Selena Gomez Announces Next, Last Album; Is She Hinting Retirement From Music Industry?

Selena Gomez, the accomplished actress and music artist, has revealed her intention to step back from the music scene after her upcoming album.

During an interview on the podcast SmartLess, hosted by Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett, Selena Gomez shared her desire to focus more on acting and possibly retire from music, as per E! News.

Selena Gomez Considers Music Exit For Acting Pursuits

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Gomez shared her thoughts on her career trajectory, mentioning that she still has one more album left. This unexpected revelation shocked her millions of fans, sparking a flurry of discussions on social media about the possibility of her retirement.

Gomez focused on her long-standing ambition to become a "serious actress," a dream she had nurtured since childhood. As she grows older, she has expressed a strong inclination towards seeking stability in her professional life. In her 2022 docuseries, "Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me," Gomez openly addressed the impact that juggling her acting and music careers had on her mental health.

"I'm going to want to chill because I'm tired," Gomez asserted during the podcast, highlighting the exhaustion of managing multiple roles.

The artist ventured into music in the late 2000s when Disney encouraged her to create an album during her stint on the Disney Channel sitcom "Wizards of Waverly Place." Initially considering music a hobby, Gomez eventually immersed herself in a successful singing career, according to Daily News.

Music Sensation and Emmy-Nominated Producer

Selena Gomez has been making waves in the music industry since 2013, releasing three studio albums. Her talent has been recognized with two Grammy nominations, including a nod for Best Latin Pop Album in 2022 for her Spanish-language EP, "Revelación." In addition, she was nominated for two Emmy Awards for her role as an executive producer on the Hulu series "Only Murders in the Building."

Despite her flourishing music career, Gomez has also made a mark in acting with notable roles in movies such as "Spring Breakers" and "A Rainy Day in New York." Her current starring role in the Hulu series has garnered her first Emmy nomination.

In the SmartLess podcast, Gomez shared her thoughts on shifting her focus from music to acting and the factors she considered. The hosts emphasized that she doesn't have to decide between the two options and can continue to pursue both endeavors. Gomez acknowledged this but mentioned that they would like to relax due to exhaustion.

Fans were surprised by the revelation, particularly given Gomez's recent statement online that she is working on her next album, set to be released early in 2024. Throughout her music career, Gomez has experienced incredible success, with multiple albums and singles reaching the top of the charts on the Billboard 200 and Hot 100, respectively, Forbes reported.