Selena Gomez continues to embrace her body with confidence, recently making a striking appearance on the red carpet for her film Emilia Pérez at the American French Film Festival in Los Angeles. Dressed in a figure-hugging black dress, the singer-actress posed for photographers while placing her hand on her stomach, which led to speculation from critics suggesting she was attempting to hide her belly. This incident is just one of many where Gomez has faced body shaming, yet she remains undeterred.
A source close to Life & Style magazine stated, “Selena loves her body. After everything she has been through, she refuses to let anyone make her feel differently.”
Photos of Gomez at the screening quickly gained traction on TikTok, sparking a wave of negative comments regarding her weight, as reported by Elle magazine. In response to the backlash, the Only Murders in the Building star addressed the issue directly in the comments section, saying, “This makes me sick. I have SEBO in my small intestine. It flares up. I don’t care that I don’t look like a stick figure. I don’t have that body. End of story. No, I am NOT a victim. I’m just human.”
According to the Mayo Clinic, SEBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) is a digestive disorder characterized by an abnormal increase in bacteria in the small intestine, leading to symptoms such as stomach pain, bloating, and difficulties in food processing.
Gomez has been candid about her health challenges in the past. In a 2015 interview with Billboard, she revealed her diagnosis of lupus, an autoimmune disease, stating, “I was diagnosed with lupus, and I’ve been through chemotherapy. That’s what my break was really about. I could’ve had a stroke.” Additionally, she underwent a kidney transplant in 2017.
On the personal front, Selena Gomez is currently dating record producer Benny Blanco, with the couple confirming their relationship in 2023. Their affectionate posts on social media have captured the attention and admiration of fans.
