Selena Gomez's Wondermind Faces $1M Lawsuit

Selena Gomez's mental health startup, Wondermind, is embroiled in a substantial legal battle. The company faces a lawsuit from its former New York City landlord, Genius Sports Media Inc., alleging nearly $1 million in unpaid rent and other charges. This legal trouble comes amid reports of financial strain on the business, founded by Gomez, her mother Mandy Teefey, and Daniella Pierson.

The lawsuit, filed in February 2025, claims Wondermind failed to pay rent for its subleased office space from August 1, 2022, to October 30, 2024. As of August 21, 2024, the total amount owed was stated as $875,917.36, reduced to $813,027.18 after a partial payment. Wondermind has denied some claims and accused the landlord of failing to credit certain payments.

Concerns about Wondermind's financial stability are mounting, with Genius Sports Media expressing worries about the company potentially filing for bankruptcy. This prospect could jeopardize the landlord's ability to recover the owed funds. Adding to the complexity, Wondermind's attorney indicated difficulty in communicating with their client, which contributed to delays in responding to legal motions.

A court exhibit from October 2025 highlighted Wondermind's "severe financial burden" due to past leadership decisions. A recent conference in early January 2026 involved both parties' attorneys, with the hearing adjourned to April. The situation remains critical for Selena Gomez and Mandy Teefey's venture.