Selena Gomez, a beloved figure in the entertainment industry, has recently taken a significant step in her life by getting engaged. Her journey of love and the reactions from her friends and costars have been nothing short of heartwarming.

Selena Gomez's Engagement - A Tale of Love and Friendship

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco's Love Story

Selena Gomez, now 32 years old, has found love with Benny Blanco, who is 36. Their engagement was announced after a picnic filled with Taco Bell, their favorite food. This special moment has brought joy to both of them and their fans.The couple's relationship has been developing since they met in 2021 for the show "Only Murders in the Building". Gomez has developed a deep bond with her costars, Steve Martin and Martin Short. In an April Instagram post, she called them "the most kind, gentle, warm and powerful influences in my life".Steve Martin shared a photo of himself, Martin Short, and Gomez on Instagram on Dec. 12 and wrote a sweet caption, "Congratulations to Benny and Selena, from her two weird uncles." This gesture was loved by fans who couldn't help but notice the connection to their iconic roles in "Father of the Bride".

The Reactions from Gomez's Famous Friends

Gomez's beauty brand, Rare Beauty, and the official account of their Hulu series also commented on the post, showing their support. In the comments, there was a flood of excitement from her famous friends. Jennifer Aniston commented, "HONEY!! Congratulations sweet mama!". Mariska Hargitay, Gwyneth Paltrow, Cardi B, and Lily Collins also shared their excitement.Gomez's longtime BFF Taylor Swift also weighed in, writing, "yes I will be the flower girl." This shows the strong bond she has with her friends.

The Mutual Love between Gomez and Her Friends

The love is mutual between Gomez and her friends. Short told PEOPLE that Gomez is "so lovely as a human, she’s so remarkable as a talent, and she just has an aura and this lovely spirit." He added that their friendship is growing deeper and deeper.Martin echoed his longtime friend's sentiment, admitting that they didn't really know Selena before but were impressed by her fabulous personality and professionalism. He said she is never late, which is a big deal when making a movie.Selena Gomez's engagement has not only brought her happiness but has also united her with her friends in a beautiful celebration of love.