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Selena Gomez Breaks Silence On How She Broke Her Hand: 'This Is Not Fun'

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By Fiyin Olowokandi on September 1, 2023 at 3:30 PM EDT

Selena Gomez is sharing the wild tale behind her broken hand, and it is not what anyone expected!

The multi-hyphenate star has been creating a buzz since her days as a child actress on "Barney & Friends" before spending her teenage years dominating Disney. Now, the 31-year-old is a celebrated singer, producer, and businesswoman.

Days after the media personality revealed she had injured her hand, the two-time Grammy nominee opened up about the incident.

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Selena Gomez Wishes She Had 'A Really Cool Story' About Her Broken Hand

A snippet of the "Who Says" hitmaker's recent appearance on "The Ellen K Morning Show" was shared on Instagram. In the clip, the host expressed concern about the entertainer's injury, noting she had experienced a similar incident.

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The revelation seemed to ease Gomez's mind as she appeared relieved not to be the only one nursing a broken hand. Recalling what happened to her, the "Wizards of Waverly Place" star wished the injury had occurred for a dramatic reason.

"I wish I had like a really cool story that I saved someone's life or something, but I was in a long dress, it was a summer dress, and I was walking from my car to my house and tripped," the Elle Beauty Award winner confessed.

When the host pointed out that, as a mother, she was happy the 31-year-old broke her hand and not her teeth, the Texas beauty admitted the doctor who attended to her had said the same thing.

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"I guess there is a silver lining," the TV personality continued, raising her hand to show the black cast and give viewers a little wave before declaring: "But this is not fun. This is not fun."

Additionally, Gomez acknowledged that it was "so sad" when Elle K noted it must be difficult having others dress her up amid her injury. However, looking at her glammed-up appearance, it was safe to say her helpers were doing a great job.

As stated, the "Only Murders in the Building" actress's update about what caused her injury came days after the businesswoman shared the news in an unlikely manner. The Serendipity ice-cream brand founder dropped the information of her broken hand following a fan account's promotion of her latest song, "Single Soon."

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In the post, the individual shared a news report about the entertainer's new single hitting the top 20 spots on the Billboard Hot 100 charts. The Selenator implored others to help Gomez achieve this goal by buying her music on streaming platforms.

Selena Gomez is making new music in Paris
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However, the 10-time Bravo Otto Award honoree claimed she did not make music for profit. “Broke my hand and had surgery. I don’t care about selling anything. I’m just happy to make music with my friends,” the multi-hyphenate star penned.

The "13 Reasons Why" executive producer's revelation received numerous positive responses. Many assured the entertainer that they only purchased her music because they enjoyed it while others advised her to be less modest and promote her new single.

The Rare Beauty Founder Flaunted Her Hand Cast In A Skimpy Ensemble

Days after informing fans of her health, the entrepreneur gave the first glimpse of her broken hand on her social media. The 31-year-old unveiled her cast in a sexy selfie on her Instagram Story. In the update, the "People You Know" songstress accentuated her envious figure in a casual look.

Gomez took the selfie before a massive vanity mirror at what appeared to be her home. The TV personality posed in a sleeveless white top over a pair of itty bitty shorts that clung to her body like a second skin.

The bodycon look emphasized the former child star's generous bosom and hips while showing off her toned arms and thighs. As for her handcast, the "Princess Protection Program" actress matched the black number with her shorts, turning the support item into a chic accessory.

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The mirror selfie also treated fans to the entertainer's stunning home with a smiling portrait of Gomez posing among a gorgeous group of women hung on the wall.

Selena Gomez declares she's single in "Single Soon"
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Another surprising appearance was the numerous Rare Beauty products swarming the vanity mirror’s counter, proving the July Moon Productions founder used her merchandise to achieve her glammed-up appearance.

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