‘Awards Chatter’ Live Pod: Selena Gomez on “Sisterhood” of ‘Emilia Pérez,’ Walking Away From Music and Returning to ‘Wizards’
The Hollywood ReporterStory by Scott Feinberg
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Selena Gomez reflects on her evolution from Disney darling to acclaimed dramatic actress, as she juggles three high-profile projects that showcase her versatility.
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- At 32, Gomez is the most Emmy-nominated Latina producer ever, and her performance in the Cannes-winning film 'Emilia Pérez' has sparked Oscar buzz.
- Gomez overcame her concerns about speaking Spanish on screen, with director Jacques Audiard tailoring the role to reflect her own struggles with language fluency as a Mexican-American.
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Selena Gomez, Steve Martin, Martin Short, Karla Sofía Gascón, Adriana Paz, Zoe Saldaña, Jacques Audiard, Camille, Clément Ducol, Disney Channel, Hulu, The Hollywood Reporter, Chapman University, Cannes Film Festival, Wizards of Waverly Place, Wizards Beyond Waverly Place, Only Murders in the Building, Emilia Pérez