A former teen idol and Disney star has embraced a new chapter, marking the end of 2024 with a love-filled celebration. Read on for all the exciting details!
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco are officially engaged, and fans worldwide are buzzing with excitement over the news and her stunning ring.
A fan comment on Selena Gomez’s engagement ring, dated December 12, 2024 | Source: Instagram/people
The 32-year-old singer shared the announcement on Wednesday, December 11, through an Instagram carousel, which included an array of heartwarming photos that captured the joy of this special moment.
Gomez shared the post with the caption, “[Forever] begins now…” Among the pictures was a striking close-up of her engagement ring — a marquise-cut diamond elegantly set on a band adorned with smaller stones.
Selena Gomez is seen admiring her engagement ring, in a photo dated December 11, 2024 | Source: Instagram/selenagomez
The photos also included a playful selfie of the bride-to-be, covering part of her face with her left hand and showing off her new sparkler, radiating pure joy.
Selena Gomez shows off her engagement ring in a photo dated December 11, 2024 | Source: Instagram/selenagomez
The final picture showed the newly-engaged couple in a tender embrace on the floor of a closet, with Blanco holding Gomez close while she showed off her ring.
Benny Blanco and Selena Gomez are seen in a photo dated December 11, 2024 | Source: Instagram/selenagomez
Adding to the celebratory mood, Blanco commented under the Instagram post, “[Hey] wait… that’s my wife,” sparking even more affection from their fans. Gomez also shared moments from her Instagram stories, including a video of herself on FaceTime, raising her left hand to showcase her engagement band.
Selena Gomez shows off her engagement ring on FaceTime in her Instagram Story, dated December 11, 2024 | Source: Instagram/selenagomez
Selena Gomez shows off her engagement ring in her Instagram Story, dated December 11, 2024 | Source: Instagram/selenagomez
The engagement was met with applause and sweet messages from Gomez’s friends and well-wishers. Longtime friend Taylor Swift excitedly commented, “[Yes] I will be the flower girl.” Jennifer Aniston chimed in with, “HONEY!! Congratulations sweet mama!” while Cardi B humorously exclaimed, “Waiiiitttt hold on,” echoing the surprise and excitement shared by many fans.
Selena Gomez and Jennifer Aniston in Beverly Hills, California, on January 7, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco on January 03, 2024, in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images
Opinions about the marquise diamond ring, the proposal details, and the couple’s joyous announcement have sparked widespread conversations.
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco are seen in a photo, dated August 8, 2024 | Source: Instagram/selenagomez
One user wrote, “It doesn’t help that he got her a cheaper version of Hailey’s ring iam not even exaggerating it’s the same one SELENA deserves better [sic].” Another added, “It looks NOTHING like Hailey’s ring Ugly AND cheap [sic].” A third commented, “Look at that cheap ring. look at hailey’s rock she won idc [sic].”
A fan comment on Selena Gomez’s engagement ring, dated December 12, 2024 | Source: X/apinkkbunny
One user, however, shared a personal connection, stating, “not Selena Gomez getting my dream ring [sic].” Another reacted humorously to the proposal setting, “Ain’t no way Selena Gomez got proposed to with Taco Bell and she said yes, someone save her [sic].”
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco share a kiss, as seen in a photo dated March 8, 2024 | Source: Instagram/selenagomez
One user humorously pointed out a potential downside to the ring, commenting, “It’s a beautiful ring but it looks like it would be very stabby lol.”
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco are seen in a photo dated March 8, 2024 | Source: Instagram/selenagomez
“The ring is gorgeous. Benny has the taste [sic],” commented another admirer. Some focused on the setting of the proposal, with one noting, “It’s the taco bell for me.” Others critiqued the ring design, such as one user who asked, “Was there not another shape?” Another celebrated its beauty, writing, “That iceberg ring is gorgeous.”
“I’m on my marquise diamonds. I’m a marquise diamond. Could even make that Tiffany jealous. You say I give it to you hard. So bad, so bad. Make you never wanna leave. I won’t, I won’t.”
Selena Gomez is seen in a photo shared on March 1, 2022 | Source: Instagram/selenagomez
The marquise-cut diamond featured in Gomez’s engagement ring has drawn attention for its elegance and sophistication. Known as the “Navette,” the marquise cut is distinguished by its elongated shape, which tapers to pointed ends.
Actress Traci Bingham displays her marquise-cut engagement ring on August 21, 2004, in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images
Gomez and Blanco’s engagement marks a significant new chapter in their relationship, which first became public in December 2023. Rumors began circulating when the “Barney & Friends” star interacted with the celebrity fan account PopFaction, liking posts that featured the pair together.
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco on October 24, 2024, in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images
She later confirmed the relationship by commenting, “[Benny] is my absolute everything in my heart,” on one of the posts. Shortly afterward, the “Feel Me” songstress shared a photo of the couple on her Instagram Story, officially announcing their romance to her followers.
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco on October 24, 2024, in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images
From the thoughtful choice of a marquise diamond to a connection with her past music, Selena Gomez’s engagement to Benny Blanco reflects a relationship filled with meaning and sentiment. The couple’s public journey has captured hearts, with fans celebrating this milestone alongside them.