As Selena Gomez gears up for her upcoming wedding to fiancé Benny Blanco, the star has reportedly turned to her close friend, Jennifer Aniston, for guidance. According to sources close to the couple, Jennifer, who has planned weddings herself, is offering invaluable advice to Selena as she navigates the ups and downs of planning a wedding in the public eye.
Jennifer Aniston’s Support and Wedding Guidance
In Touch reports that Jennifer Aniston will not only be attending Selena’s wedding, but she is also expected to be a major support figure during the big day. Sources say that Jennifer treats Selena like a younger sister and is thrilled about her friend’s upcoming nuptials. She’s already shown her excitement by sending flowers and a card, offering to assist in any way she can.
“She’s planned a couple of weddings herself, so she knows a whole lot about the process and has a lot of advice to share,” a source revealed. As Selena prepares for her celebrity-studded wedding, the source continued, “Selena will appreciate Jennifer’s guidance, especially since planning a wedding is challenging enough, but a celebrity wedding is on a different level.”
Selena, who is 32, and Benny, 36, share a long history in the entertainment industry. Selena and Jennifer first became friends after meeting at a Vanity Fair event, and both are managed by the same person. The friendship has blossomed over the years, with Jennifer offering support and friendship throughout the ups and downs of Selena’s life.
Celebrity Wedding and Star-Studded Guest List
The wedding is expected to draw an impressive guest list, with top A-listers such as Taylor Swift, Meryl Streep, Cara Delevingne, and Ariana Grande also reportedly set to be part of the celebrations. A source close to Selena said, “There will be an incredible number of celebrity guests,” adding to the anticipation surrounding the star-studded event.
Selena’s Relationship with Benny Blanco
Selena and Benny announced their engagement last month, with Selena posting a picture on Instagram to reveal the exciting news. In the post, Selena showed off her diamond engagement ring while sharing a sweet kiss with Benny. In her heartfelt caption, Selena wrote, “Forever begins now…” To which Benny responded with his own comment, saying, “Hey wait… that’s my wife.”
Reflecting on their relationship, Selena shared in a previous interview with Time magazine, “It just happens when you least expect it. I just cherish every moment with him. I don’t know what the future holds, but I do know that he’s not going anywhere any time soon.” Benny has equally expressed his admiration for Selena, saying during an interview with Howard Stern, “I look at her … I’m always just like, I don’t know a world where it could be better than this … People always said this to me, when you know you meet your best friend, she truly is my best friend.”
Prenup and Financial Matters
As Selena reaches new milestones in her career, including gaining billionaire status like her close friend Taylor Swift, it has been reported that she may also work on a prenup agreement with Benny. The discussion around this reflects her newfound wealth, with some speculating that she and Benny may address financial matters before tying the knot.
Selena and Benny: A Relationship Built on Friendship
Since confirming their relationship in December of the previous year, Selena and Benny have been seen at various public events, including the Golden Globes and Primetime Emmys, further solidifying their bond. They have also been spotted together at casual outings, such as a basketball game between the New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers in April.
As the couple prepares to step into this new chapter, Selena’s friends, including Jennifer Aniston, continue to play a significant role in her life, offering support as she embarks on one of the most important moments in her personal life. The wedding plans are undoubtedly high-profile, but with close friends by her side, Selena seems ready for this next exciting adventure.
