Pop star Selena Gomez, widely known for her roles in music and film, has just taken a significant step in her personal life. The actress, who stars in the hit series Only Murders in the Building, is now officially engaged to music producer Benny Blanco.

The couple's exciting news was shared by Gomez on her Instagram on Wednesday, where she posted a heartwarming photo of her engagement ring alongside a cozy picnic scene. In her post, she wrote, “Forever begins now,” capturing a special moment that her fans and followers quickly celebrated.

Blanco, who was equally thrilled by the announcement, took to the comments section of the post and playfully said, “Hey wait… that's our wife.” The engagement sparked an outpouring of congratulations from Gomez's close friends in the entertainment industry, including fellow singers Taylor Swift and Cardi B, as well as actors Jennifer Aniston and Gwyneth Paltrow. They all sent their best wishes to the couple, excited about the next chapter in their love story.

The couple, who went public with their relationship about a year ago, have shared a number of collaborations on music projects. One of their notable joint efforts includes the song "Single Soon," which was a hit in 2023. Their creative partnership has been well received by fans, and it's clear that their bond extends far beyond just music. "He is our absolute everything in our heart," Selena shared with fans in the past, expressing her deep love and admiration for Blanco.

Blanco, who is 36 years old, couldn't help but gush about Gomez during a guest appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show earlier this year. He explained that every day he feels like he's living a dream being with Gomez, whom he describes as “the best, most genuine person.” He further admitted that at times, he still can't believe how lucky he is to share his life with her, saying, "How did we get here?"

Selena Gomez Gets Engaged to Music Producer Benny Blanco

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Gomez, who is now 32, has had an incredibly successful career, from her early days as a Disney star to becoming a global music and acting sensation. Recently, she received Golden Globe nominations for her roles in Only Murders in the Building and the Netflix series Emilia Pérez. The recognition adds to her already impressive list of accomplishments, which includes being the founder of Rare Beauty, her five-year-old cosmetics brand.

Blanco, known for his collaborations with major artists like Rihanna, Katy Perry, and Maroon 5, has also made a name for himself in the music industry as a prolific songwriter and producer. Together, Gomez and Blanco make a power couple, combining both musical talent and entrepreneurial success.

Adding to her incredible achievements, Gomez was recently recognized as one of the youngest self-made billionaires in the United States, with a net worth of $1.3 billion, according to Bloomberg. With so much success in her professional life, it seems that Gomez has now found happiness and stability in her personal life as well, as she prepares to embark on this exciting new chapter with Benny Blanco.

The engagement marks a new beginning for the couple, and we can only wait to see what the future holds for them both. Fans are excited for what comes next, especially given how much they have already shared publicly about their love and career journey together.