Music producer Benny Blanco has seemingly confirmed that he and his girlfriend, singer and actress Selena Gomez, have had talks about getting married and starting a family together.
Blanco, who is reportedly showering Gomez with lavish gifts ahead of their first anniversary, noted during a podcast appearance that marriage is his “next goal.”
The couple’s relationship has blossomed since being unveiled in December, with Blanco and Gomez regularly flaunting PDA in photos shared online.
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Benny Blanco Says Marriage To Selena Gomez Is His ‘Next Goal’
During an interview on Howard Stern’s radio show, the comedian asked about the possibility of Blanco and Gomez getting married, to which the 11-time Grammy nominee exclaimed: “You and me both…I gotta get my act together!”
Regarding their future, Blanco expressed his enthusiasm for starting a family, stating: “That’s like my next goal on the box. I have a lot of God kids, and I’ve got a ton of nephews. It’s my thing, I love being around kids!”
While reflecting on their first date, Blanco confessed to initially being unaware it was a romantic outing. Recalling the moment, he shared, “It was so crazy. When we went out on our first date, I didn’t even know it was a date.”
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He recounted the amusing exchange where the “Love On” singer hinted at the nature of their outing, saying: “I remember sitting there and she’s like, ‘Well, I would have worn something different for this date,’ and I was like, ‘What?! We’re on a date?!'”
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Benny Blanco Calls Selena Gomez His ‘Best Friend’
During the conversation, Blanco gushed about his girlfriend: “I don’t know a world where it could be better than this. She’s the coolest, the nicest, the sweetest, like, everything.”
According to the DailyMail, the music producer emphasized their strong bond, adding: “She’s truly just like my best friend. We laugh all f—ing day. She inspires me.”
For Valentine’s Day, Blanco orchestrated a personalized celebration, renting a movie theater to screen Gomez’s favorite film, “Almost Famous,” and indulging her with a spread of her favorite snacks.
Earlier this month, an insider reported to USWeekly that the “Come & Get It” singer thinks Blanco is “The One.”
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“He makes her feel secure and happy. They both think they’ve found the person they’ll be with forever,” the source added. “She definitely sees this relationship going the distance.”
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Benny Blanco Reveals Intimate Details Of His Relationship With Selena Gomez
In April, Blanco got candid about his relationship with Gomez, casually mentioning details about their intimate moments on social media.
The 36-year-old musician hinted at their relationship dynamics by sharing an Instagram post of a steak dinner he prepared for her.
“I woke up early this morning, and I was like, ‘I want to do something nice for my girlfriend,'” he shared. Revealing his strategy, Blanco playfully added, “I was thinking, whenever I want to put a smile on her face or get laid, I just make her steak.”
However, aside from their romantic involvement, Blanco and Gomez have a longstanding professional relationship, dating back to 2015, when Blanco collaborated on the singer’s second album, “Revival.”
More recently, the lovebirds collaborated on Gomez’s song “Single Soon,” which Blanco co-wrote and produced in 2023.
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Selena Gomez And Benny Blanco Reportedly Playing ‘Husband And Wife’
Gomez and Blanco are reportedly enjoying a strong and comfortable relationship. Insiders suggest they’re playing “husband and wife” by spending quality time together at home, cooking, and relaxing.
“They’re enjoying their cozy home life and getting used to playing husband and wife,” a source told Life & Style magazine (via The News).
The source added: “They both like to cook, so they’ll take turns, but Benny’s been the king in the kitchen, always surprising Selena with delicious meals.”
The Couple’s Friends Are Convinced A Proposal Is Around The Corner
Additionally, the lovebirds have also reportedly sparked speculation among friends about an impending engagement, with an insider noting that people in the couple’s inner circle are “convinced” a proposal is around the corner.
The insider said, “Selena’s never been this comfortable with a guy before. Some of their friends are convinced that a proposal can’t be far off.”
Another source noted Blanco’s positive influence on Gomez’s body image: “Even though she’s gained weight and is curvier than she used to be, Selena feels sexy, confident and comfortable — and she refuses to hide her body.”