American singer Selena Gomez, took to her Instagram story on Thursday, 2nd November 2023, to announce her intention to delete her Instagram account following criticism over her comments on the Israel-Palestine conflict.
In a now-deleted Instagram Story, she expressed her dismay at the ongoing violence and stated her decision to take a break from social media.
The ‘Single Soon’ crooner said she has been inactive on her socials because of the horror, hate, violence, and terror that’s going on in the world which makes her heart break every time.
She wrote via her Instagram story: I wish I could “change the world.”
I’ve been taking a break from social media because my heart breaks to see all of the horror, hate, violence and terror that’s going on in the world. People being tortured and killed or any act of hate towards any one group is horrific. We need to protect all people, especially children, and stop the violence for good. I’m sorry if my words will never be enough for everyone or a hashtag. I just can’t stand by innocent people getting hurt. That’s what makes me sick. I wish I could change the world. But a post won’t.”
Selena Gomez – American singer
She added;
“We need to protect ALL people, especially children and stop the violence for good.””I’m sorry if my words will never be enough for everyone or a hashtag. I just can’t stand by innocent people getting hurt. That’s what makes me sick. I wish I could change the world. But a post won’t,” she wrote further. “Having a sister every day has made me tragically sick. I would do anything for children and innocent lives.
Selena Gomez
Selena is the most followed female celebrity on Instagram, with 430 million followers.
Despite her initial announcement, the account remains active.
Story: Christy Dung