Selena Gomez’s exclusion from billionaire status stems from financial setbacks and valuation disputes. While Bloomberg reported her net worth at $1.3 billion in 2024, Forbes now estimates it at $700 million in 2025. The gap arises from challenges with her mental health startup, , which faced payroll issues, layoffs, and leadership strains. Her mother reportedly took a personal loan against her home to sustain the business.
Forbes’ methodology scrutinizes active involvement and sustainable revenue, factors where Gomez’s role in Wondermind appears limited compared to peers like Rihanna, whose Fenty Beauty secured her billionaire status. While Gomez’s remains successful, Forbes likely applied stricter valuation metrics than Bloomberg, which initially inflated her net worth.
Gomez’s wealth also includes real estate and endorsements, but these haven’t bridged the billion-dollar gap. Unlike Taylor Swift or Rihanna, whose side ventures generated consistent billion-dollar revenues, Gomez’s portfolio shows volatility, particularly with Wondermind’s struggles. Forbes emphasizes provable earnings, which Gomez’s current holdings don’t yet satisfy.
