Selena Gomez has shared some exciting news: she's engaged to record producer and songwriter Benny Blanco!
The announcement came Wednesday night via a sweet social media post, where Selena showed off a stunning marquise-cut diamond ring with the caption, "Forever begins now."
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In one of the photos, Selena sits on a cozy blanket surrounded by a picnic setup, including Champagne and Taco Bell treats, while admiring her gorgeous ring. In a short video on her Instagram stories, Selena gushed, "I said yes to this. It’s so pretty!"
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Benny joined in on the fun, writing, "Hey wait… that’s my wife."
By Thursday morning, Selena’s engagement post had already racked up over 15 million likes, with fans and friends flooding the comments to congratulate the couple. Celebrities like Jennifer Aniston, Lil Nas X, Nina Dobrev, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Lily Collins sent their best wishes. Taylor Swift, one of Selena's closest friends, even joked in the comments, "Yes, I will be the flower girl," earning over a million likes herself.
Selena and Benny’s connection goes way back to 2015, when Benny worked on her album Revival. Their bond grew stronger over the years, and the pair officially confirmed their relationship in December 2023.
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Benny has been open about their romance, calling Selena his "best friend" and sharing on The Howard Stern Show how he already dreams of starting a family with her. Selena has expressed similar feelings, calling Benny the person who supports, encourages, and inspires her.
In a recent interview, Selena explained why she decided to share glimpses of their relationship online: "This is the safest I’ve ever felt in one, and I see a future with this person."
With a love story like this, it's no wonder fans are thrilled about their engagement. Congratulations to Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco on this exciting new chapter.
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