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Selena Gomez at a red carpet event in a black dress with crystal accents.
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2024/09/17 at 10:13pm

Latinos In HollywoodOpinion & Analysis

Selena Gomez: The Invisible Latina Billionaire

09.17.2024 | By |

*Updated March 2026

In a year when the economy has had many of us on edge, Selena Gomez, 33, recently became the first Latina self-made billionaire in America. This monumental achievement, largely due to her beauty brand Rare Beauty, should have been a major celebration. But if you look at the headlines from major outlets like Bloomberg and even Latino media, you’ll notice something missing: her Mexican-American identity. Read More

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13 Reasons Why
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2017/04/17 at 8:49am

TVTV Reviews

Selena Gomez’s ’13 Reasons Why’ (TV Review)

04.17.2017 | By |

The 1-4-0: #SelenaGomez executive produces teen drama series #13ReasonsWhy where every story has two sides. Which side will you believe? Read More

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2013/08/30 at 6:21pm

Movie ReviewsMovies

Getaway (Movie Review)

08.30.2013 | By |

The “1-4-0”: #TheGetaway isn’t as bad as critics say. Yes, it has wild leaps of logic, but its escapism does entertain with its skilled car stunts. Read More

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Selena Gomez poses at a red carpet event wearing a gold-embroidered dress.
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2013/08/27 at 1:50pm

Interviews

Selena Gomez: ‘Paulina Rubio Is My Favorite Singer’

08.27.2013 | By |

*Updated March 2026

ShowBizCafe Exclusive: In this one-on-one interview, Selena Gomez reveals Paulina Rubio is her favorite singer, talks about her Mexican heritage, learning Spanish, and her role models including Kate Winslet and Rachel McAdams. Read More

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2013/03/19 at 12:00am

Latinos In HollywoodPop Culture

Selena Gomez, Hollywood’s new A lister?

03.19.2013 | By |

Updated April 2026

The Disney Princess is no more as a new rebellious side takes over. With a special debut of the indie film “Spring Breakers,” 20-year-old Selena Gomez shows that she is ready to take on more mature roles in Hollywood.

This weekend the film, directed by Harmony Korine (Kids, Mister Lonely), had a special three-theater-only debut which left everyone with their jaws on the floor – not only because of the wild college girls in tiny bikinis but because of the positive response to the film. Read More

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Selena Gomez, American singer and actress of Mexican descent
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2008/09/13 at 12:00am

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Is Selena Gomez Latina? Her Mexican and Italian Heritage Explained

09.13.2008 | By |


Quick Answer: Yes, Selena Gomez is Latina. She is half Mexican on her father’s side and half Italian on her mother’s side. She was named after the legendary Tejana singer Selena Quintanilla.

Before Selena Gomez became one of the most visible stars in pop culture, she spoke with ShowBizCafe about being Latina and carrying her Mexican heritage into mainstream entertainment.

Born on July 22, 1992, in Grand Prairie, Texas, Gomez grew up steeped in her Mexican roots, named after the most iconic Tejana in history. Now, at the promising age of 16, she is already being heralded as the next Jennifer Lopez. Gomez, who has quickly been establishing herself as a Latina powerhouse, has already marked her territory in television and music, with her sights set on dominating the film industry next. But how much do we know about the Latina heritage of the Wizards of Waverly Place star?

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