Veteran rapper Flavor Flav, known for his candid admiration of artists who inspire him, recently extended his support to singer and actress Selena Gomez. The 65-year-old Fight the Power artist took to X (formerly Twitter) to commend Gomez for her openness about her health challenges, applauding her courage and transparency.
“I don’t know her personally,” Flav began, “but Selena Gomez is one of the STRONGEST and MOST BEAUTIFUL people inside and out.” His words were accompanied by a heartfelt photograph of Gomez, 32, capturing her grace and resilience. He continued, “I applaud her for being so open about her health and mental health. And I applaud her even more for clapping back at haterz,,, but she shouldn’t have to.”
Flavor Flav’s praise highlights the respect he holds for Gomez’s journey. The Lose You to Love Me singer has been candid about her struggles with lupus and bipolar disorder, using her platform to break the stigma surrounding mental health. In 2020, she launched the Rare Impact Fund, committing to fund organizations that provide youth mental health services and education worldwide. Through this initiative, Gomez donates 1% of all sales from her beauty brand, Rare Beauty, to support mental health care.
Gomez’s advocacy doesn’t end with financial contributions. Last month, in an interview with People, the Only Murders in the Building star opened up about the personal steps she takes to preserve her mental health. “Try not to isolate,” Gomez advised, acknowledging the importance of connecting with others while managing mental health. “I think it’s important to have moments alone,” she clarified, “but when you isolate, sometimes those feelings can just stay bottled up.”
In her continued mission to dismantle the silence around mental health struggles, Gomez encouraged fans to find trustworthy confidants. “Find one person to trust and tell your heart to,” she shared, noting that “it really does help to share.”
Flavor Flav’s vocal support for Gomez follows his previous praise of her close friend Taylor Swift. His admiration for both women underscores his appreciation for authenticity and resilience, qualities he sees reflected in Gomez’s journey.
By publicly supporting Gomez, Flavor Flav amplifies the importance of mental health awareness, lending his voice to a cause that resonates deeply with audiences across the globe. Through their advocacy, both Gomez and her supporters underscore the significance of transparency in health struggles, paving the way for others to seek help and support.
