Selena Gomez is no stranger to being accused of playing the victim. This narrative has followed her ever since her dating life became the talk of America. Despite her constant push for kindness, the naysayers often brush it off as nothing more than a sympathy grab. And Selena Gomez’s openness about her personal struggles has only fueled this discourse. But that is not making Gomez second-guess herself one bit.

Gomez recently opened up about the backlash over her candidness about health battles, and how some have twisted it into victimhood. 

Selena Gomez recently graced the Women in Film event in California. There, she took the opportunity to highlight the strength in being vulnerable and authentic- a video of which has gone viral on X. "That is not shameful," Gomez stated about seeking help or even talking about personal struggles. She also shared that her honesty stems from a desire to "advocate for women"- because those battles are what truly shape her. "So ***ew anyone who tells you you're a victim," Gomez added. "You're a survivor in my book".

Selena Gomez recently faced backlash from fans after revealing to Vanity Fair that she is unable to carry a pregnancy to term. The 'Who Syas' singer has also been facing some mental health challenges, which she is not afraid to speak about. The conversation of Gomez playing a ‘victim’ was also raised during the star’s documentary release.

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Responding to the reaction to her documentary, Selena Gomez shared why she still does not regret sharing her darkest moments with fans.

In her Vanity Fair interview, Selena Gomez revealed that she was asked if she wanted to cancel her documentary, Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me, because of how personal it was. The Apple TV film dived into her bipolar diagnosis and the immense pressure of living in the public eye. But rather than retreating, Gomez decided to lean into it, despite the trolls who criticize everything from her body to her relationship.

Addressing the 'victim' label that some have tried to place on her, Gomez said that it "frustrates" her, because she sees vulnerability as one of the greatest forms of strength. “I'm no victim. I just survived a lot,” said the 32-year-old. Despite the criticism and trolling, Selena Gomez’s willingness to be open about her mental and physical health has only made her more relatable to fans.

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