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04-05-2025
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Benny Blanco is Selena Gomez's green flag fiancé. His words of wisdom? Always say sorry, prioritize home cooking and send a simple text.
Benny Blanco knows what it takes to be an attentive fiancé. This is made no clearer than in the handful of interviews Blanco, a Grammy-nominated music producer and songwriter, has given about his healthy relationship with fiancée Selena Gomez. He's beloved by much of Gomez's fandom and has often been described as 'the standard' and a 'walking green flag.' Blanco has even received the stamp of approval from Gomez's superstar bestie, Taylor Swift. In a story published by Elle on Friday — the same day Blanco and Gomez released the deluxe version of their joint album, I Said I Love You First… And You Said It Back — the 37-year-old music producer opened up about how he navigates arguments and misunderstandings with the Only Murders in the Building star. 'I think what you do is, you say, 'I'm sorry,'' he said. 'Even if you're just a little wrong. Just say you're sorry.' Gomez has also helped Blanco reach another conclusion: Women are better than men at virtually everything. 'Men are dumber. Men have less patience. I'm amazed every, every, every, every time I get to be in the same room as Selena,' Blanco said. 'I'm amazed at how she carries herself and all the things she does — the multitasking. Everything.' Blanco and Gomez first confirmed their romance in late 2023 and announced their engagement in December 2024. They previously collaborated on Gomez's tracks 'Same Old Love' and 'Kill Em With Kindness' for her 2015 album Revival before ever becoming romantically involved. The 'Bluest Flame' producer has a history of sharing sage dating wisdom since getting together with Gomez. Blanco's thoughtful advice has continued making its rounds on the internet, garnering praise along the way. While on Jay Shetty's podcast, On Purpose with Jay Shetty, in March, Blanco spoke of how he makes an active effort to give Gomez what she needs to feel secure in their relationship. 'I'm aware of her strengths, and I'm aware of her weaknesses. And what I try to do is surround her with a lot of things to help her,' Blanco told Shetty. 'So if she's away, and I have to go to a dinner, then a party, then this thing, then that thing, it's a simple text in between each thing that says, 'Hey, babe, I'm going to this next thing. I'm thinking of you.'' Acknowledging the animosity that can fester if couples don't properly communicate or choose to wait long periods to text one another, Blanco makes an active effort to not do those things. 'So I'm gonna help her succeed,' he said. 'I'm not gonna be a d***. I'm not not gonna hit her up. And she doesn't need a lot. She's like the easiest person in the world.' Gomez, who was with Blanco on Shetty's podcast, said of her fiancé, 'I know just hearing from him one time, check in with me and say, 'I love you, and I hope the day is going well,' I just feel safe. And I've never felt that before.' Failing to listen to your partner, added Blanco, is a common issue for men, especially. 'A woman is going to tell you exactly what she needs. One guy is like, 'I don't know what she wants.' She told you already. You're just an idiot. You're not listening. Just listen. If a girl is getting frustrated with you on something, she's definitely told you multiple times, and you're just not paying attention. So it's like, just listen, and don't be reactionary. Proactively do these things,' he said. Blanco reiterated this sentiment earlier that month, telling the Today Show, 'My No. 1 rule for men is listen on the first date. Stop trying to just show off. Listen to what they have to say.' During an interview with People in November 2024, Blanco emphasized the importance of cooking for your partner — even if it isn't exactly your strong suit. 'Just cook anything. Even if you're terrible at cooking, they're gonna like it because you did it,' he said. 'Ask your partner what they want to eat. Don't try to, like, cook them what you want to eat — ask them what they want to eat. If you don't know how to cook it, learn it.' Blanco often cooks meals for Gomez, bringing to life her favorite dishes. The 'Teenage Dream' producer prepares and then freezes food that he can easily deep fry or warm up for the pop star when she's craving it. 'I know the hits with Selena, so I'm going to cook her exactly what she wants. She's not gonna want, like, sea urchin. She's a steak dinner type of girl. She wants mashed potatoes, some creamed spinach,' he said. 'I have a whole menu of things she likes, so whenever she's hungry, I have them in my back pocket.' The acclaimed music producer, who's worked with artists like Rihanna, Britney Spears, Lana Del Rey and Gomez's ex-boyfriend, Justin Bieber, credits his relationship with his mother for why he treats Gomez, and people in general, the way he does. 'She always says, 'Treat people the way you want to be treated,'' Blanco told Elle of his mother. 'You should treat the best NBA player in the world the same way you treat the person valeting cars. You're not supposed to prioritize people based on what they do.'
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Benny Blanco is Selena Gomez's green flag fiancé. His words of wisdom? Always say sorry, prioritize home cooking and send a simple text.
Benny Blanco knows what it takes to be an attentive fiancé. This is made no clearer than in the handful of interviews Blanco, a Grammy-nominated music producer and songwriter, has given about his healthy relationship with fiancée Selena Gomez. He's beloved by much of Gomez's fandom and has often been described as 'the standard' and a 'walking green flag.' Blanco has even received the stamp of approval from Gomez's superstar bestie, Taylor Swift. In a story published by Elle on Friday — the same day Blanco and Gomez released the deluxe version of their joint album, I Said I Love You First… And You Said It Back — the 37-year-old music producer opened up about how he navigates arguments and misunderstandings with the Only Murders in the Building star. 'I think what you do is, you say, 'I'm sorry,'' he said. 'Even if you're just a little wrong. Just say you're sorry.' Gomez has also helped Blanco reach another conclusion: Women are better than men at virtually everything. 'Men are dumber. Men have less patience. I'm amazed every, every, every, every time I get to be in the same room as Selena,' Blanco said. 'I'm amazed at how she carries herself and all the things she does — the multitasking. Everything.' Blanco and Gomez first confirmed their romance in late 2023 and announced their engagement in December 2024. They previously collaborated on Gomez's tracks 'Same Old Love' and 'Kill Em With Kindness' for her 2015 album Revival before ever becoming romantically involved. The 'Bluest Flame' producer has a history of sharing sage dating wisdom since getting together with Gomez. Blanco's thoughtful advice has continued making its rounds on the internet, garnering praise along the way. While on Jay Shetty's podcast, On Purpose with Jay Shetty, in March, Blanco spoke of how he makes an active effort to give Gomez what she needs to feel secure in their relationship. 'I'm aware of her strengths, and I'm aware of her weaknesses. And what I try to do is surround her with a lot of things to help her,' Blanco told Shetty. 'So if she's away, and I have to go to a dinner, then a party, then this thing, then that thing, it's a simple text in between each thing that says, 'Hey, babe, I'm going to this next thing. I'm thinking of you.'' Acknowledging the animosity that can fester if couples don't properly communicate or choose to wait long periods to text one another, Blanco makes an active effort to not do those things. 'So I'm gonna help her succeed,' he said. 'I'm not gonna be a d***. I'm not not gonna hit her up. And she doesn't need a lot. She's like the easiest person in the world.' Gomez, who was with Blanco on Shetty's podcast, said of her fiancé, 'I know just hearing from him one time, check in with me and say, 'I love you, and I hope the day is going well,' I just feel safe. And I've never felt that before.' Failing to listen to your partner, added Blanco, is a common issue for men, especially. 'A woman is going to tell you exactly what she needs. One guy is like, 'I don't know what she wants.' She told you already. You're just an idiot. You're not listening. Just listen. If a girl is getting frustrated with you on something, she's definitely told you multiple times, and you're just not paying attention. So it's like, just listen, and don't be reactionary. Proactively do these things,' he said. Blanco reiterated this sentiment earlier that month, telling the Today Show, 'My No. 1 rule for men is listen on the first date. Stop trying to just show off. Listen to what they have to say.' During an interview with People in November 2024, Blanco emphasized the importance of cooking for your partner — even if it isn't exactly your strong suit. 'Just cook anything. Even if you're terrible at cooking, they're gonna like it because you did it,' he said. 'Ask your partner what they want to eat. Don't try to, like, cook them what you want to eat — ask them what they want to eat. If you don't know how to cook it, learn it.' Blanco often cooks meals for Gomez, bringing to life her favorite dishes. The 'Teenage Dream' producer prepares and then freezes food that he can easily deep fry or warm up for the pop star when she's craving it. 'I know the hits with Selena, so I'm going to cook her exactly what she wants. She's not gonna want, like, sea urchin. She's a steak dinner type of girl. She wants mashed potatoes, some creamed spinach,' he said. 'I have a whole menu of things she likes, so whenever she's hungry, I have them in my back pocket.' The acclaimed music producer, who's worked with artists like Rihanna, Britney Spears, Lana Del Rey and Gomez's ex-boyfriend, Justin Bieber, credits his relationship with his mother for why he treats Gomez, and people in general, the way he does. 'She always says, 'Treat people the way you want to be treated,'' Blanco told Elle of his mother. 'You should treat the best NBA player in the world the same way you treat the person valeting cars. You're not supposed to prioritize people based on what they do.'
Yahoo
24-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Taylor Swift Supports Selena Gomez's Album on Her Instagram Story
Taylor Swift returned to Instagram after a 100-day absence as she publicly supported Selena Gomez's new album, 'I Said I Love You First.' In her post, Swift praised the collaborative project between Gomez and her fiancé, Benny Blanco. This marks Swift's first social media activity since December 2024. The album's release has also sparked renewed interest in Gomez and Blanco's relationship following their engagement. Here's what to know about Swift's post, the album's release, and the context surrounding the couple's musical collaboration. On March 22, 2025, Taylor Swift returned to Instagram after a 100-day hiatus to show support for Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco's new album. Sharing the album's cover on her Instagram Story, Swift wrote, '@selenagomez & @bennyblanco I LOVE THIS ALBUM SO MUCH. OH MY GODDDDDDDDDDDD.' She also included a direct link to the album for her followers. Swift's last Instagram activity had been on December 11, 2024, shortly after the end of her Eras Tour. Her return coincided with the March 21 release of 'I Said I Love You First,' Gomez's fourth studio album and her first collaboration with Blanco, who is now her fiancé. The couple announced their engagement in December 2024. Gomez reposted Swift's story with the caption, 'Love you, Tay.' The album contains 14 tracks and includes collaborations with Charli XCX, Gracie Abrams, Julia Michaels, and Finneas. Blanco is credited with co-writing two of Gomez's past tracks, 'Kill Em With Kindness' and 'Single Soon.' Blanco praised Gomez and the album in a social media post: 'I may not b able to remember when we first met over 15 years ago but i do remember our first kiss… saying u r my rock is an understatement… I LOVE U !!!' Gomez posted: 'These songs represent our past, present and future… Thank you for pouring your unconditional love into creating this project with me.' During an interview on the Countdown To podcast, Gomez recalled attending a party at Swift's home, saying, 'Apparently, cool people don't show up to parties on time.' Blanco added, 'We're the first people at every single party when I go with you.' Blanco confirmed on Hot Ones that Gomez introduced him to Swift's music, saying, 'I wasn't like a true Swiftie until I was with [Gomez].' Originally reported by Vritti Johar on The post Taylor Swift Supports Selena Gomez's Album on Her Instagram Story appeared first on Mandatory.
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- Business
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Selena Gomez And Benny Blanco Buy $35 Million Beverly Hills Estate To Add To Their Splashy Property Portfolio
Benzinga and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below. As far as engagement presents go, a $35 million Beverly Hills estate takes some beating. That's the lavish gift Selena Gomez and music producer Benny Blanco bought themselves in the same month they announced they were due to be hitched. According to Gomez, 32, and Blanco, 36, announced their relationship news on Dec.11. They had just closed on a sprawling new seven-bedroom, 12-bathroom Spanish-style home they purchased on Dec.4. The home is tailor-made for the couple. The property comprises two lots on which sit the main residences and two guesthouses—one houses a studio and the other a home theater. Don't Miss: If there was a new fund backed by Jeff Bezos offering a ? CEO of Integris gathered a team of senior investment managers who have $34.22 billion in combined owned and managed assets in the West Coast — When Gomez and Blanco (whose real name is Benjamin Joseph Levin) started working on music together in 2015 — Blanco co-produced two songs on Gomez's 2015 album, Revival: 'Kill Em With Kindness' and 'Same Old Love' — Gomez had yet to reach the dizzying billionaire status that she now enjoys. According to multiple sources, Blanco has amassed a $50 million fortune, working with artists including Ed Sheeran, Katy Perry, Kesha, Rihanna, Ariana Grande, and Gomez's ex, Justin Bieber. According to Bloomberg, Gomez became a billionaire thanks to her cosmetics brand, Rare Beauty, which was founded in 2019. By 2024, Bloomberg had calculated she was worth $1.3 billion. The financial website's 'wealth calculation' took into account the following streams of income: 81% of her income was derived from Rare Beauty. According To Business of Fashion, as of March 2024, Rare Beauty was valued at approximately $2 billion. Its most successful product in 2023 — its $23 Soft Pinch Liquid Blush — earned $70 million alone. 5% came from music tours 2% came from album and single sales. Trending: Many don't know there are tax benefits when buying a unit as an investment — Acting: Gomez is both an actress and executive producer on Hulu's 'Only Murders In The Building,' for which she reportedly earns 'at least' $6 million per season. Real Estate: According to Gomez owns two properties in the Los Angeles area besides the home she recently purchased with her finacé. These include Tom Petty's former home in Encino, which she bought for $4.9 million in 2020. The 9,000-square-foot home contains a recording studio and a sunken performance space. She also owns a one-story home in Woodland Hills, which she purchased in 2017 for $1.8 million. The four-bedroom, four-bath, 3,500-square-foot property has been renovated and includes light-colored wood floors, luxury indoor and outdoor kitchens, and a backyard pool with a flagstone net worth comes mostly from his music. In 2019, Hipgnosis Songs Fund acquired a music catalog comprising 100% of Blanco's copyright ownership of 93 compositions, all released since 2015. In June 2023, Litmus Music acquired a 'portfolio of compositions' covering what it said were 'numerous multi-platinum hits and hundreds of songs'. Amongst the acquisitions were 30 No.1 Billboard singles and 11 Grammy nominations for Song of the Year, Album of the Year, Best R&B Song, and Producer of the Year. Neither Blanco nor his buyers gave any details on the dollar amounts paid for the two deals. However, shortly after the agreement with Hipgnosis, Blanco purchased a $9.2 million mansion from Tinder co-founder Sean Rad. Read Next: This Jeff Bezos-backed startup will allow you to . Commercial real estate has historically outperformed the stock market, and This article Selena Gomez And Benny Blanco Buy $35 Million Beverly Hills Estate To Add To Their Splashy Property Portfolio originally appeared on © 2025 Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.
Yahoo
14-02-2025
- Entertainment
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Selena Gomez References ‘Past' Failed Romances on New Song With Fiance Benny Blanco
Selena Gomez made a subtle reference to her former relationships in her and fiancé Benny Blanco's new song 'Scared of Loving You.' 'If I broke your heart / Would you take me back? / If I broke my arm / Would you sign my cast?' Gomez, 32, sang in the first verse of the track that dropped on Thursday, February 13. 'When I was young / I would love too fast / Hope I don't repeat my past.' Before finding love with Blanco, Gomez was romantically linked to several A-listers over the years. The singer dated Nick Jonas when they were both Disney Channel stars. She also had a short-lived romance with The Weeknd. Gomez was famously in an on-and-off relationship with Justin Bieber from 2011 to 2018. The pair called it quits for good months before Bieber wed wife Hailey Bieber. While Gomez admitted on her new song that she was nervous about making the same mistakes in her new romance, she shared that this time something felt different. Looking Back at All of Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco's Musical Collaborations 'Cause I'm not scared of loving you / I'm just scared of losing you,' Gomez sang on the ballad's chorus. 'I'm not scared of anyone / Or dying young / Or if you're gonna find somebody new / Because how could they love you as much as I do.' Gomez announced that she and Blanco, 36, were releasing an album together. 'I always trick you guys 🥰 my NEW album I Said I Love You First with my best friend @itsbennyblanco, is out on 3/21 🖤,' she wrote via Instagram alongside the album's artwork that featured the couple. 'Our first song, 'Scared of Loving You' is out now on all streaming platforms. Merchandise and signed products for the album are available for pre-order now. We can't wait to share this special project with you soon!' The post included a series of snaps of Gomez and Blanco. One photo — which also serves as the cover art for 'Scared of Loving You' — featured a glimpse from a keyhole peeping in on the pair as they sat on a bed together. An additional snap included another angle from the bed scene. Gomez's head is turned toward the camera as she remains in a tabletop position. Blanco, for his part, is staring lovingly at his fiancée. Blanco and Gomez confirmed they were dating in December 2023 after being friends for years. Before their relationship turned romantic, the pair collaborated in the studio on several hit songs including 'Same Old Love,' 'Kill Em With Kindness' and more. Benny Blanco 'Still Can't Believe' He's Engaged to Selena Gomez After Grand Proposal One year after they went public with their romance, the couple got engaged. 'Forever begins now,' Gomez captioned a December 2024 Instagram post, that showed off her engagement ring. Blanco celebrated the milestone moment, writing in the comments section, 'Hey wait… that's my wife.' Last month, Blanco and Gomez hinted they were working on a project together. When asked by a fan to 'make some new songs for our queen' on social media, the record producer created a TikTok that featured Gomez adjusting a microphone as she sat on a couch. In the video, she smiled as Blanco approached and playfully said, 'Hi.'
