Selena Gomez‘s mom Mandy Teefey is defending herself.
Just recently, The Cut released an exposé about Wondermind, the mental health-centered media company that Selena, 33, and Mandy, 49, founded together.
In the article, Mandy was accused of snorting what employees believed was “a line of Ritalin” in her office.
Keep reading to find out more…Other employees alleged that Mandy had vitamin IV drips administered regularly by a “rotation of nurses,” while another nurse would give her liquid Benadryl. Although the drug is generally used to treat severe allergic reactions, it can also be used as a downer and hallucinogen.
While Mandy reportedly told employees that she needed the injections to help with “allergies and the aftermath of severe COVID and double pneumonia in late 2021,” employees alleged that she often “spoke slowly and seemed drowsy” afterward.
While speaking to The Cut, Mandy vehemently denied the drug use allegations.
“I started Wondermind because I wanted to help people with mental illness,” Mandy told the outlet. “It’s unfortunate that a few disgruntled employees with an ax to grind can spread lies about me and distort the truth. Even more disappointing that the media is willing to amplify their lies.”
She also emphasized that the accusation of her snorting Ritalin, an ADHD medication, was “absolutely not” true.
As of right now, Selena has not yet publicly addressed the drug accusations made against her mother.
Back in 2022, Mandy explained why she and Selena wouldn’t be watching the singer/actress’ My Mind & Me documentary.
Source: justjared.com