Selena Gomez Marries Benny Blanco in Santa Barbara

Selena Gomez tied the knot in a heartfelt ceremony in Santa Barbara, with her grandfather David Cornett walking her down the aisle, as confirmed by her mother, Mandy Teefey. Mandy shared her joy on Instagram, describing the event as “a perfect celebration for the most kick-ass couple I know,” and called it “absolutely flawless.”

Teefey expressed her emotional experience, stating, “It was a fairytale come true, and it was beyond heartwarming to see my father walk her down the aisle.” Despite her heartfelt post, some fans questioned why her biological father, Ricardo Gomez, wasn’t the one to give her away, a detail that caused some sadness among followers.

The wedding was an elegant affair hosted in Santa Barbara, attended by stars such as Taylor Swift, Paul Rudd, Martin Short, and Steve Martin. Gomez and Blanco exchanged vows during the celebration, which gathered numerous celebrities in a star-studded gathering.

Selena, who is 33, has previously spoken about her relationship with her father, revealing that he chose not to be involved in her acting career. She recounted in 2022 that her father “didn’t want to be a part of” her life as an actress, leaving her and her mother to support each other’s journey. In a past interview, she reminisced about childhood memories with her father, including visits to watch Spurs games when she was a child.

Mandy Teefey revealed that her father ended up giving Selena away after she was initially upset about not being asked. An insider shared that David Cornett and his wife Debbie were overwhelmed with joy when Selena asked him to walk her down the aisle, breaking down in tears of happiness.

The couple’s wedding featured a romantic setting, and Gomez shared behind-the-scenes photos of the lavish event, emphasizing the magic of the day and the presence of close family and friends.