Played "Gianna" in Barney.
Is from Grand Prairie, Texas.
Before landing the role of Alex Russo in "Wizards of Waverly Place" (2007), Selena wasn't a fan of neither magic or the Harry Potter franchise.
Is of Mexican descent.
Her favorite subject is Science.
Favourite sport is Basketball.
Her role model and favorite actress is Rachel McAdams.
While filming that animated movie 'Horton Hears A Who!' she played Steve Carrell's daughter but she never got to meet him.
She became interested in acting after watching her mom, Mandy Cornett.
Her favorite band is Paramore.
Loves to sing 'Rockstar' by Hannah Montana and anything by Paramore.
She adopted her dog named Chip from an animal shelter.
She enjoys cheerleading, surfing and skateboarding.
Discovered by Disney in a nation-wide casting call.
Sings the theme tune to her Disney Channel show 'Wizards of Waverly Place'.
Her best friend is Demi Lovato.
Source: IMDB