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Benny Blanco Says He and Selena Gomez Dated Privately for Eight to Nine Months

He says Gomez gave him an out before they went public; Blanco also previewed a Spanish‑language album and a forthcoming book.

Overview

  • In a Wednesday interview with El País, Blanco said he and Gomez dated privately for about eight to nine months and that Gomez asked if he wanted to step back before they announced the relationship.
  • The couple first went public in late 2023 and later married on Sept. 27, 2025, milestones Blanco cited to explain why they kept the early months private.
  • Blanco said he values privacy and uses social media mainly for his work, saying famous people face constant scrutiny that makes him selective about sharing personal details.
  • He confirmed the upcoming Spanish‑language album Hermoso is due Aug. 14 and said a book titled F–k Failure arrives Sept. 15, and publications report Gomez as a rumored but unconfirmed guest on the album.
  • Blanco framed the choices to date quietly and to limit online exposure as shaped by his long friendship with Gomez and his background as a behind‑the‑scenes producer, a shift that may focus public attention on his new artistic projects.