Selena Gomez recently made a candid and relatable move by showcasing her pimples on social media, sharing with her fans that she’s feeling the pressure from the Oscar buzz surrounding her upcoming film Emilia Perez. The star, known for her authenticity and openness, didn’t shy away from revealing the effects of stress on her skin, further endearing her to fans for embracing her imperfections.
Emilia Perez, which has been generating significant Oscar buzz, is adding to the excitement and tension for Gomez, who is no stranger to the spotlight. As the pressure builds, her openness about dealing with stress reflects her genuine approach to fame, mental health, and beauty standards. Fans have praised her for normalizing skin struggles, especially in the midst of high-profile career moments.
Selena Gomez took to social media on Tuesday to candidly show off her breakouts, a rare move for the former Disney star. The singer and actress, feeling the pressure from the Oscar buzz surrounding her film Emilia Perez, shared a close-up of her skin, revealing her pimples.
In a refreshingly honest caption, Gomez wrote, “Even my skin is over me rn,” reflecting her stress and making a relatable statement. Fans have applauded her for embracing her imperfections and continuing to promote self-acceptance, even during high-stress moments in her career.
In an interview with E! News, Selena Gomez opened up about the anxiety she’s been experiencing due to the Oscar buzz surrounding her role as the drug lord’s crazed wife in Emilia Perez. The potential for an Academy Award nomination has left the star feeling stressed, which she candidly admitted has affected her skin.
“I don’t know what’s gonna happen. I’m stressed—I’m already breaking out,” Gomez shared, further revealing how the pressure is impacting her. As the girlfriend of music producer Benny Blanco, Gomez is navigating both her personal and professional life in the public eye, with the Oscar discussions adding to the intensity of her current journey.
Selena Gomez recently shared that her co-stars in Emilia Perez—Zoe Saldana and Karla Sofia Gascon—played a key role in making her feel “safe” during filming. The 32-year-old actress, who portrays the wife of a drug lord in the comedy-drama, reflected on the close bond she developed with her co-stars.
Speaking with Extra, Gomez expressed how supportive the women were throughout the intense scenes, which included dancing wildly on a bed, threatening her late husband’s “aunt,” and making out with her pimp. When asked if they formed a sisterhood, she responded, “A thousand percent. These women are not only bold and strong, they are nurturing and they made me feel safe.”
Despite the challenging and wild nature of some scenes, Gomez felt comfortable knowing she could rely on her co-stars, adding, “Even in the craziest scenes, I could feel okay knowing I could just lean on them if I needed… They’re really good, so I had to be just as good and try to get to their level.” The strong bond they developed helped Gomez deliver her best performance while feeling supported on set.
