Pop star and actress Selena Gomez has given fans a heartwarming glimpse into her first festive season as a married woman. The 33-year-old shared candid clips on Instagram of herself and her new husband, music producer Benny Blanco, 37, decorating their Christmas tree and sharing affectionate moments.
Intimate Holiday Preparations
In a post shared with her 416 million followers, Gomez captured the cozy domestic scene. The video began with a timelapse of the couple hanging ornaments at their home. Gomez, dressed for comfort in an oversized grey sweater with wintry designs and white knit shorts, paused the decorating to share a kiss with Blanco.
"Our first Christmas as a married couple," she captioned the post, accompanying the text with heart emojis. Blanco opted for a casual look of a baggy black T-shirt and brown shorts, accessorised with gold chains. In one sweet moment, as they switched places to decorate the top of the tree, Blanco grabbed his wife from behind and planted a passionate kiss on her neck.
A Contrast to Recent Public Outing
The loved-up display comes just days after fans expressed concern over a seemingly awkward moment between the pair during a public outing. On Sunday, 30 November, the newlyweds attended a Los Angeles Lakers basketball game.
Video from the event showed Gomez reaching for Blanco's hand as they walked to their courtside seats, but the producer, seemingly distracted by the stadium atmosphere, did not notice and walked ahead with his hands in his pockets. The clip sparked discussion on social media, with some users calling the moment "cringy."
However, the couple later showed affection during the game, with Gomez kissing Blanco and the pair seen with his hand on her leg. They were joined by other celebrities including actor Pedro Pascal and musician Finneas O'Connell.
Wedding Bliss and Friendship Dynamics
Gomez and Blanco, who began dating in June 2023, tied the knot in an intimate ceremony on 27 September in Santa Barbara, California. The lavish nuptials were attended by 170 guests, including Gomez's close friend Taylor Swift and her 'Only Murders in the Building' co-stars.
Interestingly, the festive post arrived just a day after reports surfaced that Gomez has turned down multiple requests from Swift to serve as a bridesmaid in the latter's upcoming wedding to American footballer Travis Kelce. Insiders suggested the decision was due to Gomez's desire to avoid the intense spotlight that would accompany such a role.
The couple previously marked their first Thanksgiving as husband and wife with a family feast, and are now clearly embracing the holiday season together, showcasing a blend of playful romance and settled domesticity in their latest social media offering.
