Selena Gomez recently revealed why she didn’t attend the 2024 VMAs, a decision tied to past controversy from the 2023 Awards. At the time, she faced criticism for covering her ears during Olivia Rodrigo’s performance, which some interpreted as shading the young singer. Selena later clarified that it was due to loud sounds and vowed to avoid becoming a meme again. This year, she chose to skip the VMAs to focus on her acting career and personal growth, setting boundaries while avoiding further drama.