Selena Gomez Faces Online Criticism Over Nicotine Vaping Admission
Selena Gomez faces online criticism after speaking about her struggle to quit nicotine vaping.
Singer and actress Selena Gomez has faced criticism on social media after speaking openly about her struggle to quit nicotine vaping. Her comments also renewed online discussion about her 2017 kidney transplant and her relationship with donor Francia Raisa.
In an Instagram Stories post on October 18, Gomez said nicotine vaping had affected her voice. She also acknowledged that quitting the habit had proved difficult.
“I’m not gonna be able to change my voice,” Gomez said. “I vaped nicotine a lot.”
She went on to describe the challenge of quitting nicotine. Moreover, she encouraged people who vape or are considering starting to reconsider the habit.
“Nicotine is so hard to quit,” she said. “It’s just not worth it.”
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Gomez also expressed frustration over the effect she believes vaping had on her voice. Her remarks prompted mixed reactions online, with some users questioning her continued nicotine use after her kidney transplant.
Social Media Users React to Gomez’s Comments
Several social media users criticised Gomez and brought up Raisa’s decision to donate a kidney to her in 2017.
One user questioned why Gomez continued smoking after receiving the organ donation. Another criticised her alleged continued nicotine use, describing the situation as disrespectful to her former friend.
However, these reactions reflect users’ opinions and do not establish the details of Gomez’s current health or medical circumstances.
Revisiting the Kidney Donation
Raisa donated a kidney to Gomez in 2017 after the singer experienced serious complications related to lupus, an autoimmune disease.
The donation attracted widespread attention at the time. Gomez later spoke publicly about the transplant and the importance of Raisa’s support during a difficult period in her life.
Their friendship has since attracted public interest, particularly whenever either woman makes a statement that prompts speculation about their relationship.
Nevertheless, the latest online debate centres on Gomez’s comments about nicotine and her efforts to quit. The available remarks do not establish Raisa’s views on the situation.
Gomez Encourages Others to Quit
Despite the criticism, Gomez used her message to encourage people struggling with nicotine dependence. She acknowledged that quitting can be difficult but urged others not to give up.
“If you are going through something, you can get through it too,” she said.
Her comments have renewed discussion about vaping, nicotine dependence and the pressures public figures face when sharing personal struggles online.
