Selena Gomez Flaunts Full Public PDA With Beau Benny Blanco [PHOTOS]
By Afouda Bamidele on December 13, 2023 at 2:44 PM EST
Selena Gomez gets cuddly with her new boyfriend, Benny Blanco, in a new adorable picture!
The Disney alum and her beau have been causing a stir since debuting their relationship on social media. Although some Selenators did not approve of their romance, the lovebirds continue to flaunt their happiness in cute posts, with the latest capturing the pair in a sweet PDA moment.
Selena Gomez Is All Smiles As BF Benny Blanco Smothers Her In A Bear Hug
Gomez recently updated her social media page with a heartwarming couple's picture. The black-and-white snap captured the "Same Old Love" hitmaker smiling brightly with one perfectly manicured hand wrapped around Blanco's shoulder.
The music producer was hidden from the camera with his face buried in his girlfriend's embrace. Blanco smothered Gomez in a bear hug, holding her tightly as the pair showed off their close bond by wearing what appeared to be matching floral pajama trousers.
The touching Instagram Story moment comes days after the singer's boyfriend supported her. The beloved entertainer dropped a carousel of images capturing various scenes, including products from her Rare Beauty line, pictures from a photoshoot, and even a cute moment with fans outside her car
Gomez captioned these images with an announcement, writing: "To more moments like theseā¦ Can't wait to show you guys what we've been working on!" Although she did not share further details about her plans, the post garnered numerous likes and comments, with her new man hopping on the supportive train.
To his critics ' dismay, Blanco shared a smiling face with heart-shaped eyes emoji, proudly doting on his girlfriend. When the couple went Instagram official, some Selenators called out Gomez for choosing the Friends Keep Secrets label founder as her new boyfriend.
However, the 31-year-old clapped back at haters and warned them to leave her new beau alone. "Then why has he been the best thing that ever happened to me. The end," Gomez fired back at a critic. "Lol, yeah, and he's still better than anyone I've ever been with. Facts," she responded to another before penning a lengthy retort that read:
"I don't understand. If you actually care about me. This is my happiest. If you don't, feel free to say whatever you want. But I will never allow your words to guide my life. Ever. I'm done. If you can't accept me at my happiest, then don't be in [my] life at all."
After defending her lover, Gomez proved the criticisms did not affect her blossoming new relationship by sharing a flirty picture of herself and Blanco. In the Instagram Story update, the singer rested on her man's shoulders with a sweet smile. However, the record producer's expression could not be seen, with most of his face cropped out of the picture.
Selena Gomez Shows Off 'B' Ring On Her Wedding Finger
Gomez has repeatedly flaunted her love since making waves for her romance with Blanco. In one of her Instagram Story moments, she sent fans speculating the seriousness of her relationship by sharing a diamond ring on her wedding finger.
The accessory featured the letter B, seemingly representing her boyfriend's name. Its design consisted of a serpent-style band coiled perfectly around the "People You Know" singer's ring finger, with a little diamond stone occupying the lower section.
Gomez's followers were shocked by the B ring, with many wondering if the jewelry signified a deeper bond with Blanco. While it remains uncertain if this accessory will lead the couple down the aisle, it marked a significant improvement in the duo's love story compared to the singer's exes.
Before meeting Blanco, the "Wizards of Waverly Place" actress dated famous faces in the industry, including The Weeknd, Zedd, Nick Jonas, and Justin Bieber. Like her ex-boyfriends, her new beau has created a name for himself in the music industry.
The award-winning producer, whose real name is Benjamin Joseph Levin, was born in Reston, Vancouver, in March 1988. Before becoming the successful star he is today, Blanco's past saw him sleeping on couches and hopping on calls with label owners pretending to be Jay-Z's lawyer.
As for his romance with Gomez, the duo met through their passion for music and have worked together on various projects, including the 2019 track "I Can't Get Enough" with J Balvin and Tainy. Additionally, Blanco has co-written a few of his girlfriend's songs, like "Same Old Love" and "Kill Em With Kindness."