<p id=”par-1_55″><a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/tag/selena-gomez/”>Selena Gomez</a>’s <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/selena-gomez-didnt-want-sing-dance-only-murders-in-the-building.html/”>acting career continues to evolve</a>, with her starring role in the upcoming musical crime-comedy, <em>Emilia <em>Pérez</em></em>. Playing the ex-wife of a transgender Mexican cartel leader trying to evade capture, Gomez is receiving early praise for her “bold” and “captivating” performance. Critics anticipate the film could mark a significant step in her acting trajectory.</p>
<figure class=”wp-block-image size-full” id=”emb-1″><img decoding=”async” src=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Selena-Gomez-Emilia-Perez-October-13-BAFTA.webp?strip=all&quality=80″ alt=”Wearing a black gown, Selena Gomez poses for photos at the BAFTA Film preview of ‘Emilia Pérez'” class=”wp-image-3726641″><figcaption class=”wp-element-caption”>Selena Gomez during the BAFTA Film preview of ‘Emilia Pérez’ on October 13, 2024 | Kate Green/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA</figcaption></figure>
<p id=”par-2_51″>On October 13, <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/selena-gomez-documentary-my-mind-me-helped-feel-wasnt-prop-people.html/”>Gomez attended</a> the BAFTA Film preview of <em>Emilia Pérez</em> with co-stars Zoë Saldaña and Karla Sofía Gascón. At 195 Piccadilly in London’s Square Mile, the 32-year-old wore a stunning black gown wit intricate cap shoulders as she discussed her role as Jessi Del Monte, reports <a href=”https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1239963-selena-gomez-makes-enchanting-appearance-for-emilia-perez-screening-at-bafta” target=”_blank” rel=”noreferrer noopener”>The News International</a>.</p>
<p id=”par-3_41″>Gomez said, “I wanted to be a part of [<em>Emilia Pérez</em>] for many reasons. As an actor, you’re so lucky to work with someone like [director] Jacques [Audiard]. And as an individual, I’m so honored to learn from these amazing women.”</p>
<figure class=”wp-block-image size-full” id=”emb-2″><img decoding=”async” src=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Selena-Gomez-Emilia-Perez-October-13.webp?strip=all&quality=80″ alt=”Wearing a plaid coat dress, Selena Gomez talks with guests at the Netflix Awards Brunch” class=”wp-image-3726643″><figcaption class=”wp-element-caption”>Selena Gomez at the Netflix Awards Brunch in London on October 13, 2024 | Hoda Davaine/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Netflix</figcaption></figure>
<p id=”par-4_65″>Earlier that Sunday, Gomez attended a Netflix Awards Brunch in London. The <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/selena-gomez-wasnt-allowed-say-what-the-hell-disney-star.html/”>former Disney Channel star</a> gave a lesson on sophisticated fall dressing with her plaid mini coatdress. Pulled straight from Schiaparelli’s Autumn/Winter 2024 ready-to-wear runway, the outfit featured a beige and black pattern and mismatched gold buttons. Gomez paired the look with semi-sheer black tights and pointed-toe leather boots for the perfect autumnal outfit.</p>
<figure class=”wp-block-image size-full” id=”emb-3″><img decoding=”async” src=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Selena-Gomez-Emilia-Perez-October-12.webp?strip=all&quality=80″ alt=”Wearing a black embroidered dress, Selena Gomez attends a special screening of ‘Emilia Perez'” class=”wp-image-3726647″><figcaption class=”wp-element-caption”>Selena Gomez at a special screening of ‘Emilia Perez’ on October 12, 2024. | 1st image: Ricky Vigil M / Justin E Palmer/GC Images; 2nd and 3rd images: Hoda Davaine/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Netflix</figcaption></figure>
<p id=”par-5_73″>The <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/selena-gomez-wrote-favorite-song-less-than-hour.html/”>“Love On” singer</a> embraced spooky season with an Erdem spring 2025 outfit that looks straight out of <em>Halloweentown</em>. Floral embroidery and rhinestones covered the flowy black dress, which Gomez wore over a long-sleeved black turtleneck. The drop waist and tiered panels gave 1920s vibes as she attended an <em>Emilia Pérez</em> screening in London. The songstress layered an Erdem tuxedo jacket over the look, adding slingback Christian Louboutins for the perfect seasonal touch.</p>
<figure class=”wp-block-image size-full” id=”emb-4″><img decoding=”async” src=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Selena-Gomez-Emilia-Perez-October-12-London.webp?strip=all&quality=80″ alt=”Wearing a charcoal gray suit, Selena Gomez stands in front of cameras at Deadline Contenders Film: London 2024″ class=”wp-image-3726648″><figcaption class=”wp-element-caption”>Selena Gomez at Deadline Contenders Film: London 2024 on October 12, 2024 in London | Scott Garfitt/Deadline via Getty Images</figcaption></figure>
<p id=”par-6_44″>Gomez exuded strength and class at the Deadline Contenders Film event on Saturday. The <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/martin-short-whispered-4-sweet-words-selena-gomez-emmys-stage.html/”><em>Only Murders in the Building</em> star</a> donned a charcoal double-breasted suit. She added a black turtleneck, a classic gold belt, and pointed-toe heels as she discussed her future acting career post-screening. </p>
<p id=”par-7_45″>She told the News International, “I don’t think we all expected it to do all this, but we’re really grateful. And the experience for me is hopefully a stepping stone into what I’m capable of doing and what I’m willing to do to get there.”</p>
<figure class=”wp-block-image size-full” id=”emb-5″><img decoding=”async” src=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Selena-Gomez-Emilia-Perez-October-11.webp?strip=all&quality=80″ alt=”Wearing a red structured gown, Selena Gomez stands on the red carpet at the ‘Emilia Perez’ Headline Gala” class=”wp-image-3726649″><figcaption class=”wp-element-caption”>Selena Gomez at the 68th BFI London Film Festival on October 11, 2024 | Mike Marsland/WireImage</figcaption></figure>
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<p id=”par-8_65″>Gomez started the weekend with her most formal look, a pleated Oscar de le Renta gown in true red. The striking dress featured a boatneck neckline and unique twist detail at the waist. She wore matching Christian Louboutin pumps and Chaumet diamond earrings, rings, and a drop necklace. Aided by longtime stylist Erin Walsh, the <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/selena-gomez-rare-beauty-liquid-blush-best-harpers-bazaar.html/”>Rare Beauty mogul</a> gave us a weekend of incredible fall ‘fits.</p>