Selena Gomez recently announced her engagement to music producer and songwriter Benny Blanco, marking a significant milestone in her already eventful year. The news was shared through an Instagram post where Gomez proudly displayed her engagement ring alongside a heartfelt embrace with her fiancé, captioned with the words 'Forever begins now'.
Celebrities and fans alike showered the couple with congratulations, with notable figures such as rapper Lil Nas X and singer Taylor Swift expressing their joy for the pair. Swift even humorously offered to be the flower girl at the upcoming wedding. Other well-wishes came from Gwyneth Paltrow, Lily Collins, and Padma Lakshmi, further highlighting the widespread support for the happy couple.
Gomez's professional achievements have also been in the spotlight, as she received double Golden Globe nominations for her performances in 'Emilia Pérez' and 'Only Murders in the Building'. This recognition adds to her already impressive resume as a Grammy- and Emmy-nominated artist.
Aside from her successful career in entertainment, Gomez has also made significant contributions to philanthropy. In 2020, she launched the Rare Impact Fund and Rare Beauty cosmetics line, with a commitment to donate 1% of all sales to support mental health services and education for young individuals.
Benny Blanco, the talented music producer and songwriter, has collaborated with Gomez on various projects, including the 2019 hit song 'I Can't Get Enough'. Blanco's musical prowess is evident in his work on popular tracks such as Katy Perry's 'Teenage Dream', Kesha's 'Tik Tok', Britney Spears' 'Circus', and Maroon 5's 'Moves Like Jagger'.
Blanco's own musical journey began with the release of 'Eastside' in 2018, a collaboration with Khalid and Halsey that garnered widespread acclaim. The trio even performed the song at the prestigious American Music Awards, further solidifying Blanco's position as a prominent figure in the music industry.
