about a feud between Selena and Hailey Bieber, the wife of Selena’s ex, Justin Bieber. The tweet in question caused a stir online, leading to widespread speculation about the relationship between the two actresses.
However, Karla has since denied writing the controversial tweet. In an interview with CNN en Español on February 2, Karla stated, “It’s not mine, of course. I’ve never said anything about my partner, and I would never refer to her like that.” She further addressed the matter, explaining that her account had been deactivated by the end of January, amid growing scrutiny.
The controversy surrounding Karla has continued to escalate, with several other allegedly offensive posts surfacing online. Karla, who is the first openly trans performer to receive an Oscar nomination this year, has been forced to apologize for the remarks and clarify her stance on social media. On Instagram, she posted an apology on February 1, writing, “They have created posts as if it were me, insulting even my colleagues… things that I wrote to glorify as if they were criticism, jokes as if they were reality, words that without the background only seem like hate.” Karla emphasized that she could not undo her past actions but assured followers that she is not the same person she was years ago.
Amid the backlash, Karla also affirmed that she would not renounce her Oscar nomination, stating, “I cannot renounce a nomination because what I have done is a job, and what is being valued is my acting work. I have not committed any crime nor have I harmed anyone.”
As of now, both Selena and Karla have not provided further public comments on the situation. Selena’s decision to speak up at the Santa Barbara Film Festival highlighted her ability to remain professional, despite the ongoing controversy surrounding her co-star.
With the 2025 Oscars approaching, Karla’s career continues to be under the microscope, while Selena Gomez’s response shows a sense of resilience and grace amid the challenges. The unfolding situation raises broader questions about social media conduct, the pressures of public life, and the complex nature of celebrity relationships.
