Selena Gomez isn’t one to hold back when it comes to sharing her thoughts. The singer recently opened up about her experience working on Emilia Perez, despite the ongoing controversy surrounding her co-star, Sofia Karla Gascon. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Gascon remains a hot topic among netizens after past racist comments she made online resurfaced, sparking backlash—especially amid her Academy Awards nomination.
Gomez addressed the situation while attending the Santa Barbara International Film Festival on February 9. When asked how she was holding up amidst the drama surrounding Emilia Perez’s Oscar campaign, she responded confidently, “I’m really good.”
However, she admitted that the situation had dampened her enthusiasm, saying, “Some of the magic has disappeared, but I choose to continue to be proud of what I’ve done, and I’m just grateful and live with no regrets.”
Despite the controversy, Gomez made her stance crystal clear: “And I would do this movie over and over again if I could.” Her statement reportedly earned applause from the audience.
For those unfamiliar with the situation, Gascon has been under fire after old social media posts containing racist remarks resurfaced. The backlash intensified following her Oscar nomination, though she has since apologized and attempted to defend herself.
Meanwhile, Gomez’s Emilia Perez co-star Zoe Saldana also weighed in on the issue during a Q&A in London. The Guardians of the Galaxy actress didn’t mince words, saying, “It makes me really sad because I don’t support [it], and I don’t have any tolerance for any negative rhetoric towards people of any group.”
With awards season in full swing, it remains to be seen how the controversy will impact Emilia Perez’s standing at the Oscars.