Selena Gomez used social media to post multiple photos, announcing her engagement to Benny Blanco.
The star of "Only Murders in the Building" and the producer, who began dating in 2023, have now shared that they are getting married.
Relationship Timeline:
- February 2019: Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco collaborated on the song "I Can't Get Enough," released that month. The music video, which came out the following month, featured them together, according to Billboard.
- August 2023: Blanco co-produced Gomez's track "Single Soon." At this point, their relationship was not public.
- December 2023: Gomez confirmed their relationship in response to fan comments on Instagram, calling Blanco her "absolute everything" and revealing they had been dating for six months already.
- Later in December 2023: They went Instagram official when Gomez posted pictures with Blanco on her feed, and their relationship has appeared to flourish since then.
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco are engaged (Instagram/ @selenagomez)
Insights into Their Relationship:
The couple has given fans numerous glimpses into their relationship through social media and public statements.
In a February interview with Apple Music 1, Selena Gomez spoke to Zane Lowe about her relationship with Benny Blanco, stating, "Without getting into too much detail, I think it’s just really important to meet someone that respects you. And I think it’s really nice to also lean on someone who understands the world that I live in. I’d have to say overall, it’s the safest that I feel and it’s been really lovely. I’ve only grown through it, so it’s awesome."
Benny Blanco also shared his feelings on The Howard Stern Show, expressing that when he looks at Gomez, he doesn't "know a world where it could be better than this."
Engagement Announcement:
Selena Gomez announced their engagement on her Instagram page (December 12). She shared four images:
- The first image shows her hand with the engagement ring.
- The second captures her sitting in a garden on a rug, admiring her ring.
- The third is a selfie where Gomez is smiling and showing her ring to the camera.
- The final image shows Blanco kissing Gomez on the side of the head while she displays her ring, both beaming with joy.
The caption of the post was, "Forever begins now.."
The announcement has quickly received a flood of congratulatory messages from fans and followers.
Gomez shared the announcement on Instagram (Instagram/ @selenagomez)
Reactions to the Engagement Announcement:
- Jennifer Aniston (Friends star): "HONEY!! Congratulations sweet mama!"
- Rare Beauty (Gomez's brand): "CONGRATULATIONS so happy for you two!!"
- Taylor Swift: "Yes, I will be the flower girl."
- Disney Wizard Series: "Congratulations! Wishing you a lifetime of magic together."
- Hulu: "We're crying."
- Ashley Benson (Pretty Little Liars star): "Congrats lovey. So happy for you."
Thank you!
