Selena Gomez has married music producer Benny Blanco in a glamorous ceremony. The couple shared their first wedding photos on Instagram, delighting fans worldwide.
The special day took place on 27 September in Santa Barbara, California.
SELENA GOMEZ WEDDING DAY
Selena Gomez proudly wore a custom Ralph Lauren dress, and Benny looked sharp in a bespoke Ralph Lauren suit, according to Elle.
As excitement buzzed online, Gomez posted, “🤍 9.27.25 🤍”, sending waves of congratulations from international fans.
SELENA GOMEZ’S ACTIVISM
She has built a strong following in South Africa thanks to her activism and support for mental health causes, which South Africans deeply appreciate.
It’s no surprise then that her wedding drew both local and global attention.
Selena Gomez reflected on her certainty before the big day. “You know, I just have never really felt so sure about something,” she told Jake Shane on the Therapuss podcast.
BENNY BLANCO ON KNOWING YOUR PARTNER
Benny echoed her feelings in Interview magazine: “The second we started hanging out, I was like, ‘This is my wife.’ I was telling my mum, ‘This is the girl I’m going to marry.’”
Both have spoken of their mutual support and deep connection, with Benny stating, “There’s no ego between us.
She’s praying for me to win, and I’m praying for her to win. And I wake up in the morning, I know she does the same thing, and I’m like, ‘How can I make her life better?’”
THE ENGAGEMENT
Their engagement was first announced in December 2024, with Selena and Benny going public with their relationship a year prior, according to US Magazine.
The couple’s journey has inspired many South Africans, showing the importance of love, honesty, and partnership.
STAR-STUDDED GUESTS
The wedding itself featured a guest list full of celebrities, including close friends Taylor Swift and Paris Hilton.
While the couple exchanged vows in the US, South Africans joined the celebration online. Many related to Selena’s authenticity and her public journey with Benny.