Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco wed in Santa Barbara in Ralph Lauren wedding dress

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco officially tied the knot Saturday in Santa Barbara, Calif., in a ceremony reported to have taken place at Sea Crest Nursery on the cliffs above the Santa Barbara Channel. The bride wore a backless halter gown by Ralph Lauren, a romantic look that featured delicate folds and what Vogue described as lace detailing at the neck. Gomez wore her hair in short Hollywood-glam curls and paired the dress with diamond earrings and a small bouquet of white flowers as the couple exchanged vows in front of about 170 family and friends. The groom wore a traditional tuxedo with a retro flair, complementing Gomez’s gown as both spouses were dressed by Ralph Lauren.

The venue, described by Vogue as Sea Crest Nursery, provided a cliffside backdrop for the celebration, with guests arriving discreetly in keeping with the couple’s privacy wishes. Security was tightened to protect the event, which included food, dancing and a celebration with close friends from the entertainment industry.

Blanco wore a classic black tuxedo with a bowtie and a retro-flavored shirt, aligning with the couple’s coordinated Ralph Lauren styling. The evening foregrounded a festive atmosphere with a blend of intimate moments and star-studded appearances.

The week leading to the ceremony included Gomez’s and Blanco’s respective pre-wedding celebrations. Gomez had a Cabo San Lucas bachelorette party in August with close friends, while Blanco hosted a Las Vegas bachelor party in a high-end villa. The couple publicly accelerated their relationship in December 2024 when Gomez announced their engagement with a post captioned “forever begins now,” and Blanco responded with a playful “hey wait… that’s my wife.” The couple subsequently announced plans for a joint album and other life milestones, including the purchase of a Beverly Hills mansion reported around the same time.

Since going public with their relationship, Gomez and Blanco have described their bond as deeply supportive, with both noting the ease of collaborating artistically and personally. In interviews and social posts, Gomez has described Blanco as a key creative partner, while Blanco has spoken about their shared goals, including family plans. The two also released a joint album in March, signaling a continued professional and personal collaboration beyond marriage.

The guest list for the Santa Barbara ceremony read like a who’s who of Gomez’s friends and collaborators. Taylor Swift, who attended with fiancé Travis Kelce, joined Gomez’s co-stars from Only Murders in the Building, including Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Paul Rudd. Paris Hilton was also among the high-profile attendees, underscoring the star-studded nature of the weekend. Reports indicated that Meryl Streep, who had been rumored to attend, did not participate, and some close friends such as Nicola Peltz and Brooklyn Beckham reportedly were not in attendance, fueling rumors of scheduling conflicts or other commitments rather than any falling out.

Preparation for the ceremony included a tightly organized schedule for the guests, with private transport to the venue and limited access to personal devices in an effort to preserve the moment for the couple and their closest circle. Friends and family shared glimpses of the weekend on social media, capturing the mood of intimate joy amid the pageantry of a high-profile celebrity wedding.

Gomez, who has spoken in the past about her health and family planning, suggested a desire to start a family with Blanco in the future. Blanco has echoed similar sentiments, describing family goals in interviews and public appearances. The couple’s marriage marks another milestone in Gomez’s continuing evolution as a global pop culture figure and as the founder of Rare Beauty, while Blanco continues his work as a producer and collaborator in the music industry. The star-studded ceremony and the public fascination around their relationship reflect the broader public interest in Gomez’s personal life as much as in her artistic work.