Selena Gomez’s dating history: Her troubled romance with Justin Bieber, fling with The Weeknd and how she found her ‘sexiest man alive’ Benny Blanco

Selena Gomez's dating history: Her troubled romance with Justin Bieber, fling with The Weeknd and how she found her 'sexiest man alive' Benny Blanco

As a seasoned observer of celebrity relationships, I must say Selena Gomez’s romantic journey is nothing short of intriguing. From Justin Bieber to The Weeknd, and now Benny Blanco, it seems like her love life has been a rollercoaster ride, full of highs and lows.

As a lifestyle aficionado, I’m thrilled to share that I’ve found myself at the precipice of a new journey. Last night, I proudly took to the spotlight to announce my engagement to the incredibly talented music producer, Benny Blanco, marking one year since we made our relationship public. Here’s to cherishing every melody and moment as we dance into this new chapter together!

32-year-old Golden Globe nominee announced the news on Instagram by posting pictures of a large diamond engagement ring to her 422 million followers.

Starting from this moment onwards, it’s an eternal journey… This is what she wrote alongside a series of four pictures, one of which showed her future husband, 36, embracing her and planting a kiss on her forehead.

Before my recent romantic endeavor with Blanco, I found myself in the company of several high-profile gentlemen, among them being Justin Bieber, who has previously worked alongside Blanco.

Gomez also dated The Weeknd, Zedd, Nick Jonas, Taylor Lautner and Zayn Malik.

Amid news of her wedding plans, DailyMail.com looks back at her previous romances.

Selena Gomez's dating history: Her troubled romance with Justin Bieber, fling with The Weeknd and how she found her 'sexiest man alive' Benny Blanco

Selena Gomez's dating history: Her troubled romance with Justin Bieber, fling with The Weeknd and how she found her 'sexiest man alive' Benny Blanco
 

NICK JONAS (2008) 

Gomez dated Jonas Brothers band member Nick Jonas, 32, in 2008.

During their short-lived romance she even starred in the group’s Burnin’ Up music video.

Nick also famously dated singer Miley Cyrus around that time.

Back then, there was no lingering animosity between the celebrities. In 2016, Gomez clarified to W magazine that they had never fought. They both admired the same individual when they were sixteen years old. Now, they have each found peace and contentment in their separate lives.

Selena Gomez's dating history: Her troubled romance with Justin Bieber, fling with The Weeknd and how she found her 'sexiest man alive' Benny Blanco
 

TAYLOR LAUTNER (2009) 

Selena also had a brief romance with Twilight hunk Taylor Lautner, 32, in 2009.

They met while she was filming Ramona and Beezus and he was shooting Twilight: New Moon.

At one point, Kristen Stewart was lodging at the same hotel as me. Since he often visited there, we kept bumping into each other in the lobby. Eventually, our paths crossed, as reported to Seventeen magazine by Selena at that time.

However, the intense public interest in the romance proved to be too much for the pair.

Instead of dining out together, we preferred to simply spend time together, perhaps going bowling or engaging in similar activities. However, with the constant presence of paparazzi surrounding both of us, things escalated more than expected. It seemed like people were growing increasingly excited and even a bit overzealous about our interactions.

Selena Gomez's dating history: Her troubled romance with Justin Bieber, fling with The Weeknd and how she found her 'sexiest man alive' Benny Blanco
 

JUSTIN BIEBER (2009 — 2014, 2017 — 2018) 

Selena’s most famous romance was with Bieber.

From 2009 until 2018, the founder of Rare Beauty and Canadian singer, aged 30 at that time, experienced an intermittent relationship with someone. Eventually, they decided to end their relationship a few months prior to his engagement to Hailey Bieber, who is now his wife.

Fireworks ensued as Justin sang “One Less Lonely Girl” to Selena during Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve in 2009.

Throughout the year 2010, the duo consistently refuted dating speculations, with Selena often describing Justin as her ‘younger sibling.’

Towards the end of that year, they were seen enjoying a meal of pancakes at IHOP, prior to their subsequent appearances on red carpets together. Notable events included the premiere of Katy Perry: Part of Me.

The couple had an on-again, off-again relationship that lasted up until April 2014. It is said that Selena discovered pictures of Kylie Jenner on Justin’s phone, which triggered their separation.

After several months, they had reunited once more. Justin posted a picture of them, accompanied by the message, ‘Our love knows no bounds.’

However the reunion didn’t last long, and the two split again in October.

Selena Gomez's dating history: Her troubled romance with Justin Bieber, fling with The Weeknd and how she found her 'sexiest man alive' Benny Blanco
Selena Gomez's dating history: Her troubled romance with Justin Bieber, fling with The Weeknd and how she found her 'sexiest man alive' Benny Blanco

In October 2017, Justin and Selena were seen having breakfast and going to church together.

Despite frequently appearing together, indulging in bicycle outings and watching hockey matches, they decided to end their relationship permanently by March 2018.

Later that September, Justin got married to Hailey, while Selena put out two heartfelt breakup songs titled “Lose You to Love Me” and “Look Back Now.

A month following Justin’s marriage to Hailey, it was rumored that Selena experienced a mental health crisis related to her Lupus and sought treatment for her psychological well-being.

On the day following the public announcement about Selena’s supposed breakdown, Justin was seen appearing downcast while seated in a car with Hailey.

Way back in 2020, I found myself deeply engrossed as Justin took to social media, sharing a passionate plea from a fellow Selena admirer. This fan urged everyone to bombard Hailey’s live stream with comments, expressing the belief that “Jelena was superior.

Choosing the right path is incredibly challenging for me when I witness others attempting to unite against bullying my dearest loved one,” Justin expressed.

Selena Gomez's dating history: Her troubled romance with Justin Bieber, fling with The Weeknd and how she found her 'sexiest man alive' Benny Blanco

In the month of April 2023, due to her growing frustration, Hailey took to TikTok to plead with the persistent commenters, asking them to stop bothering her each time she posts and kindly requesting they leave her in peace.

As time has passed since my breakup with Justin, it’s now appropriate for everyone to give me some space. Honestly, I would appreciate it greatly if you could respect that.

In the year 2022, Selena shared during her Apple TV+ documentary, “My Mind & Me,” that her split from Justin was the most beneficial experience she’s had.

She expressed that it was necessary for her to experience the most profound heartache yet, so she could learn to prioritize herself and reclaim life once more.

I experienced what seemed like the most excruciating heartache imaginable, only to find myself quickly erasing all memories of it, which left me bewildered. However, in retrospect, I believe it was necessary, and in the end, it turned out to be one of the most beneficial things that has happened in my life.

 

ORLANDO BLOOM (2014)

In 2014 the star was linked to Lord of The Rings actor Orlando Bloom, 47.

As it was previously mentioned, the duo is said to have become romantically involved, presumably to provoke feelings of envy in their former partners, Miranda Kerr and Justin, following an alleged spell of flirting during the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show.

Selena and Orlando denied the romance rumors when they were spotted together outside of a Chelsea Handler show.

Selena Gomez's dating history: Her troubled romance with Justin Bieber, fling with The Weeknd and how she found her 'sexiest man alive' Benny Blanco
 

ZEDD (January 2015 — March 2015)

Selena and Zedd, 35, met while working on music together.

They developed a romance, with Zedd even sharing a snap of Selena in bed at one point.

The Russian-German DJ opened up about the romance in a 2017 interview with Elle.

‘Journalists kept phoning my parents, while some individuals were illegally accessing my friends’ phones. I was furious. [However] I had a rough idea of what I was signing up for… She is renowned as one of the most discussed personalities globally, yet I didn’t fully grasp how drastically it would impact my own life.’

Selena Gomez's dating history: Her troubled romance with Justin Bieber, fling with The Weeknd and how she found her 'sexiest man alive' Benny Blanco
 

Niall Horan (December 2015, October 2019)

In 2015, rumors began circulating that Selena Gomez went out with Niall Horan, who was then 31 years old, when they were allegedly seen together on a date at the Santa Monica pier.

At Jenna Dewan-Tatum’s 35th birthday celebration, they were observed engaging in affectionate acts such as kissing, embracing, and dancing intimately with each other.

However, Selena denied the pair were dating.

In October 2019, whispers resurfaced as she was seen socializing with Niall and a cluster of companions.

Selena Gomez's dating history: Her troubled romance with Justin Bieber, fling with The Weeknd and how she found her 'sexiest man alive' Benny Blanco
Selena Gomez's dating history: Her troubled romance with Justin Bieber, fling with The Weeknd and how she found her 'sexiest man alive' Benny Blanco
 

CHARLIE PUTH (March 2016)

The star dated singer Charlie Puth, 32, in 2016.

He shared with Billboard that the relationship was brief, insignificant yet highly influential, and it left a deep impact on him. To put it simply: It wasn’t as if she was solely focused on me, and I had already understood, to some extent, what I was signing up for.

At a concert the same month, when he didn’t explicitly mention who Selena might have been referring to, fans came to their conclusions based on his statement “F**k you, Justin Bieber”.

Selena Gomez's dating history: Her troubled romance with Justin Bieber, fling with The Weeknd and how she found her 'sexiest man alive' Benny Blanco
 

THE WEEKND (January 2017 — October 2017)

In January 2017, Selena and the 34-year-old Canadian singer known as The Weeknd made their relationship public, after they were seen showing affection towards each other outside the Giorgio Baldi restaurant in Santa Monica, California.

In February they were caught snuggling on a yacht in Marina Del Rey, California.

At the Neon Festival during Coachella, both Gomez and the artist known as Abel Makkonen Tesfaye (his real name) were spotted walking hand-in-hand.

Subsequently, they were spotted attending the Met Gala in May and the Harper’s Bazaar Icons event, both held in New York City.

She was also seen with him at his September 16 concert in Philadelphia.

After spending ten months as a couple, they parted ways due to conflicts arising from demanding schedules – with him being on tour, and her involved in the filming of Woody Allen’s “A Rainy Day in New York” in New York City.

One week earlier Selena had been spotted with her ex-boyfriend Justin three times.

In 2018, it seemed as though The Weeknd indirectly criticized Gomez in the song “Call Out My Name,” which was included in his EP titled “My Dear Melancholy.

Selena Gomez's dating history: Her troubled romance with Justin Bieber, fling with The Weeknd and how she found her 'sexiest man alive' Benny Blanco
Selena Gomez's dating history: Her troubled romance with Justin Bieber, fling with The Weeknd and how she found her 'sexiest man alive' Benny Blanco

It seems he was hinting at Gomez, who reconnected with Bieber a few days prior to the announcement of their separation, that I had merely been a temporary stop for him, and that he had squandered my time.

Fans’ strongest evidence appeared to be lyrical references to the starlet’s kidney transplant that summer, with The Weeknd suggesting that he had been willing to donate his organ.

He sings, “I claimed I felt nothing, darling, but I was deceiving you / I came close to sacrificing a part of me for your wellbeing.

He also talks about how the duo found each other during trying times with the lyrics: ‘We found each other / I helped you out of a broken place / You gave me comfort / But falling for you was my mistake.’

 

DREW TAGGART (September 2022)

In the year 2022, speculations arose that Gomez was connected with Andrew Taggart of The Chainsmokers, who is 34 years old. This connection emerged following sightings of the two celebrities enjoying dinner in New York City and even going on a bowling date together.

At that point, a source shared with Us Weekly, “They are not attempting to conceal their relationship by secretly socializing at exclusive clubs.

The source noted that they’re incredibly loving and seem to be enjoying themselves immensely. It’s as if Selena can’t resist touching him, the insider added.

Back in March, as reported by Us Weekly, the former star of Wizards of Waverly Place took to her TikTok account to share a brief update with her audience regarding her current relationship situation.

She chose to lip-sync to an audio track that stated, ‘I hate it when girls are like, “Oh my gosh, my crush doesn’t even know that I exist.” Girl, my crush doesn’t even exist!’

In the caption accompanying the video, the singer from Wolves playfully wrote, ‘I’m still searching for him, laugh-out-loud,’ which suggests that her relationship with Drew is over.

Selena Gomez's dating history: Her troubled romance with Justin Bieber, fling with The Weeknd and how she found her 'sexiest man alive' Benny Blanco
 

ZAYN MALIK (March 2023) 

In the exact same month she proclaimed her single status, whispers started swirling around me like a whirlwind, suggesting a possible new chapter in her life with none other than the talented Zayn Malik, the charismatic ex-member of One Direction, now 31 years old. This wild speculation ignited when a TikTok sensation, Karissa Garcia, posted a viral video claiming that one of her friends was a waitress at a restaurant where these two stars were rumored to have dined together. As an over-the-moon fan, I couldn’t help but wonder if there might be some truth to these tantalizing tales!

The video subsequently displayed text messages supposedly from her friend, suggesting that Selena and Zayn exchanged a kiss during their evening out together.

Last night, approximately at 10:30 pm, Selena and Zayn were spotted together in SoHo, New York City. According to an onlooker who spoke to Entertainment Tonight, they walked side by side with their hands joined, and they shared a few kisses along the way.

From my perspective as a lifestyle connoisseur, it appeared as though they were deep in conversation, seemingly unnoticed by both the restaurant staff and other patrons. Their body language suggested they were on a romantic rendezvous.

Later in March, she stepped out with Zayn’s personal assistant, Taryn Zimmerman.

Nevertheless, it seems their relationship cooled off, since Selena stopped following Zayn on Instagram in June 2023, and shortly after, Zayn also chose to unfollow her.

Selena Gomez's dating history: Her troubled romance with Justin Bieber, fling with The Weeknd and how she found her 'sexiest man alive' Benny Blanco
 

BENNY BLANCO (PRESENT)

Gomez confirmed her relationship with Blanco last December.

She cuddled up to Benny in a snap shared to her Instagram stories.

She responded with a comment and like on an Instagram post from Popfactions, which suggested she might be in a relationship, following this action.

Additionally, she disclosed that they had been seeing each other for a period of six months now, and moreover, mentioned that he treats her with more care and consideration than any other person does.

Following her announcement of her new relationship, some of Selena’s fans criticized Benny for his past remarks about pop stars who endorse multiple brands, labeling them as artists who lack originality or individuality.

He told podcast host Zach Sang in 2020 something along the lines of, “You realize this is my latest song, and I’m also introducing a makeup collection.

Selena Gomez's dating history: Her troubled romance with Justin Bieber, fling with The Weeknd and how she found her 'sexiest man alive' Benny Blanco

Though some fans saw it as a jab, the multihyphenate appeared unbothered.

In response to a fan labeling her as “corny” for standing by him amidst criticism, Gomez jokingly retorted, “Well, that’s true! He’s still superior to everyone I’ve ever dated. It’s a fact.

In response to a fellow distraught fan who claimed Blanco had “hexed” the star, I shared my heartfelt feelings by saying, “He’s been nothing short of an absolute blessing in my life.

Gomez’s replies didn’t stop there.

One fan penned a lengthy comment accusing Gomez of always choosing to date ‘crusty, problematic music men.’

The individual expressed a desire to pursue a man who is affluent, well-educated, mature, and attractive, shares her values and aspirations, and treats her kindly and respectfully.

Gomez said the analysis of her and Blanco was ‘so off.’

Afterward, she responded sharply to an impolite internet user who insinuated that she couldn’t find someone superior to the music producer if she desired to.

Selena Gomez's dating history: Her troubled romance with Justin Bieber, fling with The Weeknd and how she found her 'sexiest man alive' Benny Blanco
Selena Gomez's dating history: Her troubled romance with Justin Bieber, fling with The Weeknd and how she found her 'sexiest man alive' Benny Blanco
Selena Gomez's dating history: Her troubled romance with Justin Bieber, fling with The Weeknd and how she found her 'sexiest man alive' Benny Blanco

‘I feel bad for you,’ Gomez wrote.

She firmly declared that she would never enter into another relationship with someone like a “toxic boyfriend” again, subtly referring to her past experiences with Justin, following more than a decade of therapeutic healing.

According to Gomez, if her followers truly value her well-being, they will understand that she is most content when she is with Benny.

If it doesn’t matter to you, go ahead and speak as you wish. However, know that I will always make decisions for myself, not based on your words. That’s a rule I’ll always follow. (She wrote this)

‘I’m done. If you can’t accept me at my happiest then don’t be in [my] life at all.’

Some wondered if Selena and Blanco’s surprise romance was just a publicity stunt.

She insisted: ‘Never trolling.’

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