Selena Gomez Biography
Selena Marie Gomez, born on July 22, 1992, in Grand Prairie, Texas, is an American singer, actress, producer, and businesswoman. She gained fame as a child on “Barney & Friends” and as a teen idol on Disney Channel’s “Wizards of Waverly Place.” As a recording artist, she achieved success both with her band Selena Gomez & the Scene and as a soloist, earning multiple Billboard 200 top debuts. Her ventures include acting roles in films and TV, producing shows like “13 Reasons Why,” and launching Rare Beauty. Gomez is also a dedicated philanthropist, advocating for mental health and social equality.
General Information About Famous Actress, Singer, Producer, & Businesswoman Selena Gomez
Full Name Selena Marie Gomez Nickname Sel, Selly Profession Singer, Actress, Producer, Businesswoman Date of Birth July 22, 1992 Current age 32 years, 11 months, 29 days
Husband N/A Nationality American
Exploring Selena Gomez Personal Journey
Category Detail Name Selena Gomez Birth Name Selena Marie Gomez Nick Name Sel, Selly Height 5’5″ (165 cm) Figure 34-26-35 Weight 55 kg (121 lbs) Eye Color Dark Brown Hair Color Dark Brown Date of Birth July 22, 1992 Religion Christianity Present Address Los Angeles, California, USA Hometown Grand Prairie, Texas, USA
Selena Gomez Education
Level of Education Institution Details High School Homeschooled Completed high school diploma in May 2010
Selena Gomez Favorite
Category Details Food Pizza, Chocolate, Pickles Actor/Actress Rachel McAdams, Johnny Depp Musicians Bruno Mars, Katy Perry, Taylor Swift Song “Landslide” by Fleetwood Mac Book “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” by Stephen Chbosky Hobbies Dancing, Singing, Cooking, Photography Films “Titanic”, “The Wizard of Oz” Colour Purple Perfume Viktor & Rolf’s Flowerbomb Director Martin Scorsese Holiday Destinations Hawaii, Paris, New York City Likes Animals, especially dogs, and spending time with family and friends
Selena Gomez Relationship Journey
Year(s) Partner Details 2008-2009 Nick Jonas Briefly dated the Jonas Brothers member; they met through Disney Channel. 2010-2018 Justin Bieber Had an on-again, off-again relationship with the pop star; their relationship was widely publicized and often covered by the media. 2015 Zedd Briefly dated the DJ and producer; they collaborated on the song “I Want You to Know.” 2017 The Weeknd Dated the singer for about 10 months; they were frequently seen together at public events and on social media. 2020-Present Various Speculations Rumored to have been involved with several individuals, but no confirmed long-term relationships have been publicized.
Selena Gomez Career Journey
Year Category Title/Role Details 2002-2004 TV Series Barney & Friends Role: Gianna 2007-2012 TV Series Wizards of Waverly Place Role: Alex Russo 2008 Music Selena Gomez & the Scene Formed the band, signed with Hollywood Records 2009 Film Princess Protection Program Role: Carter Mason 2010 Film Ramona and Beezus Role: Beezus Quimby 2011 Film Monte Carlo Role: Grace Bennett 2012-2022 Film Series Hotel Transylvania Voice Role: Mavis 2013 Music Stars Dance (Album) Debut solo album, includes “Come & Get It” 2015 Music Revival (Album) Includes hits “Good for You”, “Same Old Love” 2016 TV Series 13 Reasons Why Executive Producer 2019 Music Lose You to Love Me First Billboard Hot 100 number-one single 2019 Film The Dead Don’t Die Role: Zoe 2020 Music Rare (Album) Includes hits “Lose You to Love Me”, “Rare” 2020 TV Series Selena + Chef Host and Producer 2021 TV Series Only Murders in the Building Role: Mabel Mora, also Producer 2021 Music Revelación (EP) First Spanish-language project 2022 Film Hotel Transylvania: Transformania Voice Role: Mavis 2024 Business Rare Beauty Launched in 2020, valued at $2 billion in 2024 2024 Social Media Instagram Most-followed woman on Instagram as of 2024
Selena Gomez Career Statistics
Category Details Full Name Selena Marie Gomez Profession Singer, Actress, Producer, Businesswoman Years Active 2002–present Debut Role Gianna on Barney & Friends (2002–2004) Breakthrough Role Alex Russo on Wizards of Waverly Place (2007–2012)
Filmography
Year Title Role Notes 2003 Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over Waterpark Girl Minor Role 2005 Walker, Texas Ranger: Trial by Fire Julie TV Movie 2008 Horton Hears a Who! Helga Voice Role 2008 Another Cinderella Story Mary Santiago Direct-to-video; Young Artist Award 2009 Princess Protection Program Carter Mason TV Movie 2010 Ramona and Beezus Beezus Quimby Main Role 2011 Monte Carlo Grace Bennett/Cordelia Winthrop Lead Role 2011 The Muppets Herself Cameo 2012 Hotel Transylvania Mavis (Voice) Also in sequels (2015, 2018, 2022) 2013 Spring Breakers Faith Lead Role; critical acclaim 2013 Getaway The Kid Main Role 2014 Behaving Badly Nina Pennington Lead Role 2019 The Dead Don’t Die Zoe Main Role 2020 A Rainy Day in New York Chan Tyrell Main Role
Television
Year Title Role Notes 2002-2004 Barney & Friends Gianna Main Role 2006 The Suite Life of Zack & Cody Gwen Guest Appearance 2007-2009 Hannah Montana Mikayla Recurring Role 2007-2012 Wizards of Waverly Place Alex Russo Lead Role; Breakthrough Role 2009 Sonny with a Chance Herself Guest Appearance 2009 The Suite Life on Deck Alex Russo Guest Appearance 2017-2020 13 Reasons Why Producer Executive Producer 2019 Living Undocumented Producer Executive Producer 2020-2023 Selena + Chef Host Cooking Show 2021- Only Murders in the Building Mabel Mora Lead Role; Producer
Discography
Year Album Notes 2009 Kiss & Tell Debut Studio Album; Certified Gold 2010 A Year Without Rain Certified Gold 2011 When the Sun Goes Down Certified Platinum
Solo Studio Albums
Year Album Notes 2013 Stars Dance Debut Solo Album; Number One on Billboard 200 2015 Revival Number One on Billboard 200 2020 Rare Number One on Billboard 200
Notable Singles
Year Title Notes 2013 “Come & Get It” International Top-Ten Single 2015 “Good for You” Top-Ten Single 2015 “Same Old Love” Top-Ten Single 2015 “Hands to Myself” Top-Ten Single 2020 “Lose You to Love Me” First Billboard Hot 100 Number-One Single 2017 “It Ain’t Me” (with Kygo) Top-Ten Single 2018 “Taki Taki” (with DJ Snake, Ozuna, Cardi B) Multi-Platinum Single 2023 “Calm Down (Remix)” (with Rema) Best-Selling Collaboration of 2023
Awards and Nominations
Award Wins Nominations Notable Wins American Music Awards 1 Multiple Favorite Pop/Rock Female Artist (2016) Billboard Music Awards 1 Multiple Chart-Topper (2014) MTV Video Music Awards 2 Multiple Best Pop Video (2013), Best Collaboration (2023) Emmy Awards 0 5 Nominations for Only Murders in the Building Grammy Awards 0 2 Nominations for Revelación (2021) Golden Globe Awards 0 2 Nominations for Only Murders in the Building Guinness World Records 16 N/A Various records related to social media and music Cannes Film Festival Awards 1 1 Best Ensemble Cast (The Dead Don’t Die )
Business Ventures
Year Venture Details 2020 Rare Beauty Founded the cosmetics company, valued at $2 billion in 2024 2020 Rare Impact Fund Non-profit committed to raising $100 million for mental health awareness
Philanthropy
Organization Role Details UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Since 2009 Various Charitable Organizations Advocate Mental health, gender, racial, and LGBT equality
Selena Gomez Net Worth
Financial Information Details Net Worth $800 million