Singer and actress Selena Gomez recently announced that she and singer and music producer Benny Blanco are engaged after more than a year of dating.
The “Only Murders In The Building” star shared a photo of her diamond ring and the moment Benny hugged and kissed her on Instagram.
Selena wrote: “Forever starts now.” Benny commented: “Hey wait… that’s my wife,” confirming that the two were headed for marriage.
This news received many blessings from artists, celebrities and fans. Some artists expressed joy for Selena's happiness such as Jennifer Aniston, Ashley Benson, Mariska Hargitay, Lil Nas X, Cardi B, Lily Collins...
Notably, singer-songwriter Taylor Swift - Selena Gomez's longtime best friend - left a comment: "Yes, I will be the girl who scatters flowers."
Taylor Swift has expressed her support for the couple's relationship, revealing the role she wants to take on at her best friend's wedding, that of "flower girl" - a position usually given to young girls.
Taylor Swift has been friends with Selena Gomez since they both dated the Jonas Brothers in 2008 (Taylor dated Joe Jonas, while Selena dated Nick Jonas). Their 16-year friendship is well-known in the European and American entertainment industry.
Last December, after publicly dating Benny Blanco, Selena Gomez attended Taylor Swift's birthday party with her boyfriend.
When Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco announced the good news, fans also looked forward to the future of Taylor Swift and her boyfriend, football player Travis Kelce.