Selena Gomez was the latest star to respond to Tony Hinchcliffe’s controversial joke about Puerto Rico at Donald Trump’s recent rally.
The actress, 32, said she “totally disagree with any comments that have been made recently” in an interview with Varietyafter the comedian compared Puerto Rico to a ‘floating island of garbage.’
Selena, who was born in Texas and has family of Mexican descent, added: “I definitely want to support my people.”
The star recently shared a video of herself submitting her ballot. He explained that he posted the clip because “people can sometimes forget that one vote can change everything.”
Her Emilia Pérez co-star Zoe Saldaña, 46, whose mother is Puerto Rican, also shared her thoughts on Hinchcliffe’s comment.
Selena Gomez, 32, was the latest star to respond to comedian Tony Hinchcliffe’s joke about Puerto Rico at Donald Trump’s recent Madison Square Garden rally; seen on October 28
Gomez, 32, said she “totally disagreed” with the comments in an interview with Variety, after Hinchcliffe (pictured) compared Puerto Rico to a “floating island of garbage.”
“It is sad that today, 2024, there is so much poverty in the character of so many people whom we mistakenly call leaders. “We have to elect leaders who truly represent who we are as human beings.”
On Monday, Gomez dropped off her official voting envelope in a mailbox on the way to the premiere of Wizards Beyond Waverly Place in Los Angeles.
She even accessorized her mesmerizing red sequin Rodarte dress with a matching clutch that featured her “I Voted” sticker.
‘IT’S TIME TO GO VOTE!!!’ he reminded his more than 58.2 TikTok followers.
This is his second time voting in a presidential election, as he admitted in 2020 that he previously felt like his vote didn’t matter as a Democrat living in a blue state.
“Honestly, I’m not ashamed to say this, but in a way, this was my first time,” she told Vogue at the time. ‘And I’m going to say that because I have never felt (and this is very true, and I now admit it to people) that my vote counts. Every vote counts. Some people get in their heads and say, “Oh, well, what does it matter?”‘
While mocking celebrity Democrats, Hinchcliffe’s unconventional comment sparked quite a reaction.
Jennifer Lopez, Bad Bunny and Ricky Martin were among several stars to support Harris after Hinchcliffe said during Trump’s raucous Madison Square Garden rally on Sunday: “There is literally a floating island of garbage in the middle of the ocean right now.” “. I think it’s called Puerto Rico.
The actress, who was born in Texas and has a family of Mexican descent, added: ‘I definitely want to support my people’; photographed on October 29 in Los Angeles.
Her Emilia Pérez co-star Zoe Saldaña, whose mother is Puerto Rican, also shared her opinion on Hinchcliffe’s comment, telling Variety: “It’s sad that today, 2024, there is so much poverty in the character of so many people we call wrongly leaders
Gómez recently shared a video of herself submitting her ballot. He explained that he posted the clip because “people can sometimes forget that one vote can change everything.”
He left his official voting envelope in a mailbox on the way to the premiere of Wizards Beyond Waverly Place in Los Angeles on Monday.
This is his second time voting in a presidential election, as he admitted in 2020 that he previously felt like his vote didn’t matter as a Democrat living in a blue state; seen on October 21
The joke received a lukewarm response from the crowd and widespread condemnation from Democrats, Republicans and even Trump’s own campaign. A series of Puerto Rican stars responded by endorsing Harris and sharing their plans for the US territory.
Martin, the Puerto Rican superstar with 18.6 million followers on Instagram, quickly shared a video of Harris’ appeal to Puerto Rican voters, along with a clip of Hinchcliffe’s disparaging comments.
“This is what they think of us,” Martín wrote in Spanish. ‘Vote for @kamalaharris.’
López shared the same video and several slides showing Harris’ policy in Puerto Rico to her 250 million followers.
The video shared by Bad Bunny on Instagram shows Harris saying “there is a lot at stake in this election for Puerto Rican voters and for Puerto Rico.” A representative for the artist confirmed that Bad Bunny is supporting Harris.
The artist then shared another part of the clip where Harris says: ‘I will never forget what Donald Trump did and did not do when Puerto Rico needed a supportive and competent leader.’
New York rapper Fat Joe wrote: ‘The man threw towels at you and blocked financial aid during Hurricane Maria and you Boris think he’s your man WAKE UP VOTE!!!!! This is what he really thinks of you.
Two Florida Republicans joined in condemning the prank, including Sen. Rick Scott.
‘This prank backfired for a reason. It’s not funny and it’s not true. Puerto Ricans are amazing people and amazing Americans! I have been to the island many times. “It’s a beautiful place,” Scott wrote.
Jennifer Lopez, Bad Bunny and Ricky Martin were among several stars who supported Harris after Hinchcliffe’s comment; López seen on October 26
López shared the same video and several slides showing Harris’ policy in Puerto Rico to her 250 million followers.
Bad Bunny also shared a clip of Harris, with her representative confirming that he will support her in the 2024 election.
Martin, the Puerto Rican superstar with 18.6 million followers on Instagram, quickly shared a video of Harris’ appeal to Puerto Rican voters, along with a clip of Hinchcliffe’s comments.
‘Everyone should visit us! I will always do everything I can to help any Puerto Rican in Florida or on the island.’
Congresswoman María Salazar wrote: ‘Disgusted by @TonyHinchcliffe’s racist comment calling Puerto Rico a “floating island of garbage.” “This rhetoric does not reflect the values of the Republican Party.”
‘Puerto Rico sent more than 48,000 soldiers to Vietnam, and more than 345 Purple Hearts were awarded. This bravery deserves respect,” he added. ‘Educate yourself!
Trump’s normally bellicose campaign took the rare step of distancing itself from Hinchcliffe.
“This joke does not reflect the views of President Trump or the campaign,” senior adviser Danielle Alvarez said in a statement.