Selena Gomez Honored for Mental Health Impact After Romantic Valentine’s Surprise
Selena Gomez is stepping into 2026 not just as a newlywed, but as a powerful force in global philanthropy.
The multi-hyphenate star, known to millions for her music and acting, is now being formally recognized for something even bigger than entertainment. Selena Gomez will receive the Excellence in Beauty Philanthropy Award at the 2026 Social Impact Summit in New York, an event focused on the intersection of fashion, beauty and meaningful social change. And this is not just a ceremonial honor. It reflects years of sustained work in mental health advocacy through her company, Rare Beauty and the Rare Impact Fund.
Here is why this matters.
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Rare Beauty pledged one percent of all sales to expand mental health services for young people around the world. That commitment has already helped raise more than 30 million dollars in just five years. The goal is ambitious, mobilizing 100 million dollars to increase access to mental health education and support. The fund backs dozens of nonprofit organizations that work directly with young people in schools, communities and crisis situations.
Mental health is no longer a quiet conversation. It is a global crisis affecting millions of young people. Anxiety, depression and isolation have surged worldwide, especially in the aftermath of the pandemic. Public figures speaking openly about these issues can shift culture. But putting real money and long-term infrastructure behind the message changes lives. That is where Gomez’s work stands out.
At the same summit, fashion designer Kenneth Cole will also be honored for decades of social justice work, particularly in mental health advocacy. The event itself is becoming a major platform for industry leaders who believe business and philanthropy must work together, not separately.
This recognition comes just days after Gomez shared glimpses of her first Valentine’s Day as a married woman, celebrating privately with music producer Benny Blanco. From romantic backyard moments to unseen wedding photos, fans saw a softer, personal side of the star. But behind the romance is a businesswoman and advocate building something that could outlast trends and headlines.
Selena Gomez has spent years being open about her own mental health struggles. Now she is turning that vulnerability into structural change. And in an era where celebrity influence often stops at social media posts, this is a different kind of story.
Stay with us for more updates on the 2026 Social Impact Summit and the global figures shaping conversations around mental health and social responsibility.
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