The 2025 Oscars brought together two actresses, Selena Gomez and Karla Sofía Gascón, who starred together in the film Emilia Pérez, for a highly anticipated and somewhat awkward reunion. The two women had not seen each other since Gascón’s controversial tweets resurfaced in late January, sparking widespread backlash. Among these tweets was a 2022 post in which Gascón allegedly called Gomez “a rich rat,” a comment that many interpreted as a personal attack. Despite the tension, the two actresses put on a united front during the ceremony, exchanging an awkward but cordial greeting before the show began. Gomez, who looked stunning in a rose gold gown, rose from her seat to kiss Gascón on the cheek, while Gascón, 52, appeared determined to move past the drama. The moment, which quickly went viral, left fans divided, with some questioning whether the gesture was genuine or merely a publicity stunt.
The drama surrounding Gascón escalated earlier this year when her old tweets about Muslims, George Floyd, and diversity at the 2021 Academy Awards resurfaced. The offensive posts, which spanned from 2016 to 2023, were screenshotted and shared online after Oscar nominations were announced, leading to widespread outrage. Gascón, who had been nominated for Best Actress for her role in Emilia Pérez, faced a public backlash that overshadowed her professional achievements. Her awards campaign was effectively derailed, and she ultimately lost the award to Mikey Madison for her performance in Anora. Adding fuel to the fire, internet sleuths uncovered another alleged tweet in which Gascón criticized Gomez’s rumored feud with Hailey Bieber, the wife of Gomez’s ex-boyfriend Justin Bieber. In the tweet, Gascón seemingly accused Gomez of playing the victim and meddling in her ex’s life. While Gascón later claimed the tweet about Gomez was fake, the damage to her reputation had already been done.
Despite the controversy, Gascón attempted to keep a low profile at the Oscars, opting not to walk the red carpet. However, her presence didn’t go unnoticed, especially when host Conan O’Brien addressed the situation during his opening monologue. The late-night legend, known for his sharp wit, made light of Gascón’s tweet scandal, joking that the number of F-words in the film Anora (479) was three times more than the record set by Gascón’s publicist, who he quipped must have repeatedly asked, “You tweeted what?” While the audience laughed at the remark, cameras didn’t capture Gascón’s reaction, leaving viewers wondering how she felt about being called out on live television. O’Brien didn’t stop there, adding another playful jab: “Karla, if you are going to tweet about the Oscars, remember my name is Jimmy Kimmel.” The joke was a lighthearted reminder that even celebrities aren’t immune to public scrutiny and that their words can have lasting consequences.
For her part, Selena Gomez has taken the high road in addressing the situation. In a recent interview, the Only Murders in the Building star admitted that the scandal had affected her relationship with Gascón, stating that “some of the magic” of working together “has disappeared.” However, Gomez emphasized that she remains proud of the film and grateful for the opportunity to be a part of it. “I live with no regrets,” she said, adding that she would do the movie over again if given the chance. Her comments reflect a sense of professionalism and resilience, as she choose
