Selena Gomez is one of the most famous actresses and singers in the world, but what stands out the most is her transformation and how she has changed over time. This is a look back at her style, her ups and downs, and even her personal struggles.
2002
Her first appearence on camara was in 2002 when she played Gianna on the children’s show Barney & Friends for two seasons.
2003
In 2003, she made her debut on the big screen with Spy Kids 3.
2006
Selena appeared in The Suite Life of Zack and Cody as a character named Gwen, beginning to transform into a child prodigy. All the shows and movies she had participated in had been successful.
2007
Years after minor roles, Selena was cast to play Alex Russo in Disney Channel’s Wizards of Waverly Place. She filmed four seasons from 2007 to 2012.
2008
Selena appeared in several episodes of another big show: Hannah Montana. At that time, she also entered her first high-profile relationship in 2008 when she briefly dated Nick Jonas.
2011
She and Justin Bieber made their red carpet debut as a couple at the Vanity Fair Oscars afterparty.
2012
Selena Gomez at the Spring Breakers premiere during the 2012 Toronto International Film Festival in Toronto, Canada, September 7, 2012.
2014
That year, a representative for her at the time confirmed that she had entered rehab in Wickenburg, Arizona. “I’ve done everything I can, the best I can,” the former Disney star later wrote on Instagram.
2016
At the 2016 AMAs, Selena delivered an emotional speech about stepping back to focus on her health and finding strength in vulnerability.
2017
Selena successfully underwent kidney transplant surgery after her close friend Francia Raisa donated her organ. She also gave her relationship with Justin Bieber another chance before breaking up for good in March 2018.
2018
Selena completed another round of treatment in December 2018 and spoke openly about her mental health in an Instagram post the following month. “It’s been a while since you’ve heard from me, but I wanted to wish everyone a happy new year and thank you for your love and support.”
2020
Gomez released Rare, four years after her second solo album, Revival. During an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon later that month, she talked about the inspiration behind the album.
2021
The singer announced her Mental Health 101 campaign with her brand Rare Beauty to support mental health education.
2022
She made her hosting debut on Saturday Night Live on May 14, ahead of the second season of Only Murders in the Building.
2024
She appeared in Emilia Pérez, a multi-award-winning film, playing Jessica “Jessi” Del Monte.
2025
She recently married record producer Benny Blanco, and described their marriage as “a dream come true.”
