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Selena Gomez
Birth
She was born in Grand Prairie as an only kid. On July 22, 1992, in Texas.1)
TV Pilots
She has two unsuccessful television pilots. After being found by Disney Channel scouts in 2004, Gomez guest appeared in The Suite Life of Zack & Cody and later had a recurrent role on Hannah Montana opposite Miley Cyrus. Before winning the part of Alex Russo on Wizards of Waverly Place, she filmed two spin-off pilots that were never picked up. It's the third time's the charm!2)
Mother
Mandy Dawn Teefey, a former theater actress, reared Gomez mostly. After witnessing Teefey prepare for theatrical performances, the gifted actress says she realized she wanted to be an actor.3)
Name Origin
Former Disney star Selena Quintanilla Perez was named after Tejano singer Selena Quintanilla Perez, who was murdered and died in 1995. Gomez grew up listening to Selena's songs and was even taken to the late singer's memorial statue in Texas by her father. Jennifer Lopez's portrayal of Selena in the 1997 movie was also a favorite of the rising star. Gomez reportedly requested her mother for a rhinestone corset after viewing it when she was 5 years old!4)