Selena Marie Gomez is an American singer, songwriter, actress, television producer, and entrepreneur. She rose to fame as a child actor on Barney & Friends, where she appeared alongside Demi Lovato. Selena later became a household name through Disney Channel stardom and successfully transitioned into a globally recognized pop artist and businesswoman.
Over the years, she has earned major accolades including multiple Kids’ Choice Awards, Teen Choice Awards, an American Music Award, and Billboard’s Woman of the Year (2017). Beyond entertainment, Selena is admired for her openness about mental health, philanthropy, and her billion-dollar beauty brand Rare Beauty.
| Selena Gomez Quick Info | |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | July 22, 1992 |
| Height | 5 ft 5 in |
| Weight | 63 kg |
| Age | 33 Years |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
Born Name
Selena Marie Gomez
Nick Name
Sel, Selly, Selenita, Conchita, Mamachita, See
Age
33 (as of 2025)
Date of Birth
July 22, 1992
Sun Sign
Cancer
Born Place
Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Residence
Los Angeles, California, United States
Nationality
American
Education
Selena attended Danny Jones Middle School in Texas but faced bullying and later switched to homeschooling. She received her high school diploma through homeschooling in May 2010.
Occupation
Actress, Singer, Songwriter, Television Producer, Entrepreneur
Manager
Creative Artists Agency (CAA)
Family
- Father – Ricardo Joel Gomez
- Mother – Amanda Dawn “Mandy” Teefey (former stage actress)
- Siblings –
- Gracie Elliot Teefey (Maternal Half-Sister)
- Scarlett Teefey (Deceased Half-Sister)
- Victoria “Tori” Gomez (Paternal Half-Sister)
- Marcus Gomez (Paternal Step-Brother)
- Stepfather – Brian Teefey
Net Worth
Approximately $800 million (2023, CelebrityNetWorth)
Build
Slim
Music Genre
Pop, Dance, Electropop, Pop Rock
Instruments
Vocals
Record Labels
Hollywood Records, Interscope Records
Height
5 ft 5 in or 165 cm
Weight
63 kg or 139 lb
Boyfriend / Spouse
- Nick Jonas (2008–2010)
Selena dated Nick Jonas during the early phase of her Disney career. Their relationship was highly publicized, and she even appeared in the Jonas Brothers’ Burnin’ Up music video. The two later remained on friendly terms. - Taylor Lautner (2009)
Selena was briefly linked with actor Taylor Lautner after meeting him in Vancouver while both were filming movies. The relationship was short-lived. - Justin Bieber (2010–2012; 2013; 2017–2018)
Selena’s most talked-about relationship was with Justin Bieber. They began dating in late 2010 and went through multiple breakups and reconciliations over nearly eight years. Their on-and-off romance became one of pop culture’s most scrutinized relationships. - Austin Mahone (2014 – Rumored)
Selena was rumored to be dating Austin Mahone in early 2014, though both claimed they were just friends. - Orlando Bloom (2014 – Rumored)
Dating rumors surfaced after Selena and the actor were spotted together, but nothing was confirmed. - Tommaso Chiabra (2014)
Selena reportedly had a short fling with Italian businessman Tommaso Chiabra while vacationing in Saint-Tropez. - Zedd (2015)
Selena confirmed dating Zedd after collaborating on the hit song I Want You to Know. The relationship ended due to intense media scrutiny. - Charlie Puth (2015 – Rumored)
Rumors arose after Charlie publicly hinted that Selena inspired one of his songs. - Niall Horan (2015 – Rumored)
Dating speculation emerged after the two were seen partying together. - The Weeknd (2017)
Selena dated The Weeknd for nearly 10 months. They appeared together at major public events before splitting amicably. - Jimmy Butler (2020 – Rumored)
Selena was rumored to have gone on a few dates with NBA star Jimmy Butler. - Andrew “Drew” Taggart (2023 – Rumored)
Selena denied dating The Chainsmokers singer and stated she was single. - Benny Blanco (2023–Present)
In December 2023, Selena confirmed her relationship with record producer Benny Blanco, calling it her healthiest relationship to date.
Race / Ethnicity
Predominantly White
Mexican ancestry (father), Italian descent (mother)
Hair Color
Natural: Dark Brown (occasionally dyed blonde or black)
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Baby face
- Thick hair
Measurements
35–26–35 in or 89–66–89 cm
Brand Endorsements
Sears, UNICEF, Adidas, Pantene, Our Place, Coach, Puma
Religion
Raised Catholic; describes herself as spiritual rather than religious
Best Known For
Portraying Alex Russo on Wizards of Waverly Place and her successful music career
First Album
- Stars Dance (2013) – Solo debut
- Kiss & Tell (2009) – With Selena Gomez & the Scene
First TV Show
Barney & Friends (2002–2003)
First Film
Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over (2003)
Selena Gomez Tattoos
- Music note on wrist (2012)
- “God strengthens me” – Philippians 4:13 (2013)
- “Love Yourself First” in Arabic (2014)
- Om symbol on hip (2015)
- Semicolon tattoo honoring 13 Reasons Why
- Matching “1” tattoo with Courtney Lopez (2018)
- “4” tattoo with friends
- “G” behind ear for sister Gracie
- “Sunshine” on foot (for grandmother)
- Roman numeral “1976” for mother
- Kidney transplant date (honoring donor Francia Raisa)
- Rosary hands thigh tattoo
- Arrow tattoo with Julia Michaels
- “Rare” on neck (2020)
- Small cross on collarbone (2021)
- “By God” ankle tattoo (2022)
Selena Gomez Facts
- Selena Gomez was named after the late Tejano music legend Selena Quintanilla-Pérez, whom her parents greatly admired.
- Her mother, Amanda “Mandy” Teefey, was only 16 years old when Selena was born.
- Selena grew up in a single-parent household and has often credited her mother for shaping her work ethic.
- She began acting professionally at the age of 7 on Barney & Friends.
- On Barney & Friends, she became close friends with Demi Lovato, a friendship that lasted for years.
- Selena was bullied in school because of her early fame, which led her parents to choose homeschooling.
- She officially graduated high school through homeschooling in May 2010.
- At just 17, she became the youngest-ever UNICEF Ambassador at the time of her appointment.
- Selena has traveled extensively for UNICEF, working to improve education and healthcare for children.
- She rose to global fame playing Alex Russo on Disney Channel’s Wizards of Waverly Place.
- The show won an Emmy Award, making it one of Disney Channel’s most successful series.
- Selena formed the band Selena Gomez & the Scene before launching her solo music career.
- Her solo debut album Stars Dance (2013) debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.
- She is one of the few Disney stars to successfully transition into an adult pop career.
- Selena has openly struggled with anxiety, depression, and panic attacks.
- In 2015, she revealed she had been diagnosed with lupus, an autoimmune disease.
- Due to lupus complications, she underwent a kidney transplant in September 2017.
- Her close friend Francia Raisa donated the kidney.
- Selena later revealed she was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 2020.
- She has been praised for openly discussing mental health and encouraging therapy.
- Selena founded the beauty brand Rare Beauty in 2020.
- Rare Beauty focuses on mental health advocacy and inclusive beauty standards.
- Within three years, Rare Beauty helped make Selena a self-made billionaire according to several business reports.
- She launched WonderMind, a mental health platform, with her mother in 2021.
- Selena is one of the most-followed women in Instagram history, surpassing 400 million followers in 2023.
- She deliberately takes long breaks from social media to protect her mental health.
- Selena starred in and executive-produced the Hulu series Only Murders in the Building.
- Her performance in the show earned her Emmy and Golden Globe nominations.
- She has voiced characters in animated films like Hotel Transylvania.
- Selena loves cooking and even hosted a cooking show titled Selena + Chef.
- She has stated that cooking helps her relax and feel grounded.
- Selena is fluent in English and understands conversational Spanish.
- She is a huge fan of horror movies and enjoys watching them alone.
- Selena has five rescue dogs, most of whom were adopted from shelters.
- She has a lifelong love for pickles and even drinks pickle juice.
- Selena once said she would have become a chef if she hadn’t pursued entertainment.
- She has produced several projects, including 13 Reasons Why.
- The semicolon tattoo on her wrist represents mental health awareness and suicide prevention.
- Many of her tattoos are deeply personal and connected to family, faith, or recovery.
- Selena changed her autograph style after acting in Ramona and Beezus.
- She is allergic to kiwi fruit.
- Selena admires Britney Spears and considers her a lifelong inspiration.
- She collaborated with BLACKPINK on the global hit Ice Cream.
- She also collaborated with Coldplay on Let Somebody Go.
- Selena won Billboard’s Woman of the Year in 2017.
- She has won the Kids’ Choice Award for Favorite TV Actress five consecutive times.
- Selena starred in the documentary Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me (2022).
- The documentary revealed her struggles with fame, health, and identity.
- She believes vulnerability is her greatest strength rather than a weakness.
- Selena Gomez is widely regarded as a role model for resilience, mental health advocacy, and authenticity in pop culture.