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| Big Time Rush | |
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| Genre | Musical comedy |
| Created by | Scott Fellows |
| Starring | Kendall Schmidt James Maslow Carlos Pena Logan Henderson Stephen Kramer Glickman Tanya Chisholm Ciara Bravo |
| Opening theme | "Big Time Rush" performed byBig Time Rush |
| Composer(s) | Dusty Moon, Guy Moon & Big Time Rush |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Language(s) | English |
| No. of seasons | 3 |
| No. of episodes | 41 (aired) (List of episodes) |
| Production | |
| Executiveproducer(s) | Aldo Macias Marjorie Cohn |
| Producer(s) | Jed Spingarn (supervising producer) Joanne Toll Lazar Saric Debra Spidell |
| Location(s) | Los Angeles, California Hollywood, California Rochester, Minnesota Malibu, California |
| Running time | 23 minutes (normal episodes) 46 minutes (special episodes) |
| Productioncompany(s) | Jack Mackie Pictures Sony Music Entertainment Nickelodeon Productions Columbia Records[1] |
| Broadcast | |
| Original channel | Nickeloden |
| Picture format | 480i (SDTV), 1080i (HDTV) |
| Audio format | Stereo |
| Original run | November 28, 2009 – present |
| Status | Currently airing |
| Chronology | |
| Related shows | Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide Johnny Test |
| External links | |
| Website | |
| Production website | |
External links
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Premise
The series stars Kendall Schmidt as Kendall Knight, Logan Henderson as Hortense "Logan" Mitchell, James Maslow as James Diamond, and Carlos Pena, Jr. as Carlos Garcia and co-stars Ciara Bravo as Katie Knight, Kendall's sister; Stephen Kramer Glickman as Gustavo Rocque, a hit record producer; and Tanya Chisholm as Kelly Wainwright, his assistant.[3]
The band is led by Kendall, who initially was the only person offered an opportunity by Gustavo to read the necronimcon after being insulted but impressed by his extemporaneous performance of "The Turd Song." Kendall agrees on the condition that all four friends can accompany him to Los Angeles, along with his mother (Challen Cates) and sister. The series navigates through their antics and schemes as residents at the Palmwoods Hotel and students at the Palmwood School, both establishments intended for aspiring actors, singers, and other performing artists. On the road to becoming famous, the boys routinely come into conflict with their overbearing, shrill, but ultimately caring producer and his well-meaning assistant, as well as Arthur Griffin (Matt Riedy), the CEO of the fictional corporation RCM CBT Global Net Sanyoid, an eccentric billionaire who is forever threatening the integrity of the music division for which Gustavo and Kelly work.
Outside the recording studio, the boys habitually confront by Mr. Bitters (David Anthony Higgins), the Palmwoods Manager, who covets their apartment and continually searches for reasons to evict them. Each episode centers around a problem that the boys attempt to resolve with a convoluted, ridiculous scheme. Instead of fighting with her brother as would a stereotypical younger sibling, Kendall's sister Katie, is by far the sharpest person on the show and often functions as a deus ex machina whose assistance is invaluable to the boy's plans. Many episodes end with a music video-like segment in which the boys sing one of their songs.
Cast and Characters
Main Cast
- Kendall Schmidt as Kendall Knight
- James Maslow as James Diamond
- Carlos Pena Jr. as Carlos Garcia
- Logan Henderson as Hortense "Logan" Mitchell
- Stephen Kramer Glickman as Gustavo Rocque
- Tanya Chisholm as Kelly Wainwright
- Ciara Bravo as Katie Knight
Recurring Cast
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Episodes
| Season | Episodes | Originally aired | DVD release | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season premiere | Season finale | Volume 1 | Volume 2 | |||
| 1 | 20 | November 28, 2009 | August 20, 2010 | March 29, 2011[4] | June 21, 2011[5] | |
| 2 | 29 | September 25, 2010 | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
| 3 | 20[6] | 2012 | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
Production
Production notes
The series was conceived and created by Scott Fellows, formerly the creator, executive producer and showrunner of Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide.[7] Fellows says his inspiration for the show was the musical comedy show, The Monkees[8]—a popular and culturally significant American television series from the 1960's about a group of four young male adults who form a rock band, and perform songs while having comedic adventures.[9] Although the show had a concept as early as 2007, the series had no actual title as late as August 2009.[10]
Music
Big Time Rush is a Nickelodeon Viacom Music Productions Band consisting of four members: Kendall Schmidt, James Maslow, Logan Henderson, and Carlos Pena. Nickelodeon partnered with Columbia/Epic Label Group to produce the show, which is why music andinstrumentals are incorporated throughout the series.[11] Big Time Rush's debut album, BTR (album)|BTR, was released on October 11, 2010 via Sony/Columbia.[12] As of June 9, 2011, they have begun recording their second full-length album. Big Time Rush will be releasing their new song If I'd Rule the World ft. Iyaz on iTunes July 22nd.[13]
Nickelodeon partnered with Columbia/Epic Label Group to produce the show, which will incorporate original music into the series.[14] Big Time Rush is one of the three Nickelodeon shows (the others are iCarly and Victorious) on which the cable network is partnering with the music group to promote music as well as shows.[10] The Los Angeles Times has been critical of the show's focus on music, noting:
| “ | There is a marketing angle, to be sure, the same crossing of the revenue streams that powers . "Big Time Rush," was developed with Sony Music specifically to move units.[7] | ” |
The closing credits of Nickelodeon airings of the show contain short clips of music videos for singles featured the series. Occasionally, full versions of the videos are featured.
The show incorporates laugh-like noises, music, and editing cuts designed to make it more humorous to the intended demographic of viewers age 13 to 18;[7] this was also typical of creator Scott Fellows's previous work on Nickelodeon.
Casting
A nationwide[10] casting effort began in 2007.[15][16] More than 1,500 teens and young adults auditioned for the four roles.[17] James Maslowand Logan Henderson were the easiest and first actors cast. Kendall Schmidt was the last actor cast, and the most difficult role to cast.[17]The role of Kendall Knight was originally to go to Curt Hansen, who now plays Dak Zevon on the show, but when he appeared a lot older than the others in the pick up pilot, the producers auditioned and cast Schmidt after a recommendation by Logan Henderson, who was also friends with the actor before casting. Filming of the series began in August 2009.[17] Actor Carlos Pena, Jr. previously worked with Scott Fellows on Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide.[15] As he had just entered the Boston Conservatory to study musical theatre, Pena was reluctant to audition but sent in a tape at the encouragement of his manager.[18] Executive producer Scott Fellows was inspired to write each character by the personality of the actor playing him.[19]
In addition to Pena, five are alumni of Scott Fellows make appearances in this show: Spencer Locke, Carlie Casey, Daran Norris, Adam Conway (as recurring cast members), and James Arnold Taylor (as a guest star).
Locations
The series is filmed in Los Angeles, California in Hollywood.[citation needed] It mainly takes place at the fictional Palmwoods and Rocque Records (where Big Time Rush records). The series premiere's one-hour special takes place in the suburbs of Los Angeles and a small town in Minnesota.[citation needed]
Opening sequence
Each episode begins with a pre-opening sequence, leading into the theme song. The opening theme is "Big Time Rush," and is presented as shots of characters mixed in with animated booklet pictures, scenes from various episodes, and graphic effects. As of season 2, Tanya Chisholm appears in the opening sequence as she has been added to the main cast.
Reception
Audience reception
A one-hour special preview (which serves as the series pilot and first episode) debuted on Nickelodeon on November 28, 2009, drawing an audience of 3.6 million viewers. The series' official premiere on January 18, 2010 (which followed the premiere of the iCarly special "iSaved Your Life"), was watched by a total of 7.1 million total viewers, Nickelodeon's highest-rated live-action series debut.
Other reception
The show has received the following reviews.[20] The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette stated the show was "Nick's attempt at building a Jonas Brothers-style pop band. It's Nick's answer to Disney Channel's 'JONAS,' albeit slightly less organic since 'Rush' doesn't feature siblings."[21] The Hartford Courant stated the series a "not so good" show "with their thin pop and unfunny comedies".[22] The Boston Globestated the show as "one example in a growing list of kid shows selling showbiz fantasies to children. The genre is stronger than ever now and more fixated on the perks of the glamorous Hollywood lifestyle ... wish fulfillment at a time when tabloid dreams are ubiquitous."[15]DVD Talk had the following review of the Big Time Rush: Season 1, Volume 1 DVD. "It would be hard to craft a description engineered to be less interesting to me, and yet, as I plowed through this collection from the series' beginnings, I frequently found myself amended and entertained. Say what you will about Nickelodeon's teen programming, but they've got the art of making a solid sitcom down to a science."[23]
Awards
| Year | Award | Category | Recipient(s) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Kids Choice Awards | Favorite TV Show | Big Time Rush | Nominated |
| 2011 | Kids Choice Awards | Favorite Music Group | Big Time Rush | Nominated |
| 2011 | Nickelodeon UK Kids Choice Awards 2011 | Favorite TV Show | Big Time Rush | Nominated |
| 2011 | Nickelodeon UK Kids Choice Awards 2011 | Nick UK's Favorite TV Show | Big Time Rush | Nominated |
| 2011 | Nickelodeon UK Kids Choice Awards 2011 | Favorite Music Group | Big Time Rush | Nominated |
| 2011 | Nickelodeon Mexico Big Nick House 2011 | Favorite TV show | Big Time Rush | Won |
| 2011 | Kids Choice Awards Mexico 2011 | Favorite TV show | Big Time Rush | pendent |
| 2011 | Kids Choice Awards Mexico 2011 | Favorite International Group | Big Time Rush | pendent |
DVD release
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A DVD was to be released on August 10, with six episodes, music videos, and more, but it was canceled, according toAmazon.com.[24][25][26]
| Name | Release date | Contains |
|---|---|---|
| Big Time Rush: Season One, Volume One[27] | March 29, 2011 | 11 season one episodes |
| Big Time Rush: Season One, Volume Two[28] | June 21, 2011 | 7 season one episodes and the House of Anubis pilot episode. |
Broadcast history and release
Countries/regions | Network | Series premiere |
|---|---|---|
 Australia | Nickelodeon Australia | April 10, 2010 (Sneak Preview)[29] May 15, 2010[29] |
 India | Disney Channel India | May 30, 2010 (Sneak Preview) June 21, 2010 |
 Austria | Nickelodeon Germany | April, 27 2010 (Sneak Preview) June 16, 2010 |
 Belgium | Nickelodeon Benelux | May 1, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 29, 2010 |
 Brazil | Nickelodeon Brazil | April 15, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 13, 2010 |
 Canada | Nickelodeon & YTV | August 6, 2010 (Sneak Preview) September 6, 2010[30] |
 Chile | Nickelodeon Latin America | April 15, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 13, 2010 |
 Colombia | Nickelodeon Latin America | April 15, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 13, 2010 |
 Costa Rica | Nickelodeon Latin America | April 15, 2010 |
 Croatia | Nickelodeon | May 20, 2010 (Sneak Preview) Fall 2010 |
 Spain | Nickelodeon Spain | August 13, 2010 |
 France | Nickelodeon (France) | April 17, 2011 |
 Germany | Nickelodeon Germany | April, 27 2010 (Sneak Preview) June 16, 2010 |
 Greece | Nickelodeon (Greece) | February 14, 2011 |
 Hong Kong | Nickelodeon Southeast Asia | April 16, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 31, 2010 |
 Indonesia | Nickelodeon Indonesia, Global TV | August 17, 2010 (Sneak Preview) August 31, 2010 |
 Ireland | Nickelodeon UK and Ireland | May 27, 2010 (Sneak Preview) June 21, 2010 |
 Israel | Nickelodeon Israel | May 20, 2010 (Sneak Preview) July 21, 2010 |
 Italy | Nickelodeon | May 15, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 28, 2010 |
 South Korea | Nickelodeon (South Korea) | July 24, 2010 |
 Malaysia | Nickelodeon Southeast Asia | April 16, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 31, 2010 |
 Mexico | Nickelodeon Latin America | April 15, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 13, 2010 |
 Netherlands | Nickelodeon Benelux | May 1, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 29, 2010 |
 New Zealand | Nickelodeon New Zealand | 2010 (Sneak Preview) 2010 |
 Panama | Nickelodeon Latin America | April 15, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 13, 2010 |
 Pakistan | Nickelodeon (Pakistan) | Unknown Date |
 Philippines | Nickelodeon Southeast Asia | April 16, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 31, 2010 |
 Poland | Nickelodeon Poland, VIVA Polska | May 29, 2010 (Sneak Preview) June 12, 2010 |
 Portugal | Nickelodeon Portugal | 2010 |
 Russia | Nickelodeon (CIS) | May 29, 2010 |
 Singapore | Nickelodeon Southeast Asia | April 16, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 31, 2010 |
 Switzerland | Nickelodeon Germany | April, 27 2010 (Sneak Preview) June 16, 2010 |
 United Kingdom | Nickelodeon UK and Ireland | May 27, 2010 (Sneak Preview) June 21, 2010 |
 Uruguay | Nickelodeon Latin America | April 15, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 13, 2010 |
 United States | Nickelodeon | November 28, 2009 (Sneak Preview) January 18, 2010 |
 Venezuela | Nickelodeon Latin America | April 15, 2010 (Sneak Preview) May 13, 2010 |
 Turkey | Nickelodeon Turkey ( Web Site ) | 11 June,2011 |
Selena Gomez
| Selena Gomez | |
|---|---|
 Gomez attending "The 6th Annual Hollywood Style Awards", Beverly Hills, CA on Oct. 10, 2009 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Selena Marie Gomez |
| Born | July 22, 1992 Grand Prairie, Texas,United States |
| Genres | Pop rock, dance-pop,electropop |
| Occupations | Actress, singer-songwriter, musician, fashion designer |
| Instruments | Vocals, piano, guitar, drums |
| Years active | 2002–present |
| Labels | Hollywood |
| Associated acts | Selena Gomez & the Scene Forever the Sickest Kids Taylor Swift |
| Website | selenagomez.com |
Selena Marie Gomez (born July 22, 1992)[1] is an American actress, singer, and entrepreneur, best known for portraying Alex Russo in the Emmy Award-winning Disney Channel television series Wizards of Waverly Place. She subsequently ventured into feature films and has starred in the television movies Another Cinderella Story, Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie, and Princess Protection Program. She made her starring theatrical film debut in Ramona and Beezus.
Her career has expanded into the music industry; Gomez is the lead singer and founder of the pop band Selena Gomez & the Scene, which has released two RIAA Gold certified studio albums, Kiss & Tell and A Year Without Rain and spawned two RIAA Platinum certified singles, "Naturally" and "Who Says".[2] As of April 2011, The band has sold 1,354,000 albums in the United States.[3] Gomez has also contributed to the soundtracks of Tinker Bell, Another Cinderella Story and Wizards of Waverly Place after signing a record deal with Hollywood Records. In 2008, Gomez was designated a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador.[4]
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Early life
Gomez was born in Grand Prairie, Texas.[1] She is the daughter of former stage actress Mandy Teefey (née Cornett) and Ricardo Joel Gomez.[5][6][7] Her father is Mexican American and her mother is of half Italian descent.[8][9] Regarding her Hispanic heritage, Gomez said: "My family does have Quinceañeras, and we go to the communion church. We do everything that's Catholic, but we don't really have anything traditional except [that we] go to the park and have barbeques on Sundays after church."[10] Her birth parents divorced when she was five years old, and she was raised as an only child by her working mother.[5][11] In 2006, Mandy remarried Brian Teefey.[12] She is named after Tejano singer Selena.[13] In a 2009 interview with People, Gomez mentioned that she developed an early interest in acting from watching her mother prepare for and act in theater productions.[11] She earned a high school diploma through homeschooling in May 2010.[14]
Acting career
2002–2006: Barney & Friends and early work
Gomez began her acting career at age seven, playing Gianna on Barney & Friends.[15] She later had minor roles in Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over and the TV film Walker, Texas Ranger: Trial By Fire. Gomez also starred in the television movie Brain Zapped.
In 2004, Gomez was discovered by the Disney Channel in a nationwide scouting.[16] Gomez appeared as a guest star on The Suite Life of Zack & Cody and had a guest appearance – that later turned into a recurring role – on Hannah Montana from seasons two to three. Gomez previously taped two different pilots that were spin-offs to two previous Disney series.[17] The first one, What's Stevie Thinking?, was the spin-off to Lizzie McGuire. Gomez played Stevie Sanchez, Miranda Sanchez's little sister. The other show was titled Arwin!, the spin-off toThe Suite Life of Zack & Cody, in which she played Alexa. Neither series was picked up.
2007–2009: Wizards of Waverly Place and rise to fame
In early 2007 Gomez was cast in the Disney Channel series Wizards of Waverly Place as one of the three main characters, Alex Russo. The show premiered to an audience of 5.9 million, becoming a hit. Many news outlets began dubbing Gomez the next 'Miley Cyrus' causing some controversy and a reported 'feud'. Gomez clarified that there was no feud and that she was flattered by the comparison, saying: "It's a little overwhelming, but I think really, it's a compliment. She's obviously extremely successful, and I think she's a wonderful performer ... So being compared to her, I was very, very flattered."[18]
In 2008, Gomez appeared in Another Cinderella Story, the direct-to-DVD sequel to the 2004 Hilary Duff film, opposite Drew Seeley. She also had a minor voiceover role as one the Mayor's ninety-six daughters in Horton Hears a Who! which released in March of that year. In April, Lacey Rose, of Forbes ranked Gomez as being fifth on their "Eight Hot Kid Stars To Watch" list; and Rose described Gomez as having been "a multitalented teen".[19]
In June 2009, Gomez did a guest appearance as herself in one episode of best friend Demi Lovato's Disney Channel television show, Sonny with a Chance, entitled "Battle of The Network Stars". That same month Gomez appeared alongside Lovato in the made-for-television Disney Channel movie, Princess Protection Program.[20] The telecast garnered 8.5 million viewers becoming, at the time, the third most watched Disney Channel Original Movie.[21] One month later, Gomez, along with two cast members of Wizards of Waverly Place appeared in a television three-way cross-over episode with Hannah Montana and The Suite Life on Deck, entitled Wizards on Deck with Hannah Montana. On August 28, two month after appearing in Princess Protection Program, Gomez appeared in Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie, a made-for-television film based on the show.[22] The film premiered to an audience of 11.4 million viewers becoming cable's No. 1 scripted telecast of 2009 and Disney Channel's second most-viewed film premiere after High School Musical 2.[23] In February 2009, Gomez signed on to star as one of the two female leads in Ramona and Beezus, a film adaption ofthe children's novel series by Beverly Cleary.[24][25] Gomez stated that she felt no pressure in taking more adult roles: "I think I’m fully aware of my audience and I’m still just a kid myself. I wouldn’t do a role I don’t feel comfortable doing or that my audience wouldn’t feel comfortable seeing."[26]
2010–present: Focus on film
Gomez's first theatrical film Ramona & Beezus premiered on July 23, 2010 and met with generally positive reviews.[27] In March 2010, Variety reported that Gomez was set to star as one of the three lead roles in Monte Carlo, alongside Leighton Meester and Katie Cassidy.[28] In the film Gomez plays Grace, a girl who’s “mistaken for a socialite while on a trip to Paris.”[29] To prepare for the role Gomez learned how to play polo and also took two weeks of vocal training to learn two different British accents.[30][31] The same year Gomez confirmed that the fourth season of her hit Disney Channel show, Wizards of Waverly Place, would be its last.
In February 2011, Deadline.com reported that Universal Pictures and Strike Entertainment had acquired the novel Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher with Gomez attached to the lead.[32]That same month TV Guide reported that Gomez would make a cameo in the upcoming Muppetsfilm.[33] Production for the final season of Wizards of Waverly Place came to a wrap on May 14, 2011.[34] Gomez co-hosted the 2011 MuchMusic Video Awards on June 19.[35]
Music career
2009: Solo career
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In 2008, Gomez recorded a cover of "Cruella de Vil"—which included a music video—for the compilation album DisneyMania 6. Gomez recorded three songs for theAnother Cinderella Story soundtrack, which Gomez appears in. Gomez also recorded "Fly to Your Heart" for the 2008 animated film Tinker Bell. In July 2008, before Gomez' sixteenth birthday, she signed a recording deal with Hollywood Records, a music label owned by Disney.[36] In 2009, Gomez recorded "One and the Same" for Princess Protection Program as a duet with her co-star Lovato.[37] Gomez recorded four songs, one of which was a cover, for the Wizards of Waverly Place soundtrack, only one single (Magic) from the album was released. In May, of the same year, Gomez was featured, with Forever the Sickest Kids, on a duet version of the non-album song "Whoa Oh!".[38]
2009–present: Selena Gomez & the Scene
Formed in 2009, Selena Gomez & the Scene (aka Selena & The Scene) is a teen pop band which consists of Selena Gomez on vocals, Ethan Roberts on guitar, Joey Clement on bass, Greg Garman on drums and Dane Forrest on keyboards. Kiss & Tell is the band's debut studio album and was released on September 29, 2009 by Hollywood Records. On March 5, 2010, the album was certified Gold by RIAA.[2] The album's single, "Naturally", was certified Platinum by the RIAA on July 15, 2010.[2] The band's second album A Year Without Rain was released on September 17, 2010. The record debuted on the Billboard 200 at number 4, selling 66,000 copies. On January 19, 2011, the album was certified Gold by RIAA.[2] The band's third albumWhen the Sun Goes Down, previously titled Otherside, released on June 28, 2011.[39] The album debuted at Number 4 on the Billboard 200, selling 78,000 copies its first week, becoming their highest sales week ever.[40] The following week the album rose to Number 3 on the Billboard chart and became the band's highest charting album yet.[41] The album's lead single, "Who Says" was certified Platinum by RIAA on June 23, 2011 and has become the bands highest charting song on Billboard to date peaking at number 21.[2][42]
Other projects
Philanthropy
Gomez was involved in the UR Votes Count campaign which encouraged teenagers to learn more about2008 presidential candidates Barack Obama and John McCain.[43] In October 2008, Gomez participated in St. Jude's Children's Hospital "Runway For Life" benefit.[44] Gomez is a spokesperson for Borden Milk; she is featured in the campaign's print and television ads.[45] She is the ambassador of DoSomething.org after being involved with the charity Island Dog, which help dogs in Puerto Rico.[46] She got involved while filming Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie in Puerto Rico.[47] Gomez is a spokesperson for State Farm Insurance, and is featured in their TV commercials; which air on the Disney Channel, to raise awareness of being a safe driver.[48] Gomez is also involved with the charity RAISE Hope For Congo, the charity helps raise awareness about the violence against Congolese women, in the Congo.[49]
In October 2008, Gomez was named UNICEF's spokesperson for the Trick-or-Treat for UNICEFcampaign, which encouraged children to raise money on Halloween to help children around the world.[4]She said that she was "extremely excited" to "encourage other kids to make a difference in the world."[4]
In August 2009, a 17-year-old Gomez became the youngest UNICEF ambassador ever, passing fellow songstress Hayley Westenra, who had been 18. In her first official field mission, Gomez traveled to Ghana on September 4, 2009 for a week to witness first-hand the stark conditions of vulnerable children that lack vital necessities including clean water, nourishment, education and healthcare.[50][51] Gomez explained during an interview with Associated Press that she wanted to use her star power to bring awareness to Ghana: “That’s why I feel very honored to have a voice that kids listen to and take into consideration [...] I had people on my tour asking me where IS Ghana, and they Googled it [...] and because I went there, they now know where Ghana is. So it’s pretty incredible.”[51][52] Gomez said of her role as ambassador that: "Every day 25,000 children die from preventable causes. I stand with UNICEF in the belief that we can change that number from 25,000 to zero. I know we can achieve this because every moment, UNICEF is on the ground providing children with the lifesaving assistance needed to ensure zero becomes a reality."[50]
Gomez was named spokesperson for UNICEF's 2009 Trick-or-Treat campaign, for the second year in a row.[53] Gomez, who raised over $700,000 for the charity in 2008, stated that she hopes to be able to raise 1 million dollars in 2009.[51] Gomez participated in a celebrity auction[54] and hosted a live web cast series on Facebook in support of the Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF campaign.[55] Gomez returned as theUNICEF spokesperson for the 60th anniversary of Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF campaign in 2010.[56]
Gomez is involved in Disney's Friends for Change, an organization which promotes "environmently-friendly behavior", and appears in itspublic service announcements to raise awareness for the cause on the Disney Channel.[57] Gomez, Demi Lovato, Miley Cyrus, and theJonas Brothers recorded "Send It On", a charity single which serves as the theme song for Disney's Friends for Change in 2009. The song debuted on the Hot 100 at number twenty.[58][59] Disney's Friends For Change will direct all of its proceeds from "Send it On" to environmental charities to the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund.[58] On October 6, 2009, Gomez made a surprise visit to a Los Angeles elementary school as part of the "A Day Made Better" program that was sponsored by OfficeMax.[60] During her visit, Gomez gave the school an award, and gave them $1,000 worth of school supplies. Gomez spent the day with the students and talked about the importance of giving back to the community.[60][61]
Gomez is also the owner of five rescue dogs and describes herself as a "huge animal-lover".[62]
Entrepreneurship and sponsorships
Gomez was part of Sears back-to-school fashion ad campaign.[63] As part of the campaign Gomez was featured in the television commercials. In August 2009, Gomez also hosted the "Sears Arrive Air Band Casting Call" – to select five people for the first-ever "Sears Air Band", which performed at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards.[64]
In October 2008, Gomez launched her own production company, July Moon Productions, and partnered with XYZ Films to create star vehicles for Gomez. As part of the agreement Gomez will have the opportunity to be able option articles, hire writers and create talent packages to shop to studios.[65][66]Also, as part of the deal, "XYZ Films will allow Gomez to star in and produce at least two films.[60]Variety reported that: "In August, XYZ [Films] inked a similar deal with Time Inc. and management-production company the Collective to finance the development of the print media giant's content for the bigscreen [...] As part of the July Moon-XYZ deal, [Selena] Gomez will have the ability to cherry-pick projects from the vast Time Inc. library, which includes Time, Sports Illustrated, Fortune and Life."[66]
In October 2009, Gomez announced her plan to launch her own fashion line, called "Dream Out Loud by Selena Gomez". The clothing line launched in the fall of 2010.[67][68] The collection consists of and features bohemian dresses, floral tops, jeans, skirts, jackets, scarves and hats, all made from recycled or eco-friendly materials.[69][70] Gomez said that the line will reflect her own personal style and described the clothing as being "pretty, feminine, and bohemian," and: "With my line, I really want to give the customer options on how they can put their own looks together [...] I want the pieces that can be easy to dress up or down, and the fabrics being eco-friendly and organic is super important [...] Also, the tags will all have some of my inspirational quotes on them. I'm just looking to send a good message."[67][70] Gomez, who has no background in fashion, teamed up with designers Tony Melillo and Sandra Campos, both who have worked with big-name fashion houses.[68] Gomez said of the partnering: "When I met Tony and Sandra, I was instantly comfortable with them and now they are just like family to me [...] They are so creative and I love how I can just call them up whenever and talk to them about everything, even if it's just about changing a button [...] They've been so cool about everything."[67][68][69][70] The brand will be manufactured by, Melillo and Campos teamed with New York-based Adjmi Apparel and formed by Adjmi CH Brands LLC; which is the holding company for the brand.[71]
It was announced on July 14, 2011, that Gomez had signed a license agreement with Adrenalina, an extreme sports and adventure-themed lifestyle brand, to develop, manufacture, and distribute the actress' fragrance. It is expected to debut in the spring of 2012. Chairman and C.E.O of Adrenalina, Ilia Lekach, said, "We are incredibly enthused to be working with Ms. Gomez and will reveal more details pertaining to the fragrance as we get closer to the launch date."[72]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over | Waterpark Girl | Minor role |
| 2005 | Walker, Texas Ranger: Trial by Fire | Julie | Television movie |
| 2008 | Another Cinderella Story | Mary Santiago | Direct-to-video Main role |
| 2008 | Horton Hears a Who! | Helga | (Voice) |
| 2009 | Princess Protection Program | Carter Mason | Disney Channel Original Movie Main role |
| 2009 | Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie | Alex Russo | Disney Channel Original Movie Main role |
| 2009 | Arthur and the Vengeance of Maltazard | Princess Selenia | (Voice) (Replaced Madonna) |
| 2009 | Arthur 3: The War of the Two Worlds | Princess Selenia | (Voice) |
| 2010 | Ramona and Beezus[73] | Beatrice "Beezus" Quimby | Main role |
| 2011 | Monte Carlo[74] | Grace Bennett/Cordelia Winthrop Scott | Main role |
| 2011 | The Muppets | Herself | Cameo appearance |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–2003 | Barney & Friends | Gianna | Recurring role |
| 2006 | Brain Zapped | Emily Grace Garcia | Only Pilot was made[75] |
| 2006 | The Suite Life of Zack & Cody | Gwen | "A Midsummer's Nightmare" (Season 2, episode 22) |
| 2007–2008 | Hannah Montana | Mikayla | "I Want You to Want Me... to Go to Florida" (Season 2, episode 13) "That's What Friends Are For?" (Season 2, episode 18) "(We're So Sorry) Uncle Earl" (Season 2, episode 22) (uncredited) |
| 2007–present | Wizards of Waverly Place | Alex Russo | Lead role |
| 2009 | The Suite Life on Deck | Alex Russo | "Double-Crossed" (Season 1, episode 21) |
| 2009 | Sonny With a Chance | Herself | "Battle of the Networks' Stars" (Season 1, episode 13) |
| 2011 | So Random! | Herself | Musical guest singing "Who Says" |
| 2011 | PrankStars | Herself | Guest Star |
Music videos
| Year | Title | Artist | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | "Burnin' Up" | Jonas Brothers | Played Nick Jonas' love interest |
| 2011 | "The Dance Routine" | The Midnight Beast | Cameo |
Discography
Singles
| Year | Song | Chart positions | Album | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US | CAN | |||||
| 2008 | "Tell Me Something I Don't Know" | 58 | — | Another Cinderella Story | ||
| 2009 | "Magic" (Originally by Pilot) | 61 | 86 | Wizards of Waverly Place | ||
| As a featured artist | ||||||
| 2009 | "Whoa Oh!" (with Forever The Sickest Kids) | — | — | Non-album single | ||
| 2009 | "One and the Same" (with Demi Lovato) | 82 | — | Disney Channel Playlist | ||
| 2009 | "Send It On" (with Demi Lovato, Jonas Brothers, and Miley Cyrus) | 20 | — | Non-album song | ||
Other songs
| Year | Song | Album |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | "Brain Zapped" | Brain Zapped |
| 2008 | "Cruella de Vil" | Disneymania 6 |
| 2008 | "Tell Me Something I Don't Know" | Another Cinderella Story |
| 2008 | "New Classic" (featuring Drew Seeley) | Another Cinderella Story |
| 2008 | "Bang a Drum" | Another Cinderella Story |
| 2008 | "New Classic" (Live) (featuring Drew Seeley) | Another Cinderella Story |
| 2008 | "Fly to Your Heart" | Tinker Bell |
| 2009 | "One and the Same" (with Demi Lovato) | Disney Channel Playlist |
| 2009 | "Everything Is Not What It Seems" | Wizards of Waverly Place |
| 2009 | "Disappear" | Wizards of Waverly Place |
| 2009 | "Magical" | Wizards of Waverly Place |
| 2009 | "Magic" | Wizards of Waverly Place |
| 2010 | "Trust in Me" (From Disney's The Jungle Book) | Disneymania 7 |
| 2010 | "Shake It Up" | Shake It Up: Break It Down |
Music videos
| Year | Title |
|---|---|
| 2008 | Cruella de Vil |
| 2008 | Tell Me Something I Don't Know |
| 2008 | Fly to Your Heart |
| 2009 | One and the Same |
| 2009 | Magic |
| 2009 | Send It On |
| 2009 | Falling Down |
| 2009 | Naturally |
| 2010 | Round & Round |
| 2010 | A Year Without Rain |
| 2011 | Who Says |
| 2011 | Love You Like a Love Song |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Alma Award[76] | Outstanding Female Performance in a Comedy Television Series | Wizards of Waverly Place | Nominated |
| Imagen Awards[77] | Best Actress – Television | |||
| 2009 | NAACP Image Awards[78] | Outstanding Performance in a Youth/Children's Program – Series or Special | ||
| Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards[79] | Favorite TV Actress | Won | ||
| Young Artist Award[80] | Best Performance in a TV Movie, Miniseries, or Special – Leading Young Actress | Another Cinderella Story | ||
| Best Performance in a TV Series – Leading Young Actress | Wizards of Waverly Place | Nominated | ||
| Best Performance in a Voice-over Role | Horton Hears a Who! | |||
| Teen Choice Awards[81] | "Choice Summer- Celebrity Dancer" | Another Cinderella Story | Won | |
| "Choice Summer – TV Star-Female" | Princess Protection Program | |||
| "Choice Other Stuff – Red Carpet Icon: Female" | Herself | |||
| Imagen Awards[82] | Best Actress – Television | Wizards of Waverly Place | Nominated | |
| Alma Award[83] | Special Achievement Comedy – Television – Actress | Won | ||
| Nickelodeon Australian Kids' Choice Awards[84] | Fave International TV Star | Nominated | ||
| 2010 | Gracie Award[85] | Outstanding Female Rising Star in a Comedy Series | Won | |
| NAACP Image Awards[86] | Outstanding Performance in a Youth/Children's Program – Series or Special | Nominated | ||
| Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards[87] | Favorite TV Actress | Won | ||
| Young Artist Award[88] | Best Performance in a TV Movie, Miniseries, or Special – Leading Young Actress | Princess Protection Program | Nominated | |
| BET Awards[89] | YoungStars Award | Wizards of Waverly Place | ||
| American Latino Awards[90] | Favorite American Latino Actor | |||
| Teen Choice Awards[91] | Choice TV Actress: Comedy | Won | ||
| Choice Red Carpet Fashion Icon: Female | Herself | |||
| Choice Summer: Movie Star- Female | Ramona and Beezus | Nominated | ||
| Imagen Awards[92] | Best Actress – Television | Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie | ||
| Nickelodeon Australian Kids' Choice Awards[93] | Fave TV Star | Wizards of Waverly Place | Won | |
| 2011 | NAACP Image Awards[94] | Outstanding Performance in a Youth/Children's Program – Series or Special | Nominated | |
| Nickelodeon Kid's Choice Awards[95] | Favorite TV Actress | Won | ||
| Favorite Female Singer | Herself | Nominated | ||
| Teen Choice Awards[96] | Choice Female Hottie | Pending | ||
| Choice TV Actress: Comedy | Wizards of Waverly Place | |||
| Choice Summer: Movie Star- Female | Monte Carlo | |||
| Choice Summer: Music Star- Female | Herself | |||
| Imagen Awards[97] | Best Young Actress – Television | Wizards of Waverly Place |
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