Selena Gomez turned heads in London this weekend, wearing a braless tassel glitter dress that highlighted her recent weight loss. The 33-year-old singer and actress was photographed crossing a street in Mayfair, beaming in a body-hugging maxi gown with spaghetti straps and fringe details. Her choice to go braless emphasized her slender shoulders and waist, while the plunging neckline added a touch of elegance. However, fans quickly took to social media to comment on her appearance, with many pointing out that she 'looked better with a little weight' on her frame.
Selena has faced fluctuating weight over the years due to her battle with lupus, an autoimmune condition that requires medication. These medications can cause weight gain or loss, and she has been transparent about this with her followers. In 2024 and early 2025, she had a fuller figure, but by mid-2025, headlines began noting her weight loss. The recent London outing, shared by The Daily Mail and fan accounts, reignited discussions about her body. One user wrote, 'She looked better with a little weight,' while others speculated she might be using the drug Ozempic, a claim she has never confirmed.
Selena's Career and Public Life
Selena Gomez began her career as a child actress on the Disney Channel show 'Barney & Friends,' then rose to fame on 'Wizards of Waverly Place.' She transitioned into music, forming Selena Gomez & the Scene and later launching a successful solo career with hits like 'Come & Get It,' 'Good for You,' and 'Lose You to Love Me.' Beyond entertainment, she founded Rare Beauty, a cosmetics line that promotes mental health awareness. She has also produced shows like '13 Reasons Why' and starred in films such as 'Spring Breakers' and 'The Dead Don't Die.' Her personal life, including her relationship with Justin Bieber and her marriage to Benny Blanco last year, has been a constant topic of media scrutiny.
In 2017, Selena underwent a life-saving kidney transplant after lupus damaged her kidneys. The surgery came from her friend Francia Raisa, who donated the organ. Since then, Selena has been an advocate for chronic illness awareness, using her platform to discuss the challenges of living with lupus. Her weight fluctuations often coincide with her health status, and she has urged fans not to body-shame her. In a previous Instagram Live, she said, 'I just want to say it’s okay to not be okay, and your body can change.' Despite this, public commentary on her appearance continues.
Fan Reactions to the Glitter Dress
The photos from London show Selena wearing nude peach stilettos, minimal jewelry, and a glowing makeup look. Her defined brows and high cheekbones were on full display. She was seen heading to Gymkhana, an Indian restaurant in Mayfair, without her husband, music producer Benny Blanco. The couple married in a small ceremony in late 2025, and Blanco recently joked in an interview that Selena 'has the diet of a five-year-old,' referring to her love for simple foods like chicken nuggets and macaroni. Fans on X (formerly Twitter) shared side-by-side photos comparing her earlier curvier look to her current slimmer figure. One post from the fan account Selena Gomez India showed a 4K picture with the caption 'this 4K picture of selena gomez >>.' Another French fan account commented on her weight loss, saying 'Sa santé s'est améliorée et elle redevient de + en + fine' (her health improved and she becomes thinner and thinner).
However, not all feedback was positive. Multiple comments criticized her for appearing 'too skinny' or speculated about cosmetic procedures. A comment asking 'What has she done to her face?' garnered over 60 likes. In response, one user listed possible surgeries: buccal fat removal, temporal brow lift, nose job, and upper eyelid surgery. Selena has consistently denied having any plastic surgery. In a 2023 TikTok, she said, 'I have never had my nose done, I have never had my boobs done, I have never had any fillers.' She attributed changes in her face to aging, makeup, and weight fluctuations caused by lupus medication.
Health and Body Image in the Spotlight
Selena's weight has been a topic of discussion since her Disney days. In 2016, she canceled her Revival tour to focus on her mental health and lupus treatment. She later revealed she had been diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Her openness about these struggles has made her a role model for many young fans. Yet, the constant scrutiny of her body highlights the double-edged sword of fame. While she embraces a healthy lifestyle—often posting workouts on Instagram—she also acknowledges that her body changes. In a 2025 interview with Rolling Stone, she said, 'I'm not trying to be a certain size. I'm trying to be healthy.'
The recent London photos come at a time when Selena is working on new music. She hinted in a rare interview with SiriusXM that she is collaborating with producers for an album that 'feels like a diary.' Her husband Benny has also been supportive, saying in a podcast, 'She's the most talented person I know, and I'm grateful every day.' Despite the negative comments, Selena seems unbothered. She has a history of clapping back at body shamers, once commenting on a TikTok, 'This is my normal. I can't help what people think.'
Historical Context of Weight Fluctuations
Selena's lupus medications, particularly corticosteroids like prednisone, are known to cause weight gain and water retention. In 2023, she shared a photo with a puffy face and wrote, 'When I'm on steroids, I retain water, it's just what happens.' After her kidney transplant, she also had to take immunosuppressants that affect metabolism. Her weight has swung from a size 2 to a size 6 and back again over the years. In 2024, she told People magazine, 'I am not perfect, and I am not going to pretend to be. My body is constantly changing.' This honesty has earned her respect, but it hasn't stopped the online discourse.
What's Next for Selena?
As of May 2026, Selena is focused on her music, her beauty brand, and her marriage. Rare Beauty continues to thrive, recently launching a new line of concealer. She is also working with the Lupus Research Alliance. Her husband Benny Blanco, known for producing hits for Ed Sheeran and Justin Bieber, has been a steady presence in her life. In a recent podcast, he said he loves 'every version of Selena' and that they cook together nightly. The couple splits time between Los Angeles and London, where Selena was just spotted.
The debate over her weight loss is unlikely to fade, but Selena has made it clear she will live her life on her own terms. As she once tweeted, 'You can't please everyone, so you've got to please yourself.' Whether fans prefer her curvy or slim, Selena Gomez remains one of the most influential celebrities of her generation, using her platform to advocate for health, mental wellness, and self-acceptance.
Source: The Blast News