Selena Gomez recently celebrated Taylor Swift during her wedding to Benny Blanco. The event took place in California on September 27, 2023, marking a significant milestone in Gomez’s life. She shared a heartfelt post on Instagram, highlighting their long-standing friendship.
Celebrating Friendship and Milestones
In her Instagram post, Selena Gomez posted a video and several photos of the pair during the wedding preparations. The video features Swift teasing Gomez, capturing a candid moment as Gomez got ready for her ceremony.
The images showcased Gomez and Swift both before and during the wedding festivities. One of the slides included a screenshot of “The Fate of Ophelia,” from Swift’s new album, “The Life of a Showgirl.” Gomez expressed her admiration in the caption, stating, “In honor of SHOWGIRL .. blessed to have you by my side almost 20 years later gator! I love you @taylorswift forever and always.”
Taylor Swift’s Wedding Speech
Swift also gave a speech at the wedding, reflecting on their friendship that began in 2008 when they were teenagers. She later discussed the speech on *The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon*, sharing her decision to refrain from mentioning her own recent engagement during her remarks. “I did make a speech, but I actually made a point not to mention anything about my engagement,” she explained. Swift did, however, joke about their fashion choices from the early years of their friendship.
A Lasting Bond
- Gomez and Swift’s friendship dates back to their double dates with the Jonas brothers.
- Gomez was linked to Nick Jonas, while Swift dated Joe Jonas.
- They have remained close and have frequently been spotted together at various events.
When Gomez announced her engagement to Blanco, Swift even offered to serve as the flower girl. However, that specific role was not fulfilled during the wedding ceremony.
Gomez and Blanco exchanged vows in front of family and friends, celebrating their love in an intimate setting. Benny Blanco shared his own sentiments about the wedding on social media, declaring, “I married a real life Disney princess.”
This wedding not only marked a new chapter for Gomez but also highlighted the enduring friendship with Swift that has spanned nearly two decades. Both artists continue to support each other’s personal and professional journeys.
