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Fans don’t know how to feel about Selena Gomez‘s latest Instagram Story. On Friday, July 11, the Emilia Perez actress posted about the flash floods that recently hit central Texas. Apart from expressing sympathy for the lives lost during the disaster, Gomez revealed she would be donating to the state’s recovery and relief efforts. She also asked her followers for their financial support. While some praised her for raising awareness about the tragedy, others criticized her for asking the public for donations when her net worth is over a billion dollars.
Selena Gomez Heartbroken Over the Texas Flash Floods
Selena Gomez began her message by expressing her support for all of the victims of the flash floods. She said hearing about the news was especially devastating as a Texas native. “My heart breaks for those who have lost someone and anyone still missing,” she said. To help her home state rebuild, Gomez said she would be contributing to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund. She included a link to the fund on her Instagram Story and asked her followers to consider donating. Gomez then ended her post by reminding victims that mental health and crisis support is available to help them navigate through this difficult time.
Selena Gomez has been only of the only celebrities to speak up about the Texas flash floods. That’s why fans were happy to see her using her platform for good. “Such a beautiful gesture from Selena,” one person said after hearing she donated to the cause. “Selena is always so kind,” wrote another. One fan even dubbed her the “people’s princess” for her efforts.
Although many didn’t see a problem with her message, others took issue with her asking her followers for their financial support. Since she’s an A-list actress and singer, some felt Gomez should have made a big enough contribution that she wouldn’t have needed the public’s help. “She’s rich. She should donate herself,” read one comment. “Love her but she’s rich,” said another fan. “Her net worth is 1.3 billion,” someone else pointed out.
The Tragedy Has Claimed 120 Lives
Selena Gomez’s Instagram post about the Texas flash floods comes just days after the tragedy happened on Friday, July 4. According to CBS News, authorities have confirmed at least 120 deaths related to the incident. Over two dozen of those victims included campers and staff members of Camp Mystic, which is a Christian summer camp located along the Guadalupe River. While 120 people have been confirmed to be deceased, there are still 160 people missing in the Central Texas region.
Hearing the details about the Texas flash floods hit Selena Gomez hard, as someone born and raised in the Lone Star State. Although she may have gone on to take over Hollywood, it’s clear she hasn’t forgotten about her roots.
