Selena Gomez's Spanish Slip-Up: A Cuss Word Blunder!
Selena Gomez's Spanish Struggles Exposed: A Hilarious and Humbling Moment with Karol G
In a jaw-dropping moment that left fans giggling, Selena Gomez revealed her shocking lack of Spanish skills during an interview with Colombian superstar Karol G for TheScholarlyNote.com. The 32-year-old actress, known for her chart-topping hits and Disney Channel roots, was discussing "GOAT Spanish slang" with the 34-year-old songstress when she let slip a rather...unfortunate word.
As seen in the clip shared on TheScholarlyNote.com's Instagram account, Gomez and Karol G were deep in conversation when the actress blurted out an expletive that left Karol G looking surprised. "The only thing I remember saying is 'c**o,'" Selena confessed, prompting Karol to repeat the word with a mix of amusement and surprise.
Karol G quickly jumped in to correct Gomez, explaining that she had used a rather...colorful expression. "I think that's like, 'Oh, **!'" Karol said with a chuckle, leaving Selena looking sheepish. The QLONA hitmaker then offered an alternative phrase, "Chingon," which Gomez eagerly repeated.
The internet was abuzz with reactions, ranging from sympathetic to hilarious. One fan quipped, "Selena don't know what is c**o omg," while another joked, "Lol that's sad she really never tried to get her Spanish up." Some supporters came to the actress's defense, praising her for trying and applauding her joint interview with Karol G.
This candid moment comes on the heels of Gomez's recent attempt to reconnect with her Spanish roots. Last year, she faced backlash over her Spanish in the Oscar-nominated film Emilia Perez, with Mexican actor Eugenio Derbez criticizing her accent and performance. However, Gomez defended herself in the comment section of a TikTok video, stating, "I understand where you are coming from...I'm sorry I did the best I could with the time I was given."
In an effort to improve her Spanish skills, Gomez revealed that she had studied the language for six months prior to filming. During an interview with NPR's Fresh Air, she explained, "I got my first job at 7, and most of my jobs from that point on were English. And I just lost [my Spanish]. That's kind of the case for a lot of people, especially Mexican American people."
Gomez has been open about her struggles to maintain her Spanish fluency, citing her busy schedule and early start in the entertainment industry as contributing factors. However, she has expressed a desire to honor her culture and has released an album in Spanish, "Rare," which debuted in 2020.
The actress's recent foray into Spanish-language projects comes on the heels of a highly publicized feud with Hailey Bieber, who unfollowed Gomez on social media. The two had been friends since their Disney Channel days, but their friendship has reportedly cooled in recent months.
In other news, Gomez was spotted sporting a bold new look on Instagram, complete with bangs and a vibrant orange lip color. She captioned the photo, "I would, but I'd regret it, then get it redone so I simply won't #bangs." However, she later clarified that she had been wearing a wig for an appearance at the 2025 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards.
As Gomez continues to navigate her personal and professional life, one thing is certain: her fans will be eagerly watching her next move – and cheering her on as she strives to improve her Spanish skills!
