Childhood and Education Journey of Selena Gomez in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Selena Gomez. From birth to education, explore key events.

Selena Gomez is an American actress, singer, songwriter, producer, and businesswoman. Her career began as a child actress on Barney & Friends, followed by her breakthrough role as Alex Russo on Disney's Wizards of Waverly Place. She later signed with Hollywood Records and formed the band Selena Gomez & the Scene, releasing three albums.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Legacy & Impact

July 22, 1992: Selena Gomez's Birth

On July 22, 1992, Selena Marie Gomez was born in the United States. She is an American actress, singer, songwriter, producer, and businesswoman.

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2004: Departure from Barney & Friends

In 2004, Selena Gomez left Barney & Friends after appearing in thirteen episodes.

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2005: Purity ring

In 2005, at age 13, Selena Gomez wanted a purity ring, and her father had it blessed at church.

September 2009: First UNICEF Field Mission to Ghana

In September 2009, Selena Gomez traveled to Ghana for her first official field mission as a UNICEF ambassador. She witnessed the conditions of vulnerable children and aimed to raise awareness.

2009: UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador

In 2009, Selena Gomez became a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador.

May 2010: High School Diploma

In May 2010, Selena Gomez earned her high-school diploma through homeschooling.

2010: Billboard 21 Under 21

In 2010, Billboard featured Selena Gomez on their 21 Under 21 list.

2010: Stopped wearing ring

In 2010, Selena Gomez stopped wearing the purity ring.

February 2011: UNICEF Visit to Chile

In February 2011, Selena Gomez traveled to Chile to meet with families of the UNICEF-supported "Programa Puente", which helped families better understand and develop skills to deal with early childhood education, development, and other issues related to raising children.

2011: Billboard 21 Under 21

In 2011, Billboard featured Selena Gomez on their 21 Under 21 list.

January 2012: Hiatus of Selena Gomez & the Scene

In January 2012, Selena Gomez confirmed that she would be taking a break from music, placing Selena Gomez & the Scene on hiatus, which eventually became a permanent split.

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April 2012: Advocacy for UNICEF's "Sound the Alarm" Campaign

In April 2012, Selena Gomez advocated for the global "Sound the Alarm" campaign on Facebook and Twitter, and recorded a public announcement encouraging young people to donate $10 via text message to prevent the death of a million children from malnutrition in the Sahel Region of West and Central Africa.

2012: Billboard 21 Under 21

In 2012, Billboard featured Selena Gomez on their 21 Under 21 list.

2012: End of Wizards of Waverly Place

In 2012, Wizards of Waverly Place officially ended its run on the Disney Channel after four seasons.

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2012: Diagnosis of lupus

Sometime between 2012 and early 2014, Selena Gomez was diagnosed with a form of lupus erythematosus.

August 2013: Embarking on the Stars Dance Tour

In August 2013, Selena Gomez embarked on her Stars Dance Tour, performing in North America and Europe.

December 2013: Cancellation of Stars Dance Tour and Hiatus Announcement

In December 2013, Selena Gomez canceled the Australian and Asian legs of her Stars Dance Tour, announcing a hiatus to spend time with family.

2013: Birth of Half-Sister Gracie Elliot Teefey

In 2013, Selena Gomez's mother and her second husband, Brian Teefey, had a daughter, Gracie Elliot Teefey.

January 2014: Reported Stay at Treatment Center

In January 2014, reports surfaced that Selena Gomez had spent two weeks at Dawn at The Meadows, a treatment center specializing in addiction and trauma.

April 2014: Firing of Management and Signing with WMA and Brillstein

In April 2014, Selena Gomez fired her mother and stepfather as her managers and signed with WMA and Brillstein companies.

2014: Listened to "Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)"

In 2014, Selena Gomez said that she listened to "Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)" by Hillsong United before performing at the 2014 American Music Awards.

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2014: Sale of Tarzana mansion

In 2014, Selena Gomez sold her mansion in Tarzana, Los Angeles, for $3.5 million.

2014: Speaks out about the 2014 Gaza War

In 2014, Selena Gomez spoke out about the 2014 Gaza War, posting a message on her social media asking for help and prayers for Gaza, while clarifying that she was not picking any sides and praying for peace and humanity for all.

2014: Visit to Nepal

In 2014, Selena Gomez visited Nepal to raise awareness for children in need as a UNICEF ambassador.

2015: Diagnosis of Lupus and Chemotherapy

In 2015, Selena Gomez confirmed her diagnosis of lupus and revealed she underwent chemotherapy after canceling her tour.

2015: Purchase of Fort Worth mansion

In 2015, Selena Gomez purchased a mansion in Fort Worth, Texas, for $3.5 million.

June 2016: LGBTQ+ Support

In June 2016, Selena Gomez co-authored a "love letter" during pride month for Billboard's 30 Days of Pride and collaborated with other artists for the charity single "Hands" to support victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting.

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August 2016: Cancellation of Revival Tour's European and South American Legs

In August 2016, Selena Gomez canceled the European and South American legs of her Revival Tour due to anxiety, panic attacks, and depression caused by her lupus.

2016: Appeared at Hillsong Young & Free concert

In 2016, Selena Gomez appeared at a Hillsong Young & Free concert in Los Angeles, leading worship by singing her song "Nobody".

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2016: Forbes 30 Under 30 Listing

In 2016, Selena Gomez appeared in Forbes 30 Under 30.

2016: Rehab Stay and Recognition at Music Awards

In 2016, Selena Gomez rechecked into rehab to focus on her mental health. In the same year, she won Biggest Triple Threat at the iHeartRadio Music Awards and was nominated for multiple awards, including Top Female Artist at the Billboard Music Awards. She was also named to Forbes' 30 Under 30 list.

June 2017: Discomfort with religion

In June 2017, Selena Gomez expressed discomfort with the term "religion", stating that she believes more in faith and a relationship with God.

September 2017: Kidney transplant revelation

In September 2017, Selena Gomez revealed on Instagram that she had received a kidney transplant from actress and friend Francia Raisa due to lupus complications.

2017: Approached about Living Undocumented

In 2017, Selena Gomez was approached about the project 'Living Undocumented' and decided to become involved after watching footage that captured "the shame, uncertainty, and fear I saw my own family struggle with.

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October 2018: Sale of Fort Worth mansion

In October 2018, Selena Gomez sold her mansion in Fort Worth, Texas, for $3.5 million.

2018: Attendance at We Day California

In 2018, Selena Gomez attended the We Day California youth empowerment event in Los Angeles and introduced Nellie Mainor, a young fan who had a rare kidney disease.

2018: Psychosis episode

In November 2022, Selena Gomez revealed that she had an episode of psychosis in 2018, suggesting a diagnosis of bipolar 1 disorder.

May 2019: Speaks out on Alabama abortion ban

In May 2019, Selena Gomez spoke out on Instagram in favor of abortion rights in the United States following the Alabama abortion ban.

October 1, 2019: Op-ed for Time on Living Undocumented

On October 1, 2019, Selena Gomez wrote an op-ed for Time, explaining her involvement with the Netflix docuseries Living Undocumented after being approached in 2017, and her connection to the subject matter due to her own family's struggles.

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April 2020: Bipolar disorder diagnosis

In April 2020, Selena Gomez revealed that she has bipolar disorder.

June 2020: Black Lives Matter Support

In June 2020, Selena Gomez supported the Black Lives Matter movement by lending her Instagram account to Alicia Garza, co-creator of Black Lives Matter.

2020: Founding Rare Beauty and Rare Impact Fund and Time 100 listing

In 2020, Selena Gomez founded the cosmetic company Rare Beauty and non-profit Rare Impact Fund and appeared in Time 100.

2020: Move to Encino mansion and sale of Studio City house

In 2020, Selena Gomez moved to a $5 million mansion in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Encino and sold her house in Studio City, Los Angeles, for $2.3 million.

May 2021: VAX Live Concert Participation

In May 2021, Selena Gomez participated in the VAX Live: The Concert to Reunite the World, promoting the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines worldwide.

2021: Maintained Christian faith

In 2021, Selena Gomez remarked that she maintained her Christian faith and had read The Purpose Driven Life by Baptist pastor Rick Warren three times.

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May 2022: Mental Health Youth Action Forum

In May 2022, MTV partnered with Selena Gomez and the Rare Impact Fund by Rare Beauty to host the Mental Health Youth Action Forum at the White House.

June 2022: Response to Roe v. Wade Overturning

In June 2022, Selena Gomez stated she was "not happy" about the overturning of Roe v. Wade and urged men to speak against the issue.

October 2022: COVID-19 diagnosis

In October 2022, Selena Gomez canceled an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon after testing positive for COVID-19.

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November 2022: Psychosis episode

In November 2022, Selena Gomez revealed that she had an episode of psychosis in 2018, suggesting a diagnosis of bipolar 1 disorder.

February 2023: Regained Status as Most-Followed Woman on Instagram

In February 2023, Selena Gomez regained her status as the most-followed woman on Instagram.

October 2023: Artist4Ceasefire Letter

In October 2023, Selena Gomez signed an Artist4Ceasefire letter calling for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza.

December 2023: Fundraiser for Gaza

In December 2023, Selena Gomez attended Ramy Youssef's fundraiser for Gaza.

2023: Participation in Los Angeles Pride Parade

In 2023, Selena Gomez and her cosmetics brand Rare Beauty participated in the 53rd annual Los Angeles Pride Parade, and her Rare Impact Fund donated funds for The Trevor Project and Trans Lifeline.

January 2024: Statements on Music Career

In January 2024, Selena Gomez expressed a preference for acting over music and indicated she plans to release only "one more album". She initially felt too old for the pop-star life, but later clarified that music would remain part of her career.

April 2024: Time 100 Summit Speaker

In April 2024, Selena Gomez was a speaker at the Time 100 Summit, discussing mental health protection and social media.

May 1, 2024: Rare Beauty Summit

On May 1, 2024, Selena Gomez held a special event dedicated to mental health awareness called the Rare Beauty Summit. U.S. Surgeon General Vice Admiral Vivek Murthy joined her at this event, praising Gomez for the Rare Impact Fund and for promoting self-acceptance and healing.

September 2024: Inability to have children naturally

In September 2024, Selena Gomez revealed her inability to have children naturally due to her health issues, and mentioned wanting to explore either surrogacy or adoption in the future.

November 2024: Diagnosis of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth

In November 2024, Selena Gomez disclosed a prior diagnosis of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth.

December 11, 2024: Engagement to Benny Blanco

On December 11, 2024, Selena Gomez formally announced her engagement to record producer Benny Blanco following a period of media rumors.

2024: Rare Beauty Valuation and Membership in the Order of Arts and Letters

In 2024, Selena Gomez's cosmetic company Rare Beauty was valued at $2 billion and was made a member of the Order of Arts and Letters by the Government of France.