Selena Gomez is an American actress, singer, and producer who first gained recognition on Barney & Friends before skyrocketing to fame as Alex Russo in the Disney Channel series Wizards of Waverly Place (2007–2012). She then transitioned to more mature roles, starring in Spring Breakers (2012) and lending her voice to the Hotel Transylvania franchise (2012–2022). Beyond acting, she has become a prominent producer, executive producing hit shows like 13 Reasons Why (2017–2020) and Selena + Chef (2020–2023). Since 2021, she has starred in and produced Hulu's acclaimed comedy Only Murders in the Building, earning multiple Emmy and Golden Globe nominations for her performance. In 2024, she achieved major critical success by winning the Cannes Film Festival Best Actress Award with her co-stars for Emilia Pérez, alongside BAFTA and Golden Globe nominations. Her personal journey was also explored in the documentary Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me (2022), highlighting her diverse career as a multifaceted entertainer.