Selena Gomez's husband, music producer Benny Blanco, recently shared candid details about the pop star's eating habits during a live taping of Gwyneth Paltrow's Goop podcast in West Hollywood. The discussion quickly turned to Gomez's diet, with Blanco joking that she "has the diet of a five-year-old child." According to reports from the Daily Mail, Blanco revealed that burgers, fries, and late-night fast food are regular staples in her diet. He even recalled finding her eating at Jack in the Box before 7 a.m. Paltrow reacted with mock horror, saying the meal was definitely not "Goop approved."
Selena Gomez's Own Admission About Her Diet
Gomez has long been transparent about her love for junk food. In past interviews, she admitted, "I do eat. The problem is I don't eat right." She has named candy favorites like M&M's, Kit Kats, Snickers, and Goobers, along with cravings for Hot Cheetos, fried chicken, and tacos. Her tour bus was famously stocked with snacks like chocolate and pickles. Despite her eating habits, the singer maintains her fitness through HIIT sessions, barre classes, and regular gym routines. Some fluctuations in her weight have been tied to her ongoing battle with lupus, a condition she has discussed publicly for years.
Health Struggles and Weight Scrutiny
In 2017, the 33-year-old pop star underwent a kidney transplant due to complications from lupus, with actress Francia Raisa donating the kidney. Gomez has also addressed public commentary surrounding her appearance, previously admitting that constant scrutiny over her weight had taken an emotional toll on her. She said on the Jay Shetty Podcast, "Everyone just has something to say, and it's really making me sad and — not even sad 'cause, I'm not a victim — I just think it's made me a tad bitter, and I feel really guilty for saying that, but it's true."
Gomez's Culinary Journey: 'Selena + Chef'
Beyond her music and acting career, Gomez has explored the culinary world through television. In 2020, she launched the HBO Max cooking series Selena + Chef, explaining that the show was partly inspired by her desire to stop being "a complete disaster" in the kitchen. The series followed Gomez as professional chefs guided her through different recipes and cuisines from her own home kitchen. Although she has often joked about her limited cooking abilities, the Wizards of Waverly Place alum later admitted she had improved significantly over time, saying she had "come a long way" since the series began. She once rated her culinary skills as only "5 out of 10," but the show's popularity helped it run for four seasons before leading to the 2024 spin-off Selena + Restaurant.
Benny Blanco's Cooking Takes the Lead
Gomez has also praised her husband, Blanco, for being the stronger cook in their relationship. During an appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, she joked that while Blanco handled the cooking, she mostly "watched and encouraged" him during their Thanksgiving hosting duties. Blanco's passion for food extended beyond home cooking as well. In 2024, the producer released his cookbook, Open Wide: A Cookbook for Friends, which became a bestseller.
Rare Beauty's Inclusive Representation Campaign
Meanwhile, Gomez is also embracing her Mexican heritage and championing broader representation within the Latine community through the latest campaign for her beauty brand, Rare Beauty. She unveiled a new campaign for Rare Beauty's True to Myself Natural Matte Longwear Foundation, featuring 48 individuals from across Latin America to match the product's 48 different shades. The campaign, photographed by Chicana and Costa Rican creative Brittany Bravo, also includes personalities such as Desi Perkins, Monica Veloz, and Mikayla Nogueira. Speaking about the project, Gomez said seeing a wide range of skin tones and identities represented so intentionally reflected the vision she had when she first launched Rare Beauty. According to the singer, the campaign is "not just about makeup. It's about that feeling of seeing yourself reflected in the media and advertising that we all consume." She added, "It reminds me that our community is never just one thing. We are vibrant, nuanced, and everyone's story deserves to be told."
Selena Gomez's Career and Influence
Selena Gomez rose to fame as a child star on Barney & Friends before achieving major success on Disney Channel's Wizards of Waverly Place. She transitioned into music with her band Selena Gomez & the Scene, releasing hits like "Naturally" and "Love You Like a Love Song." As a solo artist, she has delivered chart-topping singles such as "Come & Get It," "Good for You," and "Lose You to Love Me." Her acting career includes roles in films like Spring Breakers, The Fundamentals of Caring, and Only Murders in the Building, for which she earned critical acclaim and award nominations. Beyond entertainment, Gomez launched Rare Beauty in 2020, which emphasizes mental health advocacy and inclusivity. The brand's Rare Impact Fund aims to raise $100 million for mental health services. She also serves as an executive producer on several projects, including the Netflix series 13 Reasons Why and the documentary Living Undocumented.
Philanthropy and Advocacy
Gomez is also known for her philanthropy. She has worked with UNICEF, raising funds for children in need, and has been vocal about lupus awareness. In 2019, she received the McLean Award for her mental health advocacy. She often uses her platform to discuss the importance of representation and self-acceptance. The Rare Beauty campaign is just one example of her commitment to uplifting underrepresented voices.
Despite her busy schedule, Gomez continues to navigate her personal life with humor and honesty, acknowledging her flaws while inspiring millions. Her husband's recent comments about her diet have only added to her relatable image, reminding fans that even a global superstar enjoys the occasional fast-food breakfast.
Source: Yahoo Entertainment News