Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco have taken their rumored romance public by packing on the PDA during a date night out in Los Angeles on January 3rd. The pop singer and music producer cozied up while watching the LA Lakers take on the Miami Heat at Crypto.com Arena.
Romantic Courtside Appearance
Gomez, 31, and Blanco, 35, snuggled together in the stands, hugged, held hands and shared laughter and whispers as they took in the game. At one point, Blanco was spotted affectionately kissing Gomez on the check.
The couple showed off their unique styles, with Gomez sporting an oversized gray suit jacket over a black bralette paired with metallic silver Balenciaga boots. Blanco went with a casual Misbhv Intergalactic varsity jacket worth $975.
Fans went wild on social media over the first public outing for the new Hollywood power couple. Many commented that they hope Gomez has found her true love with Blanco after her high-profile past relationships with Justin Bieber, The Weeknd and Niall Horan.
Selena Gomez's Outfit
- Oversized gray suit jacket
- Black bralette
- Metallic silver Balenciaga boots
Benny Blanco's Outfit
- Misbhv Intergalactic varsity jacket - $975
Budding Romance
Rumors of a romance first sparked when Gomez, 31, and Blanco, 35 collaborated on the emotional single “I Can’t Get Over You” which was featured on Blanco’s 2022 album Emotions.
In December, Gomez fueled the dating speculation by posting cozy photos with Blanco where she referenced having “butterflies” in an Instagram caption.
The two songwriters then rang in 2023 together, sharing an intimate New Year’s Eve kiss at midnight in Times Square.
Gomez and Blanco finally confirmed they are an item with their PDA display at the Lakers game in Los Angeles. Sources said they looked blissfully in love while snapping selfies and walking hand-in-hand through the arena corridors.
Relationship Timeline:
October 2022: Selena and Benny collaborate on emotional duet
December 2022: Flirty Instagram posts suggesting romance
December 31, 2022: Spotted kissing in Times Square at midnight
January 3, 2023: Pack on PDA at LA Lakers basketball game
What’s Next For The Hot New Couple?
The future looks bright for one of young Hollywood’s hottest new pairings. There is already speculation that Gomez and Blanco may get engaged this year.
Close friends like Taylor Swift are said to approve of the match. Swift may even have played matchmaker, introducing the two singers during studio sessions last Fall.
Musically, Gomez and Blanco seamlessly blend styles and vocals to create musical magic together. Many critics praised the raw emotion in their duet “I Can’t Get Over You”. More musical collaborations between the talented and now romantically involved artists are likely on the horizon.
On the personal front, with Gomez announcing in 2023 that she is taking a break from acting to focus on mental health, observers expect her blossoming relationship with Blanco will take center stage going forward. The stars certainly act like two young people crazy for each other.
The couple’s next big appearance on the public stage will come at the Grammy Awards on February 5th where Gomez is nominated for Best Pop Vocal Album. Might this be where Gomez and Blanco make their red carpet couple debut?
Regardless, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco look headed together towards a joyful and harmonious future – both romantically and musically!
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