Selena Gomez's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Selena Gomez. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Selena Gomez is an American actress, singer, songwriter, producer, and businesswoman. Starting as a child actress on Barney & Friends, she gained prominence as Alex Russo on Disney's Wizards of Waverly Place. She signed with Hollywood Records in 2008 and fronted the band Selena Gomez & the Scene, releasing three successful albums including Kiss & Tell and A Year Without Rain.

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August 2009: Named Youngest UNICEF Ambassador

In August 2009, Selena Gomez, at the age of 17, became the youngest UNICEF ambassador, a record later surpassed by Millie Bobby Brown.

2010: Billboard 21 Under 21 List

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

2011: Start of Top 40 Hits Streak

From 2011, Selena Gomez achieved a streak of 16 consecutive top 40 hits on the Billboard Hot 100, marking the longest active run for any artist, according to Billboard. This streak lasted until 2018.

2011: Billboard 21 Under 21 List

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

April 2012: Named Ambassador to the Ryan Seacrest Foundation

In April 2012, Selena Gomez was named ambassador to the Ryan Seacrest Foundation, and she had previously made an appearance at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia during a Ryan Seacrest Foundation broadcast.

2012: Billboard 21 Under 21 List

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

October 2015: Release of Revival

In October 2015, Selena Gomez released her second studio album, Revival. The album was reviewed positively by critics, who praised its production and lyrical content. The album debuted at number-one on the U.S. Billboard 200.

2015: Billboard Women in Music Chart-Topper Award

In 2015, Selena Gomez was honored with the Chart-Topper Award at the Billboard Women in Music event.

2016: American Music Awards win and Other Recognitions

In 2016, Selena Gomez made her first public appearance since entering rehab at the American Music Awards, where she won Favorite Pop/Rock Female Artist. She also won Biggest Triple Threat at the iHeartRadio Music Awards, and was named to Forbes' 30 Under 30 list in the music category.

2016: Forbes 30 Under 30

In 2016, Selena Gomez was named in Forbes 30 Under 30.

September 2017: Kidney Transplant Revelation

In September 2017, Selena Gomez revealed on Instagram that she had withdrawn from public events during the previous few months because she had received a kidney transplant from actress and friend Francia Raisa.

2017: Billboard Woman of the Year

Billboard named Selena Gomez the Woman of the Year in 2017.

2017: "Women Who Are Changing the World"

In 2017, Time honored Selena Gomez as one of the "women who are changing the world" on its First Women Leaders list.

2018: Billboard's Greatest of All Time Pop Songs Artists

Billboard included Selena Gomez in its list of Greatest of All Time Pop Songs Artists in 2018, ranking her at number 31.

2018: "It Ain't Me" nomination at Billboard Music Awards

In 2018, "It Ain't Me" received nominations at major awards around the world, including Top Dance/Electronic Song at the Billboard Music Awards.

October 2019: Release of Living Undocumented

In October 2019, Selena Gomez served as an executive producer for the Netflix docuseries Living Undocumented, which follows eight undocumented families in America. The series was critically successful and received a News and Documentary Emmy Award nomination.

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2019: Billboard's 100 Most Successful Artists of the 2010s

In 2019, Billboard named Selena Gomez one of the 100 most successful artists of the 2010s, ranking her at number 38.

2019: "Bad Liar" ranked on best of 2010s list

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

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2019: McLean Award for mental health advocacy

In 2019, Selena Gomez received the McLean Award for her advocacy in the area of mental health.

2020: Forbes 30 Under 30 All-Star Alumni

In 2020, Selena Gomez was named to Forbes 30 Under 30 list in its "All-Star Alumni" category, having previously been named in 2016.

2020: Named to Forbes' 30 Under 30 "All-Star Alumni" Category

In 2020, Selena Gomez was named to Forbes' 30 Under 30 list in its "All-Star Alumni" category.

August 2021: Premiere of Only Murders in the Building

In August 2021, Selena Gomez starred in and executive produced the mystery-comedy series Only Murders in the Building, alongside Steve Martin and Martin Short, which premiered on Hulu. It became the most-watched comedy premiere in the platform's history.

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2021: Release of Revelación

In 2021, Selena Gomez released the Spanish EP Revelación, which earned her nominations at the Grammys and Latin Grammy Awards.

September 2022: End of Selena + Chef Run

In September 2022, Selena + Chef concluded its four-season run. The show was nominated for Outstanding Culinary Series at the 50th Daytime Emmy Awards.

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2022: The Hollywood Reporter's Power 100 List

From 2022 to 2024 consecutively, Selena Gomez was included in The Hollywood Reporter's Power 100 list, as one of the most powerful women in entertainment.

2022: Recognition for Mental Health Advocacy

In 2022, Selena Gomez was honored with the first-ever Mental Health Innovations Award for Excellence in Mental Health Advocacy by the Stanford Healthcare Innovation Lab. She also received the Morton E. Ruderman Award in Inclusion by the Ruderman Family Foundation.

2022: Number One Positive Influencer on Social Media

In 2022, Selena Gomez was recognized as the number one positive influencer on social media.

2023: "Calm Down" success

In 2023, Selena Gomez was featured on the remix of Nigerian artist Rema's song, "Calm Down". The song achieved international success, peaking at number three on the Billboard Global 200 and becoming a major crossover hit.

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May 1, 2024: Rare Beauty Summit for mental health awareness

On May 1, 2024, Selena Gomez held a special event dedicated to mental health awareness called the Rare Beauty Summit, where she also offered resources to solve mental health problems. The U.S. Surgeon General Vice Admiral Vivek Murthy joined her at this event and thanked Gomez for creating the Rare Impact Fund and for paving the way for self-acceptance, support, and healing.

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August 2024: Continuation of Only Murders in the Building Success

As of August 2024, Only Murders in the Building continues to be the most-watched original comedy series on Hulu, showcasing its sustained popularity and critical acclaim.

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September 2024: Selena Gomez becomes a billionaire

In September 2024, it was reported that Selena Gomez had become a billionaire, with an estimated net worth of $1.3 billion, largely attributed to Rare Beauty. At age 32, she had become "one of the country's youngest female self-made billionaires".

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October 2024: Chevalier de l'Ordre des arts et des lettres

In October 2024, Selena Gomez was granted the title of Chevalier de l'Ordre des arts et des lettres by the Government of France for her significant contribution to the enrichment of the French cultural inheritance.

2024: The Hollywood Reporter's Power 100 List

From 2022 to 2024 consecutively, Selena Gomez was included in The Hollywood Reporter's Power 100 list, as one of the most powerful women in entertainment.

2024: Rare Beauty valued at $2 Billion

In 2024, Selena Gomez's cosmetic company Rare Beauty was valued at $2 billion.

March 21, 2025: Release of "I Said I Love You First"

On March 21, 2025, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco released their collaborative album, her fourth studio album, "I Said I Love You First", which debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 and was met with mixed to positive reviews.