Selena Gomez biography, age, net worth, dating history, boyfriend 2025

Selena Gomez Biography

Selena Marie Gomez is an American actress of Mexican descent who shot to fame playing the lead role in Disney Channel's hit kids' series "Wizards of Waverly Place." The multi-talented star has since made her mark as a model, designer, singer, composer, and songwriter. At just 17, she became a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador. Her personal social media following is one of the world's largest, with over 415 million subscribers across platforms.

Selena Gomez in a black dress poses for cameras with a gentle smile — Selena Gomez

Childhood and First Roles

Selena Gomez's stunning looks are a gift from both sides of her family tree. From her father, Latino Ricardo Gomez, she inherited her gorgeous mane of curly hair and full, sensual lips, while her mother, Anglo-Italian Mandy Cornett, passed down her radiant white smile and deep brown eyes. And she can thank the hugely popular early '90s singer Selena for her distinctive name.

When Selena was just five years old, her parents divorced – a devastating blow for the little girl. She had to say goodbye to her hometown and friends, leaving the quiet Texas town of Grand Prairie with her mom for the bustling, crowded streets of Los Angeles.

Mandy was an actress – a profession that demanded everything and left little personal time. Little Selena constantly tagged along with her mom to every set and shoot. The crew was always charmed by how perfectly the girl mimicked the actors' mannerisms. By age 6, Selena told her mom she dreamed of becoming an actress herself.

Photo from Selena Gomez's family archive

After that declaration, Mandy started taking her daughter to every casting call she could find. On her ninth birthday, Selena got the gift that would shape her entire future – she landed a spot as a new character on the children's show "Barney & Friends."

"Barney & Friends" – Selena Gomez's debut

That's how it all began – with the role of Gianna, Selena's incredible Hollywood adventure kicked off. The show also gave her a lifelong best friend in fellow young star Demi Lovato.

Selena Gomez and Demi Lovato – best friends since childhood

Money was tight for mother and daughter. Sometimes, the star recalls, they couldn't even afford gas. Mandy spent every penny on her daughter – taking her to museums, aquariums, and concerts. She managed to raise her only child with dignity and inspire her through example. Later, in 2006, when Selena's star began to rise, her mom married Brian Teefey. That's how Selena got her hyphenated surname, becoming Teefey-Gomez. In 2013, Selena welcomed a half-sister – Gracie Elliott.

Selena Gomez with her father (right) and stepfather (left)

Career Journey

In 2003, the young actress appeared in the third installment of the "Spy Kids" comedy with a small role as a water park girl. In 2005, she landed a modest role in the series "Walker, Texas Ranger" (episode "Trial by Fire").

Shortly after, she participated in filming one of the episodes of the popular children's series "The Suite Life of Zack & Cody." Her character was named Gwen. Additionally, the little star recorded one of the compositions for the series' soundtrack. And in 2006, the girl was cast in the series "Hannah Montana." Although her character Mikayla was the main character's antagonist, during filming she became close friends with Miley Cyrus.

Selena Gomez and Miley Cyrus starred in the same series

But the real breakthrough for the young actress came with the lead role in "Wizards of Waverly Place," where she and other emerging talents – Jennifer Stone, David Henrie, Jake T. Austin – played the children of hereditary wizards. The series aired on Disney Channel for six years; during this time, Selena Gomez blossomed and transformed into a charming young woman. The wizards' adventures became so beloved by young audiences that Selena became a regular participant in new Disney projects.

Alex Russo (Selena Gomez) scenes

Selena's enormous popularity came not only from her acting talent but also from her melodious voice. In 2008, the girl participated in recording a music video for the boy band Jonas Brothers ("Burnin' Up"). Since then, she's been repeatedly invited to voice animated films.

Her voice brought to life characters in popular animated features: Princess Selenia ("Arthur and the Revenge of Maltazard," "Arthur 3: The War of the Two Worlds") and Mavis ("Hotel Transylvania," "Hotel Transylvania 2"). And in fall 2009, her band Selena Gomez & the Scene released their debut album "Kiss & Tell," which pleasantly surprised listeners with its genre diversity.

Selena Gomez & The Scene - A Year Without Rain

That same year, she became a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, making her the youngest representative in the organization's history.

In 2010, Gomez landed leading roles in "Monte Carlo" and "Ramona and Beezus." In the first film, she played a girl of modest means who's mistakenly taken for an heiress to a huge fortune, and in the second – the sister of restless little Ramona Quimby, played by 11-year-old Joey King. That same year, she received her high school diploma, which she had to complete through correspondence due to her packed filming and touring schedule.

As Selena's popularity grew, modeling contracts were added to her packed film schedule. Prestigious brands repeatedly invited the beautiful Selena to become their spokesperson. She participated in campaigns for Louis Vuitton, Adidas, Pantene, and Coca-Cola. By the way, a photo the star posted on her personal blog featuring this drink collected a record number of likes. "So cool when the bottle has lyrics from your song!" Selena captioned the shot.

This pic from Selena Gomez's Instagram broke the likes record

In 2016, Selena Gomez appeared in the wholesome family film "The Fundamentals of Caring," as well as the comedy "Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising" alongside Seth Rogen and Zac Efron. The star was incredibly popular – her social media profile was among the most sought-after, and she earned around $500,000 for a single sponsored post.

2017 marked an unusual project for the singer. Selena served as executive producer alongside her mother for the series "13 Reasons Why." It premiered on Netflix in March. Around the same time, the singer dropped her new single "Bad Liar." In early 2018, she was named the new face of athletic brand Puma.

Romance with Justin Bieber

At 12, Selena Gomez slipped a so-called "purity ring" onto her finger. It's a widespread American tradition where a girl wears the ring as a symbol of chastity, promising to remain a virgin until marriage. But that silver ring engraved with "I will wait for my soulmate" would never hear wedding bells chime.

The culprit? Pop sensation Justin Bieber, teen heartthrob to millions worldwide. He noticed the Latina beauty with the baby face in 2010. Actually, it was the other way around – the girl who was two years older and way more savvy about the music business instantly wanted to protect this confused, short kid. And he fell for her right back.

Selena Gomez and Justin Bieber's romance was fleeting

This sparked fury among his female fans – in the early months of their romance, Selena's Twitter exploded with death threats from Justin's devotees. But despite the obstacles, the teen stars' relationship moved so fast that by January 2011, the purity ring had vanished from Selena's finger. Hot on the heels of that news, pretty steamy photos hit the press: the teenagers were caught making out passionately on the beach.

Apparently, Selena's lessons paid off for Justin. His popularity skyrocketed, and the perks that came with superstardom overshadowed his girlfriend's appeal. He never turned down massive doses of attention from female fans, and once publicly flirted with Victoria's Secret model Barbara Palvin. Sources close to Selena said Justin's constant flirting was what broke up the star couple.

But apparently, Selena's feelings for her ex didn't fade – paparazzi caught them together multiple times in 2014 and 2015. Sharp-eyed journalists noticed the actress sometimes wore Justin's clothes, which they took as a sign the couple had reunited.

The rumors ended when Selena showed up in public with an unknown young man in January 2016. They held hands and chatted sweetly on their way to a trendy Beverly Hills restaurant. It later came out that the guy was Samuel Krost – a musician, nightclub regular, and spokesperson for men's clothing brand Onia. After that, she started dating rapper The Weeknd.

Health Struggles

In fall 2016, Selena Gomez announced she was taking a creative break. Unfortunately, the star was facing serious health issues: a lupus flare-up – a condition she'd been diagnosed with back in 2014 – triggered depression and panic attacks. She apologized to fans, stating that health comes first. She had to undergo kidney transplant surgery, with her friend Francia Raisa generously donating the organ.

Francia Raisa donated a kidney to Selena Gomez

After the surgery, Gomez and Bieber started talking again: the singer bombarded his ex with messages. On October 22, 2017, they spent an evening with mutual friends at Selena's apartment, and a week later they were spotted together at a church in Los Angeles. On October 30, Selena broke up with The Weeknd, and that same evening headed out to cheer on Justin at a hockey game. On November 15, at another hockey match, they kissed, marking the second chapter of their relationship.

From late 2017, Selena was dating Justin Bieber. The lovebirds frequently appeared together at social events and went on getaways, but by early spring 2018, the couple announced their split. This happened right after Bieber's birthday.

The singer told fans about bipolar disorder

The singer, by the way, didn't stay single long after the breakup and almost immediately found himself a new girlfriend. But Selena had a much harder time – it was during this period that multiple events hit her all at once, leading to her stay at a psychiatric facility. In 2018, Gomez learned she was suffering from bipolar disorder. According to the singer, understanding her diagnosis made it easier to cope with panic attacks and other symptoms.

Due to health problems, Selena Gomez gained weight

Because of her physical and mental struggles, Selena says she couldn't even smile – let alone live a normal life. Medications caused Selena to gain several pounds, which immediately drew attacks from social media followers. This, of course, hit Selena's psyche hard:

I was dealing with weight gain for the first time in my life. I have lupus, kidney disease, high blood pressure. It wasn't just lupus affecting my weight – everything worked together. Particularly the medications I have to take for the rest of my life. Honestly, I only noticed I'd gained weight when the social media attacks started. It threw me off for a while.

The Comeback

In spring 2019, Selena Gomez returned to normal life. She'd successfully overcome her depression, though she'll need to take lupus medications for the rest of her life.

2019 saw the premiere of the third and final season of "13 Reasons Why," which Gomez executive produced throughout its three-year run. The season earned positive reviews from both critics and audiences. That same year, Selena stepped back in front of the camera herself, appearing in the zombie horror flick "The Dead Don't Die" as Zoe.

The Dead Don't Die | Selena Gomez

Music remained a priority too. In 2019, she dropped several singles, including "Lose You To Love Me" and "Look At Her Now," while prepping her third studio album. "Rare" hit shelves in January 2020, featuring 13 tracks that included solo material and collaborations with Kid Cudi and other artists. The album shot straight to number one on the Billboard 200.

Selena Gomez in Look At Her Now music video

2021 brought Selena back to television with "Only Murders in the Building." After her character Mabel witnesses a murder, she teams up with Steve Martin and Martin Short's characters to launch their own investigation. Surprisingly, the toughest scenes for Selena were the kissing sequences – COVID protocols meant constantly rinsing with antiseptic between takes.

On the set of Only Murders in the Building

For Gomez, this marked a return to serious acting after years away, and her portrayal of Mabel Mora revealed an entirely new side of her talent – proving she could hold her own alongside seasoned comedy veterans.

That same year, Selena Gomez & the Scene reissued "Love You Like A Love Song, Come & Get It, and More," followed by her single "999" with its accompanying music video.

Selena Gomez & Camilo - 999

March brought the Spanish-language EP "Revelación," which earned a Grammy nomination for Best Latin Pop Album – Selena's first Grammy nod ever. The album felt deeply personal as she reconnected with her Mexican heritage, though she admitted her Spanish wasn't perfect.

In 2022, Apple TV+ released the documentary "Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me," where the singer opened up about her battle with bipolar disorder. Making the film proved challenging – she even tried to back out, but it was too late. She later admitted she'll never watch it again, though she's proud of the final product.

2023 turned Selena's Rare Beauty into a phenomenon, with sales tripling from 2022 to hit $350 million. The brand claimed second place among Gen Z's favorite beauty brands, beating out giants like Maybelline and L'Oréal. In 2024, Time magazine named Rare Beauty one of the most influential companies of the year.

Selena's acting career also reached new heights. Jacques Audiard's film "Emilia Pérez," starring Selena, received an 11-minute standing ovation at the Cannes Film Festival in May 2024, and Selena shared the Best Actress prize with her co-stars (Karla Sofía Gascón and Zoe Saldana). This marked her first major international film award.

A man in a black tank top feeds Selena Gomez in the dim light of a room — Still from the film "Emilia Pérez"

In 2024, Selena earned her first Emmy nomination for her role in "Only Murders in the Building."

That September, Bloomberg officially recognized Selena as a billionaire with a net worth of $1.3 billion. At 32, she became one of the youngest self-made female billionaires in the US. 81% of her wealth comes from her stake in Rare Beauty.

Selena Gomez's Personal Life

After recovering from her psychologically devastating romance with Justin Bieber, Selena wasn't rushing into new relationships. She focused on healing and creating new music. But in 2020, she was suspected of having a romance with basketball player Jimmy Butler.

Following her painful breakup with Justin Bieber in 2018, Selena spent several years working on herself. She openly discussed her five-year period of being single, during which she learned to be comfortable with herself. "I was single for five years and really got used to it," she admitted in an interview.

During this time, persistent rumors swirled about romances with Zayn Malik and Drew Taggart from The Chainsmokers, but all proved to be groundless. Selena repeatedly confirmed her single status on social media, sometimes with humor.

…I love going to my room at the end of the day. Just me and my dog. I have a full set of granny panties, I'm sprawled out on the bed. I was single for more than two years... [excerpt from 2020 interview]. I love it.

In mid-2023, her love story with producer Benny Blanco began. Strictly speaking, they'd known each other for years – they worked together on Selena's songs back in 2015. Benny later admitted he didn't even realize their first meeting after reconnecting was a date – he thought they were just hanging out as friends.

In December 2023, Selena publicly confirmed their relationship on social media, writing in comments that they'd been dating for six months. She defended Benny from fan criticism, stating: "He treats me better than any human being on this planet."

Selena Gomez in a fur coat and Benny Blanco in a blue sweatshirt and shorts sitting relaxed — Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco

The couple wasn't shy about showing their feelings. They attended Lakers basketball games together. Benny always stayed in the background, letting Selena shine, but his support was obvious.

In December 2024, the couple purchased a Beverly Hills mansion for $35 million with seven bedrooms and twelve bathrooms.

On December 11, 2024, Selena announced their engagement, posting photos with her engagement ring. In one shot, she's admiring the ring at a picnic next to champagne and... a Taco Bell bag.

Selena Gomez shows off a ring with a large diamond on her hand, in the second photo she's smiling while covering her mouth with the hand wearing the ring — Selena Gomez's engagement ring

In an interview with Howard Stern, Benny once mentioned plans for children: "I want to be a dad, God willing. I dream and pray about it every day." Selena has previously opened up about how health issues prevent her from getting pregnant naturally, but she's considering surrogacy.

In September 2024, rumors surfaced about the couple breaking up. Selena attended a Sabrina Carpenter concert with friends. One of her friends posted a TikTok saying "when you're married at the Sabrina Carpenter show but your friends are single," which some interpreted as a hint about Selena and Benny splitting. Selena quickly shut down the rumors by posting a video of herself dancing at the concert and tagging Benny in the caption. He responded with a flirty comment featuring lyrics from her song "Hands to Myself."

Daily Mail reported that Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco's wedding was planned for September 2025, set to take place in Montecito, California. It would be a two-day event, with all guests asked to bring weekend bags.

However, the bride and groom themselves offered more cautious comments. In June 2025, Benny stated on Australia's Today show: "Unfortunately, we haven't set a date yet, but we will." In July on the Therapuss podcast, he explained: "We've both been working so much. We got engaged, then we were shooting music videos for our album... Then the holidays, then right after the holidays, promo started."

In August 2025, Selena confessed:

I can't wait to say 'I do!' I've never felt so confident about anything.

Selena Gomez Now

On March 21, 2025, Selena and her fiancé Benny Blanco released their collaborative album "I Said I Love You First." The album debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 chart with 120,000 units, marking the biggest debut of Gomez's career.

The album was preceded by singles: promo single "Scared of Loving You" (February 13), lead single "Call Me When You Break Up" featuring Gracie Abrams (February 21), and second single "Sunset Blvd" (March 14).

Selena Gomez, benny blanco - Sunset Blvd (Official Video)

Particularly successful was the track "Ojos Tristes" in collaboration with The Marías, an interpretation of Jeanette's classic 1981 ballad "El Muchacho De Los Ojos Tristes." The song entered the top 5 of the Hot Latin Songs chart.

In April 2025, Selena was named "Woman of the Year" at Billboard and Telemundo's Latin Women in Music ceremony. She commented: "My Mexican heritage is something that's influenced me my whole life, representation still matters to me."

Selena Gomez in a pink sweatshirt and headphones sits in a car, holding a cosmetic product up to her face — Selena Gomez in 2025

For her role in "Emilia Pérez," Selena earned a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actress.

In June, filming wrapped on the fifth season of "Only Murders in the Building." The premiere was scheduled for September 9, 2025, on Hulu.

Selena was also working on a biographical film about legendary country/rock and roll singer Linda Ronstadt, directed by David O. Russell. Also in development were films "Spiral" (a thriller about a former influencer) and "In the Shadow of the Mountain" (about a woman who conquered the seven highest mountain peaks).

Selena Gomez: latest news and articles

Selena Gomez`s fiancé threw her a graduation party that she never had
25 Apr 2025

Helen Johnson

Happy to know that apart of making music and acting in movies Selena Gomez still has time for charity.

2021-05-02 09:52:54
Robert Dean

I`m in love with Selena`s Gomez musician work. Her amazing voice and unobtrusive melodies makes me cheerfulness for all day.

2021-04-29 10:06:46
Mary Moore

For such a young woman well-mannered and educated, Selena are having multiple partners. I always see her in tabloid but maybe it is just PR :)

2021-04-09 15:08:40
Curtis Torres

Selena is an charming actress but maybe her main role will be in the future. Nowadays her unusual appearence attracts much more attention then her acting. And If some of her songs becoming to be hits then she is for sure talented!

2021-04-05 11:30:54
Lori Smith

Selena is such a sunshine girl and her songs always makes me sing and dance.

2021-03-24 13:09:33
Amor Sparks

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2018-12-19 20:56:37
Jamie Davis

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2017-12-27 23:20:04

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