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Forbes
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Selena Gomez's Early-Career Hit Earns Its First New Certification In A Decade
Selena Gomez & the Scene's 'Who Says' earns a new RIAA certification, reaching quadruple platinum ... More status with four million units moved in the U.S., a decade since its last award. UNIVERSAL CITY, CA - AUGUST 07: Singer/actress Selena Gomez arrives at the 2011 Teen Choice Awards held at the Gibson Amphitheatre on August 7, 2011 in Universal City, California. (Photo by) When Selena Gomez first launched her music career, she decided to go a different route than many other Disney stars. Instead of simply positioning herself as a solo singer, she fronted a group known as Selena Gomez & the Scene. That pop outfit only existed for a handful of years and hasn't released music in well over a decade, but during the time the musicians were together, they scored some big hits. Now, one of the group's most popular tracks has earned its first new Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) certification in well over a decade. "Who Says" Hits Quadruple Platinum Status "Who Says" has been named a quadruple platinum single by the RIAA, which means it has shifted four million equivalent units in the United States alone. When the track was first certified, those numbers only included actual sales, but in the past several years, streaming activity has been added to the RIAA's methodology. That's how many artists continue to rack up wins these days. "Who Says" Last Earned a New Platinum Plaque a Decade Ago "Who Says" was first certified gold, the lowest status, in May 2011. A little more than a month later, it went platinum. Two years after that, it advanced to double and then triple platinum at the same time. "Who Says" had not earned a new certification since June 2013. Over more than a decade, the song racked up another million equivalent units. One of Selena Gomez & the Scene's Biggest Singles "Who Says" is now tied as Selena Gomez & the Scene's second-highest-certified song in America as it advances to quadruple platinum. At the four-times platinum level, it ties with "Naturally," which reached that position in July 2014. Only one tune from the band, "Love You Like a Love Song," has risen higher. That cut was pushed to six-times platinum in July 2024. The Band's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hit "Who Says" was released as the first single taken from Selena Gomez & the Scene's third and final album, When the Sun Goes Down. That project brought the group to a new high on the Billboard 200, where it peaked at No. 3. "Who Says" still stands as the band's loftiest placement on the Hot 100, as it topped out at No. 21.
Sydney Morning Herald
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Sydney Morning Herald
I was at the airport and did the opposite of the Let Them theory – I have no regrets
Now the paint-by-numbers fever dream has left me and there may be no more Mission Impossible films to look forward to, I've been trying to find the next diversion to get me through winter. And I think I'm onto something. Or rather, my friend Amy is. She lives in Boston, has great teeth a great sense of humour and, it turns, out, great life hacks. Watching her two sons' ice hockey practice, Amy complained to another mum about how her bust is so big that her bra straps cut divots in her shoulders. The friend was bemused. Said she never wears a bra, especially in winter when you have on five layers. Asked why Amy would ever wear one unless meeting the bank manager. The conversation spurred Amy to do two things. First, abandon a bra unless she's working out. Second, ask why it took her until she was 40 to question doing something every day which she hated. Now, she asks, 'Who says?' when making decisions. Who says you have to wear a wretched undergarment just to create a pleasing silhouette? Who says you have to have porridge if you want pancakes? Loading It's the opposite to Mel Robbins' popular Let Them theory about letting go of the need to control others. You're letting go of others controlling you! So, I've been trying the Who Says game – starting small, but it's addictive. Who says heels are out? Who says you have to chop off your hair because Leslie Bibb did? Who says Steve Winwood is daggy? Who says you can't be sexy AF staring down 60 or super happy wearing comfy elastic waist pants? Who says we need a 10-step skincare routine and to move out of the way of bigger people on the footpath?
The Age
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Age
I was at the airport and did the opposite of the Let Them theory – I have no regrets
Now the paint-by-numbers fever dream has left me and there may be no more Mission Impossible films to look forward to, I've been trying to find the next diversion to get me through winter. And I think I'm onto something. Or rather, my friend Amy is. She lives in Boston, has great teeth a great sense of humour and, it turns, out, great life hacks. Watching her two sons' ice hockey practice, Amy complained to another mum about how her bust is so big that her bra straps cut divots in her shoulders. The friend was bemused. Said she never wears a bra, especially in winter when you have on five layers. Asked why Amy would ever wear one unless meeting the bank manager. The conversation spurred Amy to do two things. First, abandon a bra unless she's working out. Second, ask why it took her until she was 40 to question doing something every day which she hated. Now, she asks, 'Who says?' when making decisions. Who says you have to wear a wretched undergarment just to create a pleasing silhouette? Who says you have to have porridge if you want pancakes? Loading It's the opposite to Mel Robbins' popular Let Them theory about letting go of the need to control others. You're letting go of others controlling you! So, I've been trying the Who Says game – starting small, but it's addictive. Who says heels are out? Who says you have to chop off your hair because Leslie Bibb did? Who says Steve Winwood is daggy? Who says you can't be sexy AF staring down 60 or super happy wearing comfy elastic waist pants? Who says we need a 10-step skincare routine and to move out of the way of bigger people on the footpath?
News18
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Selena Gomez Posts Cute Pic Of Benny Blanco With Their Dog Amid Cheating Rumours
Last Updated: In the picture, the 37-year-old songwriter was seen sitting on the floor while cradling his little nephew in one arm and their pet dog in another. Months after Selena Gomez said 'Yes' to Benny Blanco's proposal, there have been rumours swirling on the internet that the record producer cheated on his fiancee. Amid the baseless speculations, the 32-year-old actor-singer took to her Instagram account to share a sweet picture of her fiance Benny, playing with their family dog and his nephew. In the picture, the 37-year-old songwriter was seen sitting on the floor while cradling his little nephew in one arm. He was seen holding their pet dog in the other arm, and it looked at him curiously. Selena let the adorable moment shine through the picture and posted it on her stories without any caption. This picture comes after rumours surfaced on the internet that Benny may have cheated on Selena with her longtime friend and former assistant, Theresa Marie Mingus. Fans were quick to notice that the Who Says singer has unfollowed Theresa on Instagram, further intensifying the speculations. The last time the two friends were spotted together was at a birthday party on March 10 this year. Since then, it seems like things have escalated between them as an old video shared on TikTok resurfaced, showing Benny having dinner with Theresa at a restaurant in Los Angeles. Some fans also claimed that the two met up at the record producer's home when Selena was not around. It is worth noting that no actual photos have confirmed such alleged visits. Adding more fuel to the fire, another TikTok user accused Benny of subscribing to Theresa's OnlyFans account. Again, there is no real proof to back that claim. Many also noted that Selena's former assistant once even posted about Benny being named People's 'Sexiest Man Alive', calling the timing of that post a bit suspicious. As for now, Theresa still follows both Benny and Selena on Instagram. In a post shared on X, fans did not hold back their thoughts on the matter. 'Imagine being this ugly and still cheating. And on Selena Gomez, no less. I cannot," said one user. Another added, 'Benny allegedly subscribed to Theresa's OnlyFans page, leading Selena to UNFOLLOW her friend on IG." Someone also wrote, 'If I ever hear one more thing about Benny Blanco cheating on Selena, I'm going to lose it." Despite the drama, Selena and Benny seemed to be focused on their lives, both personally and professionally. The couple recently launched their first collaborative album, titled I Said I Love You First, in March. First Published: May 03, 2025, 10:54 IST
Yahoo
19-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Benny Blanco Says He Thought 'I'm Going to Have a Baby with This Person' After First Kiss with Selena Gomez
Benny Blanco knew Selena Gomez was the one early on. On Wednesday, March 19, Blanco and Gomez appeared on Spotify's Countdown To series and opened up about the early days of their relationship. In one instance, the music producer revealed what was going through his head after their first kiss. "I knew right after we kissed, I was like, 'Oh wow. I'm probably going to marry this person,'" the producer, 37, said to the actress/singer, 32, who's his fiancée. Then, he corrected himself. "Well, I didn't say marry but I was like, 'I'm probably going to have a baby with this person.'" Gomez — who was holding her hand up to her face — responded by saying that was "so cute." Related: Benny Blanco Jokes That He Is Fiancée Selena Gomez's 'Personal Journal' Ahead of Album Release Moments before, the couple discussed their first date — which Blanco didn't even know was a date — and he revealed what the "Who Says" singer texted him afterward. 'I had the best time I've had in years. I can't even remember having a time this good," he said, recalling her message to him. Blanco proceeded to ask Gomez if she was "excited" after their first date, and she confirmed she was. "I thought you were so fun," the "Lose You to Love Me" musician added. In a teaser for the episode, which comes ahead of their I Said I Love You First album release, the couple discussed how the album came together, and Blanco joked that he felt like her "personal journal." "I was just, constantly writing whatever you said, wherever we were," he continued. "Sometimes you'd be saying something, like, really important, and I would — I didn't know if you even realized — but I would open my phone and be like, 'F---, that's such a good line for a song." Related: Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco Are Taking Wedding Planning 'One Day at a Time' amid New Album Release Meanwhile, Gomez said that she did notice Blanco taking notes. "But I was very — you know me. I could just sit there and didn't bother me, if that's what you're asking," she added, laughing. So far, the couple has released three songs off the album: "Scared of Loving You," on Feb. 13, "Call Me When You Break Up" with Gracie Abrams on Feb. 21, and "Sunset Blvd." on March 14. The music video for "Sunset Blvd" was a nod to their first date, which was at Jitlada Thai Restaurant on Sunset Boulevard. Earlier that week, the couple visited the restaurant and recreated the shrimp curry dish they ate, sharing the romantic results to Instagram. I Said I Loved You First is out March 21. Read the original article on People
