Selena Gomez and her fiancé, Benny Blanco, are reportedly frustrated with the constant teasing about his physical appearance. The couple’s latest encounter with ridicule occurred during the 2025 Golden Globe Awards when comedian Nikki Glaser made a joke about Blanco’s looks, drawing laughter from the audience.
This comment, which followed months of online trolling and social media mockery, has reportedly angered Gomez. Insiders reveal that the couple is tired of being the target of such jokes, particularly the “Beauty and the Beast” comparisons. Fans frequently question what Gomez sees in Blanco, often commenting that his looks must not be the reason for their relationship.
A source told Radar Online, “They’re constantly mocked and trolled by fans, especially over his looks. It’s something they deal with all the time.” The insider also explained that the ongoing harassment is taking a toll on Blanco, who finds it difficult to ignore the mockery. “For Benny, it must be tough, especially with all the negative attention he’s receiving.”
Gomez, according to sources, is particularly upset by the repeated jokes. “She doesn’t understand why people won’t stop. They deal with this daily on social media, and they’re fed up with it,” the source added.
During the Golden Globes in January 2025, Glaser targeted Gomez and Blanco’s engagement in a segment of her comedy monologue. Glaser poked fun at the couple by saying, “She’s here tonight with her new fiancé, Benny Blanco. And Benny Blanco is here because of the genie who granted him that wish. Man, lucky guy.” While the joke provoked laughter in the room, Gomez reportedly took offense.
A source close to Gomez said, “Selena’s position is clear: if people want to make fun of her, fine, but don’t make jokes about Benny.” They added that both Gomez and Blanco are finding it increasingly difficult to handle the continued ridicule. “Anyone who knows Benny understands that he’s a sensitive guy.”
Fans have expressed empathy for Blanco, with one person commenting on social media, “It’s frustrating to see him constantly ridiculed. No one should have to deal with being called hideous all the time. Even if he’s brushing it off, it must be hard.”
Another fan expressed similar sentiments, “You could tell he was hurt by the Golden Globes joke. It’s not just the trolls; it’s everywhere.” A third fan added, “Benny has really grown on me. I can see why Selena loves him—he’s a really cool guy.”
However, not all fans are sympathetic to Blanco’s situation. Some feel that he is making himself an easy target for mockery. One fan suggested, “Maybe he should try combing his hair or dressing up more. It would help his image.” Another fan agreed, saying, “A simple haircut and a little grooming could make a big difference.”
Despite the criticism, Gomez and Blanco remain strong, with Gomez announcing their engagement on Instagram on December 11. She shared a series of pictures, including a close-up of her engagement ring and a photo of the couple laughing and celebrating together. The post was captioned, “forever begins now,” while Blanco responded with, “hey wait… that’s my wife.” Friends and fans flooded the post with congratulations, with Taylor Swift joking, “Yes, I’ll be the flower girl,” and Cardi B writing, “Waiiiitttt hold on.”
While the couple faces public scrutiny, their bond remains firm, and they are determined to navigate through the challenges together.
