Flavor Flav is not just a proud member of the Swiftie community—he’s also a dedicated Selenator. The Public Enemy rapper, who has become known for his enthusiasm about Taylor Swift’s Eras tour, recently took to X (formerly Twitter) to offer heartfelt praise for Selena Gomez, highlighting the strength and beauty he sees in her as she openly discusses her health and mental wellness.
On November 5, Flavor Flav shared a post admiring Gomez for her courage in speaking out about her personal struggles, writing, “I don’t know her personally, but Selena Gomez is one of the STRONGEST and MOST BEAUTIFUL people inside and out.” Along with the compliment, Flav posted a photo of the 32-year-old singer and actress, further emphasizing his admiration.
“I applaud her for being so open about her health and mental health,” Flav continued, noting that it takes immense strength to be so vulnerable. “And I applaud her even more for clapping back at haterz… but she shouldn’t have to.”
This declaration comes as Selena Gomez continues to inspire fans with her honesty about her health battles. The “Rare” artist has been vocal about living with lupus and bipolar disorder, and she’s used her platform to advocate for mental health awareness. In 2020, she launched the Rare Impact Fund, an extension of her Rare Beauty brand, which donates 1% of all sales to organizations that increase access to youth mental health services and education.
Gomez’s willingness to discuss her struggles and prioritize her mental health has made her an important figure in the conversation around mental health advocacy. In a recent exclusive with People, Gomez shared her approach to managing her well-being: “Try not to isolate,” she advised, adding that while alone time is important, “when you isolate, sometimes those feelings can just stay bottled up.”
She further encouraged fans to “find one person to trust and tell your heart to,” explaining how essential it is to have someone in your life with whom you can share your vulnerabilities. “It really does help to share,” she noted.
Flavor Flav, who has become increasingly outspoken about his admiration for Taylor Swift in recent months, is clearly a fan of both Swift and Gomez. In his post following his shoutout to Gomez, Flav shared a gif of the two best friends—Swift and Gomez—chatting together, with the caption, “Me finding out Taylor and Selena are best friends.” It’s clear that Flav not only supports Gomez’s work in mental health advocacy but also admires the close friendships that have shaped her journey.
As Gomez continues to break barriers in the entertainment industry while also advocating for mental health, her ability to share her story and inspire others serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of openness and self-care. And with public support from the likes of Flavor Flav, it’s clear that her impact is only growing.
Read more: