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Selena Gomez Breaks Silence on ‘Emilia Pérez’ Controversy
Selena Gomez may be out to prove she loves Benny Blanco like a love song.
The “Look at Her Now” singer’s latest social media post has fans speculating that she and her fiancé, who announced their engagement in December, could be teaming up on an upcoming musical collaboration.
In a post on Instagram Stories Feb. 13, Selena shared a photo of a handwritten note reading, “I said I love you first.” Shortly thereafter, Benny—who has written and produced chart-topping hits for the likes of Rihanna, Ed Sheeran, Maroon 5 and Katy Perry—reposted the cryptic message on his own Instagram Stories, leading some to think that the note might actually be a song title.
It wouldn’t be the first time the couple—who previously collaborated on the 2019 single “I Can't Get Enough” alongside J Balvin and Tainy—have teased the idea of working together again. After a TikTok user asked Benny, 38, to “please make some new songs for our queen” in January, he responded with a video of the 32-year-old adjusting a microphone in a home studio.
However, the Emilia Pérez star—who began dating the record producer in 2023—has hinted that music could eventually take a backseat in the grand scheme of her professional life.
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“I love storytelling, and my music career is separate,” she told Saoirse Ronan in December during their Variety Actors on Actors conversation. “However, I don’t see that being a forever thing.”
And while Selena explained that singing is more “vulnerable” than “escaping into a character,” she pointed out why making music will always come naturally to her.
“I’ll always have music in my life because my partner’s a musician,” the singer continued, “and I love having moments to do it for fun.”
Keep reading for a closer look at how Selena and Benny’s sweet romance came to be.
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Blossoming Romance
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco began dating in July 2023, around Selena's birthday, Benny said on the Howard Stern Show in May 2024.
But they only began to spark romance rumors in late 2023. That December, Selena confirmed the speculation, commenting on a fan page's Instagram post, regarding Benny, "He is my absolute everything in my heart."
She continued, "Why has he been the best thing that's ever happened to me. He's still better than anyone I've ever been with."
The Rare Beauty founder also shared a photo on her Instagram Story of her leaning her head on what looked to be Benny's chest.
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With This Ring...
Selena later shared this pic on her Instagram Stories, which shows her wearing a bejeweled "B" ring.
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That Kiss
...including a pic of the two kissing.
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Quality Time
Also in December 2023, Selena shared several photos of herself hanging out in New York City with Benny and their friends.i
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Appreciating Art
Two days after Christmas 2023, Selena shared new pics of the couple at what appeared to be an art exhibit.
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PDA Alert
Selena posted this pic of herself and Benny one day before New Year's Eve 2023.
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Slam Dunk Date Night
The pair attended the Los Angeles Lakers' home game against the Miami Heat in January 2024.
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Can't Keep Their Hands to Themselves
The couple packed on PDA in this February 2024 snapshot.
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Happy Birthday Benny
Selena shared a tribute to her boyfriend on his 36th birthday in March 2024.
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Birthday Tribute
"Happy birthday baby!" Selena wrote on her Instagram. "Your emotional endurance, positive disposition, unbelievable talent (that blows me away), undeniable humor and loving, kind heart absolutely kill me. I love you @itsbennyblanco."
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PDA Alert
Selena included this kissing pic in her birthday tribute to Benny.
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Naughty PDA Alert
...and these couple's pics as well.
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Open Book
Selena celebrated the release of Benny's Open Wide in April 2024, captioning photos of the pair enjoying a cake shaped like his cookbook, "So proud."
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Happy Fourth of July
Selena shared this pic of the two on Independence Day 2024.
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Who Said "I Love You" First?
In July 2024, just ahead of their first dating anniversary, the two answered a viral "Who's Most Likely To" TikTok challenge, during which they were asked who was the first to say "I love you" to the other person. The answer? Selena.
Getting Cozy
Selena and Benny cuddled up in cute photos in July 2024 following her 32nd birthday.
Night Adventures
The actress captioned a gallery of summer photos, "Thank you for sharing your life with me today and everyday."
Beach Babes
The musicians soaked up the sun together on lounge chairs.
Dinner Date
Selena shared a silly pic of the two enjoying a bite.
Summer of Love
They're just loving each other like a love song, baby.
Incognito
The two were bundled up with masks on during one of their outings.
Pucker Up!
In another snap, Selena wore Benny's beanie as they pursed their lips for the camera.
Not Single Soon
The "Eastside" artist gave Selena a kiss on the cheek in a sweet summer snap in July 2024.
Good for You
He wrapped his arms around her in another adorable Instagram pic.
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She Said Yes!
"forever begins now," Selena wrote in December 2024, while revealing their engagement. Benny quipped in the comments, "hey wait… that’s my wife."
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