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Entertainment · October 19, 2026

Selena Gomez reveals the addiction that changed her voice ‘permanently’: ‘It’s just not worth it’

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Selena Gomez revealed in an Instagram Story on October 18 that her voice has been permanently altered by a previous nicotine vaping habit. The 34-year-old artist and entrepreneur described the addiction as "so hard to quit" and advised her followers that the habit is "not worth it." While acknowledging that her voice may not return to its previous state, Gomez shared that she has successfully stopped vaping and encouraged others struggling with addiction to persevere. This admission follows years of public speculation regarding changes to her vocal quality, which she previously attributed to throat swelling and side effects from medications used to treat lupus and bipolar disorder.

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Reported by multiple outlets

  • Selena Gomez posted an Instagram Story video on Sunday, October 18.
  • Gomez admitted that vaping nicotine has changed her voice.
  • She stated that she has successfully quit the habit.
  • She advised fans that vaping is 'not worth it' and described it as 'stupid'.
  • Gomez is 34 years old.
  • She previously addressed vocal changes in December 2025, then attributing them to throat swelling.

Reported by only some outlets

  • Us Weekly reports Gomez has been photographed with vapes several times over the years, including in Rome in 2018.
  • New York Post and Billboard note that Gomez's lupus and its treatments can also cause vocal fatigue and inflammation.
  • Billboard cites Cleveland Clinic data regarding the dangers of vaping, such as lung scarring and throat irritation.
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