A former teen idol and Disney star has embraced a new chapter, marking the end of 2024 with a love-filled celebration. Read on for all the exciting details!

The 32-year-old singer shared the announcement on Wednesday, December 11, through an Instagram carousel, which included an array of heartwarming photos that captured the joy of this special moment.

Gomez shared the post with the caption, “[Forever] begins now…” Among the pictures was a striking close-up of her engagement ring — a marquise-cut diamond elegantly set on a band adorned with smaller stones.

Another image showed Gomez seated on a picnic blanket, admiring her ring against a picturesque backdrop of greenery.

The photos also included a playful selfie of the bride-to-be, covering part of her face with her left hand and showing off her new sparkler, radiating pure joy.

The final picture showed the newly-engaged couple in a tender embrace on the floor of a closet, with Blanco holding Gomez close while she showed off her ring.

Adding to the celebratory mood, Blanco commented under the Instagram post, “[Hey] wait… that’s my wife,” sparking even more affection from their fans. Gomez also shared moments from her Instagram stories, including a video of herself on FaceTime, raising her left hand to showcase her engagement band.

She exclaimed, “Yes to this!” Another story revealed a mirror selfie where the singer proudly flaunted her new accessory.

The engagement was met with applause and sweet messages from Gomez’s friends and well-wishers. Longtime friend Taylor Swift excitedly commented, “[Yes] I will be the flower girl.” Jennifer Aniston chimed in with, “HONEY!! Congratulations sweet mama!” while Cardi B humorously exclaimed, “Waiiiitttt hold on,” echoing the surprise and excitement shared by many fans.

As Gomez and Blanco celebrate their engagement, the internet has been flooded with fan reactions across various social media platforms.

Opinions about the marquise diamond ring, the proposal details, and the couple’s joyous announcement have sparked widespread conversations.

On X, some users compared Gomez’s ring to the one worn by Hailey Bieber, who is married to Gomez’s ex-boyfriend, Justin Bieber, and expressed varied opinions about the design.

One user, however, shared a personal connection, stating, “not Selena Gomez getting my dream ring [sic].” Another reacted humorously to the proposal setting, “Ain’t no way Selena Gomez got proposed to with Taco Bell and she said yes, someone save her [sic].”

On Reddit, the discussions were more varied, with fans focusing on both the ring and the overall happiness of the couple. “Congrats to her! Beautiful ring and not ginormous too!” wrote one user, celebrating the understated elegance of the design. Another added, “A Taco Bell proposal?! Good for them, and she looks happy!”

One user humorously pointed out a potential downside to the ring, commenting, “It’s a beautiful ring but it looks like it would be very stabby lol.”

On Instagram, fans and followers flooded the comments with excitement and opinions. One user shared, “YAY! My personal opinion, which holds barely any weight, is that I hate that shape of ring.” Another countered with praise, stating, “This is a timeless ring. Beautiful and thoughtful. Congratulations.”

“The ring is gorgeous. Benny has the taste [sic],” commented another admirer. Some focused on the setting of the proposal, with one noting, “It’s the taco bell for me.” Others critiqued the ring design, such as one user who asked, “Was there not another shape?” Another celebrated its beauty, writing, “That iceberg ring is gorgeous.”

As the buzz surrounding the couple’s relationship continues, a fascinating connection between Gomez’s ring and her 2015 song featuring A$AP Rocky has come to light. Long before her engagement, Gomez sang about marquise diamonds in her 2015 track, “Good for You,” which featured the following lyrics:

“I’m on my marquise diamonds. I’m a marquise diamond. Could even make that Tiffany jealous. You say I give it to you hard. So bad, so bad. Make you never wanna leave. I won’t, I won’t.”

The marquise-cut diamond featured in Gomez’s engagement ring has drawn attention for its elegance and sophistication. Known as the “Navette,” the marquise cut is distinguished by its elongated shape, which tapers to pointed ends.

This design not only maximizes the carat weight, creating the illusion of a larger stone, but also allows more of the rough diamond to be preserved during cutting. With its timeless appeal, the marquise cut has become a sought-after choice for those seeking a unique and dazzling engagement ring.

Gomez and Blanco’s engagement marks a significant new chapter in their relationship, which first became public in December 2023. Rumors began circulating when the “Barney & Friends” star interacted with the celebrity fan account PopFaction, liking posts that featured the pair together.

She later confirmed the relationship by commenting, “[Benny] is my absolute everything in my heart,” on one of the posts. Shortly afterward, the “Feel Me” songstress shared a photo of the couple on her Instagram Story, officially announcing their romance to her followers.

From the thoughtful choice of a marquise diamond to a connection with her past music, Selena Gomez’s engagement to Benny Blanco reflects a relationship filled with meaning and sentiment. The couple’s public journey has captured hearts, with fans celebrating this milestone alongside them.