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Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
What is Selena Gomez's net worth?
(NewsNation) — Between Selena Gomez's mental health startup, her makeup brand and her entertainment ventures, how much is the former Disney Channel star worth? Some outlets are putting her net worth at $1 billion. However, Forbes claims that she hasn't yet reached billionaire status. Bloomberg had reported near the end of 2024 that Gomez's net worth was $1.3 billion. They reported that this was largely due to her makeup line, Rare Beauty. However, Forbes believes that Gomez's net worth is only around $700 million. 'King of the Hill' voice actor fatally shot: Reports Her biggest asset? Definitely her stake in Rare Beauty, which is allegedly estimated at 51%. Rare Beauty products are only sold on its website and in Sephora stores. In 2023, a California state filing showed that Rare Beauty brought in $367 million in revenue. Forbes valued Rare Beauty at around $1.3 billion based on information from beauty industry analysts. One analyst with Morningstar, Dan Su, told Forbes, 'The market condition right now is exerting a sort of downward pressure on valuation. And honestly, makeup is a category, in my view, where the entry barrier is relatively low. So there's a lot of competition.' Forbes recently published a report stating that Gomez's mental health startup, Wondermind, has been facing financial issues. The startup has allegedly failed to pay employees, vendors and freelancers over the past few weeks, with one source claiming that nine employees were laid off. This leaves only four employees at the company. Wondermind was started in 2021 by Gomez, her mother, Mandy Teefey and Daniella Pierson, who left in 2023. Forbes reported that the startup had owed tens of thousands of dollars (or more) in debts, but the company has said those have been repaid. Forbes reported that, at the end of March, employees didn't receive a paycheck. They also received an email that stated their health benefits had been terminated two weeks before. Payroll was allegedly missed again on April 30. Gomez started her career at 10 years old when she played Gianna on 'Barney and Friends.' However, her big break came from her role as Alex Russo in Disney Channel's 'Wizards of Waverly Place.' She even recently reprised that role in the reboot, 'Wizards Beyond Waverly Place.' Gomez reportedly had $90 million in gross earnings over several years from her TV shows, movies, music, brand endorsements and more. According to E! News, Gomez made $30 million from a Puma collaboration and around $24 million from the Hulu series 'Only Murders in the Building.' Gomez is also a singer, releasing her first album in 2008. She went on a hiatus until her most recent album in March, which she collaborated on with her fiancé, Benny Blanco. Despite this, she hasn't done a tour since 2016. Gomez purchased a home in Tarzana, California, for an alleged $2.175 million in July 2011. Jonah Hill owned the home, which has five bedrooms and five bathrooms, before Gomez. In May 2014, Gomez listed the home for $3.495 million and allegedly sold it in October of that year for $3.45 million. Also in 2014, Gomez paid $3.69 million for a home in Calabasas. She did end up selling that home, which you can view a video tour of here: In 2015, the actor and singer moved to Fort Worth, Texas, eventually selling the home for $2.4 million in 2020. However, in 2017, she spent $2.249 million on a home in Studio City, California. She sold it a year later for $2.3 million. Forbes reported that Gomez paid almost $5 million for her home in the Encino neighborhood of L.A., where she has filmed multiple seasons of 'Selena + Chef.' Then, this February, Gomez and Blanco reportedly paid $35 million for a home in Beverly Hills. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Why Is ‘How Is Selena Gomez a Billionaire?' Trending? Explained
A new trend regarding status as a billionaire seems to have popped up after the acclaimed singer's mom reportedly took out a loan against her home. As such, netizens have come out to question the Wizards of Waverly Place star's wealth in the wake of her mother's decision to seek financial help from an external source. So, here's everything you need to know about why the singer is trending and why her mother chose to seek out a loan. The 'Love On' singer's mom recently took out a loan of an undisclosed amount against her own home to help Wondermind, the billionaire artist's mental health startup, pay its 15 workers. Through Mandy Teefey's efforts, the startup has been able to compensate its employees for one out of two missed paychecks. Nevertheless, the company has yet to clear its payments to freelancers and other vendors. While Wondermind owes 'tens of thousands' to the said parties, as per Forbes, the organization still has to pay an estimated $60,000 to a PR firm. The outlet further reported that monetary issues with the startup began in January 2023 when Gomez's mother took charge of Wondermind as its sole CEO. Emails obtained by Forbes further highlighted the company's dire situation, with Teefey even informing her employees that their healthcare partners will be forfeiting their benefits, in one of the messages. Due to Wondermind's precarious condition, combined with Mandy Teefy's recent decision to take out a loan, fans have asked questions about how Selena Gomez is a billionaire. The 'People You Know' singer made it to the elusive 10-digit club in September 2024, with a reported net worth of $1.3 billion. According to Bloomberg, a majority of Gomez's wealth comes from her Rare Beauty makeup brand, which she launched in 2020. Meanwhile, her acting and singing ventures, real estate investments, and paid partnerships also add handsomely to her massive fortune. Originally reported by Apoorv Rastogi on The post Why Is 'How Is Selena Gomez a Billionaire?' Trending? Explained appeared first on Mandatory.
India.com
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet The World's Top 10 Most-Followed Celebrities On Instagram: The No. 1 Star Has 653000000 Followers—And It's Not Lionel Messi, Kim Kardashian, Or Kylie Jenner! His Name Is...
photoDetails english Updated:May 12, 2025, 06:01 PM IST 10 Most Followed Celebs On Instagram 1 / 11 10 Most Followed Celebs On Instagram: Today, let's scroll through the celebs who are most followed on the popular social media platform. From footballers to reality TV stars - Instagram is abuzz with these A-listers hogging maximum attention on the platform, which adds up to their fandom online. Cristiano Ronaldo - 653 Million Followers 2 / 11 Cristiano Ronaldo, the legendary footballer is consistently the most followed person on the social media platform. Lionel Messi - 505 Million Followers 3 / 11 The Argentine professional footballer has a staggering 505 million followers on the platform. Selena Gomez – 420 Million Followers 4 / 11 This international 32-year-old singer-actress began her career as a child actress, appearing on the children's television series Barney & Friends, and emerged as a teen idol for her leading role as Alex Russo on the Disney Channel sitcom Wizards of Waverly Place. Dwayne Johnson – 394 Million Followers 5 / 11 Dwayne Douglas Johnson, also known by his ring name The Rock is a WWE wrestler turned actor, who is also among the richest celebrities around in 2025. Kylie Jenner – 393 Million Followers 6 / 11 Who doesn't follow Kylie? Kylie Kristen Jenner starred in Keeping Up with the Kardashians from 2007 to 2021 and then the Hulu reality television series The Kardashians from 2022. She is the founder and owner of cosmetic company Kylie Cosmetics. Ariana Grande – 375 Million Followers 7 / 11 Ariana Grande-Butera is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. The pop sensation is known for her four-octave vocal range, which extends into the whistle register. Kim Kardashian – 356 Million Followers 8 / 11 Kimberly Noel Kardashian aka Kim Kardashian first gained media attention as a friend and stylist of Paris Hilton, but received wider notice after the sex tape which was filmed in 2003 with her then-boyfriend Ray J, and released in 2007. Today, she is brand Kim K. Beyoncé – 311 Million Followers 9 / 11 With a career spanning over three decades, Beyonce is known for her music and performances. Khloé Kardashian – 303 Million Followers 10 / 11 Khloé Alexandra Kardashian rose to fame starring with her family in the reality television series Keeping Up with the Kardashians from 2007 to 2021. Justin Bieber - 294 Million Followers 11 / 11 Pop icon Justin Drew Bieber is known internationally for his music and was recognised as a teen idol initially. He swarmed into stardom with his 'Baby' single which became one of the best selling singles of all time.
India.com
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet 10 Most Followed Celebs On Instagram: Top Star Has 653000000 Million Followers, His Name Is...
photoDetails english Updated:May 12, 2025, 07:00 AM IST 10 Most Followed Celebs On Instagram 1 / 11 10 Most Followed Celebs On Instagram: Today, let's scroll through the celebs who are most followed on the popular social media platform. From footballers to reality TV stars - Instagram is abuzz with these A-listers hogging maximum attention on the platform, which adds up to their fandom online. Cristiano Ronaldo - 653 Million Followers 2 / 11 Cristiano Ronaldo, the legendary footballer is consistently the most followed person on the social media platform. Lionel Messi - 505 Million Followers 3 / 11 The Argentine professional footballer has a staggering 505 million followers on the platform. Selena Gomez – 420 Million Followers 4 / 11 This international 32-year-old singer-actress began her career as a child actress, appearing on the children's television series Barney & Friends, and emerged as a teen idol for her leading role as Alex Russo on the Disney Channel sitcom Wizards of Waverly Place. Dwayne Johnson – 394 Million Followers 5 / 11 Dwayne Douglas Johnson, also known by his ring name The Rock is a WWE wrestler turned actor, who is also among the richest celebrities around in 2025. Kylie Jenner – 393 Million Followers 6 / 11 Who doesn't follow Kylie? Kylie Kristen Jenner starred in Keeping Up with the Kardashians from 2007 to 2021 and then the Hulu reality television series The Kardashians from 2022. She is the founder and owner of cosmetic company Kylie Cosmetics. Ariana Grande – 375 Million Followers 7 / 11 Ariana Grande-Butera is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. The pop sensation is known for her four-octave vocal range, which extends into the whistle register. Kim Kardashian – 356 Million Followers 8 / 11 Kimberly Noel Kardashian aka Kim Kardashian first gained media attention as a friend and stylist of Paris Hilton, but received wider notice after the sex tape which was filmed in 2003 with her then-boyfriend Ray J, and released in 2007. Today, she is brand Kim K. Beyoncé – 311 Million Followers 9 / 11 With a career spanning over three decades, Beyonce is known for her music and performances. Khloé Kardashian – 303 Million Followers 10 / 11 Khloé Alexandra Kardashian rose to fame starring with her family in the reality television series Keeping Up with the Kardashians from 2007 to 2021. Justin Bieber - 294 Million Followers 11 / 11 Pop icon Justin Drew Bieber is known internationally for his music and was recognised as a teen idol initially. He swarmed into stardom with his 'Baby' single which became one of the best selling singles of all time.
Hype Malaysia
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Hollywood: 7 Former Celeb Besties Who Ended Their Friendships
The sad truth is, not every friendship will last. While some may dispute this, it's hard to deny that we all experience the loss of friends we thought would be with us for life. You might have even chosen bridesmaid dresses with someone who is now not even on your wedding invite list. When it comes to friendships, celebrities are no different from the rest of us. Decade-long feuds can lead to a lifetime of estrangement, with little hope for reconciliation. However, a select few have managed to set aside their differences and rekindle their friendships. Discover some of the most famous long-running feuds among celebrities right here. 1. Selena Gomez and Demi Lovato The childhood friends met on the set of 'Barney and Friends' in 2002 and went on to become Disney Channel stars, landing roles on 'Wizards of Waverly Place' and 'Sonny with a Chance.' The child actors even appeared in the film 'Princess Protection Program' together. Throughout their adolescence, the inseparable duo showed love and support for each other's music and acting careers. However, as their careers progressed, their friendship deteriorated. Their 18-year-long friendship had come to an end after Demi Lovato's interview in 2020, when the 'Cool for the Summer' singer confirmed that they were not friends. 2. Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie The pair made their Hollywood debut in 2003 on a reality TV show called 'The Simple Life,' and went on to become the hottest socialites, the 'It' girls of their generation, and ultimate BFFs throughout their careers. Despite their close bond, the girls had a feud that strained their friendship, which was exacerbated by their fans taking sides while they were on Season 3 of their reality show. 'It's no big secret that Nicole and I are no longer friends. Nicole knows what she did, and that's all I'm ever going to say about it,' the 'Cooking with Paris' reality star commented on their friendship in 2005. Nonetheless, the two stars reconciled in 2007 and have remained friends to this day. In fact Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie are reuniting for a brand new reality series on Peacock. 3. Winona Ryder and Gwyneth Paltrow These actresses were close friends in the 1990s and became even closer when they began dating BFFs Matt Damon and Ben Affleck. However, a rift formed between the 'Edward Scissorhands' and 'Emma' stars as a result of a rumour. Gwyneth allegedly stole the script for 'Shakespeare in Love' from Winona. It was unclear whether Gwyneth stole the script or contacted her agent about a role in the film. In any case, the actress was cast in the film and won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance as Viola de Lesseps. As of now, the two have not reconciled. 4. Jennifer Lopez and Eva Longoria During her third divorce from ex-husband Marc Anthony, the 'Ain't Your Mama' singer also lost one of her closest friends, the 'Desperate Housewives' actress Eva Longoria. Following the divorce, the actress consoled Marc, which J-Lo saw as a huge betrayal on her part. To make matters worse, two months after J-Lo gave birth to her twins, a photo of Eva sitting on Marc's lap at a party in Las Vegas was published. The now-married actress and singer has made no attempt to reconcile their friendship. 5. Rihanna and Katy Perry Rihanna and Katy Perry have always been photographed together at events, adoring each other in front of the press, and so on. The 'Hot N' Cold' singer, however, drew the line when Rihanna began dating her abusive ex-boyfriend, Chris Brown, again. The 'Diamonds' singer and songwriter reportedly shaded Katy Perry when she began dating John Mayer (who is now her ex) after her divorce with Russell Brand. While we haven't seen the pair out in public together, the former American Idol judge gave Riri a sweet shoutout ahead of her gig at the 2023 Super Bowl. 6. Kylie Jenner and Jordyn Woods Kylie Jenner, the reality TV star from 'Keeping Up With The Kardashians' and founder of Kylie Cosmetics, had severed ties with her best friend Jordyn Woods following a cheating scandal involving Khloe Kardashian and baby daddy Tristan Thompson. Despite the fact that Khloe appears to have forgiven both Tristan and Jordyn, Kylie and Jordyn have not rekindled their friendship, preferring to keep their distance on social media. 7. Kid Cudi and Kanye West Kanye West was not only a former collaborator of Kid Cudi, but also the rapper's mentor. Kanye demanded that Kid Cudi cut all ties with Pete Davidson after Kim Kardashian revealed their relationship. Kid, on the other hand, refused, prompting Kanye to publicly insult Kid on social media. Kid Cudi's mental health began to suffer as a result of the public criticism. 'Do you know how it feels to wake up one day, look at your social media, and you're trending because somebody's talking some s**t about you? That s**t pissed me off. That he had the power to f**k with me that week. That he used his power to f**k with me. You f**king with my mental health now, bro. I'm not one of your kids. I'm not Kim. It doesn't matter if I'm friends with Pete or not,' Kid Cudi said. Bonus Kim Kardashian and Larsa Pippen Kim Kardashian and Larsa Pippen, close friends, had a falling out in 2020, and the entire Kardashian family members unfollowed her on social media. Larsa claims that Kim's then-husband, Kanye West, played a role in their breakup. In an interview with E!News, the 'Real Housewives of Miami' reality TV star admitted that she was caught in the middle of the couple's relationship and was kicked out simply for being present. 'I knew too much, I was a problem, and so whatever. That's kind of what happened,' she elaborated.
