: Years later, Gomez reflected on the intense pressure she felt to appear sexualized during that era of her career to shed her "child star" image. Related Magazine Controversies
The speculation often stems from Gomez's career shift in 2013 when she starred in the film . The movie's provocative themes and promotional shots (often featuring the cast in bikinis) led to increased tabloid interest and the creation of fake "adult" magazine covers by fans or internet trolls. selena gomez playboy magazine march 2013 fix
: A late 2012/early 2013 cover.
: Following the film's release, Playboy tweeted an "open invitation" for Gomez and co-star Vanessa Hudgens to visit the Playboy Mansion, but neither star accepted an offer to pose for the magazine . : Years later, Gomez reflected on the intense
In March 2013, Selena Gomez was 20 years old and in a major transitional period of her career. She was releasing her first solo album, Stars Dance , and officially confirming the end of her highly publicized relationship with Justin Bieber. : A late 2012/early 2013 cover
Selena Gomez's March 2013 Playboy Magazine Cover Fix