Benny Blanco went all out for his 37th birthday, turning it into a memorable moment for Selena Gomez by helping her fulfill a teenage dream she’d missed: attending prom. And while people are likely wiping away a tear of envy, it’s clear they’re not questioning the sweet gesture, only wishing they were part of it.
In a recent Instagram post, Benny shared footage from his March 8 birthday bash, where the celebration took a nostalgic twist. The video showed Benny pacing his expansive lawn, excitedly explaining his plan to Selena before they hopped into a limo and headed to the mall for a prom photoshoot. Benny captioned the reel simply, “wow,” as it showcased their fun-filled adventure, culminating in a series of adorable prom-style photos. In the video, he explains, “My fiancé has never been to prom, so I asked her if we should take prom photos together at a mall… She said yes! I even rented a limo for us! Selena finished getting ready… then we headed out to the mall to take our photos! It was more fun than we both expected.”
The photoshoot captured a playful and nostalgic vibe. Selena rocked a bold, rocker-inspired look with a puffy purple ballgown that featured a high-low hem, paired with black tights and boots, while Benny kept things sharp yet laid-back in a black tux and heart-adorned loafers.
Benny had actually mentioned the idea of this prom-themed celebration during a chat with Jennifer Hudson, saying, “Selena had never been to prom, so I thought I’d throw us a prom for my birthday.” While Benny had his fair share of prom experiences, when asked about his favorite prom date, he didn’t hesitate: “Honestly, my favorite prom was with my partner.”
Selena was genuinely surprised by the whole thing. “She didn’t even know what to expect. She was like, ‘What am I supposed to wear? What am I supposed to do?!’… It felt like she was really going to prom,” Benny recalled.
One comment under the video summed up the collective sentiment: “The greenest flag to ever be flown!!!!! We love you Benny!!!!” It’s safe to say this thoughtful gesture left everyone in awe of their connection.
