Selena Gomez Shines at Women in Entertainment Gala: Advocates for Diversity and Inclusion

Selena Gomez captivated onlookers at The Hollywood Reporter’s Women in Entertainment Gala breakfast, held Wednesday at the iconic Beverly Hills Hotel. The 32-year-old actress turned heads in a chic off-the-shoulder black-and-white dress adorned with gold buttons, paired with Manolo Blahnik Camparipearl Mary Jane pumps. She completed her elegant look with a playful bob, peach-toned lipstick, and a black quilted Chanel purse.

The star-studded event, also attended by Jennifer Lawrence, Laura Dern, and Pamela Anderson, celebrated trailblazers in the industry. Gomez received the prestigious Equity in Entertainment Award and used her platform to advocate for greater representation in Hollywood.

In her speech, Gomez highlighted the importance of creating spaces for diverse voices and moving beyond tokenism to true inclusion. Reflecting on her journey, she recalled being told it was remarkable for a Latina to lead a show like Wizards of Waverly Place. “I wasn’t fully aware of what representation meant then, but I knew I wanted to live up to it,” she shared.

Sitting alongside friends like Lawrence and engaging with stars such as Kerry Washington and Molly Shannon, Gomez emphasized the need for young girls to see themselves as heroes. “Representation inspires,” she said passionately, promising to open doors for more Latina actresses and creatives in the industry.