Jimmy Fallon Recalls Spicy Challenge That Strained Friendship with Selena Gomez

The late-night host shared a vivid memory of a 2019 'Hot Ones' segment that left Gomez in distress and led to a three-year silence between the friends.

• Jimmy Fallon recently recounted a 'Hot Ones' segment on 'The Tonight Show' where Selena Gomez struggled with the infamous Da Bomb hot sauce.
• During the 2019 segment, Gomez experienced an intense reaction, including vomiting and demanding Fallon leave her dressing room.
• Fallon humorously admitted feeling guilty, describing the incident as nearly 'killing an American treasure.'
• The incident led to a temporary rift between Fallon and Gomez, with the two not speaking for three years after the challenge.
• Despite the spicy mishap, Fallon and Gomez have since reconciled, with Gomez appearing on 'The Tonight Show' in September 2024.

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