Who is Selena Gomez’s former bestie Caroline Franklin, and is she threatening to ‘expose’ the star? The Trump-loving daughter of evangelical pastor Jentezen Franklin just called out ‘phoney’ celebs

Feb 25 , 2025

Caroline Franklin and Selena Gomez were inseparable – now fans wonder if a public spat between the two is imminent. Photos: @caro_franklin/Instagram

Franklin recently took to Instagram threatening to ‘expose’ an anonymous major celebrity, believed to be Gomez; the internet personality also called Gigi Hadid an ‘idiot with a pretty face’

Selena Gomez’s former friend Caroline Franklin is threatening to “expose” an anonymous major celebrity – and many netizens believe she’s referring to the Only Murders in the Building star after their alleged “feud” last year, according to a report shared by the Daily Mail.

The duo – who were friends for years – have not been seen together since July 2023, and in November 2024, Gomez unfollowed Franklin on Instagram, which seemed to confirm the end of their once-inseparable bond. It’s unclear what made them cut ties, but reports suggest that it may be due to Franklin’s avid support of Donald Trump. Gomez has previously spoken out against Trump’s policies.

Caroline Franklin ranted on Instagram on February 19 before deleting her posts. Photo: @caro_franklin/Instagram

On February 19, Franklin wrote on social media, per screenshots shared by the Daily Mail: “And to all the phoney celebrities who talk about human rights and feminism, but will never mention this mother and her babies … you guys are so full of s***. Performative activism at its finest.”

Before deleting the posts, Franklin added: “When I decide how and when to expose you … I will address it with the most detail and sincerity to the 10-year friendship I experienced and survived. Under oath.” Franklin even took a stab at half-Palestinian supermodel Gigi Hadid for her comments about Israel, calling her an “idiot with a pretty face”.

Caroline Franklin has called model Gigi Hadid an “idiot with a pretty face”. Photo: @caro_franklin/Instagram

Apparently, Gomez doesn’t seem too bothered by the news though. “Selena is not worried about Caroline,” a source told the British tabloid. “No one is,” they added, saying Franklin’s recent behaviour “feels like attention seeking”.

So who is she exactly?

Caroline Franklin and Selena Gomez seem to have fallen out in recent months. Photo: @caro_franklin/Instagram

Here’s what to know about Caroline Franklin.