Selena Gomez, the multi-talented pop star and actress from Only Murders in the Building, is officially engaged to renowned record producer and songwriter Benny Blanco. The couple, who went public with their relationship about a year ago, shared the exciting news on Instagram on Wednesday.
The post included a close-up of her dazzling diamond ring, an image of Gomez snuggling with Blanco, while another captures her sitting on a picnic blanket. The post came with a heartfelt caption: “Forever begins now.” Adding a touch of humor, Blanco commented on the post: “Hey wait… that’s my wife.”
The engagement news was met with a flood of congratulatory messages from Gomez’s celebrity friends. Nina Dobrev, best known for her role in The Vampire Diaries, enthusiastically commented: “YES !!!! Congratulations!!!!! So happy for you both!!!!” Taylour Swift added a playful comment: “Yes I will be the flower girl.” and Rapper Cardi B added a surprised “Waiiiitttt hold on.”
Blanco, 36, and Gomez, 32, have worked together on a number of musical projects, such as the Gomez's 2019 song "I Can't Get Enough" and 2023 smash "Single Soon." Their professional partnership eventually blossomed into a romantic relationship.
Blanco and Gomez have both had successful careers. Gomez was recently nominated for a Golden Globe for her roles in the thriller-musical Emilia Pérez on Netflix and the popular Hulu series Only Murders in the Building.
Powerhouse in the music business, Blanco has co-written hits for Britney Spears, Maroon 5, Katy Perry, and Rihanna. His contributions to the music world has made him a celebrated figure, further cementing his legacy alongside Gomez’s own accomplishments .
Gomez has gained notoriety as a successful businesswoman outside of the entertainment industry. According to Bloomberg, she is one of America's youngest self-made billionaires, with a net worth of $1.3 billion, thanks to the success of her cosmetics company, Rare cosmetics, which was launched five years ago.
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s engagement marks the start of an exciting new chapter. Whether it’s more collaborative projects or simply enjoying life together, their journey is sure to be filled with love, creativity, and plenty of memorable moments.
Congratulations to the soon-to-be newlyweds! As Gomez beautifully put it: “Forever begins now.”
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