Selena Gomez announces engagement to Benny Blanco after months of privacy

Selena Gomez has confirmed her engagement to music producer Benny Blanco, sharing the news on Instagram. Although the engagement occurred in August, the couple chose to keep it private until now, reportedly due to Gomez's past with ex-boyfriend Justin Bieber. Sources indicate that Gomez wanted to avoid any connection between her engagement and Bieber's recent life events, including the birth of his child. She was concerned that the announcement could be perceived as an attempt to overshadow Bieber's news. Gomez and Blanco, who have worked together for nearly a decade, began dating in June 2023. Gomez expressed confidence in her relationship, stating it is the safest she has ever felt.