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Selena Gomez
Gomez looking towards a camera
Gomez at the White House in 2022
Born
Selena Marie Gomez

(1992-07-22) July 22, 1992 (age 32)
Grand Prairie, Texas, U.S.
Occupations
  • Actress
  • singer
  • songwriter
  • producer
  • businesswoman
Years active2002–present
Works
Title
AwardsFull list
Musical career
Genres
Instruments
  • Vocals
Labels
Formerly ofSelena Gomez & the Scene
Websiteselenagomez.com

Selena Marie Gomez, (born July 22, 1992)[1] is an American actress, singer and businesswoman.

Early life

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Selena Marie Gomez was born on July 22, 1992 in Grand Prairie, Texas, United States of America.[2]Her parents divorced when she was five years old with Selena Gomez staying with her mother.[3][4] Gomez had a close relationship with her grandparents as a child, who said that they "raised her" up until she found success in the entertainment industry.[5] She appeared in various pageants while she was growing up.

Selena Gomez has two siblings. Her sister, Gracie Elliot Teefey, was born to Amanda and Brian Teefey on June 12, 2013.[6][7] Gomez has a second sister, Victoria Gomez, born to Ricardo and Sarah Gomez on June 25, 2014.[8] She earned a high school diploma through homeschooling in May 2010.[9]

Acting career

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When she was 7, Gomez was first featured on the children's television series Barney & Friends – where she befriended fellow child star and singer Demi Lovato – in the early 2000s. In 2007, she came to prominence after being cast in the Disney Channel television series Wizards of Waverly Place. She portrayed the starring character, Alex Russo, until its conclusion in 2012. Gomez entered the film industry with star billings in feature films including Ramona and Beezus (2010), Monte Carlo (2011), Hotel Transylvania (2012), The Big Short (2015), The Fundamentals of Caring (2016), Neighbors 2 (2016), and In Dubious Battle (2016) "The Voyage of Doctor Dolittle" (2019). In 2021, she starred in the hit television comedy crime show Only Murders in the Building.

Singing career

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Gomez formed her band Selena Gomez & the Scene after signing a recording contract with Hollywood Records in 2008; they released the studio albums Kiss & Tell (2009), A Year Without Rain (2010), and When the Sun Goes Down (2011) before beginning a hiatus in 2012. The band was known for singles such as "Naturally", "Round & Round", "Who Says", and "Love You Like a Love Song".

In July 2013, Gomez released her solo debut album Stars Dance (2013). It featured the top-ten single "Come & Get It" and another single, "Slow Down". A greatest-hits album, For You, was released on November 24, 2014, and included the single "The Heart Wants What It Wants".[10] Gomez released her second solo album Revival in 2015, featuring the top-ten singles "Good for You" (featuring rapper A$AP Rocky) and "Hands to Myself". In 2017, she released a single with rapper Gucci Mane called "Fetish". In 2020 Selena released her newest album Rare. That included songs like Lose You To Love Me and Look At Her Now, both released in 2019.

Gomez was revealed to be an executive producer of the second season of the Netflix drama series, 13 Reasons Why. She released a song for its soundtrack, called "Back to You".

Personal life

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Gomez was in an on-and-off relationship with Canadian singer Justin Bieber from 2011 until 2017.[11]

In 2017, she was in a relationship with Canadian singer-songwriter The Weeknd. They split that October.

In early January 2014, it was reported that Gomez had been battling lupus, an autoimmune disease that can cause facial swelling, fatigue, headaches, and joint pain for more than two years. Gomez required a kidney transplant as a result of her lupus diagnosis. Her close friend, actress Francia Raisa, donated her own kidney to Gomez in summer 2017. After the transplant, one of Gomez' arteries flipped inside of her, which required emergency surgery.[12]Then, she went to rehab in 2018. Selena was diagnosed with Lupus in 2014.

Products and endorsements

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In 2009, Gomez was part of Sears's back-to-school fashion campaign and was in television commercials.[13] She hosted the "Sears Arrive Air Band Casting Call" to select five winners for the first-ever "Sears Air Band" to perform at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards.[14] She also became the spokesperson for Borden Milk and was in newspaper adverts and television commercials for the brand.[15]

Gomez promoting hair brand Pantene in 2015

Gomez launched the Dream Out Loud fashion collection in 2010.[16][17] It has bohemian dresses, floral tops, jeans, skirts, jackets, scarves and hats, They were made from recycled or eco-friendly materials.[18][19]

In May 2012, Gomez made her perfume with Adrenalina.[20] In 2013, she made her second fragrance, Vivamore by Selena Gomez.[21] She also created her own collection of nail polish colors for Nicole by OPI.[22]

From 2013 to 2015, Gomez was a spokesperson and partner for Neo by Adidas.[23] In 2015, Gomez signed $3 million deal with Pantene.[24] In 2016, Gomez appeared in a fashion campaign for luxury brand Louis Vuitton.[25] She also appeared in ads for Coca-Cola.[26] In 2017, Gomez launched a handbag collection with Coach called the "Selena Grace" line.[27] [28]

In 2017, Gomez signed a $30 million contract with the athletic brand Puma as a brand ambassador, She was in a campaign for Phenom Lux sneakers released in March.[29][30][31] On December 12, She launched her collection with Puma, called SG x PUMA Strong Girl collection.[32]

In April 2020, Gomez became an owner and investor of the ice cream brand Serendipity.[33] In September, she launched her own makeup and cosmetics brand called Rare Beauty.[34] In July 2021, Gomez released a swimwear line with La'Mariette.[35] In November, Gomez co-founded the mental health media platform Wondermind.[36] In December, she became an investor in the food delivery company Gopuff.[37] In May 2022, Gomez collaborated with Our Place on a cookware line, the Summer Collection.[38] A second edition of the range was released in June 2023.[39]

Awards and nominations

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Award Year Category Work Result Ref.
Critics' Choice Television Awards
2022
 		Best Actress in a Comedy Series Only Murders in the Building Nominated [40]
Gold Derby Television Awards
2022
 Best Comedy Actress Nominated [41]
Golden Globe Awards
2023
 		Best Actress in a Series, Musical/Comedy Nominated [42]
Hollywood Television Critics Association
2022
 		Best Actress in a Streaming Series, Comedy Won [43]
Online Film and Television Association
2022
 Best Actress in a Comedy Series Nominated [44]
Satellite Awards
2022
 		Best Actress in a Series, Musical/Comedy Nominated [45]
2023
 		Won [46]

Notes

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  1. ↑ For her discography as Selena Gomez & the Scene, see Selena Gomez & the Scene discography.

References

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  1. ↑ "Celebrity Central - Selena Gomez: Snapshot". People Magazine. Retrieved January 30, 2009. Birth Date July 22, 1992.Birth Place: Grand Prairie,Texas,United States of America.
  2. ↑ "SELENA GOMEZ - Play Jigsaw Puzzle for free at Puzzle Factory". puzzlefactory. Retrieved July 29, 2020.
  3. ↑ "Selena Gomez Biography". biography.com. Retrieved November 7, 2014.
  4. ↑ Olly Richards (July 14, 2013). "The wonderful world of Selena Gomez". The Guardian. London. Retrieved July 23, 2013.
  5. ↑ Nelson, Robin (2012). Selena Gomez: Pop Star and Actress. Minneapolis: Lerner Publications. p. 9. ISBN 9781467700979. Retrieved February 20, 2016.
  6. ↑ Natalie Finn (June 13, 2013). "Selena Gomez Has a Baby Sister! Demi Lovato Congratulates Singer and Mom Mandy on New Arrival". E! News. Retrieved June 14, 2013.
  7. ↑ Gomez, Selena (June 14, 2013). "Momma, Brian, and me are all so grateful for all your well wishes. My little sister Gracie Elliot Teefey was born on June 12,2013.XO". Twitter.
  8. ↑ "Selena Gomez Has Another Baby Sister". Disneydreaming.com. Archived from the original on December 16, 2014. Retrieved October 18, 2014.
  9. ↑ Selena Gomez Graduates High School – On Screen & Off | Access Hollywood – Celebrity News, Photos & Videos. Access Hollywood (May 12, 2010). Retrieved November 17, 2010.
  10. ↑ For You by Selena Gomez on Apple Music, November 24, 2014, retrieved December 29, 2017
  11. ↑ "Jelena Isn't Alone: Hollywood Couples Who Just Can't Quit Each Other". E! Online. Retrieved December 29, 2017.
  12. ↑ "Selena Gomez & Francia Raisa Talk Kidney Transplant on Today". PEOPLE.com. Retrieved December 29, 2017.
  13. ↑ "Gomez set to star in Sears clothing ads". United Press International. July 30, 2009.
  14. ↑ Ransom, Diana (June 18, 2011). "Selena Gomez Photos: Hot Hollywood Celebrity Photo Gallery of the Week". Hollywood News. Archived from the original on October 16, 2020. Retrieved May 10, 2018.
  15. ↑ Anitai, Tamar (May 26, 2009). "Have You Seen Selena Gomez's Borden Milk Ads?". MTV. Archived from the original on May 11, 2018. Retrieved June 26, 2024.
  16. ↑ Joskowitz, Lauren (October 15, 2009). "Selena Gomez Introduces 'Dream Out Loud,' Her Own Line of Eco-Friendly, Bohemian Clothes". MTV News. Archived from the original on October 19, 2009. Retrieved October 22, 2009.
  17. ↑ Ngo, Ella (October 15, 2009). "Seelna Gomez Gets Her Own Fashion Line". E!. Retrieved October 22, 2009.
  18. ↑ "Selena Gomez to Launch Clothing Line". TransWorldNews.com. October 15, 2009. Archived from the original on June 11, 2010. Retrieved October 22, 2009.
  19. ↑ MacIntyre, April (October 15, 2009). "Selena Gomez launches fashion line in fall 2010". Monsters and Critics. Archived from the original on October 31, 2009. Retrieved October 22, 2009.
  20. ↑ Milano, Selene (June 11, 2012). "Selena Gomez's Signature Scent Launches at Macy's". InStyle. Archived from the original on February 14, 2017. Retrieved December 8, 2016.
  21. ↑ "Selena Gomez Perfume | Celebrity Perfumes". Celebrityperfumestore.com. Archived from the original on October 22, 2016. Retrieved December 8, 2016.
  22. ↑ "Nicole by OPI x Selena Gomez | Nails | Buy Online". Celebrityclothingline.com. July 22, 1992. Retrieved December 8, 2016.
  23. ↑ Hope, Kristine. "Selena Gomez Finishes Her Partnership with Adidas NEO". Twistmagazine.com. Archived from the original on December 20, 2015. Retrieved December 8, 2016.
  24. ↑ "Find Out How Much Selena Gomez Is Making With Her Pantene Deal! | E! News". Eonline.com. June 15, 2015. Retrieved December 8, 2016.
  25. ↑ Alexis, Lauren (June 22, 2016). "Selena Gomez in Louis Vuitton Series 5 Campaign – Selena Gomez Louis Vuitton Fashion Campaign Photos". Harpersbazaar.com. Retrieved December 8, 2016.
  26. ↑ Caulfield, Keith (April 29, 2016). "Selena Gomez Is 'Stoked' to Be Part of Coca-Cola's Share a Coke and a Song Campaign". Billboard. Retrieved December 8, 2016.
  27. ↑ Hardy, Alyssa (August 11, 2017). "Exclusive! See The Making Of Coach's Selena Grace Bag". Harper's Bazaar. Retrieved February 22, 2023.
  28. ↑ "See Every Piece From The Coach X Selena Gomez New Collection". Harper's Bazaar. August 14, 2018. Retrieved February 22, 2023.
  29. ↑ Gray, Yasmine (November 21, 2017). "Selena Gomez Debuts 'Phenom' Sneaker Collaboration With Puma". Billboard. Retrieved December 9, 2017.
  30. ↑ Stiefvater, Sarah (March 28, 2018). "Selena Gomez has a new Puma collaboration and we are already obsessed". AOL.
  31. ↑ "Selena Gomez tapped as the new face of Puma for $30 million". Vogue. September 19, 2017. Archived from the original on December 6, 2021. Retrieved February 3, 2023.
  32. ↑ "Selena Gomez wants women to look within for strength". ABCnews. Retrieved October 23, 2020.
  33. ↑ "Serendipity Brands, Co-Owned by Selena Gomez, and Rare Impact Fund Kick off Partnership Ahead of Mental Health Awareness Month" (Press release). PR Newswire. April 28, 2022. Retrieved November 6, 2022.
  34. ↑ Rowley, Glenn (September 3, 2020). "Selena Gomez Celebrates Rare Beauty's Virtual Launch: 'This is Just the Beginning!!!'". Billboard. Retrieved October 18, 2020.
  35. ↑ Elizabeth, De (July 3, 2021). "Selena Gomez Partners With La'Mariette on Swim Collection". Teen Vogue. Retrieved June 30, 2023.
  36. ↑ Dolan, Kerry A. (October 3, 2022). "New Mental Health Wellness Site Cofounded By Selena Gomez And Backed By Serena Williams' VC Firm Launches". Forbes. Retrieved November 3, 2022.
  37. ↑ Mier, Tomás (December 14, 2021). "Selena Gomez Invests in $15 Billion Grocery Delivery Company Gopuff: 'I Was Blown Away'". People. Retrieved November 24, 2022.
  38. ↑ Directo-Meston, Danielle (May 22, 2022). "Selena Gomez's Colorful New Cookware with Our Place Is Fit For Stylish Chefs". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved November 24, 2022.
  39. ↑ Gruber, Lauren (June 21, 2023). "Selena Gomez and Our Place Launch New Summer Cookware Collection". Entertainment Tonight. Retrieved June 22, 2023.
  40. ↑ Pedersen, Erik (December 6, 2021). "Critics Choice TV Nominations: 'Succession' Leads Field As HBO Edges Netflix". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on December 6, 2021. Retrieved December 13, 2021.
  41. ↑ "2022 Gold Derby TV Awards winners ceremony: 'Only Murders, 'Pachinko,' 'The White Lotus' …". Gold Derby. August 11, 2022. Retrieved August 14, 2022.
  42. ↑ Nordyke, Kimberly (January 10, 2023). "Golden Globes: Full List of Winners". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on January 11, 2023. Retrieved January 11, 2023.
  43. ↑ Anderson, Erik (July 7, 2022). "'This Is Us,' 'Succession' lead 2nd HCA TV Awards nominations for Broadcast Network and Cable - AwardsWatch". AwardsWatch. Archived from the original on July 7, 2022. Retrieved July 7, 2022.
  44. ↑ "24th Annual TV Awards (2021-22)". Online Film & Television Associations. Retrieved May 19, 2022.[permanent dead link]
  45. ↑ "2021 Nominees". International Press Academy. Archived from the original on December 7, 2021. Retrieved December 1, 2021.
  46. ↑ Anderson, Erik (December 8, 2022). "Top Gun: Maverick leads International Press Academy's 27th Satellite Awards nominations"". AwardsWatch. Archived from the original on December 9, 2022. Retrieved December 9, 2022.


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