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Selena Gomez Reacts to 'Emilia Pérez' Golden Globes Nom After Her Spanish Speaking Was Criticized

Originally posted on Music Times | By Ryan Reichard | Last updated Dec 9, 2024 1:26 PM ET

Selena Gomez might have to clear some room on her awards shelf.

The musician and actress was nominated for two Golden Globe Awards on Dec. 9. She earned nominations for Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role in any Motion Picture for Emilia Pérez, and Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Series — Musical or Comedy for Only Murders in the Building.

Shortly after her name was announced among the nominees, Gomez shared her reaction to the news in a video posted to her instagram stories. When actors Morris Chestnut and Mindy Kaling announced her name, Gomez gasped and buried her face in her hands.

"I don't even know what to write. I'm so proud of @zoesaldana and I am so grateful and honored @goldenglobes," she captioned the clip while also giving a shoutout to her fellow Emilia Pérez co-star and friend, Zoe Saldana.

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— ً (@americanreqiuem) December 9, 2024

Gomez saw the video and gave her response to the comments made.

"I understand where you are coming from. I'm sorry I did the best I could with the time I was given. Doesn't take away from how much work and heart I put into this movie," she said.

Derbez shared an apology within a matter of hours.

"Dear Selena, I truly apologize for my careless comments. They are indefensible and go against everything I stand for. As Latinos, we should always support one another. There's no excuse. I was wrong, and I deeply admire your career and your kind heart," he began.

"Emilia Pérez deserves to be celebrated, not diminished by my thoughtless remarks. I'm walking away from this with an important lesson learned. While I understand if you cannot accept my apology, please know it comes from the heart," Derbez added.

Gomez did not respond to the apology made by Derbez.

The Golden Globes air live on Sunday, Jan. 5, at 8 p.m. ET on CBS and Paramount+.

This article first appeared on Music Times and was syndicated with permission.

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