Celebrity feuds may be rare in Hollywood, but when they do involve two beloved personalities Eugenio Derbez and Selena Gomez, they attract significant attention. The Mexican actor and comedian recently faced backlash for comments about Gomez’s Spanish-speaking performance in the film. Emilia PerezWhere he plays a role in a language he is not fluent in
The public exchange sparked debates about linguistic authenticity, cultural representation, and mutual support within the Latino community.
© MegaPreliminary criticism
During an appearance on the podcast “Hublando de Cine”, Derbez openly criticized Gómez’s character, calling her performance “indefatigable”. He commented that his limited Spanish skills affected the film’s overall credibility. “I was [watching the movie] With people,” Derbez said, “and a scene at a time [with her] Appearing, we looked at each other and said, ‘Wow, what is this?'” His comment quickly went viral, leading to heated discussions on social media.
© Apple+The actor also said he’s surprised no one is talking about it, but he remembers people being afraid to say negative things about Selena.
Selina’s response
Selena Gomez, who is of Mexican descent but not a fluent Spanish speaker, took to TikTok to respond to Derbez’s criticism. In a heartfelt comment under a post discussing the controversy, Gomez wrote: “I understand where you’re coming from… I’m sorry, I did the best I could with the time I was given. It doesn’t take away how much work and heart I put into this film. kept.” Her response garnered overwhelming support from fans, garnering over 3,000 positive replies.
© TikTokMany praised her efforts to embrace her cultural roots despite linguistic challenges and emphasized the importance of celebrating such efforts.
Derbez’s apology to Selena Gomez
Facing mounting criticism for his comments, Darbez issued a public apology via social media. In her statement, she expressed deep regret for her “careless comments” and admitted they were “uncalled for” and against everything she stood for. Derbez wrote: “As Latinos, we should always support each other. No excuses. I was wrong, and I deeply admire your career and your kind heart.”
He also emphasized that “Emilia Perez” deserves to be celebrated and admitted that he learned an important lesson from the incident. “While I understand if you cannot accept my apology, please know that it comes from the heart,” Darbez concluded.
© TikTokA broad conversation
The exchange between Derbez and Gomez opened up a larger conversation about representation and inclusion in Hollywood. Fans have noted the challenges for Latino actors in the industry, especially those from bilingual or bicultural backgrounds. Others have highlighted the importance of constructive criticism and solidarity within the community.
In the end, when the situation started with confrontation, both Derbez and Gomez’s responses expressed a willingness to learn and move on. “Emilia Perez,” with its intriguing premise and diverse cast, has already sparked conversations even before its release. Regardless of the controversy, the film will undoubtedly be a talking point for its exploration of identity, language and representation.
