The world of pop culture was set alight on Saturday, September 27, 2025, as beloved artist and actress Selena Gomez officially tied the knot with music producer Benny Blanco (born Benjamin Levin) in a lavish, yet intimate, ceremony in California.
The wedding, rumored for months, took place at a highly secured private estate in the picturesque Santa Barbara area, following a weekend of A-list arrivals at the exclusive El Encanto Hotel. The 33-year-old bride and her 37-year-old groom, who announced their engagement in late 2024, shared the joyous news with fans via a simple, stunning Instagram post captioned: “🤍 9.27.25 🤍”.
The Bridal Look and High-Fashion Details
The bride, known for her evolving style, chose a truly ethereal and sophisticated look for her walk down the aisle.
- The Gown: Selena stunned in a custom Ralph Lauren wedding dress. The gown featured a striking white halter neckline that beautifully framed her shoulders, a structured bodice cinched at the waist, and a flowing skirt with delicate floral flourishes across the fabric. The look was completed with a dramatic open back.
- Accessories: Opting for a touch of Old Hollywood glamour, Gomez wore her chic, short bob hairstyle down and complemented her look with minimal diamond earrings and a small, elegant bouquet composed entirely of lily of the valley.
- The Groom’s Style: Benny Blanco matched his bride’s classic elegance in a perfectly tailored black Ralph Lauren tuxedo and a simple bow tie.
In one of the shared photos, a visibly emotional Benny Blanco affectionately responded to the post, confirming the union with the comment, “My wife in real life.”
A Star-Studded, Yet Secretive, Guest List
Keeping with the industry’s desire for privacy, the wedding logistics were kept entirely under wraps, with reports suggesting guests were transported to the unknown venue via private shuttles. Despite the secrecy, the guest list read like a who’s who of Hollywood and the music industry:
- The Bestie: Pop icon Taylor Swift, one of Gomez’s closest confidantes, was a confirmed attendee, fulfilling the wish she made when the couple announced their engagement to be the flower girl.
- The Co-Stars: Her Only Murders in the Building family was out in full force, with co-stars Steve Martin and Martin Short arriving for the festivities, with Short having previously joked that he would serve as the ring bearer.
- Other A-Listers: Confirmed guests included Paris Hilton, comedian Paul Rudd, and a host of music collaborators.
Personal Touches and Unconventional Plans
The ceremony was a reflection of the couple’s quirky, honest relationship, which they first confirmed in December 2023 after months of quietly dating.
- The Music Connection: The couple first met a decade ago and collaborated on the 2019 track “I Can’t Get Enough.” Their relationship has been marked by strong musical support, culminating in their joint album, I Said I Love You First… And You Said It Back, released earlier in 2025.
- The Menu: The couple had previously spoken about their desire for a “relaxed and meaningful” day, including their choice to skip a traditional multi-tiered wedding cake. Instead, they expressed a preference for down-home desserts, with Selena specifically requesting her Nana’s biscuits and gravy. Other unique culinary touches included challah bread and, for Blanco, an abundance of his favorite snack: pickles.
The Santa Barbara wedding marks a beautiful new chapter for the star, who gushed earlier this year that she “just has never really felt so sure about something,” perfectly capping a two-year romance built on friendship, collaboration, and a deep sense of mutual security. The “Bluest Flame” has officially found its forever.
