American singer Selena Gomez is reportedly dating Benny Blanco, who is a former associate of Justin Bieber, and she consistently defends her partner against criticism from fans.

On July 12, on their personal page, Selena Gomez and her boyfriend participated in a challenge puzzle for couples. In it, the singer revealed that she was the first to propose to Blanco. The video attracted 9.1 million viewers and over 800,000 likes. Earlier, the two were not afraid to show their affection, often posting romantic photos on social media. According to PageSix, the two have been dating since last summer but only publicly announced their relationship in December of that year. After the intimate photo with Benny Blanco was revealed, Selena Gomez quickly confirmed her feelings. Below the photo, the singer commented: “Benny Blanco treats me better than anyone else in the world. He is the greatest gift life has given me.” Since then, the relationship between the singer and Blanco has faced negative reactions from fans.

Many fans question the sustainability of the relationship, as Gomez had a tumultuous relationship with Justin Bieber, as well as dating rumors with many other celebrities. On the other hand, Blanco is believed to have made disrespectful remarks about Selena in 2020 while promoting a song for Justin Bieber. Some people think he was mocking her.

According to Glamour, during their first public date on January 3rd, many people criticized Blanco for taking off his shoes and showing bare feet on a date. His dressing style and behavior caught the attention of many fans. However, some people defended Blanco, saying his fashion style should not be criticized.

After that incident, Gomez spoke out to defend her boyfriend: “If you really care about me, this is my happiness. I won’t let your words affect my life,” she said. “I know what’s best for me and I will fight to get what I deserve. I respect your opinion, but I’m growing up. Don’t interfere, just know that I’ll never date bad boys again.”

However, the singer’s words cannot calm public opinion. In February, Gomez posted a series of photos with her boyfriend and wrote “my best fwend,” instead of “my best friend.” This spelling mistake was previously used by Justin Bieber to refer to his wife, Hailey. Many people accused Selena Gomez and her boyfriend of mocking Bieber.

In addition, the photo was released after Justin Bieber appeared with his wife at the Super Bowl final. Many news sites said that Gomez used the emotional affair to attract the attention of the media and “mock” her ex. In contrast to the views of some fans, Gomez’s family told People magazine: “She’s being herself right now.” According to them, friends and colleagues of the artist support her.

At the end of May, on Time, the singer revealed plans to adopt when she is 35 years old if she is still single. “I cherish every moment with him. I don’t know what the future holds, but I know he’ll be by my side,” Gomez said. Blanco also said he thinks about having a child with his girlfriend every day. He said: “When I look at her, I just want to say, ‘This world couldn’t be more perfect.'”

Selena Gomez, 32, became known for her roles in Disney films before becoming a singer. She participated in television shows like “Wizards of Waverly Place” and “Barney & Friends.” Her albums frequently top the Billboard charts, and some of her hit songs include “Lose You to Love Me,” “Hands to Myself,” and “Good for You.”

Benny Blanco, 36, is a music producer who has collaborated with many stars such as Halsey, Khalid, The Weeknd, and Justin Bieber. He has won BMI Songwriter of the Year and founded two recording labels, Mad Love Records and Friends Keep Secrets. Before dating Gomez, Blanco kept his romantic life private and had a long-term relationship with model Elsie Hewitt.