INVESTORS SUE SELENA GOMEZ OVER MENTAL HEALTH STARTUP

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THU, AUG 13, 2026

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Investors have filed a lawsuit against Selena Gomez, alleging fraud related to her mental health startup. The plaintiffs claim they invested nearly $1.2 million in the company.

The lawsuit centers on allegations that Gomez failed to adequately build and market the startup after securing investor funding. The complainants say they committed substantial capital to the venture based on representations about the company's direction and growth strategy. The case marks a significant legal challenge for the pop star's business ventures beyond entertainment. Mental health startups have attracted considerable investor interest in recent years, though the sector has also faced scrutiny around business practices and regulatory compliance. Details about the specific claims, timeline of events, and the startup's current status remain limited. The lawsuit represents one of several high-profile disputes involving celebrity-backed companies in recent years. Neither Gomez nor her legal representatives have publicly commented on the allegations as of reporting.

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