Selena Gomez Announces Engagement to Songwriter Benny Blanco

Selena Gomez, the globally renowned singer, actress, and entrepreneur, has announced her engagement to songwriter and record producer Benny Blanco. The news broke when Gomez shared a picture of a stunning engagement ring on Instagram, captioned, "forever begins now."

The engagement follows the couple's confirmation of their relationship last year. Among those congratulating the pair was pop sensation Taylor Swift, who commented on the post, “Yes I will be the flower girl.” Benny Blanco, showing his affection, added humor to the post by writing, “Hey wait… that’s my wife.”

Other notable celebrities, including Cardi B, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jennifer Aniston, Suki Waterhouse, and Lil Nas X, also extended their best wishes.

In an Instagram Story shared with her 423 million followers, Gomez offered a closer look at her engagement ring through a video call with loved ones. In the clip, she can be heard saying, “Yes to this,” as screams of joy erupt on the other end of the line.

The couple, who collaborated on the tracks I Can’t Get Enough in 2019 and Single Soon in 2023, have shared their creative and personal bond publicly. In May, Blanco expressed his admiration for Gomez during an appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show. He described her as “the best, most genuine person” and shared his disbelief at their connection, saying, "Every day when I wake up, I, like, walk by the mirror as I'm, like, walking to her and I ask myself, 'How did I get here?' ... She's one of the sweetest, one of the most charming, one of the most humble people I've ever met."

Gomez, a Texas native, first rose to fame as a child actress on Barney and Disney Channel. She later achieved success in music and acting, with notable projects including her role in Only Murders in the Building. Her entrepreneurial endeavors, particularly with her Rare Beauty makeup line, have propelled her to billionaire status, with Bloomberg estimating her net worth at $1.3 billion.

The engagement announcement coincides with a milestone moment in Gomez's career, as she received two Golden Globe nominations. She was nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the operatic musical Emilia Pérez and Best Actress in a TV Series, Musical or Comedy, for her performance in Only Murders in the Building.

Gomez’s engagement marks a new chapter in her life, with fans and celebrities alike celebrating her happiness and success.