Benny Blanco has expressed his enthusiasm for fatherhood as he co-hosted an episode of ‘Today with Jenna & Sheinelle’ on September 15. The 38-year-old music producer opened up about his aspirations to start a family with his wife, renowned actress Selena Gomez, during a candid conversation with co-host Jenna Bush Hager.
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Blanco’s comments came in light of a heartfelt post from Gomez earlier in the month, where she shared a poignant photo of herself cradling a newborn. Alongside this image, the 34-year-old actress conveyed her hopes of one day becoming a mother, stating, “One day.. 🥹💭” on Instagram Stories. This simple yet impactful message has resonated with fans, who have followed her journey closely.
The couple, who married on September 27, 2025, have both expressed their eagerness to have children in the future. Gomez reflected on her dreams of motherhood in various interviews, revealing her deep affection for children. In a discussion last October, she celebrated her character Alex Russo from the ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ sequel, saying, “Alex Russo is a mommy 🥹,” indicating her aspirations for a similar experience in her own life.
During an episode of the Jay Shetty Podcast earlier this year, Gomez and Blanco expressed their anticipation for family life together. Gomez stated, “I love children; I love making them laugh; they’re just so sweet. So absolutely, when that day comes, I’m so excited for it.” Blanco added a personal touch, noting, “When she sees children, she will immediately go to them and has these conversations for hours.”
Despite her enthusiasm, Gomez has faced significant challenges regarding her desire to have children. In a revealing interview with Vanity Fair for the October issue released in September 2024, she disclosed that she is unable to carry her own children due to various health complications. “I haven’t ever said this…but I unfortunately can’t carry my own children,” she explained. “I have a lot of medical issues that would put my life and the baby’s in jeopardy. That was something I had to grieve for a while.”
The actress’s health concerns began with her lupus diagnosis in 2015, a chronic autoimmune condition that has necessitated her navigating various health hurdles. In a candid moment, she acknowledged her bipolar diagnosis, which she shared publicly during an April 2020 episode of Miley Cyrus’ Instagram Live show ‘Bright Minded’.
Despite these obstacles, Gomez remains optimistic about her journey to motherhood. “I find it a blessing that there are wonderful people willing to do surrogacy or adoption, which are both huge possibilities for me,” she shared. This outlook underscores her commitment to embracing motherhood, regardless of how it may manifest in her life.
She continued, expressing genuine gratitude for alternative paths to parenthood, stating, “It made me really thankful for the other outlets for people who are dying to be moms. I’m one of those people.” Gomez views her future as a mother with excitement and determination, adding, “At the end of the day, I don’t care. It’ll be mine. It’ll be my baby.”
As the couple continues to dream about their future, fans and followers are keenly watching how their family plans will unfold. With both Blanco and Gomez vocal about their hopes for parenthood, it is clear that family remains a cherished aspiration for the couple. In the coming years, many will be eager to see how this beloved duo navigates the complexities and joys of starting their own family.