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Selena Gomez has just made a major life announcement—she's engaged to her boyfriend, Benny Blanco! The singer flaunted her dazzling diamond engagement ring in a series of Instagram photos that quickly went viral. The news not only shocked fans but also had Taylor Swift, her longtime best friend, excitedly reacting to the big news.
On Thursday morning, Selena posted two stunning pictures on Instagram. In one image, she smiled brightly, showing off her ring, while in another, Benny gave her a loving kiss on the cheek. The caption read, “Forever begins now…”
As expected, Taylor Swift was one of the first to comment on the post, sharing her excitement. She wrote, “yes I will be the flower girl,” receiving over 500,000 likes in a matter of hours. The playful comment reflects the deep bond between the two stars, who have been close friends for years.
A Long-Standing Friendship Between Taylor and Selena
Taylor and Selena’s friendship dates back to the early 2000s when they both had relationships with members of the Jonas Brothers—Selena dated Nick while Taylor was involved with Joe. Their friendship has only grown stronger over the years, and now, Taylor is ready to be by Selena’s side as she embarks on this exciting new chapter of her life.
Other Celebrity Reactions to the Engagement
It wasn't just Taylor who celebrated the news. Other celebrities also took to Selena’s post to share their congratulations. Cardi B, known for her dramatic reactions, commented, "Waiiiitttt hold on 😱😱😱😱😱❤️❤️❤️". Actress Jennifer Aniston, who shares a friendship with Selena, added, "HONEY!! Congratulations sweet mama!" Other notable celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow, Lily Collins, Suki Waterhouse, and Olivia Wilde also shared their joy in the comments.
Selena and Benny Blanco's Relationship Timeline
Selena and Benny first went public with their relationship in December 2023, though they had been privately dating for six months prior. The couple made several public appearances together, including the Golden Globe Awards and the Emmys, where Selena proudly showed Benny by her side.
Selena’s Career Highlights
In addition to her personal news, Selena has been making waves in her professional life as well. She recently starred in the film Emilia Perez, directed by Jacques Audiard, which earned her critical acclaim. At the Cannes Film Festival, she shared the Best Actress award with the female cast, and she was nominated for a Golden Globe in the Best Supporting Actress category for her performance. The film is currently available to stream on Mubi India.
Their high profile wedding will be a treat to watch with many celebrities expected to turn up including NFL star Travis Kelce.
