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7 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Selena Gomez Says Ice Cube Was Her Childhood Celebrity Crush: ‘I Just Thought He Would Protect Me'
Selena Gomez has revealed that she had a crush on Ice Cube during her childhood. Gomez joined Karol G for an episode of Complex's GOAT Talk on Wednesday (June 25), where she opened up about her Eminem fandom and why she loved Ice Cube so much. More from Billboard Offset Reveals Sabrina Carpenter as His Celebrity Crush: 'She Got It All Together' AC/DC Plug In Extra Stadium Dates for Australia's Power-Hungry Fans Brandy and Monica Reveal 'The Boy Is Mine' Was Inspired by 'Jerry Springer' 'Can I tell you my first one I had a crush on, Ice Cube?' the multi-hyphenate admitted around the 12-minute mark. 'I had the biggest crush on him when I was, like, 5. It's so weird, but I just thought he would protect me. I'm only saying it simply based on my childhood.' Gomez didn't specify if it was his music or the various blockbusters Cube starred in throughout the '90s that caught her eye. The 32-year-old singer/actress also showed love to Eminem while recalling her father, who was a DJ, cooking up remixes featuring Slim Shady. 'One of mine was Eminem only because I grew up listening to him. My dad was a DJ and he would remix all kinds of songs, and every time it was an Eminem song, I would just get so excited,' she explained. Karol G listed a pair of rhymers for her GOAT rapper, going with Eminem when she was growing up and Nicki Minaj for the new school. As far as her love life these days, Gomez is engaged to producer Benny Blanco. The couple teamed up for a 26-track joint project, I Said I Love You First… And You Said It Back, in May, which features Gracie Abrams, GloRilla, J Balvin and The Marias. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Perth Now
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Selena Gomez had 'the biggest crush' on Ice Cube
Selena Gomez used to have the "biggest crush" on Ice Cube. The 32-year-old beauty - who is engaged to record producer Benny Blanco - has revealed that she had a big crush on the rap star during her younger years. Appearing on a new episode of Complex's GOAT Talk, Selena said: "Can I tell you my first one that I had a crush on, Ice Cube? I had the biggest crush on him when I was, like, five." Selena subsequently explained why she was so infatuated with the rapper. She shared: "It's so weird, but I just thought he would protect me. "I'm only saying it simply based on my childhood." Selena actually listened to a lot of rap music during her younger years, and she was a huge fan of Eminem at the time, too. The chart-topping star explained: "One of [my favourite rappers] was Eminem only because I grew up listening to him "My dad was a DJ so he would remix all kinds of songs, and every time it was an Eminem song, I would just get so excited." Selena announced her engagement to Benny in December 2024, and the brunette beauty previously revealed that she feels "so excited" about the prospect of having children. The singer admitted that she'd love to raise children with Benny one day. Selena - who previously revealed that she isn't able to carry her own children - said on the Jay Shetty Podcast: "I don't know what will happen, obviously, but I love children. I have an 11-year-old sister that I absolutely adore. "I love making [children] laugh; they're just so sweet. So absolutely, when that day comes, I'm so excited for it." Selena first found stardom as a child, and Benny believes that she still shares a connection with children. The 37-year-old producer explained: "When you started doing this you were a kid and that was your way to connect to people and I feel like you still feel like you have that obligation to connect with young kids. "You shaped so many young people's lives, whether it was 'Barney', 'Wizards of Waverly Place' ... you're still finding your way to do that."
Hindustan Times
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Selena Gomez reveals she had the ‘biggest crush' on this rapper when she was 5
Selena Gomez has revealed she had a huge crush on rapper Ice Cube during her childhood days. The 32-year-old singer made the confession during an appearance on the latest episode of Complex's web series GOAT Talk on Wednesday. File photo of Selena Gomez(REUTERS) On the show, Gomez and singer Karol G discussed their 'G.O.A.T. (Greatest Of All Time)' rappers, People magazine reported. Opening up about her favourites in the entertainment industry, Gomez shared that Eminem was one of them as she 'grew up listening to him.' The beauty mogul and producer shared that her father was a DJ and used to remix various kinds of songs, adding that whenever she heard any of Eminem's songs, she used to 'get so excited.' Later on, she opened up on the show about her love for Ice Cube. Gomez said she had 'the biggest crush on him' when she was a child. 'Can I tell you my first one that I had a crush on? Ice Cube,' said the singer, adding that she liked him when she was five years old. Although she considered it 'weird,' Gomez said she used to think that he would 'protect' her. She noted that it was 'simply' based on her childhood. In reply to Gomez's revelation, Karol G could not help but start gushing about how much she liked it. Meanwhile, the BICHOTA hitmaker shared that Eminem used to be her favourite childhood rapper, but her 'G.O.A.T.' rapper now is Nicki Minaj. She stated that Eminem was the first rapper in her life she was 'super obsessed with.' But now she considers Nicki Minaj as 'one of the best.' Notably, Karol G collaborated with Nicki Minaj in 2019 for the single Tusa. Additionally, Gomez also spoke about one singer with whom she looks forward to collaborating next. When Karol G asked her to name the artist she most wants to collaborate with, Gomez answered that she wants to work with Ariana Grande. 'I don't know, she's... I love her era,' she added. ALSO READ: Selena Gomez opens up about 'baggage from past relationships', admits making mistakes: 'I was very reactive' FAQs: 1. What's Ice Cube doing next? He is all set to embark on the Truth to Power: 4 Decades of Attitude tour later this year. 2. Who is Selena Gomez currently dating? She is currently engaged to music producer Benny Blanco. They released their collaborative album, I Said I Love You First, earlier this year. 3. When did Selena Gomez appear on GOAT Talk? She appeared on the show on Wednesday, June 25.
Pink Villa
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Selena Gomez Once Thought 'Crush' Ice Cube Would 'Protect' Her Amid Benny Blanco Engagement: 'I'm Only Saying...'
Selena Gomez has revealed her childhood crush. The musician sat down for a conversation with Karol G on the recent episode of GOAT Talk, where she revealed that she was charmed by Ice Cube and believed that the rapper would 'protect' her. The singer's confession comes amid Gomez's engagement with Benny Blanco. Apart from her childhood crush, the Only Murders in the Building star also went on to reveal her favorite rapper to be Eminem. Selena Gomez's childhood crush revealed While in a conversation with the podcast host, Gomez shared that her crush on Ice Cube was solely based on the fact that she believed the artist would keep her protected. The Monte Carlo star went on to say to Karol G, 'But can I tell you my first one that I had a crush on? Ice Cube.' She further explained, 'I had the biggest crush on him. I was, like, five. It's so weird but I just thought he would protect me … I'm only saying it simply based on my childhood.' Moreover, Gomez spoke about how she adores Eminem, who was a big part of her growing-up years. She said, 'One of mine was Eminem only because I grew up listening to my dad, who was a DJ. He would remix all kinds of songs, and every time it was an Eminem song, I would just get so excited.' Meanwhile, the Love On crooner is not the only musician to have revealed her crush in recent times. Offset, too, revealed having a crush on Sabrina Carpenter while indulging in mind-reading with magician Anna DeGuzman. The rapper, who recently parted ways from ex-wife Cardi B, revealed, 'I feel like, artistically, like she got it all together.' The fans went wild with their reactions to Offset's confession.
Express Tribune
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Selena Gomez reveals unlikely childhood crush - and it wasn't a pop star
Selena Gomez recently took a nostalgic trip down memory lane during her appearance on GOAT Talk, a YouTube series by Complex, where she was joined by fellow singer Karol G. While discussing their all-time favorites, the Only Murders in the Building star shared a surprising revelation - her first-ever celebrity crush was none other than rapper and actor Ice Cube. 'When I was about five, I had the biggest crush on Ice Cube,' Selena admitted, laughing. 'It's so random, but I always felt like he could protect me. That was enough for my childhood self.' She didn't clarify whether her admiration stemmed from his music or his film roles, like in Barbershop or Are We There Yet?, but it's clear the West Coast icon left a lasting impression. Gomez, also opened up about another artist who played a major role in her early music memories: Eminem. 'My dad was a DJ and constantly made remixes - especially with Eminem. I'd get so excited every time he played one,' she said. Karol G, in turn, named Eminem as her GOAT rapper while growing up, and chose Nicki Minaj for today's generation. Outside of her nostalgic confessions, Gomez briefly touched on her current relationship with producer Benny Blanco. The couple recently released a 26-track collaborative album I Said I Love You First… And You Said It Back, featuring artists like GloRilla, J Balvin, Gracie Abrams, and The Marías.
