Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading

Selena Gomez Reveals Kurt Cobain As Her Childhood Music Idol

Selena Gomez

Selena Gomez recently revealed on Jimmy Kimmel Live that her music idol growing up was Kurt Cobain, the late frontman of Nirvana. Despite being born just two years before Cobain's death, Gomez expressed her deep admiration for his music and style, even going as far as dyeing and cutting her hair to resemble him. She confessed to watching his interviews and performances repeatedly, as well as being a fan of his documentary.

While Gomez had not publicly discussed her love for Cobain before, she had hinted at it over the years. In 2017, she dyed her hair blonde in a '90s-inspired look dubbed 'Nirvana Blonde' by her colorists. She also made references to Nirvana songs in her social media posts, further showcasing her appreciation for the iconic band.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.