How Selena Gomez Shaped the Future: A Legacy Timeline

A detailed timeline of the impact and legacy of Selena Gomez across different fields.

Selena Gomez is an American actress, singer, and businesswoman. She started her career as a child actress in Barney & Friends (2002-2004) and gained prominence as a teen idol for her role as Alex Russo in the Disney Channel sitcom Wizards of Waverly Place (2007–2012). In 2008, she signed with Hollywood Records and formed the band Selena Gomez & the Scene, releasing three albums: Kiss & Tell (2009), A Year Without Rain (2010), and When the Sun Goes Down (2011).

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

2015: Justin Bieber Inspiration

In 2015, Justin Bieber acknowledged Selena Gomez as an inspiration and muse for his songwriting, notably for his album 'Purpose' and songs like 'What Do You Mean?', 'Sorry', 'Mark My Words', 'All That Matters', and 'Beauty and a Beat'.

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June 2017: Discomfort with the term "religion"

In June 2017, Selena Gomez expressed discomfort with the term "religion", emphasizing her belief in faith and a personal relationship with God.

2018: 13 Reasons Why Most-Watched Streaming Series

In 2018, the show 13 Reasons Why was the most-watched original streaming series.

2019: "Bad Liar" Ranked Among Best Songs of the 2010s

In 2019, Rolling Stone ranked "Bad Liar" at number 39 on its list of the best songs of the 2010s.

2021: Influential Pop Culture Icon

In 2021, Rolling Stone India regarded Selena Gomez as one of the most influential pop culture icons of her time.

2021: Vulture Ranks Gomez as a Likable Star

In 2021, Vulture ranked Selena Gomez third on its "Disney and Nickelodeon Stars Gone Pop" list, stating that "Gomez is perhaps the most effortlessly likable star of her generation".

August 2024: Ongoing success of Only Murders in the Building

As of August 2024, Only Murders in the Building remains the most-watched original comedy series on Hulu.

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September 2024: Inability to Have Children Naturally

In September 2024, Selena Gomez revealed her inability to have children naturally due to her health issues, expressing a desire to explore surrogacy or adoption in the future.