Justin Bieber reportedly had an emotional reaction upon learning of Selena Gomez’s engagement to Benny Blanco. The milestone underscored the final chapter of their shared history, leaving Bieber with complex feelings.
Selena Gomez, 32, said yes to a proposal from her longtime partner, Benny Blanco, 35. Benny sealed the moment with an elegant diamond ring, which Selena proudly displayed in a photo announcing their engagement.
While Bieber, 29, has not commented publicly, sources close to him revealed the news stirred deep emotions. Adding to the complexity, Benny is a close friend of Justin’s, making the engagement particularly poignant. Despite Bieber’s settled life with his wife, Hailey Baldwin, and their newborn child, the insider explained, “Justin has his own family now, but when he heard about Selena’s engagement, it struck a chord for a moment.”
The reaction, the source said, stems from memories of Justin and Selena’s tumultuous yet cherished relationship, which captivated fans for nearly a decade. “Although they’ll never be friends or revisit the past, this engagement feels like the definitive end of a significant era,” the insider told the Daily Mail.
Interestingly, Selena and Benny have been engaged since August but chose to delay the announcement. Reports suggest this was to avoid overlapping media attention on Gomez’s engagement and the birth of Justin and Hailey’s baby, which occurred around the same time.
In recent interviews, Selena has opened up about her emotional struggles and the importance of support from loved ones. Her past relationship with Bieber, spanning from 2010 to 2018, was marked by frequent reconciliations and heartbreak. After their final split, Justin quickly moved on, marrying Hailey Baldwin later that year.
Fans of both stars see this engagement as a defining moment, marking closure on one of pop culture’s most iconic romances. While their paths have diverged, the connection they once shared continues to resonate with millions worldwide.
