Selena Gomez and her fiancé, Benny Blanco, have reportedly reached their breaking point with the relentless teasing aimed at his appearance. During the prestigious 2025 Golden Globes, the couple once again found themselves under the microscope when comedian Nikki Glaser poked fun at Blanco's physique, igniting peals of laughter throughout the audience. This latest unwanted attention is rumored to have incensed Gomez, who is steadfast in her determination to shield her beloved from such jests.
On social media, Gomez and Blanco have been the targets of merciless ridicule and trolling, with Blanco's appearance being a common punchline. An insider revealed to Radar Online, "They are incessantly mocked as the so-called 'Beauty and the Beast' couple, with fans incessantly wondering what Gomez sees in him and making snide remarks about how it certainly isn't his looks." The source elaborated further, "For Benny, this must be incredibly unsettling and infuriating, especially considering the relentless criticism he endures." They continued, "Selena can't fathom why people refuse to let it go. They confront this type of harassment constantly on social media, and they are utterly exhausted by it."
At the 2025 Golden Globes in January, Glaser made Gomez and Blanco's engagement the butt of her humorous monologue. The comedian took shots at several celebrities before zeroing in on Gomez, who was nominated for her roles in "Only Murders in the Building" and as "Emilia Pérez." With a sly grin, Glaser quipped, "She's here tonight with her new fiancé, Benny Blanco. And Benny Blanco is here thanks to the genie who granted him that wish. Man, what a lucky catch!" While the joke elicited guffaws from the ballroom, the insider revealed that it left Gomez deeply upset. They shared, "Selena's stance is clear: if people want to pick a fight with her, so be it, but they had better not mess with her cherished Benny."
The source elaborated, "It shows no signs of abating and is wearing on both of their patience, proving increasingly difficult for them to handle. Anyone acquainted with Benny knows he possesses a delicate disposition."
Upon sharing the tale in the Popculture subreddit on Reddit, several fans weighed in on the insider's revelations.
One fan expressed empathy, stating, "If this is true, I truly feel for him. The incessant and rude commentary aimed at them has remained unchanged since they started dating. I wonder who wouldn't mind being constantly labeled as hideous compared to their fiancée. Even if he's taking it in stride, it must at least be irritating."
Another Redditor added, "You could see how much he was hurt when he became the butt of a joke at the Golden Globes. I felt bad for him during the roast. It's not just internet trolls; it must be horrible."
A third fan gushed about Blanco, writing, "He's really grown on me, and I can see why she adores him. He's a genuinely cool guy."
On the flip side, some fans believed Blanco was making himself an easy target for online bullies.
One fan advised the record producer, "I see your point, but perhaps he should try styling his hair or donning a suit? In terms of appearance, I put him and Bieber in the same league because they don't exactly come across as lazy drug users."
Another person shared, "A haircut could make a world of difference."
A third fan added, "All he needs to do is comb his hair and trim his unibrow. It's not rocket science. Dress however you want, just put some effort into grooming yourself, you know?"
On December 11, Gomez announced her engagement to Blanco via an Instagram post.
She shared a carousel of images, including a close-up of her engagement ring and a snapshot of Blanco and her laughing and hugging as they celebrated the dawn of their eternal journey together.
Gomez captioned the post, "Forever begins now," while Blanco commented, "Hey, wait... that's my wife."
Numerous friends and fans of Gomez commented on the post, expressing their joy for her. Taylor Swift commented, "Yes, I'll be the flower girl," while rapper Cardi B added, "Waiiiiitttt, hold on."
