Selena Gomez is facing a wave of mixed reactions after sharing a heartfelt post about Benny Blanco. The carousel, which featured several personal photos of the couple, included one particularly intimate image that quickly became the focus of online discussion.
While some critics alleged the photo felt overly curated and branded it “pretentious,” many fans argued it was simply a sweet glimpse into the couple’s relationship. The differing opinions have once again placed Gomez and Blanco’s romance under the social media microscope.
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s PDA in new photo gets mixed reactions
Selena Gomez gave fans a glimpse into her relationship with Benny Blanco on Wednesday, but not everyone reacted the same way. The actress and singer shared an Instagram carousel filled with snapshots of the couple’s time together.
“Distance means so little when someone means so much…. @itsbennyblanco mish you bb,” she wrote in the caption. The upload appeared to reference their current long-distance situation, as Gomez is reportedly in London, filming the next season of Hulu’s “Only Murders in the Building.”
Most of the photos showed relaxed and affectionate moments. Some featured the pair spending time at home, while others captured vacation memories and cozy moments together. However, one image quickly stood out from the rest.
In the photo, Blanco appeared to lean in and kiss Gomez on the chest while the couple sat at what looked like a restaurant. The intimate nature of the image immediately caught the attention of social media users, leading to a flood of commentary online.
Several critics questioned the picture, with some claiming it felt performative. One X (previously Twitter) user called the image “pretentious,” while another suggested it looked “staged.” A third viewer debated whether such a personal moment needed to be shared publicly at all.
At the same time, many fans pushed back against the criticism. Supporters argued that the “Same Old Love” singer appeared happy and comfortable in the relationship. “Selena and Benny look genuinely happy in those pics,” one fan wrote, while another commented that the pair had “cute energy.”
The carousel also included lighter moments, including a photo of a wedding favor from the couple’s grand wedding celebration last September and a childhood throwback image of Blanco dressed as a cowboy. Blanco even joined the conversation in the comments, joking that he “needs that cowboy outfit back.”
