Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco sent fans crazy when they revealed they have been secretly dating for six months.
The 31-year-old singer and the 35-year-old music producer confirmed their relationship with a cozy photo she posted to her Instagram Story in December.
The couple kept details of their relationship private – but fans began speculating about the possibility that they were together when Selena commented on one of his photos a month earlier.
Since the confirmation, Selena and Benny haven't shied away from sharing glimpses into their romance, from sparking engagement rumors to flaunting their love at her best friend Taylor Swift's birthday party.
So what do we know about Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco's relationship history? Here you will find everything you need to know at Web.
Selena Gomez, 31, and Benny Blanco, 35, sent fans crazy when they revealed they have been secretly dating for six months
The singer and music producer later confirmed their relationship in December, but when did it all start? Here Web takes a look (pictured this week)
OCTOBER 2020: FANS THINK BENNY HAS CHOSEN “SHADE” SELENA
In 2020, Benny appeared to throw shade at Selena when he appeared to praise her ex-boyfriend Justin Bieber and criticize her in a thinly veiled insult.
Benny worked with Justin on his song Lonely, released in 2021.
In a 2020 interview with Zach Sang, he gushed about Justin and seemed to insult stars who also have makeup lines.
Selena founded her makeup brand Rare Beauty in 2020.
“Justin's not one of those simple pop artists.” As you know, they're like, “This is my new single and here's my makeup line.” And he's like, Justin's like, “Yo. I have a pimple and I'm scared today.” “He's always been open-hearted about this,” Benny said.
“I think he's really falling into himself now as an adult.” “It's brave to put this song out,” he added.
JULY 2023: BENNY ATTENDS SELENA'S BIRTHDAY
Three years later, in July 2023, Benny attended Selena's 31st birthday party and seductively wrapped her arm around his waist – while standing behind her, which included guest Paris Hilton
Three years later, in July 2023, Benny attended Selena's 31st birthday party and seductively wrapped her arm around his waist – while standing behind her.
Selena previously hinted that she had a crush on someone while filming her Christmas special, “Selena + Chef” – but gave no hints as to who.
The star gave a glimpse of her party by posting several snaps on her Instagram with the caption “31.”
In the update, she caught up with top friends like Paris Hilton, Christina Aguilera, Karol G and Sabrina Claudio.
NOVEMBER 2023: EAGLE-EYED FOLLOWERS SPOT COMMENTS
Selena commented on Benny's Instagram post about his new cookbook “Open Wide”
Selena commented on Benny's Instagram post about his new cookbook, Open Wide.
According to Popfactions, she simply wrote, “Finally” and added hand-up emojis.
She also reposted it on her stories and said, “One of my favorite cookbook releases.” [sic].'
The social media site also featured an Instagram story post of Benny that he recently shared.
In the stories, he holds up a handwritten note that he says is from his girlfriend – while holding it in the air, slightly blocking a woman sleeping in front of him – who appears to look like Selena.
The handwritten note read, “I'm so bloated, please don't squeeze/hold on to my waist tonight or I'll fart a hole through the sheets. “I love you,” with a smiley face image on the heart and air is released.
He captioned the image of the letter and the woman, who appears to be a sleeping Selena, with: “My friend left this warning for me on my pillow.”
DECEMBER 2023: RELATIONSHIP CONFIRMED
In December, Selena finally confirmed her relationship with music producer Benny
The snap comes after she wrote on the Popfactions Instagram “Facts” that the star “seems to confirm” that she is “in a relationship.”
In December, Selena finally confirmed her relationship with music producer Benny.
The singer/actress cuddled up to Benny in a moment she posted to her Instagram Stories on Thursday, December 7.
Selena had her head on his shoulder in the photo – Benny's face was cropped in the picture.
The snap comes after she liked and commented on “Facts” under the Popfactions Instagram – which said the star “appeared to confirm” that she is “in a relationship.”
After sharing her cuddled snap with Benny, Selena's fans criticized her – for his previous taunts towards her.
She also revealed that they have been together for six months and that he treats her better than anyone else.
DECEMBER 2023: Engagement rumors are making the rounds
Selena was seen sporting a diamond-encrusted “B” on her finger as a tribute to her love
Selena was seen sporting a diamond-encrusted “B” on her finger as a tribute to her love.
She uploaded a black and white picture to her Instagram story, showing off the new jewelry on her engagement ring finger.
Jewelry experts believe the stunning ring will cost around $7.5k. Maxwell Stone, Steven Stone's leading diamond expert, told Web: “After seemingly confirming her relationship with Benny Blanco just yesterday, Selena Gomez shared a photo on her Instagram story suggesting she's incredibly in love.” …
“Only the singer and actress' hand is visible as she presents a stunning love letter ring with a diamond-encrusted initial letter 'B' and what appears to be a round-cut diamond. I would estimate the value at $7.5k.'
DECEMBER 2023: TAYLOR SWIFT'S 34TH BIRTHDAY PARTY
Selena appeared in love again with her boyfriend Benny in new snaps she shared on Instagram from her best friend Taylor Swift's 34th birthday
In the second photo, Benny had his arms wrapped around Selena as she smiled brightly at the camera
In another snap, she celebrated with birthday girl Taylor and her friends, with a large birthday cake and lit candles in front of her
Selena appeared in love again with her boyfriend Benny in new snaps she shared on Instagram from her best friend Taylor Swift's 34th birthday.
In the black and white photo, she was seen lying on the music producer's lap as he leaned down to kiss her while Selena gently held his head with her hand.
In another snap, Benny hugged Selena as they posed with some of their friends.
“New York, my favorite moments with you this week,” Gomez captioned the post along with a white heart emoji.
In the second photo, Benny had his arms wrapped around Selena as she smiled brightly at the camera.
In another snap, she celebrated with birthday girl Taylor and her friends, with a large birthday cake and lit candles in front of her.
JANUARY 2024: BENNY SHARES ADORABLE PHOTOS WITH SELENA
Selena looked adorable as she smiled in two close-up photos Benny shared in January
The pictures were taken outdoors, with the singer wearing a black wool coat and posing with her red, manicured hands in front of her face
Benny's posts came just days after the Same Old Love hitmaker shared snaps with him during their date night
Selena looked adorable as she smiled in two close-up photos Benny shared in January.
The pictures were taken outdoors, with the singer wearing a black wool coat and posing with her red, manicured hands in front of her face.
Benny's posts came just days after the Same Old Love hitmaker shared snaps with him during their date night.
The actress took to her Instagram Story to post several photos of herself and the musician at a kaleidoscope mirror exhibition.
She held up her phone to capture the moment and giggled as he wrapped his arms around her.