Selena Gomez Allegedly Delayed Engagement News In Order Not To 'One-Up' Ex Justin Bieber's Baby News

Selena Gomez recently confirmed her engagement to Benny Blanco on Instagram, showcasing her marquise-cut diamond ring.

Despite announcing it now, a source revealed they got engaged in August but kept it private to avoid overshadowing news of her ex-boyfriend Justin Bieber's first child.

The newly engaged couple's love story spans over a decade, with Benny Blanco producing some of Selena Gomez's hit songs.

Selena Gomez recently took to Instagram to announce her engagement to Benny Blanco.

However, according to the Daily Mail, Blanco proposed in August. The couple allegedly chose to keep their engagement a secret because the Rare Beauty founder was determined not to let the announcement coincide with the news that her ex-boyfriend, Bieber, had become a father.

"They became engaged in August and Selena didn't want her engagement to be tied to Bieber in any way," the insider shared. "They knew it would."

The source explained that Gomez was wary of public speculation, saying, "Selena knew that there would be stories accusing her of getting engaged to turn attention away from Justin's baby, or that people would claim that she did this to one-up him."

Despite the secrecy, rumors of their engagement surfaced in August when Gomez posted a selfie with a heart emoji strategically placed over her ring finger, sparking speculation among fans.

Taking to Instagram, Gomez delighted her 422 million followers on Wednesday by announcing her engagement to Blanco with a series of photos, where she proudly displayed a stunning marquise-cut diamond ring.

In her caption, she wrote, "Forever begins now." One of the pictures captured Gomez in Blanco's arms, radiating joy, while another showcased the moment she revealed the news to a loved one via video call.

In the clip, she beamed while holding up her ring, saying, "I said yes to this." The call recipient couldn't contain their excitement, exclaiming, "Oh my God, it's so beautiful!"

The announcement drew an outpouring of love from fans and celebrity friends alike.

Actress Jennifer Aniston celebrated by commenting, "HONEY!! Congratulations, sweet mama," while her best friend, Taylor Swift, wrote, "Yes, I will be the flower girl."

Gomez and Blanco's love story began long before their romance blossomed, with the two sharing a decade-long history of working together.

Their professional partnership included Blanco producing Gomez's 2015 hits "Same Old Love" and "Kill' Em With Kindness," their 2017 track "Trust Nobody" with Cashmere Cat, and the 2019 single "I Can't Get Enough" with J Balvin and Tainy.

In August 2023, Blanco produced Gomez's single "Single Soon."

Their romantic journey began in June 2023, and by December, the pair went public. In a heartfelt Instagram post, the "Only Murders in the Building" actress declared Blanco her "absolute everything."

While promoting "Single Soon" on Sirius XM, Gomez also shared her vision of an ideal partner, emphasizing kindness, humor, and a genuine connection.

"You gotta be cool, man. Not cool in the sense that people think you're cool. You just gotta be nice and like, please make me laugh and also just be good to my family and people around you," she said.

In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Gomez opened up about her romance with Blanco, describing it as the "safest" relationship she has ever experienced.

"This is the safest I've ever felt in a relationship, and I see a future with this person," the singer shared.

Meanwhile, Blanco recently appeared on Kai Cenat's Twitch stream and revealed that Gomez initiated their relationship.

"She asked me out. It was crazy," Blanco recounted. "We were just talking, and then she said, 'You wanna get dinner?' I went to the dinner, and I had no idea."

Blanco also shared that he wasn't nervous about the first date due to their pre-existing personal and professional connection.

Blanco recently shared that the quiet morning hours are his favorite time with Gomez. He noted that they prioritize starting their day together despite their hectic schedules.

"I'm a real morning person. It's my favorite time to spend with Sel because we both wake up really early," he revealed. "We're usually having breakfast by 6:15. It's our time before the world wakes up."

Despite some days when he'd love to sleep in, Blanco admits he's typically up before the sun rises.

"I get sleepy at nighttime. I'm like an old man. I want to go to bed early. I want to lay down. I want to be horizontal as quickly as possible throughout the day," he joked. "I still wake up at 6 no matter what time [I go to bed]. I go to bed at 5:30 [a.m.] and I'm up at 6:15.'"