Kaylah Walton
In 2022, Karla Sofía Gascón, who acts alongside Selena Gomez in the movie Emilia Pérez, posted a contentious tweet about Gomez that has resurfaced amid ongoing speculation of a conflict with Hailey Bieber. The now-deleted tweet referred to Gomez as a “rich rat” who “pretends to be poor” and claimed she would “always annoy her ex-boyfriend and his wife.”
This remark quickly attracted attention and led to speculation about tensions between Gascón and Gomez, even without any overt disagreement evident publicly. Neither Gascón‘s team nor Gomez‘s representatives have commented on the tweet, though it has sparked significant reactions online.
Previous Controversies Fuel Speculation
This situation comes on the heels of previous controversies involving Gascón‘s past social media actions, some tracing back to 2016. Earlier in 2023, offensive comments she made about Islam and a disrespectful remark concerning the death of George Floyd came to light. Following the backlash, Gascón deactivated her social media and offered an apology, expressing regret over the hurt she caused.
“I recognize the discussions concerning my former posts that have resulted in pain,” Gascón said through a spokesperson. “Being part of a marginalized community, I understand this suffering intimately, and I sincerely apologize to anyone I have hurt.”
Gascón Addresses the Backlash
While Gascón has not directly apologized to Selena Gomez, she has responded to criticism of the tweet in a recent post on Instagram. In her message, she clarified that her remarks were misinterpreted and meant as jokes. She added, “Things I wrote were taken as criticisms, while they were actually jokes. Words that may seem hateful without proper context.”
In Emilia Pérez, Gascón portrays a transgender cartel leader who experiences a significant transformation and later reconnects with her wife, played by Selena Gomez. The film showcases the intricate emotional journeys of their characters as they navigate complex relationships.
