Selena Gomez has a message for 2020 graduates from immigrant families: “you matter”. Amid the coronavirus pandemic, which has forced high school and college graduations online, the 27-year-old former Disney star delivered a super inspiring message on May 23 as part of the #Immigrad 2020 Virtual Commencement.
While congratulation the new class of graduates, Selena urged all students to give themselves a pat on the back for all they have achieved. “I want you guys to know that you matter and that your experiences are a huge part of the American story,” she began. “When my family came here from Mexico they set into motion my American story, as well as theirs.