Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco are making waves across the Atlantic, literally! In a heartwarming gesture, Benny sailed across the ocean to join Selena for her 34th birthday. The destination? The romantic city of Bologna, Italy – a perfect spot for a birthday celebration.
The couple was spotted enjoying a cozy meal at the Trattoria della Santa, where they proudly flaunted their matching white ensembles. While Selena donned a chic slip dress paired with a playful rainbow crochet bandana, Benny complemented her look in his own stylish white attire. The restaurant couldn’t help but share the moment on Instagram, thanking the couple for dining with them.
“Thank you so much for eating with us ❤️”
For Benny, who has a notorious fear of flying, the journey was nothing short of an adventure. In a candid chat with Jay Shetty, he revealed his unique approach to travel: “I take the boat to Europe… It’s like first you have to drive to New York and then you get on a boat for eight days, and you’re on the Titanic.” Certainly, Benny’s dedication to being with Selena is as vast as the ocean he crossed.
The pair has been navigating a long-distance relationship while Selena films "Only Murders in the Building" season 6 in London. Despite the miles, their connection remains strong, as evidenced by their recent meet-up in New York City for Taylor Swift’s wedding.
The lovebirds are gearing up to celebrate their first wedding anniversary this September. Earlier this June, Selena took to social media, sharing intimate photos of the couple and expressing her affection: “distance means so little when someone means so much…. @itsbennyblanco mish you bb 💙”
Benny’s response was equally heartwarming, as he commented on her post, “I fall more and more in love with you everyday” and “time stands still when I’m in ur arms.” With such sweet exchanges, it’s clear that love knows no bounds – or borders – for these two.