Investors sue Selena Gomez for alleged start-up fraud

Investors in Selena Gomez’s mental health start-up Wondermind Global have filed a federal lawsuit in Delaware alleging fraud after the singer and other leaders allegedly failed to meet commitments to investors. Plaintiffs say they invested nearly US$1.2 million when the company launched in 2021 with the goal of helping users strengthen their “mental fitness.” According to the complaint, Gomez—who, the plaintiffs allege, was to act as head of marketing—was promised an active role in building and promoting the business, including plans for a mobile app. The suit claims she purportedly signed a contract and then ignored it, and that the company did not pay employees and vendors on time. Gomez’s representative did not immediately respond. The plaintiffs seek repayment plus legal fees.