A Proposal Straight Out of a Love Story
The proposal seemed straight out of a love story. According to Gomez’s Instagram photos, Benny popped the question during an intimate picnic date. The couple was surrounded by a cozy setup of blankets on a perfectly manicured lawn, with a wicker basket and takeout from Taco Bell adding a charmingly casual touch to the moment. Gomez was captured admiring her stunning engagement ring, a symbol of their commitment to each other.
This heartfelt moment marks a significant milestone in their journey together, bringing their love story to the forefront for all to see.
A Timeline of Their Relationship
The road to their engagement has been a journey filled with shared experiences, mutual admiration, and a deepening bond. Gomez and Blanco first crossed paths nearly two decades ago when Benny attended one of Gomez’s early meetings as she transitioned from her Disney career to pursuing her own music. “We both met each other like almost 16, 17 years ago,” Benny recalled during an April interview with SiriusXM Hits 1. “She’s the best,” he added, reflecting on their initial encounters.
Their professional collaboration came in 2019 when they worked together on the hit single “I Can’t Get Enough” alongside Tainy and J Balvin. However, it wasn’t until the summer of 2023 that their friendship evolved into something more. Benny shared with Howard Stern, “When we went out on our first date, I didn’t even know it was a date. She was like, ‘Hey, you want to hang out?’ And I was like, ‘Yeah.’ Then she said, ‘Well, I would’ve worn something different for this date,’ and I was like, ‘What? We’re on a date?’”
Their relationship became public later that year when Gomez liked and commented on fan accounts’ posts about the couple. By December 2023, Gomez confirmed their romance, expressing her feelings online: “He is my absolute everything in my heart.”
The couple’s bond only grew stronger as they continued to work together. In August 2023, Blanco produced Gomez’s single “Single Soon,” which, ironically, coincided with the beginning of their romantic journey. In January 2024, they made their red carpet debut at the Emmy Awards, solidifying their status as a power couple in the entertainment industry.
Reflections on Love and the Future
Their engagement is not only a testament to their love but also a reflection of their individual growth and shared aspirations. In a May interview with TIME, Gomez shared her thoughts on being single and her plans before meeting Blanco. “I was alone for five years, and I got really used to it,” she said. “Then I came up with my plan, which was I was going to adopt at 35 if I had not met anyone. It just happens when you least expect it.”
Blanco echoed similar sentiments during his interview with Howard Stern, stating, “She inspires me. I want to have kids. That’s the next goal.” He described Gomez as his best friend and expressed gratitude for their connection, saying, “We laugh all day. She’s the coolest, the nicest, the sweetest.”
A Journey Just Beginning
As Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco embark on this new chapter, their fans eagerly await what the future holds for the couple. From a relationship rooted in mutual respect and creativity to an engagement filled with love and joy, their journey together serves as a beautiful reminder that sometimes, the best love stories are the ones that unfold naturally.
Congratulations to Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco on their engagement! We can’t wait to see what’s next for this talented and inspiring duo.