In 2022, Karla Sofía Gascón, who appeared alongside Selena Gomez in the film Emilia Pérez, posted a controversial tweet about Gomez that has recently resurfaced amid rumours of a feud between Gomez and Hailey Bieber.
In the deleted tweet, Gascón referred to Gomez as a “rich rat” who “plays the poor bitch” and accused her of incessantly bothering her ex-boyfriend and his wife.
The tweet swiftly ignited speculation about tension between Gascón and Gomez, even though the two actresses have reported no direct public dispute. Despite the backlash and strong reactions the tweet has provoked online, representatives for both Gascón and Gomez have remained silent.
This is not the first time Gascón has been at the centre of controversy due to her social media activity. In January 2023, previous posts dating back to 2016 surfaced, containing offensive remarks about Islam and an inappropriate comment about the death of George Floyd.
The backlash led Gascón to temporarily deactivate her social media accounts and issue a public apology through her representative, expressing regret for the harm her posts caused. As someone in a marginalized community, I am deeply sorry to those I have caused pain,” Gascón stated, acknowledging the harm her past comments had inflicted.
While Gascón has not directly apologized to Gomez, she addressed the fallout over her controversial tweet in a recent Instagram post. She explained that her remarks were meant to be humorous but were misinterpreted as serious criticisms. “Things that I wrote to glorify as if they were criticisms, jokes as if they were reality, words that without the background only seem like hate,” Gascón explained, suggesting a misinterpretation of her intent.
Gascón and Gomez in ‘Emilia Pérez’
In Emilia Pérez, Gascón portrays a transgender cartel leader undergoing a dramatic transition who later reconnects with her wife, played by Gomez.
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The film provides substantial screen time to both actresses and explores the deep emotional layers of their characters’ relationships. Despite the controversies, the film highlights the professional collaboration between Gascón and Gomez, showcasing their on-screen chemistry and commitment to their roles.
