Selena Gomez has opened up about her boyfriend, Benny Blanco, being featured in People Magazine’s 2024 Sexiest Man Alive issue.
The Wolves singer, 32, recently seen enjoying Black Friday shopping with her 11-year-old sister Gracie in Los Angeles, shared how ‘proud’ she feels of the 36-year-old record producer during an interview set to air on CBS Sunday Morning.
In a brief teaser clip shared on X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday, the interviewer highlighted Blanco’s inclusion in the iconic issue, sparking Selena’s heartfelt response.
With a bright and joyful smile, Selena Gomez proudly shared, “Yeah, that’s my man!” when discussing Benny Blanco’s feature in People Magazine’s 2024 Sexiest Man Alive issue. She went on to recall her initial reaction when she first heard about it, calling it “very charming.”
Selena expressed her deep admiration for Benny, saying, “I am beyond proud to know that there is someone in the world that deeply cares about every tiny detail about who I am.” Her words reflected not just her pride but also the emotional depth of their connection, showcasing a bond based on genuine care and love. It’s clear that for her, this is more than just a public accolade—it’s a meaningful acknowledgment of their relationship.
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Selena continued, ‘And have someone support me, encourage me, inspire me and motivate me. It brings me a joy.’
‘And more than anything he’s just my best friend. And I’m really, really lucky so…,’ the actress concluded with another small smile.
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In an interview for the special issue, Benny Blanco opened up about his relationship with Selena Gomez, sharing intimate details about their mornings together. Benny, who has been in a relationship with the Only Murders In The Building star for nearly a year (with the romance initially confirmed in December of the previous year), revealed that he is a “real morning person” and cherishes their quiet time together. “It’s my favorite time to spend with Sel because we both wake up really early. It’s like our moment before the rest of the world wakes up,” he explained.
He also sweetly referred to Selena as his “best friend” and added, “Every day is the best day of my life.” When asked about relationships, Benny emphasized that there should be no “games,” sharing that he still goes “all out for every date,” highlighting the genuine and thoughtful nature of his commitment to Selena.
Benny Blanco shared his approach to relationships and dating in his interview for People’s 2024 Sexiest Man Alive issue, offering a glimpse into his sweet and thoughtful dynamic with Selena Gomez.
He emphasized that romance doesn’t have to be extravagant or costly: “It doesn’t mean spending your entire bank account. It means being attentive and listening.” He believes that being present and considerate is key to any relationship.
When discussing the perfect first date, Benny revealed his secret to making a memorable impression: “It’s got to be something insane because you want to leave an impression. The person’s going to be going out on a bunch of first dates, and you got to secure your spot.” For him, the goal is to offer an experience where time flies, saying, “If we can just sit back and forget everything for an hour to four hours — if it’s a good date, five — then things are good.”
He also acknowledged that both he and Selena are romantics at heart, sharing how they go all out for each other. He fondly recalled a memorable date when Selena rented out an entire botanical garden just for him, highlighting her romantic gestures. “She’s good at gifting,” Benny said, also noting that they enjoy simpler moments, like grabbing fast food together.
Benny believes the key to a successful date is listening. “The No. 1 thing you need to do on a date is just listen to what the person’s saying. Don’t talk about yourself the whole time. No one cares.” When it comes to gifts, Benny loves to do something unique, often giving handmade presents that add a personal touch to his gestures.
Benny Blanco shared more about his relationship with Selena Gomez, offering insight into their sweet and personal dynamic. He described a special gesture that could make any date memorable: “Let’s say you had the best night at Six Flags and it was your first date. Keep that ticket and then frame it and give it to them on their birthday and be like, ‘Oh, this was our first date.’ Simple little gestures go a long way.” It’s clear that for Benny, thoughtful and sentimental acts are key in showing love and appreciation.
Selena, in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, opened up about her relationship with Benny, expressing how safe and secure she feels. “This is the safest I’ve ever felt in [a relationship], and I see a future with this person,” she shared. She also acknowledged how keeping some aspects of their romance private has allowed them to avoid the public spotlight, saying, “When you put a little bit out there, people are not as hungry to hunt you down.”
Earlier this month, Benny also discussed their “crazy” first date during an appearance on Kai Cenat’s Twitch stream. “She asked me out. It was crazy, it was crazy. She literally asked me… like we were just talking, and then she said, ‘You wanna get dinner?’ And I went to the dinner, and I had no idea,” Benny recalled. Despite the spontaneity of the evening, Benny revealed that he wasn’t nervous because he and Selena have been friends for over a decade. “We’ve been friends for like 10 years plus, maybe 15. I met her when she was like a friend. I met her when she was so much younger,” he shared, further underscoring the strong foundation of friendship that has shaped their romantic relationship.
Benny Blanco shared a humorous and heartfelt story about his first date with Selena Gomez, revealing how it all started with a casual hangout that turned into something more. “We’re close in age, but like we were just talking, and then she was like, ‘Oh, let’s go get dinner tomorrow.’ And I was like, ‘I’m going to this thing with my friends, why don’t you come hang out with me first, then we’ll go link for dinner?’” Benny recalled.
The music producer went on to explain that he didn’t even realize they were on a date at first: “So we just went and got a drink first, and I didn’t even realize we were on a date.” It was only after Selena jokingly said, “I would’ve worn something different to this date,” that Benny realized the night had been a date all along. “Wait, what? We’re on a date? I had no idea. No idea we were on a date.”
Despite the confusion, Benny was clearly smitten, recalling how they continued to see each other after their first date. “She left early because she had to go somewhere to film a video the next day, and then we hung out like two days later, and then I was like, ‘Yo, I think she likes me.’” The romance quickly blossomed, with Benny laughing, “And then I literally just kissed her, and the rest is history. I literally just kissed her.”
Now, Benny speaks with admiration and affection about Selena, describing her as his “best friend” and expressing how special every moment together feels. “Every day together, like as many days as we can, every day. She’s my best friend. Actual best friend.”
Meanwhile, Selena has been keeping busy with her professional endeavors. Recently, she promoted her latest film Emilia Perez, which premiered on Netflix on November 13. To prepare for her role as Jessie, a cartel leader’s wife, Selena took Spanish lessons for six months to authentically portray the character.