Benny Blanco sparks internet frenzy as he makes Sexiest Man Alive list amid Selena Gomez romance: ‘He’s redefining sexy!’
Selena Gomez’s boyfriend Benny Blanco sent social media into a frenzy after appearing in the film People magazine issue of sexiest man in the world.
The Grammy-nominated producer, 36, happily discussed his secrets to success in life and love, dishing on his romantic mornings with the actress, 32, in the article.
He also showed off his style in an accompanying photo shoot, where he rocked some snazzy silk ensembles and showed off his red pedicure.
Blanco will be featured among a number of hunks in the upcoming issue of People. This year’s Sexiest Man Alive cover star – chosen based on their physical attractiveness, charisma and cultural impact – will be announced on November 12.
After it was revealed that he would be part of the issue, fans had mixed reactions. Some applauded the decision, writing, “YES! He redefines ‘sexy’ with that humor and style!’
Selena Gomez’s boyfriend Benny Blanco, 36, set social media on edge after being featured in People Magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive issue
The Grammy-nominated producer happily discussed his secrets to success in life and love, and in the article dished on his romantic mornings with the actress, 32; the couple seen in October
‘I can’t argue with that choice! He has the talent and charm to match,” another fan wrote.
“And people still wonder why Selena chose him. He seems like a great guy,” another commented. ‘He’s so charming. We get it, Selena.”
‘He radiates kindness and warmth. It’s a joy to see him and Selena supporting each other. They both truly deserve love, happiness and everything life has to offer!’
However, not everyone agreed with the decision, although many seemed to think Blanco was actually the cover star and not just featured in the issue.
“Selena paid for this,” one fan wrote with three crying emojis.
‘Benny Blanco is the sexiest man in the world??? Yes, I want 2024 to be over now.”
“The shock I had when I thought Benny Blanco was the OFFICIAL sexiest man alive,” another added.
“He may be a nice person, but is he really one of the sexiest men in the world????? what’s happening here.’
“Did they throw a dart blindfolded to peck?”
“LET’S BE FR FOR A DAMN SECOND,” someone else wrote, while another commenter added: “throw the whole list away.”
Blanco will be featured among a number of hunks in the upcoming issue of People. This year’s Sexiest Man Alive cover star will be announced on November 12; pictured in June
After it was revealed that Blanco would be part of the problem, fans had mixed reactions. Some applauded the decision, writing, “YES! He redefines ‘sexy’ with that humor and style!’
‘I can’t argue with that choice! He has the talent and charm to match,” another fan wrote
“And people still wonder why Selena chose him. He seems like a great guy,” another commented
‘He’s so charming. We get it Selena’
However, not everyone agreed with the decision, although many seemed to think Blanco was actually the cover star and not just featured in the issue.
“Benny Blanco and Sexiest Man Alive should never be in the same sentence,” someone else chimed in
“Selena paid for this,” one fan wrote with three crying emojis
“Did they throw a dart blindfolded to peck?”
‘Benny Blanco is the sexiest man in the world??? Yes, I want 2024 to be over now’
‘The shock I had when I thought Benny Blanco was the OFFICIAL sexiest man in the world’
“LET’S BE FR FOR A DAMN SECOND,” someone else wrote, while another commenter added: “throw the whole list away.”
“Benny Blanco and Sexiest Man Alive should never be in the same sentence,” someone else chimed in.
Benny couldn’t resist talking about his relationship with Selena during his interview for the magazine.
He affectionately admitted that waking up next to his rumored fiance, with whom he has been fueling engagement rumors for months, is the highlight of his day.
‘I’m a real morning person. It’s my favorite time to spend with Sel because we both wake up very early. It’s like our moment before the rest of the world wakes up,” he told People.
He then described the Calm Down hitmaker as his ‘true best friend’ who he can ‘do anything in the world with’.
“Every day is the best day of my life,” he enthused as he reflected on his romance with Gomez, whom he started dating in mid-2023.
When it comes to relationships, Blanco emphasized that there should be “no games.”
‘I [still] go all out for every date. It doesn’t mean you have to spend your entire bank account. It means paying attention and listening,” he explained.
This includes Gomez making her favorite foods from scratch, like fried pickles and homemade Taco Bell.
Benny couldn’t resist talking about his relationship with Selena during his interview for the magazine
Despite achieving incredible success in the music industry, the songwriter, who has collaborated with Katy Perry, Ed Sheeran, Rihanna and Kanye West, finds joy in the ‘simple’ things.
He then shared his secret to the perfect first date, recommending that your partner call his friends and tell them, “Oh my God… this was the craziest thing that happened.”
‘It must be something crazy, because you want to leave an impression. The person is going out for some first dates, and you have to secure your spot,” he said.
Blanco said he tries to create moments in time “because everyone is damn busy.”
“Everyone has so much work to do, everyone is so stressed. If we can just sit back and forget about everything for an hour to four hours – if it’s a good date, five – then we’ll be fine,” he noted. ‘Sometimes you don’t leave a date and you’re like, “Oh my God, what the heck? Time flew!”
Blanco also revealed that Gomez is also a romantic.
‘We’re all going for each other. One time Sel said, “Oh, I want to take you on a date.” We were driving somewhere and she had rented out an entire botanical garden for me,” he recalls.
The first time they faced long distance, Blanco revealed that she made him a bear that said, “I miss you so much.” You’ll be fine. I’ll see you when I get back,” as he pressed his hand.
‘She’s very good at giving. She does the same thing I do: we make most of our gifts for each other,” he noted.
Additionally, he said Gomez likes “simple” dates, like eating fast food together or when he brings her “candies and Hot Cheetos.”
‘The most important thing to do on a date is just listen to what the person is saying. Don’t talk about yourself all the time. No one cares,” he reminded readers.
When it comes to gift giving, the record producer said he doesn’t like “buying a gift that everyone is going to buy.”
‘Most of my gifts are handmade. Let’s say you had the best night at Six Flags and it was your first date. Save that card, frame it and give it to them on their birthday and say, “Oh, this was our first date.” Simple small gestures go a long way, he emphasizes.
Additionally, he said Gomez likes “simple” dates, like eating fast food together or when he brings her “candies and Hot Cheetos.”
‘The most important thing to do on a date is just listen to what the person is saying. Don’t talk about yourself all the time. No one cares,” he reminded readers.
Blanco said he also likes to “share clothes” with his partner.