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Selena Gomez hints at weekend wedding with Benny Blanco as Montecito ceremony looms

Gomez's Rare Instagram post about makeup fuels speculation; TMZ says wedding could take place this weekend at a private Montecito residence with Paris Hilton and Martin Short among the guests.

Culture & Entertainment 4 months ago
Selena Gomez hints at weekend wedding with Benny Blanco as Montecito ceremony looms

Selena Gomez has intensified wedding speculation by posting a discreet clue on her Rare Instagram page that she may be marrying Benny Blanco this weekend. The post features a table of Rare makeup on display, a phone playing Cardi B's 'Pick It Up' featuring Gomez, a pair of black sunglasses and a silver purse, with the overlay text 'Me all weekend.' TMZ reported later that Gomez is expected to wed this weekend, and a gift from PETA had already arrived at a location tied to the event.

According to TMZ, the ceremony is set to take place in Montecito, California, at a private residence rather than a hotel, with tighter security planned. Paris Hilton and Martin Short are expected to attend; Nicky Hilton told Access Hollywood Paris is among the famous faces on the guest list. There has been no confirmation about Taylor Swift's attendance.

Gomez and Blanco have been dating since late 2023, and their engagement was announced about a year ago. The couple appeared together on The Tonight Show in March to promote their joint project, featuring Gomez discussing wedding plans. On the program, Martin Short teased that he might serve as ringbearer, and Gomez recalled how the moment nearly fell apart when she almost derailed the proposal during a morning shoot. The segment also underscored the close circle surrounding the couple, including Steve Martin and other collaborators.

Blanco proposed with a ring valued at roughly $1 million, and the pair has described their upcoming union as a joyful next step. They publicly acknowledged their engagement in December 2023 and have kept the pace of their plans steady in the months since. Their joint appearance on television earlier this year provided the public with a rare glimpse of a couple balancing high-profile careers and a private life they seek to protect.

TMZ has continued to provide updates, saying the ceremony is likely to occur later this month. The outlet also noted that the couple would not wed at a hotel but at a private residence, a choice that would support tighter security and closer access for a smaller group of guests. The timeline is not confirmed by Gomez or Blanco, and representatives have not commented publicly.

As fans await official confirmation, the scale and attendance of the Montecito ceremony remain a topic of speculation. Paris Hilton's presence has been repeatedly cited by sources close to the planning, while Swift's attendance remains unconfirmed. The broader context of Gomez's relationship with Blanco and their collaborative work has fueled sustained interest in the event, reflecting the couple's high public profile in music and acting.


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