Selena Gomez is married. For one of the world’s most famous pop stars, who has lived almost her entire life under the public eye, those words mark a new era. The former Disney Channel actress turned global superstar wed her longtime collaborator and now husband, music producer Benny Blanco, in a romantic ceremony in Santa Barbara, California, on September 27, 2025.
For fans who have followed Gomez’s career from her earliest days on Wizards of Waverly Place to her Emmy-winning work on Only Murders in the Building and her ongoing reign in pop music, this wedding feels like both a personal and cultural milestone. Gomez, who has often spoken openly about her struggles, her healing journey, and her longing for genuine love, has found that love in the unlikeliest of places: a longtime friend and collaborator she had known for years before romance ever bloomed.
A Wedding Day Full of Elegance and Intimacy
Selena Gomez’s Instagram post announcing her marriage was simple yet unforgettable. A carousel of photos captured the elegance of the day: her halter-style white gown that highlighted her timeless beauty, her lily-of-the-valley bouquet that echoed understated grace, and the shining wedding bands symbolizing their vows. Blanco, ever the understated creative genius, looked dashing in a black tuxedo with a bow tie.
The caption was short, almost cryptic, yet deeply powerful: “🤍 9.27.25 🤍.” For a woman who has spent years sharing bits and pieces of her personal life while fiercely protecting her privacy, the simplicity of the message made it all the more meaningful.
Blanco, meanwhile, responded in a way only he could — with a heartfelt comment that instantly melted hearts worldwide: “my wife in real life.”
Although Gomez has yet to reveal her full guest list, she previously confirmed that her Only Murders in the Building co-stars, Steve Martin and Martin Short, were guaranteed attendees. Beyond that, speculation has swirled over whether her close friends like Taylor Swift, Paris Hilton, and others from her Hollywood circle witnessed the moment. Gomez’s post, however, kept the spotlight solely on her and Blanco, highlighting that this was first and foremost about love, not celebrity spectacle.
How Selena and Benny Met: A Partnership Years in the Making
What makes Gomez and Blanco’s union so special is the foundation it’s built on. Their story isn’t one of whirlwind romance or love at first sight, but of years of collaboration, mutual respect, and an eventual realization that what they had together was more than friendship.
The pair first crossed paths professionally in 2015, when Blanco helped craft songs for Gomez’s critically acclaimed album Revival. Over the years, Blanco continued to weave his production magic into her career, including on the sultry 2019 collaboration “I Can’t Get Enough” and her 2023 track “Single Soon.”
For nearly a decade, their relationship was defined by music — and nothing more. In a May interview with Time, Gomez revealed that she never considered Blanco as anything beyond a trusted colleague and friend. That changed during a birthday party when she suddenly realized her feelings had shifted.
“It just kind of hit me,” Gomez said. “Like, oh, this is more than just friendship. I didn’t expect it at all.”
It was one of those moments when life surprises you, when someone who has been there all along quietly transforms into the love of your life.
Taking Love Public
In December 2023, Gomez and Blanco confirmed what many fans had already suspected: they were a couple. Gomez made it official through Instagram, posting affectionate snapshots from a trip to New York. One image showed her kissing Blanco, another had his head resting in her lap.
The photos set the internet ablaze, but Gomez, never one to shy away from honesty, seemed unbothered by the spotlight. In a since-deleted comment, she revealed that the pair had already been dating for six months by then, meaning their relationship began quietly in mid-2023.
She followed up with another candid declaration: “He is my absolute everything in my heart.”
Fans celebrated the news, though some were surprised by the pairing. Blanco, known for his behind-the-scenes genius, isn’t typically in the gossip headlines the way many of Gomez’s former partners were. But perhaps that was the appeal. After years of high-profile relationships that ended in heartbreak, Gomez seemed to find in Blanco something stable, authentic, and deeply nurturing.
The Proposal and Engagement
By late 2024, whispers of engagement began spreading after Gomez was spotted with a sparkling new ring on her left hand. The speculation ended in December when Gomez herself confirmed the engagement in an Instagram post.
“Forever begins now,” she captioned the photo of her ring.
Blanco, in his signature playful fashion, commented: “Hey wait… That’s my wife.”
Their engagement wasn’t marked by flashy paparazzi shoots or choreographed social media reveals. Instead, it carried the same sense of intimacy that has defined their relationship from the beginning.
A Collaboration Beyond Romance
For Gomez and Blanco, romance didn’t mean the end of their creative partnership — it strengthened it. Earlier this year, they released their first joint album, I Said I Love You First… And You Said It Back, a 22-track exploration of love, vulnerability, and artistry.
The album featured collaborations with heavy-hitting artists like J Balvin, Gracie Abrams, GloRilla, and The Marías. Critics hailed it as an ambitious blend of Blanco’s experimental production and Gomez’s emotional storytelling.
For many fans, the record felt like a diary set to music, capturing not only their artistry but also their evolving relationship. Songs about discovery, vulnerability, and devotion resonated deeply, almost as though the couple were inviting listeners into their private world.
Selena Gomez’s Journey to Love
To understand why this marriage feels so significant, it’s worth remembering Gomez’s personal journey. Over the years, she has navigated some of the toughest challenges a celebrity could face — health battles, public breakups, and the relentless scrutiny of fame.
Through it all, Gomez has spoken openly about resilience, healing, and the importance of surrounding herself with people who truly care. Her Rare Beauty brand, launched in 2020, became both a commercial success and a platform for mental health advocacy, further showcasing her commitment to authenticity.
Fans who have followed her through heartbreak and healing see her marriage to Blanco not just as a romantic milestone, but as the fulfillment of years of personal growth. For Gomez, finding love in a relationship built on trust and friendship feels like the ultimate reward after a decade of challenges.
Benny Blanco: The Man Behind the Music
While Gomez has been in the spotlight since childhood, Blanco has thrived mostly behind the scenes. Known as one of the most successful producers in modern music, he has helped create chart-topping hits for artists ranging from Justin Bieber to Ed Sheeran to Halsey.
But beyond his résumé, Blanco is known among peers as someone who values authenticity and creativity over fame. In that sense, he and Gomez are perfectly aligned. Their shared passion for music, combined with a mutual respect for each other’s individuality, has made their partnership — both personal and professional — all the more powerful.
A New Chapter
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s wedding marks the beginning of a new chapter, not just for them but for fans who have watched their journeys unfold. It’s a reminder that sometimes love isn’t about instant fireworks but about steady friendship that quietly blossoms into something extraordinary.
The couple’s story also feels refreshingly grounded in a celebrity landscape often dominated by spectacle. Their romance grew slowly, away from the noise, built on shared experiences and mutual respect.
As Gomez steps into this new stage of life, she does so not as the teenager who once sang “Love You Like a Love Song” but as a woman who has lived, learned, and finally found the partner she was meant to share her life with.
And in Benny Blanco, she’s found not just a collaborator, not just a friend, but a husband who clearly adores her — or, in his own words, his “wife in real life.”
For Gomez, the little girl from Texas who grew up in the spotlight, this is more than just a wedding. It’s a full-circle moment. It’s proof that after years of uncertainty, she’s found her forever.
