Selena Gomez Revisits Iconic 'Wizards' Role, Finds Herself in Character

Selena Gomez, who rose to fame as the star of the Disney Channel series 'Wizards of Waverly Place', is now revisiting her iconic role in a reboot of the show. Gomez, now 33 years old, was just 15 when she landed the leading part back in 2007, and she went on to play the character of Alex Russo for four seasons until the show's conclusion in 2012.

Now, with the new 'Wizards Beyond Waverly Place' series, Gomez is reprising her role as Alex, and she has found the experience to be deeply meaningful. The actress admitted that she feels a strong connection to the character, saying "I relate to her so much" and that "ultimately [the role] shaped who I am, because I feel like I am Alex."

Gomez called the reboot a "new, refreshing take" on the beloved franchise, and she expressed genuine happiness at being able to bring the "nostalgia back" for fans. Her co-star David Henrie, who played Alex's brother Justin, echoed this sentiment, describing the show as "a love letter" to the original audience while also inviting a new generation to experience the magic.

As Gomez reflects on her time with the 'Wizards' franchise, she has even realized that she may need to discuss her deep connection to the character with her therapist. The revelation that she feels so closely tied to Alex has prompted Gomez to consider exploring those feelings further.