Full Name: Selena Marie Gomez; Profession: American actress, singer, songwriter, businesswoman, and producer who rose to fame as a child actress on Barney & Friends and as Alex Russo on the Disney Channel series Wizards of Waverly Place before launching a successful solo music career with multiple chart-topping albums and hit singles such as "Come & Get It" and "Lose You to Love Me" and expanding into film roles, television production, and entrepreneurial ventures, including the cosmetics brand Rare Beauty and the Rare Impact Fund focused on mental health advocacy; Nationality: American; Born: July 22, 1992; Birthplace: Grand Prairie, Texas, United States; Generation: Millennial, part of the cohort born between 1981 and 1996 that came of age during the rise of the internet and social media and in 2026 spans ages 30 to 45; Chinese Zodiac: Water Monkey (1992 Monkey year with Water element, indicating an intelligent, adaptable, socially skilled and creative personality with strong communication abilities and a lively, resourceful disposition); Zodiac Sign: Cancer, as the Sun is in Cancer from June 21 to July 22, and July 22 births, including Selena Gomez, are classified as Cancer in Western astrology; Age in 2026: 34 years old on July 22, 2026; Marital Status: Married, having wed producer and songwriter Benny Blanco in September 2025 in Santa Barbara, California, and publicly sharing aspects of their married life in 2026 interviews and social media posts; Children: None as of 2026, though she has expressed a dream of having four children in the future with her husband and has spoken about her desire for a large, loving family environment; Description: Globally recognized multi-hyphenate entertainer and cultural figure who transitioned from child stardom to mature artistic success, building an influential presence in pop music, film, streaming television, and beauty entrepreneurship, noted for her vocal work; relatable lyrics about love, resilience, and self-acceptance; her openness about personal struggles with physical and mental health; and her advocacy for mental health awareness, inclusive representation, and philanthropic initiatives through projects like Rare Impact Fund, while maintaining a strong connection with a massive international fan base across social media platforms and remaining one of the most followed and discussed celebrities of her generation. Cause of Death: Not applicable, as she is alive and active in public life in 2026, continuing to release creative work and appear in media and public events.