Selena Gomez’s life can be regarded as a rags-to-riches narrative. She is one of the most successful ‘Disney’ child performers. Nothing could stop her from succeeding, whether it was her parents’ divorce when she was a child or the horrible destitution she had to endure. She decided at an early age to follow in her mother’s footsteps and pursue a career as an actor. Starting off in modest roles in ‘Disney’ films, this actress quickly established herself and grew to renown. She has already garnered fifty-eight important accolades for her remarkable performances as both an actor and a singer at the young age of twenty-two. The social concerns she believes in and fights for have made her more endearing to her supporters. She has done everything she can to make a difference in the world, whether it is the welfare of destitute children in developing countries or the preservation of abandoned animals. This incredible singer attributes her musical influence to Bruno Mars, Britney Spears, Rihanna, Beyoncé, Skrillex, and Taylor Swift. The latter is a close buddy of Gomez’s, and the two are frequently regarded as inseparable. Continue reading to learn more about her life and work.
Childhood and Adolescence
Selena Marie Gomez was born on July 22, 1992, in Grand Prairie, Texas, to former actress Amanda Dawn Cornett and her Mexican husband, Ricardo Joel.
Her parents divorced when she was five years old, and her grandparents played a vital role in her upbringing. Gracie Elliot, Selena’s mother’s kid with Brian Teefey, and Victoria, Selena’s father and his second wife, Sara, have two stepsisters.
The young girl and her twenty-one-year-old mother battled to make ends meet when her parents divorced. Selena was motivated by Amanda’s stage performances to pursue a career in acting, and she was soon attending try-outs.
Career of Selena Gomez
Her first break came in 2002, when she was cast in the comedy ‘Barney and Friends,’ where she played Gianna. During the tryouts, she met Demi Lovato, a fellow singer who was also chosen for the show the same year.
Gomez made guest appearances in films such as ‘Walker, Texas Ranger: Trial by Fire’ and ‘Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over’ during and after his time on ‘Barney and Friends.’
In 2006, the young actor appeared in one episode of the ‘Disney’ sitcom ‘The Suite Life of Zack & Cody.’ The next year, she was cast in another ‘Disney’ show, ‘Hannah Montana,’ and began filming for ‘Arwin!’ and ‘Suite Life,’ both produced by the same company.
In 2007, Selena was cast as Alex Russo, the protagonist in the ‘Disney’ sitcom ‘Wizards of Waverly Place.’ She moved to Hollywood soon after and began a full-fledged acting career with Demi Lovato, a colleague and friend.
The program was a hit, and her theme song, ‘Everything Is Not What It Seems,’ catapulted the gifted actor to fame, prompting comparisons to fellow singer Miley Cyrus.
She formed her own music group, ‘Selena Gomez & the Scene,’ in 2008, as well as a production company called ‘July Moon Productions.’
She also starred in ‘Another Cinderella Story’ and contributed her voice to ‘Horton Hears a Who!’ in the same year. She also starred in shows such as ‘Jonas Brothers: Living the Dream’ and ‘Studio DC: Almost Live.’
‘Suite Life on Deck,’ ‘Sonny with a Chance,’ and ‘Princess Protection Program’ were among the episodes and films in which the remarkable actor appeared in 2009. Lovato and Selena sang the soundtrack ‘One and the Same’ for the latter. In the same year, he appeared in ‘Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie,’ a ‘Disney’ movie.
Apart from performing in films, she also lent her voice to the character of Princess Selenia in the 2009 film Arthur and the Revenge of Maltazard. ‘Selena Gomez & the Scene’ released her debut music album, ‘Kiss & Tell,’ around the same period. The next year, the young celebrity launched the ‘Dream Out Loud’ eco-friendly clothing line, which was later distributed through Kmart department stores. Selena released her second album, ‘A Year Without Rain,’ in 2010, following the success of her debut.
Despite the admiration and her hectic schedule, Gomez managed to finish her higher education in 2010 with the help of a home tutor. In the same year, she reprised her role as Princess Selenia in ‘Arthur 3: The War of the Two Worlds,’ as well as starring in the critically acclaimed film ‘Ramona and Beezus.’
The bankable star worked hard to improve her character in the commercially successful picture ‘Monte Carlo’ in 2011. She also had cameos in films such as ‘The Muppets’ and TV shows such as ‘PrankStars’ and ‘So Random!’
During this time, Selena launched her own fragrance line, which was to be distributed by ‘Adrenalina,’ a well-known sports label. Aside from her film roles, she also released a second album, ‘When the Sun Goes Down.’
Along with comic greats Steve Buscemi and Adam Sandler, the gifted actor voiced the character of Mavis in the animated film ‘Hotel Transylvania’ in 2012. In the same year, Gomez acted alongside James Franco, Vanessa Hudgens, Rachel Korine, and Ashley Benson in the film ‘Spring Breakers.’
The ‘Disney’ star produced her debut solo album, ‘Stars Dance,’ and another album, ‘For You,’ between 2013 and 2014. Her musical tour, dubbed ‘Stars Dance,’ was also a hit, with a huge growth in her fan base. She appeared in a number of films, including ‘Getaway,’ ‘Behaving Badly,’ ‘Rudderless,’ and ‘Aftershock.’
Selena will be featured in forthcoming films such as ‘Hotel Transylvania 2’, ‘In Dubious Battle,’ ‘The Revised Fundamentals of Caregiving,’ and ‘The Big Short’ in 2015-16.
Major Projects of Selena Gomez
Selena Gomez, one of the most well-known ‘Disney’ performers, is best known for her television film ‘Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie,’ which is regarded her most successful effort. The film, directed by Lev L. Spiro, drew 11.4 million viewers on its first day of release and won the ‘Primetime Emmy Award’ for ‘Best Children’s Program’ in 2010.
Achievements & Awards
This young famous actor has been nominated 125 times and has won some of the most prestigious accolades for both her singing and acting.
The ‘American Latino Media Arts Award’ (‘ALMA Award’) was given to this exceptional actress in 2009 for the series ‘Wizards of Waverly Place.’ She won the ‘Gracie Awards’ and the ‘Imagen Awards’ for the same show. She has also won seven ‘Nickelodeon’s Kids Choice Awards’ for her role in ‘Wizards of Waverley Place.’
Six times between 2010 and 2012, Gomez received the German ‘Bravo Otto’ honors. She was also named ‘Woman of the Year’ by the ‘Glamour Awards’ at the same time.
She earned the ‘Chris Greicius Celebrity Award’ from the ‘Make-A-Wish Foundation’ and the ‘Young Visionary Award’ at the ‘Unite4: Humanity’ ceremony in 2013 for her charity work.
She was also awarded the ‘MTV Video Music Awards‘ for the single ‘Come & Get It’ around the same period.
She won Broadcast Music, Incorporated (BMI) Awards as a songwriter for the songs “Come & Get It” and “Slow Down” in 2014-15.
For films including ‘Princess Protection Program,’ ‘Another Cinderella Story,’ and ‘Wizards of Waverly Place,’ Gomez has won the ‘Teen Choice Awards’ five times.
Personal History and Legacy
Selena Gomez and musician Justin Beiber began dating in 2011, but their relationship has been on and off since then. This actress is well-known for her philanthropic endeavors, which include her involvement with the ‘Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF’ campaign. She became the organization’s youngest representative, surpassing New Zealand talent Hayley Westenra’s previous record.
She volunteered for the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in Ghana, helping poor children.
Other organizations and initiatives with which she has been involved include ‘DoSomething.org,’ ‘Island Dog,’ ‘RAISE Hope for Congo,’ ‘Friends for Change,’ ‘Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund,’ and ‘Hope for Haiti Now,’ among many others. Gomez has volunteered for a variety of causes ranging from child welfare to animal protection to environmental concerns.
Estimated Net Worth
Gomez has an estimated net worth of 18 million dollars, the majority of which comes from her music album sales and her ‘Wizards of Waverley Place’ income.
Trivia
In 2013, this well-known American singer-actor received the ‘Capricho Awards’ for ‘Best Breakup.’