Selena Gomez Responds Gracefully to Hailey Bieber’s Beauty Brand Remarks, Urges Fans to End Online Drama

Selena Gomez has once again demonstrated her commitment to goodness and maturity in the face of public criticism. In response to some recent comments by Hailey Bieber widely viewed as a backhanded compliment to Gomez's beauty line, Rare Beauty, Selena addressed the issue directly on social media.

Rather than throwing fuel on the fire, Gomez urged her followers to spare Hailey from attack, saying, "She can say what she wants. Leave the girl alone." Her response was widely praised for its grace and refusal to engage in cyberbullying. The animosity between the two actresses has been subject to speculation for years and has often been fueled by fan speculation and cyber commentaries.

Hailey's remarks, which appeared to question the authenticity and meaning of certain beauty brands, triggered immediate outrage online. The remarks were taken by many to be aimed at Gomez, and they released a wave of support for the singer and entrepreneur. Gomez's reasonable reply, though, reversed the situation, emphasizing compassion and not stoking the negativity.

This is not the first public feud Selena has gone high. Her steadfast advocacy for mental health and kindness continues to ring true among fans and counterparts in the industry, as well. Going high rather than fighting builds greater brand authority for her brand and teaches good lessons to others in a highly polarized online environment.