Selena Gomez Reveals If Benny Blanco Has Surprised Her in Marriage

Selena Gomez Has 2 Words About Future Family Plans With Benny BlancoA year into marriage, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco have nothing but their same old love. The Only Murders in the Building actress reflected on what she’s learned about her husband shortly after celebrating their first wedding anniversary Sept. 27—and she’s happy that it ain’t much. “We know everything,” Gomez quipped to E! News in an exclusive interview at the fourth annual Rare Impact Fund Benefit in Los Angeles on Oct. 14. “At this point, we do.” And even without surprises, who says the love between the singer and Blanco is anything but perfect? “He called me this morning after he left the house—five minutes later and he just said, ‘You’re really changing people and I’m so proud of you and I love you,” Gomez mused of the constant admiration she receives from the record producer. “And that was the little support that I needed today because tonight, I want it to be about the cause and the mission but just to even hear that was the perfect amount of support.” Indeed, it was all the Wizards of Waverly Place alum needed to be ready to come and get even more support for her youth mental health initiative.“I actually made the joke that I feel more nervous about this than my own wedding,” Gomez admitted. “We’re changing people’s lives here and to be able to witness it and see it and know that with all of our partners and all the people we are able to help, it gives me goosebumps.” As she put it, “It doesn’t feel real, and I’m so grateful we can do that with the Rare Impact Fund.” While Gomez has achieved so much in her career, she admitted it took her a long time for her to believe she wouldn’t want to be anybody else—and the message she’s sending with the Rare Impact Fund is exactly the one her younger self needed to hear. Amy Sussman/Getty Images for Rare Beauty“You are enough,” she said. “More than enough. And I think somebody maybe needs to hear that.” Through her Rare initiative, the 34-year-old has emphasized that everyone needs tools to love their life like a love song. Getty Images for Rare Beauty"I've learned so much about the complexities of being a woman from my mental health to physically being OK, and also just wanting to make sure that all around I feel healthy," Gomez told E! News last year. "And I just want people to know that everything isn't a highlight reel. Life is very complex and different.” In addition to her self work, Gomez’s marriage to Blanco has certainly been good for her. Keep reading for why she simply can’t keep her love for him to herself… —Reporting by Lauren HerbertKevin Winter/WireImage / Stefanie Keenan/Getty Images for Rare Impact FundBlossoming RomanceSelena Gomez and Benny Blanco began dating in July 2023, around Selena's birthday, Benny said on the Howard Stern Show in May 2024. But they only began to spark romance rumors in late 2023. That December, Selena confirmed the speculation, commenting on a fan page's Instagram post, regarding Benny, "He is my absolute everything in my heart." She continued, "Why has he been the best thing that's ever happened to me. He's still better than anyone I've ever been with." The Rare Beauty founder also shared a photo on her Instagram Story of her leaning her head on what looked to be Benny's chest.Instagram/@selenagomezWith This Ring...Selena later shared this pic on her Instagram Stories, which shows her wearing a bejeweled "B" ring.Instagram/@selenagomezThat Kiss...including a pic of the two kissing. Instagram / Selena GomezQuality TimeAlso in December 2023, Selena shared several photos of herself hanging out in New York City with Benny and their friends.iInstagram, Selena GomezAppreciating ArtTwo days after Christmas 2023, Selena shared new pics of the couple at what appeared to be an art exhibit.Instagram / Selena GomezPDA AlertSelena posted this pic of herself and Benny one day before New Year's Eve 2023. Allen Berezovsky/Getty Images Slam Dunk Date NightThe pair attended the Los Angeles Lakers' home game against the Miami Heat in January 2024.Instagram/Selena GomezCan't Keep Their Hands to ThemselvesThe couple packed on PDA in this February 2024 snapshot.Instagram / Selena GomezHappy Birthday BennySelena shared a tribute to her boyfriend on his 36th birthday in March 2024.Instagram / Selena GomezBirthday Tribute"Happy birthday baby!" Selena wrote on her Instagram. "Your emotional endurance, positive disposition, unbelievable talent (that blows me away), undeniable humor and loving, kind heart absolutely kill me. I love you @itsbennyblanco."Instagram / Selena GomezPDA AlertSelena included this kissing pic in her birthday tribute to Benny.Instagram / Selena GomezNaughty PDA Alert...and these couple's pics as well.Instagram/Selena GomezOpen BookSelena celebrated the release of Benny's Open Wide in April 2024, captioning photos of the pair enjoying a cake shaped like his cookbook, "So proud."Instagram / Selena GomezHappy Fourth of JulySelena shared this pic of the two on Independence Day 2024.TikTok / Selena GomezWho Said "I Love You" First?In July 2024, just ahead of their first dating anniversary, the two answered a viral "Who's Most Likely To" TikTok challenge, during which they were asked who was the first to say "I love you" to the other person. The answer? Selena.InstagramGetting CozySelena and Benny cuddled up in cute photos in July 2024 following her 32nd birthday.InstagramNight AdventuresThe actress captioned a gallery of summer photos, "Thank you for sharing your life with me today and everyday."InstagramBeach BabesThe musicians soaked up the sun together on lounge chairs.InstagramDinner DateSelena shared a silly pic of the two enjoying a bite.InstagramSummer of LoveThey're just loving each other like a love song, baby.InstagramIncognitoThe two were bundled up with masks on during one of their outings.InstagramPucker Up!In another snap, Selena wore Benny's beanie as they pursed their lips for the camera.InstagramNot Single SoonThe "Eastside" artist gave Selena a kiss on the cheek in a sweet summer snap in July 2024.InstagramGood for YouHe wrapped his arms around her in another adorable Instagram pic.Instagram / Selena GomezShe Said Yes!"Forever begins now," Selena wrote in December 2024, while revealing their engagement. Benny quipped in the comments, "hey wait… that’s my wife."Michael Buckner/GG2025/Penske Media via Getty ImagesGolden CoupleThe couple enjoyed a date night at the 2025 Golden Globes.David Fisher / ShutterstockRed Carpet DebutBenny and Selena made their first joint red carpet appearance at the 2025 Emmys.Benny Blanco/InstagramTying the KnotThe pair got married in Santa Barbara, Calif., on Sept. 27, 2025, with guests including Taylor Swift, Martin Short, Steve Martin and Paul Rudd.Selena Gomez/InstagramDay of ThanksThe Only Murders in the Building star and music producer cozied up together for their first Thanksgiving together as a married couple, two months after tying the knot.For the latest breaking news updates, click here to download the E! News App