Selena Gomez Responds to 'Emilia Pérez' Criticism

Selena Gomez has addressed criticism from actor Eugenio Derbez regarding her Spanish-speaking role in the film 'Emilia Pérez'. Derbez described her performance as 'indefensible' due to her lack of fluency in Spanish, which he believed affected the nuance of her acting. Despite the critique, Gomez defended her efforts, stating she did the best she could given the circumstances and remained proud of her work. The film has received acclaim and award nominations, although Derbez speculated that audiences unfamiliar with Spanish might overlook the performance's weaknesses. Gomez's response came after Derbez's comments during a podcast sparked significant discussion online. Critics, including podcast host Gaby Meza, echoed Derbez's sentiments while noting Gomez's overall talent as an actress.