Thursday, August 27, 2026 - Selena Gomez and her mother, Mandy Teefey, are facing accusations from investors who claim Gomez’s name, influence and expected involvement were used to attract funding for mental health company Wondermind
Attorney Jeffrey Neiman, who represents the investors suing
Gomez and others, told TMZ that mental health should not be used as a means of
generating personal financial gain. He said: “Mental health is not a marketing
strategy, and should never be used as a vehicle for personal financial gain.”
Neiman alleged that Gomez’s celebrity status and promised
role were central to Wondermind’s efforts to secure investment. He argued that
investors and the public were encouraged to trust the company because of
Gomez’s involvement.
“Selena wasn't simply associated with the pitch. She was the
pitch.” According to the lawsuit, Gomez was presented to investors as
Wondermind’s “head of marketing”, with expectations that she would use her
substantial social media following to promote the company and help grow its
audience.
The investors further allege that Gomez helped bring people
into the company but later distanced herself from Wondermind after funding had
been secured. Gomez, her mother and former business partner Daniella Pierson
were previously sued by investors who claim they were misled about Wondermind
and Gomez’s role in the business.
Gomez has denied the allegations. Her attorney previously
described the claims as “completely meritless, both factually and legally.” The
lawsuit is ongoing, and the allegations against Gomez and the other defendants
have not been proven in court.
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