BIOGRAPHY
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Full name: Selena Marie Gomez
D.O.B: July 22, 1992 (age 30)
Born at: Grand Prairie, Texas, U.S.
Occupations: Singer,actress,producer
Years active: 2002–present
Organisation: Rare Beauty
Works: Solo,discography,
Song performance
Videography
SELENA GOMEZ EARLY LIFE AND CAREER
Observing her mother practicing for performances throughout her upbringing, Selena spent countless hours in admiration. When she was only seven years old, Selena obtained her first acting opportunity in the well-known Barney and Friends television show, and later on in Spy Kids 3D: Game Over.
Through a countrywide casting search, Disney Channel discovered her extraordinary abilities. Her initial involvement in the channel was as a guest star in The Suite Life of Zack and Cody and Hannah Montana. Blessed with unusual potential, Selena was granted her very own production as one of three kid wizards in Wizards of Waverly Place.
In addition to her television aspirations, Selena was able to snag some smaller roles in movies such as Another Cinderella Story and Horton Hears a Who!. As Selena's friend and fellow teenage star Demi Lovato started to rise in popularity, it helped Selena's career at Disney. The two best friends even starred together in a TV movie titled Princess Protection Program. Disney's success with Selena's TV show led to them ordering the production of the movie "Wizards of Waverly Place"
Following that, Selena was dubbed the Disney darling and was renowned for her acting career. Besides her passion for acting, Selena found her calling in singing, recording for Disneymania and the Another Cinderella Story soundtrack. Her talent for music eventually earned her a recording contract with Hollywood Records in 2008. Selena also shared a close bond with the band members of Forever the Sickest Kids and worked together on a hit song called Whoa Oh!.
There album "Kiss and Tell" was a commercial success, peaking at number 9 on the Billboard 200 chart. After venturing out on her own, Selena put together a musical group which she named The Scene. Their debut album, Kiss and Tell, resonated well with audiences and climbed up to number 9 on the prominent Billboard 200 chart.
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After declaring her farewell from Wizards of Waverly Place, Selena continued to receive movie opportunities such as Monte Carlo and 13 Reasons Why. She is also recognized for her humanitarian endeavors as an ambassador for UNICEF. Selena has committed herself to various projects, including securing clean water for Ghana and promoting environmental awareness for children via Disney's Friends for Change campaign.
Selena ventured into the business realm by establishing July Moon Productions, a production house, and launching Dream Out Loud, a clothing brand. Staying true to her passion for the environment, the line incorporates sustainable and recycled materials.
In the year 2009, the recording process for Selena Gomez and the Scene's second studio album commenced. Come September 2010, their toil yielded fruit with the release of their album titled A Year Without Rain. This album superseded their previous works on Billboard 200. Selena's spotlight didn't only shine on her music career, as rumors about her romantic relationship with fellow Disney star Nick Jonas were circulated; however, distance eventually separated them.
Selena had a noteworthy romance with Justin Bieber, which garnered a lot of attention. During the height of their careers, the two made various public appearances together. In 2011, Selena started to promote her third studio album by dropping the single Who Says.
When asked about the melody, she expressed, In my opinion, the tune conveys such a powerful note to my followers. Its impact on me was profound when I first listened to it, and I felt it would be ideal for them. When the Sun Goes Down album made its way to the market on June 28, 2011, accompanied by a globe-trotting excursion.
During 2013, Selena participated in the making of the R-rated film Spring Breakers while simultaneously preparing for her fourth album. This project, named Stars Dance, became her debut work as a solo performer. Upon releasing the album, which became number one on the Billboard 200, Selena returned to prioritizing her acting career. She had roles in a variety of films including Getaway, Behaving, and Rudderless, before presenting her breakthrough solo album For You in late 2014.
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Selena parted ways with Hollywood Records after the release of her album, making it her final project with them. In the beginning of 2015, she signed with Interscope Records and this sparked rumors that she was romantically involved with Zedd, her fellow labelmate, after they were seen together on numerous occasions. During this time, it was also speculated that Selena had ended things with Justin Bieber due to the tumultuous nature of their relationship.
In February 2015, Zedd released his album "True Colors" featuring a lead single titled I Want You to Know. It was later disclosed that Selena had collaborated with the DJ to create this track.
Selena made an announcement in June regarding her latest single titled Good for You. The song, accompanied by a guest verse from A$AP Rocky, marked the beginning of Selena's first album for Insterscope. Subsequently, her second solo project, named Revival, hit the shelves on October 9 to rave reviews from industry critics. It managed to claim the top spot on Billboard 200 upon its debut.
Starting her journey on May 6, 2016, Selena went on a global tour called the Revival Tour. While she toured North America, Asia, and Oceania with enthusiasm, Selena was forced to terminate the European and South American leg of her tour in August. Her decision was triggered by her struggle with lupus-associated anxiety, panic attacks, and depression. After withdrawing from public life and social media, Selena entered rehab again to prioritize her mental well-being.
The 2016 American Music Awards witnessed her first public appearance after rehab.
Selena made headlines in Los Angeles the next year when she was spotted kissing The Weeknd. Confirming the rumors, they posted pictures of each other on Instagram. In February, Selena's collaboration with Kygo, It Ain't Me, hit the Billboard Hot 100, peaking in the top 10 and marking her return to music.
Despite her demanding agenda as an executive producer for 13 Reasons Why on Netflix, Selena has managed to make time for her music career. She has been collaborating with renowned artists such as Ryan Tedder, Julia Michaels, and Justin Tranter to create her upcoming album. Selena recently delighted her fans by releasing the single Bad Liar on June 18, giving them a sneak peek of what's to come.
Billboard considered Bad Liar as the best single of 2017, and this achievement led to appreciation from the music critics and fans alike. The song's tremendous popularity was evident through its conquest of top spots in the music charts of various countries, such as Australia, Finland, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Lebanon, and New Zealand.
Selena's success with her single Bad Liar led to the release of two more singles, Fetish and Wolves, the latter of which was a collaboration with Marshmello. These two new songs were also met with high praise from fans of Selena's music.
Selena kept her fans updated on her lupus battle apart from releasing three new singles that year. The singer took to Instagram in September to reveal that her friend, actress Francia Raisa, had donated her kidney for Selena's transplant surgery. Unfortunately, a damaged artery during the procedure led to an emergency surgery where Selena had to replace the artery with a vein from her leg.
It was a relief for her that the emergency proceeded smoothly. Selena was acknowledged as the Billboard Woman of the Year in November for her consistent efforts in empowering young women worldwide to embrace their true selves courageously and speak up fearlessly. Lady GaGa, Taylor Swift, and Katy Perry were some of the remarkable women who have previously attained this prestigious honor.
Selena had a hectic year in 2018. Besides launching Back to You, her newest single for the 13 Reasons Why season 2 track, she repeated her role as Mavis in Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation. The movie premiered in July. The same month, LA prosecutors broke the news of a New Jersey woman being accused of hacking into Selena's email accounts.
Selena collaborated with DJ Snake, Ozuna and Cardi B for Taki Taki in late September. The song went on to claim the top spot on Billboard's Hot Latin Songs chart and receive several music awards. Selena later checked into a mental health rehabilitation facility after the song's release, but was discharged only a month later
Throughout her recovery period, Selena kept herself in good spirits by spending leisurely moments with friends. As February of 2019 approached, she teamed up with Benny Bianco, Tainy, and J Balvin to produce I Can't Get Enough, before featuring in Jim Jarmusch's The Dead Don't Die. Additionally, she took on an executive producer role for the Netflix docuseries Living Undocumented, which focused on eight vulnerable families residing in the United States who were undocumented.
In October, Selena initiated the marketing for her third album, commencing the unveiling with the lead single called Lose You to Love Me that secured the 15th position on Billboard's Hot 100. Shortly after, she also released another track titled Look at Her Now.
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