Considered one of the most successful Disney child actors, Selena Gomez’s life is often described as a rags-to-riches story. Whether it was her parents’ divorce when she was a child or the financial hardships she faced, nothing stood in the way of her success. At a young age, she decided to follow in her mother’s footsteps and become an actress. Starting with minor roles in Disney productions, this actress proved her talent and soon rose to fame. By the age of twenty-two, she had already received fifty-eight prestigious awards for her brilliant performances as both an actress and a singer. What makes her even more endearing to her admirers is her commitment to social causes. Whether it is advocating for the welfare of impoverished children in underdeveloped nations or protecting abandoned animals, she has worked tirelessly to bring about change in the world. This talented singer cites Bruno Mars, Britney Spears, Rihanna, Beyoncé, Skrillex, and Taylor Swift as her musical inspirations. Taylor Swift is a close friend of Gomez, and they are often described as inseparable.