Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco are engaged and ready for forever.

Selena Gomez and her fiancé, music producer Benny Blanco, publicly confirmed their romance on Instagram in December 2023.

The "Wolves" vocalist expressed her feelings in an Instagram comment then, stating, "He is my absolute everything in my heart." She added, "He has been the best thing that’s ever happened to me."

Clues about the pair's connection emerged during the Selena + Chef: Home for the Holidays TV special, where the pop sensation mentioned a post-filming date for the December 21 episode. Gomez’s close friend and fellow cast member, Raquelle Stevens, playfully declared that Gomez would secure a new partner before 2024, prompting Gomez to reply, "Let’s hope!"

She subsequently disclosed that their relationship had started "six months" prior and has openly showcased numerous moments with the producer since then.

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An insider exclusively informed Us Weekly in the month of the announcement that "Selena hasn’t experienced this level of happiness with anyone she’s dated in a very long time." The source added, "Selena and Benny are genuinely smitten, and while she usually keeps her relationships private, she was eager to share their bond with Benny."

Continue below for a chronological overview of Gomez and Blanco’s relationship:

2015

The song “Same Old Love” was recorded and launched as part of Gomez’s second album, Revival. Blanco contributed to the production of this track, marking the beginning of their professional and personal connection, leading to further successful collaborations such as “Kill ‘Em With Kindness,” also from Revival, “I Can’t Get Enough” (2019) alongside Tainy and J Balvin, and “Single Soon” (2023).

July 2023

At her 31st birthday celebration, Gomez was seen in a photo montage with Blanco and Paris Hilton. A black-and-white image depicted the birthday celebrant embracing both individuals, sparking romantic speculation which the former Disney Channel actress later verified.

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December 2023

The Rare Beauty founder validated her relationship with Blanco on December 7 by responding "Facts" to an Instagram post featuring the headline, "Selena Gomez Seemingly Confirms Relationship With Benny Blanco." Since then, the couple has been transparent and public about their romance.

A few days subsequent, Gomez posted Instagram previews of an upcoming Rare Beauty endeavor, to which Blanco responded with a heart eye emoji. On December 15, she shared a photo collage titled "New York, my favorite moments [with] you this week," with the final image showing the couple sharing a kiss.

January 2024

In early January, the couple made their debut public outing, seated courtside at a Los Angeles Lakers game. Images captured them looking comfortable, exchanging smiles and laughter as they appeared on the Jumbotron.

The Golden Globes took place shortly after their joint appearance, where Gomez received a nomination for her performance in Only Murders in the Building. Despite not winning the award, the actress posted a picture on her Instagram Stories of herself sitting on Blanco’s lap, writing, "I won."

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May 2024

While on “The Howard Stern Show,” host Howard Stern remarked that he "foresees marriage" for Blanco and Gomez. "You and me both," Blanco openly agreed.

Asked if an engagement ring was prepared, Blanco quipped, "I don’t have anything. I got no shoes on! I gotta get my act together."

Prior in the discussion, Blanco mentioned that his "next aspiration" in life is to become a parent. "I have many godchildren. I’ve got many nephews. I enjoy being around children," he revealed, then continued to express his profound affection for his relationship with Gomez.

He affirmed, "When I look at her, I always feel, 'I don’t imagine a world where it could be better than this.'"

July 2024

On July 4, the actress posted an image to her Instagram Story depicting her and Blanco celebrating Independence Day together. The picture showed Gomez seated, embraced by Blanco. Gomez wore a white dress, complemented by Blanco's similar white attire.

Blanco also posted additional photos of Gomez on his story, where she was seen smiling broadly, adorned with gold hoop earrings and a white headband.

October 2024

Blanco accompanied Gomez to her yearly Rare Impact Fund Benefit, organized to support her beauty enterprise. During the occasion, he affectionately kissed her cheek as Gomez rested on his lap.

November 2024

In a The Hollywood Reporter interview, Gomez extolled their bond, effusively stating that "this is the most secure [she has] ever felt" in a romantic partnership.

"I envision a future with this individual. And when you reveal a bit of information, people are less inclined to pursue you," Gomez explained. "For instance, if they catch wind of something, they will pursue it, but if you declare, 'I did it,' they'll think, 'Oh, there you are, just heading to Sushi Park.' However, much of my relationship remains unseen by the public; it's exclusively ours."

Gomez remarked that paparazzi capturing their outings is simply "part of the profession."

December 2024

Gomez and Blanco shared news of their engagement following over a year of being a couple.

On Wednesday, December 11, Gomez posted an Instagram photo displaying her engagement ring, with the caption, "Forever begins now." Blanco marked the significant occasion by commenting, "Hey wait… that’s my wife."

December 2024

The pair spent the festive season in each other's company. "Hope everyone had a lovely holiday!" Gomez wrote alongside an Instagram picture of her and Blanco sharing a Christmas kiss.

Additionally, she featured new images of herself and her fiancé in a year-end Instagram update, which she captioned, "Happy new years ."

March 2025

Gomez attended the 97th annual Academy Awards with her fiancé, where she presented two awards alongside Samuel L. Jackson. Before her official duties, she was seen affectionately embracing Blanco in their seats.