On Sept. 27, pop star Selena Gomez and record producer Benny Blanco said “I do” in Santa Barbara, California. Call it a whirlwind romance or just meant to be, Gomez and Blanco were engaged in December of 2024 after just one year of dating.
The bride stunned in not one, not two, but three custom Ralph Lauren dresses. Each dress featured thoughtful details, including one gown adorned with a heart embroidered in the lace, subtly displaying the couple’s initials.
Gomez glowed with happiness, and Blanco shared on Instagram “I married a real life Disney princess.” The bride also carried a small bouquet of lilies of the valley. While it may not have been intentional, the flowers fittingly represent happiness. The groom, not to be outshone, was also dressed by Ralph Lauren in a flashy tennis bracelet and diamond watch.
The wedding, while elegant, broke away from tradition in meaningful ways. Blanco and Gomez shared their first dance barefoot, and their wedding cake was a small heart shaped confection with the words “just married” written on top. Rather than lavish decadence, the day reflected the couple’s eclectic, deeply personal taste.
While relatively intimate with only 170 people, the guest list was packed with star power. Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran and Gomez’s “Only Murders in the Building” costars Steve Martin and Martin Short were only a few of the famous faces in attendance.
Selena Gomez is no stranger to the spotlight, starting her acting career on Disney Channel at age 10. Her breakout role as Alex Russo on “Wizards of Waverly Place,” a part she played for five years, launched her into stardom. With her successful expansion into the music industry, Gomez is often considered a triple threat for her acting, dancing and singing prowess. Gomez also remains the most followed woman on Instagram as of 2025, despite taking frequent social media breaks to protect her mental health.
While Benny Blanco’s work may be more behind the scenes than Gomez, his impact on the music industry is undeniable. As a record producer and songwriter, he has written or produced for some of the biggest names in the music industry such as Ed Sheeran, BTS, Rihanna and Ariana Grande.
The couple met for the first time way back in 2008, when Gomez was 16 and preparing to sign her first record deal. They would later work together for the first time on tracks “Kill Em with Kindness” and “Same Old Love” in 2015. While they worked together over the years, their first date was not until 2023. The couple has been open about their relationship, regularly attending events and award shows together. In 2024, Blanco proposed to Gomez with an 8-carat ring they designed together. The couple kept details of the proposal private, saying they want to save the story for their future children.
From a barefoot first dance to a heart shaped cake, the day was uniquely theirs, a celebration of love, creativity and everything that makes Selena and Benny’s story their own.
