Selena Marie Gomez, born on July 22, 1992, in Grand Prairie, Texas, USA, began her career as a child actress on Barney & Friends. She rose to fame with her lead role as Alex Russo in Disney’s hit Wizards of Waverly Place (2007–2012), becoming one of the network’s most prominent stars.
She transitioned into music with her band Selena Gomez & the Scene and later pursued a successful solo career. Her albums, including Stars Dance, Revival, Rare, and the 2025 release I Said I Love You First (in collaboration with fiancé Benny Blanco), showcase her artistic growth. Notable hits like Lose You to Love Me, Calm Down remix with Rema, and Call Me When You Break Up have cemented her status as a pop powerhouse.
In acting, she expanded her portfolio with roles in films like Spring Breakers, Ramona & Beezus, and voice work in the Hotel Transylvania series. On television, she stars in and executive produces Only Murders in the Building, earning a Screen Actors Guild Award and multiple nominations. She also produced Selena + Chef and 13 Reasons Why.
Beyond entertainment, Selena is a savvy entrepreneur and mental health advocate. She founded Rare Beauty and the Rare Impact Fund, focusing on mental health initiatives, and has been a UNICEF goodwill ambassador since 2009.
In December 2024, she got engaged to Benny Blanco. In 2025, she released her collaborative album I Said I Love You First and the single Sunset Blvd, inspired by their first date. Selena remains one of the most influential artists of her generation.
