Selena Gomez, the actor-singer and founder of Rare Beauty, has publicly shared that her former nicotine vaping habit has permanently affected her voice. In an Instagram video posted on Sunday, Gomez stated, 'I’m not going to be able to change my voice,' adding that she 'vaped nicotine a lot' before quitting. She urged fans to avoid vaping, calling the habit 'so stupid' and emphasizing that it 'changed my voice.'
Gomez also reflected on the difficulty of quitting, acknowledging that 'it’s so hard to quit' and that her efforts to stop have been challenging. Despite the setbacks, she expressed optimism about maintaining her progress, saying, 'I am really excited because I stopped.' Her message came as part of an anti-vaping public service announcement shared via her Instagram stories.
The singer has previously discussed her health struggles, including her experiences with lupus and mental health challenges. In December, she addressed concerns about her vocal tone, stating that 'sometimes things happen' and that her throat 'swells inside sometimes.'
Gomez’s disclosure follows years of advocacy for mental health awareness through her Rare Beauty brand. She has also been open about her personal life, including her recent wedding to Benny Blanco and discussions about future plans to start a family. The couple celebrated their first anniversary last month.
Health experts have long warned about the risks of nicotine vapes, which have been linked to lung and oral cancer, lung tissue inflammation, impaired brain development, and addiction. Gomez did not specify the exact medical impact on her voice but confirmed that vaping has had a lasting effect on her vocal quality.