Selena Gomez has recently opened up about a challenging period in her life, revealing that the 2010 was her lowest point despite her “It Girl” status and high-profile relationship with Justin Bieber.

Gomez shared her candid thoughts in response to a fan’s TikTok video, which featured a throwback clip of her with Bieber’s song “Company” playing in the background. The caption of the video suggested that she was at her peak during that time, stating, “I know and so do you that at the time she would never have gotten engaged to Benny [Blanco], she was in her IT GIRL era.”

Selena took the opportunity to clarify her feelings from that era, commenting, “Kinda makes me laugh because I was so depressed back then lol.”

The video showed Selena confidently walking at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in November 2015, where she performed and looked stunning. However, her comment highlights the disconnect between her glamorous public image and her private struggles.

Selena and Justin’s on-and-off relationship was constantly in the spotlight from 2010 to 2018. They officially ended their romance in 2018. Justin quickly moved on and married Hailey Bieber, with whom he is now expecting his first child.

Meanwhile, Selena has been vocal about finding happiness with her current boyfriend, Benny Blanco. The couple went public with their relationship in December 2023, and Selena has expressed that she is now happier than ever.

Selena’s openness about her past struggles serves as a reminder that public appearances can often mask private pain. It also highlights the importance of mental health and finding true happiness beyond the spotlight.