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Selena Gomez opens up about taking a break from music: 'I was absolutely broken inside'

Paul SchrodtNov 21, 2016, 21:06 IST

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Selena Gomez accepted the American Music Award for favorite female artist in the pop/rock category on Sunday night, and delivered an honest speech to her fans about why she had to walk away from her career.

Gomez canceled dates on her tour to check into rehab earlier this year, in order to manage depression and anxiety connected to lupus.

During her acceptance speech on Sunday night, Gomez was near tears explaining how the disease and its side effects had taken a toll:

Watch Gomez's speech below:

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