Selena Gomez is grateful for her bond with Francia Raisa. Gomez had a kidney transplant in 2017. Up to 60% of lupus patients face kidney issues. Selena Gomez is appreciative of her bond with Francia Raisa, her best friend. Gomez, 30, commented on having a kidney transplant from the Grown-ish actress, 34, in 2017 as she battled life-threatening health concerns