Selena Gomez recently addressed negative comments about her relationship with producer Benny Blanco, a shift from her past high-profile relationships. The singer publicly confirmed her new romance in a response to a post on the celebrity gossip page Pop Factions.
In the post from Pop Factions, Gomez, 31, affirmed her relationship with Blanco, known for co-writing “Love Yourself,” by commenting “facts” on a Pop Factions post and sharing pictures with him on Instagram Stories.
In contrast to her past relationships, including with Justin Bieber, the original performer of “Love Yourself.” Bieber, who is now married to Hailey Bieber, was previously thought to be good friends with Blanco. The new relationship dynamic has sparked comparisons between Blanco and Gomez’s exes, which Gomez addressed directly. She praised Blanco in her comments, stating he is “better than anyone I’ve ever been with,” though she later removed these comments.
Gomez’s Professional and Personal Connection with Blanco
Gomez also made a strong statement about her independence and decision-making in relationships, declaring, “I’m not going to be with a f—boy ever again,” and emphasizing her refusal to let others dictate her choices. Her past relationships include notable figures like Justin Bieber, The Weeknd, Taylor Lautner, and Nick Jonas. Further highlighting her autonomy, she wrote, “I will never allow your words to guide my life. If you can’t accept me at my happiest then don’t be in [my] life at all.”
Blanco, 35, is not just a new figure in Gomez’s personal life; they have a professional history as well. He produced Gomez’s first reggaeton song four years ago, featuring J Balvin. The couple has been dating for six months, and while the details of how their relationship started are still unclear, Gomez is expected to share more insights on her Instagram Stories in the coming weeks.
