Beyond the scenarios and cameras, Gómez has used its influence to address crucial issues such as Mental health and the social justice. This has led her to face strong criticism, even at the political level. Recall that at the beginning of the year, after publishing a video where he expressed his pain for the massive deportations of undocumented immigrants, the White House and several Republican politicians, including the republican candidate for the Utah Senate in 2018, Sam Parkerthey criticized her publicly.
A video entitled ‘Moms of victims of illegal foreigners Slam Selena Gomez: you didn’t cry for our daughters’published by the White House In response, he showed three mothers whose daughters had allegedly murdered by undocumented individuals, reacting to Gomez’s video. This was a hard response, but did not stop it.
In a recent interview with BillboardGomez reflected on his decision to raise his voice. “At the end of the day, it matters to talk about the topics that matter to you, be famous or not“He said. In addition, he acknowledged that these types of actions are not for”The weak hearts, because you are exposing yourself and, believe me, there will be many opinions that will even have the impudence of saying something“His courage lies in using his platform, despite the consequences.
Gómez, who has spoken publicly about his fight against bipolar disorder and the anxietyHe explained that he does not seek to be seen as a victim. “I thought that by sharing my own story I could help others, and I will accept any negative opinion that comes with that because I see the broader panorama of how conversations about the Mental health“ He emphasized. An example of this was his participation in the Netflix documentary “Living Undocma”, produced by herself in 2019.
Its Mexican roots are fundamental in their commitment. As she said: “I do not escape how important the representation is“. Your family has a story of immigration which begins in the 1970s, with its aunt crossing the border hidden in a truck. Gomez has been deeply identified with these stories and his own cultural heritage gives him a unique perspective on the subject.
His advice for the new generation of artists is simple but powerful: “Block the noise and be faithful to themselves“. A lesson learned through her experience. Gomez, beyond glamor, is presented as an inspiring figure that uses her platform to promote a positive change, even in the face of adversity.
