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Selena Gomezis a triple threat — she acts, sings, and dances. This woman can do it all.

And in case you haven’t heard, she’s now reportedly abillionare.

But that didn’t happen overnight! She has been in the spotlight since childhood, making an impact in both music and acting and has become an adored figure and an inspiration for her fans.

Beyond her talents, she has openly talked about her mental and physical struggles, showcasing her vulnerability and strength.

I’ve put together photographs highlighting her professional accomplishments and evolution as an artist, capturing her distinct style and charisma over the years:

1.In 2002, Selena Gomez began her acting career onBarney & Friends, staring as Gianna.

2.To start her film career, Selena took on roles in the filmsSpy Kids3-D: Game Over, playing the role of the Waterpark Girl andWalker, Texas Ranger: Trial by Fire, playing the role of Julie.

3.In 2006, she began her journey onDisneyChannel. She guest-starred onThe Suite Life of Zack & Cody,playing the role of Gwen.

4.A year later, in 2007, Selena starred in the Disney Channel showHannah Montana, where she played pop-star rival Mikayla.

5.That same year,Wizards of Waverly Placepremiered with Selena Gomez playing the character of Alex Russo, a teenager in a wizard family that runs a restaurant. The show was a hit on Disney Channel and ran for five years, ending with its fourth and final season in 2012.

6.In 2008, Selena Gomez voiced the character of Helga in the animated filmHorton Hears a Who!She also took the lead role of Mary Santiago in the movieAnotherCinderellaStorythat same year.

7.In 2009,Wizards of Waverly Placewon an Emmy Award for Outstanding Children’s Program.

8.In 2009, her band Selena Gomez & The Scene premiered their debut albumKiss & Tell, marking a huge milestone in her music career.

9.In 2009, Selena starred in the Disney Channel Original MoviePrincess Protection Programwith Demi Lovato. Together, they recorded a song for the film’s soundtrack called “One and the Same.”

11.Selena Gomez won the Kids' Choice Award for Favorite TV Actress in 2009 and continued her winning streak by taking the award home for five consecutive years until 2013.

12.In 2010, Selena stared inRamona and Beezus, playing the role of Beezus Quimby.

13.Also in 2010, Selena Gomez & The Scene released their hit songs ‘Naturally and ‘Round & Round’. The group also embarked on a successful tour.

14.In 2012, Selena starred inSpring Breakersand played the role of Faith. The film, released in 2013, had a star-studded cast that included Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Benson, James Franco, and Rachel Korine.

15.In 2012,Wizards of Waverly Placewon another Emmy for Outstanding Children’s Program.

16.In 2013, Selena Gomez released her debut solo albumStars Dance, featuring the popular song “Come & Get It.” The music video for “Come & Get It” won the Best Pop Video award at the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards.

17.In November 2014, Selena released her first greatest hits album,For You.

18.In 2015, in an interview with Billboard magazine, Selena opened up about herlupus diagnosisand her treatment.

19.In 2015, Selena released the songs “Good For You” and “I Want You to Know.”

20.Selena released her second album,Revival, in October 2015.

21.In 2016, Selena started her global Revival Tour but had to cancel due to health issues following her lupus diagnosis.

22.In 2016, Selena became the most followed person on Instagram. After taking time off to focus on her mental health, she stepped away from social media. Later that year, she appeared at the American Music Awards and won the award for Favorite Pop/Rock Female Artist.

23.In 2016, Selena was listed in the music category on Forbes'30 Under 30list.

24.In 2017, Selena dropped “It Ain’t Me” with Kygo.

25.In 2017, Selena served as executive producer for the coming-of-age drama13 Reasons Why. She released multiple songs for the soundtracks, including “Back To You” and a cover of the song “Only You.”

26.In 2017, Selena released “Bad Liar” and collaborated with producer Marshmello for the song “Wolves.”

27.Selena was named Billboard’s Woman of the Year in 2017.

29.In 2018, Selena became Spotify’s most-streamed artist, even though she hadn’t released an album since 2015.

30.In 2019, Selena starred inThe Dead Don’t Dieas Zoe andA Rainy Day in New Yorkas Chan Tyrell. She also served as an executive producer for the Netflix docuseriesLiving Undocumented, which follows eight undocumented families in America.

31.In 2019, Selena released “Lose You to Love Me” and “Look at Her Now.” “Lose You to Love Me” topped the Billboard Hot 100, marking Gomez’s first number-one song on the chart.

32.Selena released her albumRarein January 2020.

34.Selena launched her makeup line, Rare Beauty, in September 2020. The line focuses on inclusivity, mental health initiatives, and education.

35.In 2021, Selena starred in, and also executively produced, the Hulu/Disney+ seriesOnly Murders in the Buildingwith co-stars Steve Martin and Martin Short. She plays the role of Mabel Mora.

36.In November 2022, Selena released her documentarySelenaGomez: My Mind & Meon Apple TV+. The documentary follows Selena’s mental health journey and her struggles with lupus and bipolar disorder.

38.In 2024, it was announced thatWizards of Waverly Placewould return to screens, with Selena reprising her role as Alex Russo.

39.In February 2024, Selena released her single “Love On.”

40.In September 2024, Selena joined theBillionaires Club!

41.Releasing in November 2024, the filmEmilia Pérezfeatures Selena Gomez playing the role of Jessi.

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Selena is an unstoppable force of nature who has taken every industry by storm!

Selena Gomez in a beige trench coat and white blouse, standing in an elevator in a scene from Hulu's "Only Murders in the Building."

Selena Gomez wipes her forehead with a cloth in a kitchen. Text reads "It's hard work." Background includes a brick wall and an arched kitchen feature

Selena Gomez dressed in a vintage-style striped outfit and sailor hat, posing and smiling in a playful manner

Selena Gomez in a casual outfit with a brown coat and jeans, sitting on a chair during an event, holding a microphone

Selena Gomez standing and speaking while a young boy with light hair and seated in the background listens attentively

Selena Gomez and Daryl Sabara in winter clothing, standing outside a theme park with castle structures in the background, appearing focused

Selena Gomez, wearing a long-sleeved top with two braids, holds a blue booklet and speaks in front of a blue curtain backdrop

Selena Gomez in a scene from "Hannah Montana," sitting at a table and holding a phone. She is wearing a pink mesh top under a black vest

Selena Gomez at a Disney Channel event, blowing a kiss while sitting at a table, wearing a casual long-sleeve top

Selena Gomez waves and smiles while wearing a stylish dress

Selena Gomez smiles while holding an Emmy Award, wearing a strapless, bejeweled gown at the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences event

Selena Gomez on stage, wearing a sequined dress and black tights, singing into a microphone with a band setup in the background

Selena Gomez at the Princess Protection Program event, standing on a red carpet in a short, one-shoulder white dress with silver high heels and jewelry

Selena Gomez smiles at a Disney Channel event, wearing a black and white patterned top with her hair styled in loose waves

Selena Gomez at the Teen Choice Awards 2009 wearing a one-shoulder dress and silver heels

A group photo on the red carpet of the MTV EMAs featuring Selena Gomez in a white ruffled dress with four men from the band, The Scene

Selena Gomez waves and smiles while walking on the red carpet in an elegant strapless gown with intricate detailing. Photographers are in the background

Selena Gomez smiles, wearing a sleeveless black halter dress with intricate lace and feather details

Selena Gomez on stage in an intricate, ethereal purple dress with sheer, flowing fabric and detailed embellishments, performing barefoot

Selena Gomez stands on stage, holding a microphone, in an elegant flowing gown

Selena Gomez in a black patterned dress, with her hair styled in loose waves, attending an event

Selena Gomez performs on stage, holds a microphone, and points upward. She wears a sparkly, long-sleeved dress

Selena Gomez performs on stage, wearing a sleek, fitted black dress with sheer panels and black gloves

Selena Gomez performs on stage in a sheer, black bodysuit. She holds a microphone and gestures with her other hand. Audience hands hold up signs

Selena Gomez at the American Music Awards, wearing a sleeveless, fitted gown and statement earrings

Selena Gomez on a red carpet in a metallic, form-fitting dress with large buttons down the front, holding a matching clutch

Selena Gomez speaks on a dark stage at a WE Day event, holding a WE-branded microphone. She wears a colorful, patchwork jacket with various fun designs

Selena Gomez on the red carpet, smiling and playfully placing a finger on her lips, wearing a black leather jacket and large loop earrings

Selena Gomez at Billboard Women in Music event, wearing a black strapless top and black pants with cutout detailing, standing on a pink carpet backdrop

Selena Gomez at the American Music Awards wearing a strapless, satin green dress with a large bow and a diamond necklace, posing on the red carpet

Selena Gomez on a red carpet in a formal, embellished gown, with cameras and photographers in the background

Rosario Dawson and Selena Gomez pose next to a 'Living Undocumented' poster at a Netflix event

Selena Gomez is on stage, wearing a fitted black dress, holding a microphone and performing against an ornate background

Selena Gomez sits on a director's chair with legs crossed, wearing a plaid blazer, light blue jeans, hoop earrings, and holding a microphone

Selena Gomez poses on a red carpet in a pink turtleneck and a flowing black skirt

Selena Gomez, Steve Martin, and Martin Short smiling and wearing winter coats while walking outdoors among people, including some in masks

Selena Gomez poses on the red carpet at the AFI Fest Film Festival, wearing an elegant one-shoulder, purple satin dress with statement earrings

Selena Gomez in a red lace gown and Taylor Swift in a black dress pose together indoors at an event with seated attendees in the background

Selena Gomez on the red carpet in an off-shoulder dress with floral detailing, smiling at the camera. Photographers are seen in the background

Selena Gomez smiles while holding a "DEADLINE" microphone during an interview, wearing a black outfit with long, wavy hair

Selena Gomez waves while wearing a black strapless gown at an event with a backdrop featuring large filmstrips

Selena Gomez at an event, wearing an elegant black and white off-shoulder gown with a sparkling diamond necklace and matching earrings

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