In a surprising and endearing revelation, pop star and actress Selena Gomez has shared that her first childhood crush was none other than legendary rapper Ice Cube.
During a candid conversation with Colombian singer Karol G on the latest episode of Complex’s GOAT Talk series, Selena opened up about her early admiration for the rapper-turned-actor, best known for hits like You Can Do It and classic films such as Barbershop and Are We There Yet?
“Can I tell you my first one I had a crush on, Ice Cube?” Selena said with a laugh. “I had the biggest crush on him when 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.”
While Gomez didn’t clarify whether it was Ice Cube’s music or his tough-yet-charming movie roles that won her over, fans online have had a field day reacting to the unexpected childhood revelation.
Ice Cube, whose real name is O’Shea Jackson, has not yet responded to the comments, but the internet is already buzzing with memes and throwbacks.
This lighthearted confession comes amid Gomez’s busy schedule, which includes her Rare Beauty brand expansion and recent social updates involving friends Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz, who are reportedly spending time with her at her Los Angeles home.
It’s not every day that a pop icon admits to crushing on a rap legend — and fans are loving the crossover nostalgia.
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