Selena Gomez made a stylish appearance at her husband Benny Blanco's 38th birthday celebration, held at Los Candiles Night Club in Los Angeles on Sunday night. The 33-year-old pop sensation, who commands an impressive 668.1 million social media followers, embraced a western theme for the occasion.
Birthday Festivities and Fashion Statements
Gomez chose a pair of Daisy Dukes denim shorts paired with striking black studded knee-high cowboy boots for the Latin-flavored club event. She shared a romantic moment with the music producer on the light-up dance floor, capturing the scene for her Instagram story with the caption "Happy birthday, cowboy" - a playful reference to their collaborative song Cowboy.
Luxurious Celebrations and Social Media Tributes
Earlier that same day, the Cannes best actress winner posted an extensive Instagram slideshow featuring nine images of the 12-time Grammy nominee, accompanied by the heartfelt message: "Happy birthday my love. I love you with all my heart." The Rare Beauty founder also shared glimpses of her personal life, including photos of herself playing on a tree swing in the yard of what appears to be their lavish $35 million marital mansion in Beverly Hills, featuring seven bedrooms and twelve bathrooms.
Transportation to the unique venue was equally noteworthy, with Gomez and Blanco (born Benjamin Levin) arriving via a limo party bus accompanied by at least six friends, all dressed in coordinated western attire for the celebration.
Navigating Fan Criticism and Personal Challenges
The birthday festivities occurred against a backdrop of recent fan criticism directed at Blanco. Some followers had urged Gomez to consider divorce due to what they described as "disgusting, cringe-worthy" behavior during his new podcast, Friends Keep Secrets, where he was seen passing gas and sporting dirty feet. Despite this backlash, the three-time Grammy nominee has remained steadfast in her support, even kissing Blanco's toes during the March 3 episode of RuPaul's Drag Race where he served as a guest judge.
Future Family Plans and Health Considerations
Regarding their future as newlyweds, Gomez has been open about her challenges with starting a family. Due to her chronic autoimmune disease lupus, which necessitated a kidney transplant in 2017, she has stated: "I can't carry my own children" because of medical risks to both her and a potential baby. In a 2024 Vanity Fair interview, she expressed: "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 artist remains optimistic about alternative paths to parenthood, noting: "I find it a blessing that there are wonderful people willing to do surrogacy or adoption, which are both huge possibilities for me. I'm excited for what that journey will look like, but it'll look different. At the end of the day, I don't care. It'll be my baby."
Career Milestones and Professional Recognition
Blanco continues to achieve professional recognition, with a nomination for the Latin pop/urban song of the year trophy at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards for his track Degenere with Myke Towers. The awards ceremony will air on March 26 on Fox, where he faces strong competition from artists including Bad Bunny, Rauw Alejandro, Shakira, Grupo Frontera, and Romeo Santos.
On Gomez's professional front, Hulu renewed the popular whodunit comedy Only Murders in the Building for a sixth season last October. The series, created by Steve Martin and John Hoffman, features Gomez both producing and starring as artist Mabel Mora, with reports indicating she earns well over $600,000 per episode for her multifaceted role.
Relationship History and Personal Background
The couple originally met during a business meeting in 2008 when Gomez was just 16 years old. Blanco later contributed to her second studio album Revival in 2015. They tied the knot on September 27 in what was reportedly a $4 million ceremony at the Sea Crest Nursery in Santa Barbara.
Gomez, who did not convert to Blanco's Jewish faith, has previously been in relationships with Drew Taggart, The Weeknd, and Justin Bieber. Meanwhile, the Virginia-born musician had previously dated Elsie Hewitt, who is the mother of Pete Davidson's child. Their relationship has weathered public scrutiny while maintaining a strong personal connection, as evidenced by their recent birthday celebrations and public displays of affection.
