‘Bestie’ Taylor Swift Delivers Heartfelt Speech At Selena Gomez And Benny Blanco’s Wedding

People who witness their best friends get married know the whirlwind of joy and emotions that comes with seeing someone so close step into a new chapter of love. And when it’s a friendship like Taylor

Swift and Selena Gomez’s, fans can imagine just how proud and special the moment would be.

Swift reportedly made Selena Gomez’s big day even more memorable with a heartfelt speech at the star-studded wedding reception in Santa Barbara, California, on Saturday, September 27. Singer Ed Sheeran was also in attendance and contributed a touching toast to celebrate the newlyweds

A source close to the couple told People that, along with Taylor Swift, other guests at the wedding included Steve Martin and Martin Short, who delivered a joint speech at the rehearsal dinner. The insider added, “At the reception, everyone was letting loose and celebrating them well into the night. The vibe was so much fun.”

“They were glowing all night, and both Selena and Benny couldn’t stop smiling. There was so much love in the room,” the source added.

How Taylor Swift And Selena Gomez’s Friendship Began

As for Swift and Gomez’s friendship, the duo have supported each other through all of life’s ups and downs. Interestingly, their bond began over breakups with the Jonas brothers. Selena had dated Nick Jonas, while Taylor was seeing Joe Jonas.

Last month, Selena told Jake Shane on Therapuss, “Everything was cute, we were young. She and I like to say the best thing we got out of those relationships was each other because it was really sweet.”

Reflecting on their enduring friendship, Selena added, “At that age, we became best friends—bonded over the breakup, as girls do. And then we just stuck around for all the ups and downs that came after. And here we are now, 16 years later.”

Selena Gomez And Benny Blanco’s Relationship

From working together as colleagues to growing closer as friends, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s relationship blossomed into a love built on compassion, respect, and admiration. The musical duo first met in 2019 while collaborating on the song I Just Can’t Get Enough alongside J Balvin and Tainy.

After dating for some time, the couple made their first public appearance together in January 2024 at a Los Angeles Lakers game. They announced their engagement on Instagram on December 11, with Taylor Swift playfully commenting, ‘Yes, I will be the flower girl.’

The couple got engaged on August 26 and tied the knot on September 27, stepping into a beautiful new chapter of love and togetherness.