Los Angeles, California – Selena Gomez has announced her engagement to songwriter Benny Blanco through a post on Instagram, showcasing a stunning engagement ring and captioning it “forever begins now.” The couple had made their relationship official last year, and since then, they have received warm wishes from celebrities like Taylor Swift, Cardi B, and Gwyneth Paltrow. In response to her post, Blanco playfully commented, “Hey wait… that’s my wife,” with Swift jokingly offering to be the flower girl at their wedding. The outpouring of love and support continued with well wishes from Jennifer Aniston, Suki Waterhouse, and Lil Nas X.
Gomez, a two-time Grammy-nominated artist, shared more photos of her ring and a video revealing the news to her loved ones. In the video, she can be heard saying, “Yes to this,” sparking excitement on the other end of the call. Gomez and Blanco had previously worked together on music, collaborating on songs like “I Can’t Get Enough” in 2019 and “Single Soon” in 2023 before announcing their romantic relationship. In a recent interview on the Drew Barrymore Show, Blanco expressed his admiration for Gomez, describing her as one of the sweetest, most genuine, and humble people he has ever met.
Gomez, known for hits like “Come & Get It,” had a highly-publicized relationship with fellow singer Justin Bieber before finding love with Blanco. The Texas-born star rose to fame as a child actress on Barney and Disney Channel, transitioning into a successful career as both a singer and actress. This year, Gomez was listed on the billionaire celebrity rich list, with a reported fortune of $1.3 billion mainly attributed to her Rare Beauty makeup company. Furthermore, she recently received two Golden Globe nominations – one for best supporting actress for her role in operatic musical Emilia Pérez and another for best actress in a TV series, musical or comedy, for her recurring role in Only Murders in the Building.
Overall, Gomez’s engagement to Benny Blanco has captured the hearts of fans and celebrities alike, marking a new chapter in her life and career. With a successful music and acting career, as well as a thriving business venture, Gomez continues to inspire and impress audiences around the world.