Selena Marie Gomez, born on 22 July 1992 in Grand Prairie, Texas, is an American actress, singer, producer, and businesswoman. She began her career as a child actress on Barney & Friends (2002–2004) before rising to fame as Alex Russo in the Disney Channel series Wizards of Waverly Place (2007–2012), which earned her widespread recognition and several awards. Transitioning into films, she appeared in projects like Ramona and Beezus (2010), Monte Carlo (2011), and voiced Mavis in the Hotel Transylvania franchise. Alongside acting, Selena pursued a successful music career, first with her band Selena Gomez & the Scene and later as a solo artist, releasing chart-topping albums such as Stars Dance (2013) and Revival (2015). Beyond entertainment, she is the founder of Rare Beauty, a cosmetics brand launched in 2020, and has been an advocate for mental health awareness and UNICEF ambassador. In recent years, she has starred in the acclaimed Hulu series Only Murders in the Building (2021–present), earning Emmy nominations. In 2025, she married music producer Benny Blanco. With her multifaceted career and influence, Selena Gomez remains one of the most admired and versatile figures in global entertainment.