The singer and actress Selena Gomez turned heads at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards with her stunning red dress. The star, who was nominated for three awards, including Video of the Year for her hit song “Lose You to Love Me”, showed off her curves and confidence in a strapless gown that featured a thigh-high slit and a ruffled train. She completed her look with matching red heels, diamond earrings, and a sleek ponytail.
Selena Gomez Teases Her VMAs Look on Instagram
Before hitting the red carpet, Selena Gomez teased her fans with a glimpse of her VMAs outfit on Instagram. She posted a video of herself in a bathrobe, holding a red dress and smiling at the camera. She captioned the post, “Getting ready for the VMAs. See you soon.” The video quickly racked up millions of views and comments from her followers, who expressed their excitement and admiration for her.
Selena Gomez Performs with Blackpink at the VMAs
Selena Gomez also took the stage at the VMAs to perform her collaboration with the K-pop group Blackpink, “Ice Cream”. The song, which was released in August 2023, was a global smash hit, reaching the top 10 in several countries and breaking records on YouTube and Spotify. The performance marked the first time that Selena Gomez and Blackpink performed together live, and they delivered a sweet and sassy show that had the audience cheering.
Selena Gomez Wins Video of the Year for “Lose You to Love Me”
The highlight of the night for Selena Gomez was winning the coveted Video of the Year award for her emotional ballad “Lose You to Love Me”. The song, which was co-written by Julia Michaels and Justin Tranter, was inspired by Selena Gomez’s breakup with Justin Bieber. The video, which was directed by Sophie Muller, featured Selena Gomez singing in front of a black-and-white backdrop, showcasing her raw vulnerability and strength.
In her acceptance speech, Selena Gomez thanked her fans, her team, and her collaborators for their support. She also dedicated the award to anyone who has ever felt broken by love. She said, “This song was very personal to me, and I’m so grateful that it resonated with so many people. I want to say to anyone who is going through a hard time, you are not alone. You can heal. You can love yourself. And you can find happiness again.”