Kathmandu: Selena Gomez has announced her engagement to songwriter Benny Blanco, sharing the exciting news on Instagram with a picture of her sparkling engagement ring. The actress and singer captioned the post, “forever begins now,” confirming her commitment to Blanco, with whom she has been in a relationship since last year.

The couple, known for collaborating on hits like I Can’t Get Enough (2019) and Single Soon (2023), received an outpouring of congratulations from famous friends. Among those celebrating the news were pop star Taylor Swift, who commented, “Yes I will be the flower girl,” and rapper Cardi B, as well as actresses Gwyneth Paltrow, Jennifer Aniston, and singer Lil Nas X.

In an Instagram Story shared with her 423 million followers, Gomez also posted a video revealing her engagement ring to loved ones, prompting joyous reactions on the other end of the phone.

Blanco, who has worked with artists like Rihanna, Justin Bieber, and Calvin Harris, previously spoke of his admiration for Gomez on The Drew Barrymore Show. “She’s one of the sweetest, most charming, and humble people I’ve ever met,” he said, describing their relationship as “completely real.”

Gomez, who recently joined the billionaire ranks with a $1.3 billion fortune, is also celebrating career successes, including two Golden Globe nominations this week. She was nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Emilia Pérez and Best Actress in a TV Series for Only Murders in the Building.

Source: BBC