Selena Gomez has recently disclosed an exciting detail about her upcoming wedding to her fiancé, Benny Blanco. During an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on September 9, the 33-year-old singer and actress revealed who will be the ring bearer at their nuptials. Alongside her co-stars Martin Short and Steve Martin from “Only Murders in the Building,” Gomez shared her enthusiasm for the wedding planning process, expressing, “It’s wonderful, I’m very lucky. It’s going well, I’m so excited.”
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As the trio discussed the wedding arrangements, the topic shifted to the involvement of Short and Martin in the ceremony. Gomez confirmed their invitation to the wedding, with Short humorously mentioning that he will be the ring bearer. Short playfully demonstrated how he would present the ring to Gomez, evoking laughter from the audience with his Golem-style voice reminiscent of the character from “The Lord of the Rings.” The exchange was met with joy and anticipation from all present.
Short’s role as the ring bearer was confirmed following his heartfelt comments about Gomez and Blanco’s relationship on the Good Hang with Amy Poehler podcast. Expressing his admiration for the couple, Short praised Blanco as a fabulous and funny guy, emphasizing his happiness for Gomez’s forthcoming marriage. The actress and singer’s inner circle seems to be eagerly anticipating the wedding, with Taylor Swift jokingly volunteering to be the flower girl in a playful Instagram comment.
The engagement announcement between Gomez and Blanco last December sparked excitement among their friends and colleagues. Ed Sheeran revealed during Vanity Fair’s “Lie Detector Test” in May that he had received an invitation to the wedding. Additionally, Gomez’s former Wizards of Waverly Place co-star David Henrie expressed his intention to attend the ceremony, with Nicky Hilton confirming her sister Paris Hilton’s presence at the event during the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards.
Gomez and Blanco’s relationship blossomed publicly in December 2023, following their collaboration on the song “I Can’t Get Enough” in 2019. The couple recently celebrated their respective bachelor and bachelorette parties, with Gomez enjoying a trip to Cabo. The buzz surrounding the wedding continues to grow, as fans and well-wishers eagerly await further details about the ceremony and celebrations to come.
As preparations for the wedding progress, Gomez’s charm and warmth have shone through, captivating fans and colleagues alike. The bond shared by Gomez and Blanco is evident in the joy and anticipation surrounding their union. With a star-studded guest list and a talented ring bearer in tow, Gomez and Blanco’s wedding promises to be a memorable and special occasion for all involved. Stay tuned for more updates on this enchanting love story as it unfolds.