At the 2025 Golden Globe Awards, Selena Gomez found herself in the spotlight once again, but this time, it wasn’t for her acting nominations.
The 32-year-old singer and actress, who was nominated for her roles in Emilia Perez on Netflix and Only Murders in the Building on Hulu, had to contend with an unexpected joke from host Nikki Glaser.
The 40-year-old comedian couldn’t resist making fun of Selena’s relationship with her fiancé, Benny Blanco, leading to an awkward moment on stage.
The Engagement Announcement and the Spotlight on Selena and Benny
Gomez and Blanco have been romantically linked since June 2023, and the couple made their engagement official in December 2024.
Although they haven’t shared details about their wedding plans, the pair has been inseparable, often spotted together at various events.
At the Golden Globes, Selena was there to celebrate her dual nominations for her outstanding work on two major projects.
However, it was her fiancé Benny Blanco, the 36-year-old record producer, who stole the attention in a playful moment with Glaser.
The Awkward Moment During Glaser’s Monologue
While Selena and Benny were seated together, Glaser, known for her witty humor, took a jab at the newly-engaged couple.
As she introduced Selena’s nominations, she commented on Benny’s presence, saying, “She’s here with her new fiancé, Benny Blanco.
And Benny Blanco is here because of the genie who granted him that wish.”
Both Selena and Benny laughed nervously at the joke, clearly caught off guard by the playful roast.
To make things more awkward, Benny leaned in to kiss Selena on her bare shoulder, prompting Glaser to jokingly say, “Man, lucky guy.”
More Awkward Moments in Recent Interviews
This Golden Globe moment wasn’t the first time Selena had been put on the spot about her relationship.
Just a month earlier, during an appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Selena faced a similarly uncomfortable question about her relationship with Benny.
Colbert shared a photo of the two from Thanksgiving, where Benny was seen hugging Selena.
He cheekily asked, “He seems to like you a lot.”
Selena, clearly surprised, responded, “Well, I hope so.”
Colbert pressed further, asking, “Where is this relationship going?” to which Selena, taken aback, responded, “Whoa,” as the audience burst into laughter.
She quickly recovered, saying, “I’m not sure, but I’m having a great time.”
When Colbert inquired if Benny was watching the show, she confirmed that he probably was, adding a touch of humor to the exchange.
Sweet Thanksgiving Moments
During the same Late Show interview, Selena revealed a fun tidbit about Benny’s skills in the kitchen.
She shared that he had cooked an entire Thanksgiving feast for 50 people all by himself, showcasing his culinary talent.
Selena even joked about her role as the hostess, saying, “I tried to be the hostess and then watch him and encourage him” as Benny whipped up the massive meal.
Colbert was quick to tease, “What are your intentions with him?” to which Selena smiled and simply said, “He’s fantastic.”
Despite the awkward moments, it’s clear that Selena and Benny share a strong connection, and their relationship is continuing to blossom under the public’s watchful eye.
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