Selena Gomez is this year’s recipient of the Hispanic Heritage Foundation’s highly coveted Arts Award.
The 28-year-old actress received the honor for her ‘impact on American and global culture through her music, movies but also for her courage as an advocate for mental health.’
Gomez remotely accepted the award during Tuesday evening’s broadcast of the 33rd Annual Hispanic Heritage Awards on PBS.
Winner: Selena Gomez is this year’s recipient of the Hispanic Heritage Foundation’s highly coveted Arts Award; Gomez pictured in February
She delivered a heartfelt acceptance speech that briefly touched on her journey with mental health and encouraged others to ‘to continue to believe in their dreams.’
‘I want to continue knowing that just because of who I am, and just because of the hard work I do, I hope that it just inspires so many people to continue to believe in their dreams, believe that they’re capable, that they can — no matter what,’ Selena, began.
She went on to discuss the power that comes with being a public figure and that she is proud to use her voice for good.
‘And I’m just really grateful that I have had so many beautiful opportunities, and to be a voice in the community means a lot. And it’s a big responsibility, and I love that.’
Contributions: The 28-year-old actress received the honor for her ‘impact on American and global culture through her music, movies but also for her courage as an advocate for mental health’
She added. ‘And I promise more to come in the future for all kinds of stuff. So thank you!’
Selena made sure to address her passion for mental health awareness and how learning about the complex intricacies inspired her to help those with afflictions similar to her own.
‘I actually think that a lot of the answers I got for mental health just made me stronger,’ she revealed. ‘It gave me knowledge and I want nothing more than to help people who are experiencing the same thing,’ concluded the Wizards Of Waverly Place star.
From the heart: She delivered a heartfelt acceptance speech that briefly touched on her journey with mental health and encouraged others to ‘to continue to believe in their dreams’
Passion: Selena made sure to address her passion for mental health awareness and how learning about the complex intricacies inspired her to help those with afflictions similar to her own
The 33rd Annual Hispanic Heritage Awards was hosted by Sebastian Yatra and featured a slew of famous faces, including Jessica Alba, Linda Ronstadt, and Bad Bunny.
The annual award ceremony recognizes ‘the contributions and accomplishments of Latino leaders in various fields while celebrating cultural pride and the great promise to America,’ according to Billboard.
Selena was featured in the official promo trailer for the Hispanic Heritage Awards and she appeared to be wearing a modern black dress.
Honoring the best: The 33rd Annual Hispanic Heritage Awards was hosted by Sebastian Yatra and featured a slew of famous faces, including Jessica Alba, Linda Ronstadt, and Bad Bunny
Recognized: The annual award ceremony recognizes ‘the contributions and accomplishments of Latino leaders in various fields while celebrating cultural pride and the great promise to America,’ according to Billboard
Her lengthy brunette hair was parted down the middle and meticulously straightened to achieve an ultra sleek look.
Selena’s virtual appearance during Tuesday evening’s award ceremony comes shortly after the successful released of her makeup line Rare Beauty.
Rare Beauty, which is sold exclusively at Sephora stores, features a variety products aimed at enhancing one’s natural beauty.
Rare Beauty: Selena’s virtual appearance during Tuesday evening’s award ceremony comes shortly after the successful released of her makeup line Rare Beauty
