Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco's dating timeline: Inside their blossoming relationship from engagement rumours to passionate kisses while partying with Taylor Swift

   

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco sent fans wild when they revealed they had been secretly dating for six months.

The singer, 31, and the music producer, 35, confirmed their relationship with a cuddled up snap shared to her Instagram Story in December. 

The couple kept details of their relationship private - but fans began to speculate the possibility that they were together when Selena commented on one of his photos a month prior. 

Since the confirmation, Selena and Benny have not shied away from offering an insight into their romance, from sparking engagement rumours to putting on a loved-up display at her best friend Taylor Swift's birthday party. 

So, what we do know about Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco's relationship timeline? Here MailOnline has everything you need to know.

Selena Gomez, 31, and Benny Blanco, 35, sent fans wild when they revealed they had been secretly dating for six months

Selena Gomez, 31, and Benny Blanco, 35, sent fans wild when they revealed they had been secretly dating for six months

The singer and the music producer later confirmed their relationship in December, but when did it all start? Here, MailOnline takes a look (pictured this week)

The singer and the music producer later confirmed their relationship in December, but when did it all start? Here, MailOnline takes a look (pictured this week)

OCTOBER 2020: FANS THINK BENNY 'THREW SHADE' AT SELENA

In 2020, Benny appeared to throw shade at Selena, when he appeared to praise her ex-boyfriend Justin Bieber and criticise her in a thinly-veiled insult.

Benny worked with Justin on his song Lonely, which was released in 2021.

He gushed about Justin in an interview he did with Zach Sang in 2020 while appearing to insult stars who also have makeup lines.

Selena founded her makeup brand Rare Beauty in 2020.

'Justin's not one of those cookie-cutter pop artists. Like you know, they're like, "This is my new single and here's my makeup line." And he's like, Justin's like, "Yo. I have a pimple and I have anxiety today." He's always been upfront about that stuff,' Benny said.

'For me, I think he's really falling into himself as an adult now. It's brave to put this song out,' he added. 

JULY 2023: BENNY ATTENDS SELENA'S BIRTHDAY 

Three years later in July 2023, Benny attended Selena's 31st birthday party, with her arm seductively around his waist - as he stood behind her, which also included guest Paris Hilton

Three years later in July 2023, Benny attended Selena's 31st birthday party, with her arm seductively around his waist - as he stood behind her, which also included guest Paris Hilton

Three years later in July 2023, Benny attended Selena's 31st birthday party, with her arm seductively around his waist - as he stood behind her. 

Selena has previously hinted during filming of her holiday special Selena + Chef that she has a crush on someone - but did not give hints on who. 

The star shared a glimpse into her party by posting a number of snaps to her Instagram, with a caption that simply read '31.' 

In the update, she mingled with A-list pals including Paris Hilton, Christina Aguilera, Karol G and Sabrina Claudio. 

NOVEMBER 2023: EAGLE-EYED FOLLOWERS SPOT COMMENTS 

Selena commented on Benny's Instagram post about his new cookbook 'Open Wide'

Selena commented on Benny's Instagram post about his new cookbook 'Open Wide'

Selena commented on Benny's Instagram post about his new cookbook 'Open Wide.'

She simply wrote 'Finally' adding hands up emojis, per Popfactions.

She also reposted it in her stories and said: 'One of my favs releasing a cook book [sic].' 

The social media site also posted an Instagram story post from Benny that he shared recently.

In the stories, he holds up a handwritten note he says is from his girlfriend - as he holds it up in the air slightly blocking a woman sleeping in front of him - who seemingly looks like Selena. 

The handwritten note said: 'I am so bloated please do not squeeze/hold onto my waist tonight or I'll fart a hole through the sheets. Love you,' with a smiley face, heart and air being released image drawn on it. 

He captioned the image of the letter and the woman who appears to be a sleeping Selena with: 'My gf left this warning for me on my pillow.

DECEMBER 2023: RELATIONSHIP CONFIRMED  

Selena finally confirmed her relationship with music producer Benny in December

Selena finally confirmed her relationship with music producer Benny in December 

The snap comes after she wrote 'Facts' underneath the Popfactions Instagram that said the star 'seemingly confirms' that she's 'in a relationship'

The snap comes after she wrote 'Facts' underneath the Popfactions Instagram that said the star 'seemingly confirms' that she's 'in a relationship'

Selena finally confirmed her relationship with music producer Benny in December. 

The singer/actress cuddled up to Benny in a snap she posted to her Instagram Stories on Thursday, December 7.

Selena had her head on his shoulder in the snap - with Benny's face cut off in the image.

The snap comes after she liked and commented 'Facts' underneath the Popfactions Instagram - that said the star 'seemingly confirms' that she's 'in a relationship.'

After she shared her cuddled up snap with Benny, Selena's fans criticized her - because of his previous jabs at her.

She also revealed they have been dating for six months and that he treats her better than anyone else.

DECEMBER 2023: ENGAGEMENT RUMOURS BEGIN SWIRLING 

Selena was spotted showing off a diamond-encrusted 'B' initial on her finger, in tribute to her love

Selena was spotted showing off a diamond-encrusted 'B' initial on her finger, in tribute to her love 

Selena was spotted showing off a diamond-encrusted 'B' initial on her finger, in tribute to her love. 

Uploading a black and white image to her Instagram Story, she debuted the new jewellery on her engagement ring finger. 

Jewellery experts predict the stunning ring costs around $7.5k with Steven Stone's leading diamond expert, Maxwell Stone, telling MailOnline: 'Having seemingly confirmed her relationship with Benny Blanco just yesterday, Selena Gomez has shared a photo to her Instagram story that implies she's incredibly smitten...

'Just the singer and actresses hand is in shot and she's showcasing a dazzling Love Letter ring that features a diamond studded initial 'B' and what appears to be a round cut diamond. I'd estimate it to be worth $7.5k.'

DECEMBER 2023: TAYLOR SWIFT'S 34TH BIRTHDAY PARTY 

Selena put on a yet another loved-up display with her boyfriend Benny in new snaps shared to her Instagram from her best friend Taylor Swift 's 34th birthday

Selena put on a yet another loved-up display with her boyfriend Benny in new snaps shared to her Instagram from her best friend Taylor Swift 's 34th birthday 

In the second photo Benny had his arms around Selena as she flashed a bright smile for the camera

In the second photo Benny had his arms around Selena as she flashed a bright smile for the camera 

Another snap saw her celebrating with birthday girl Taylor and pals, with a large birthday cake and lit candles in front of them

Another snap saw her celebrating with birthday girl Taylor and pals, with a large birthday cake and lit candles in front of them 

Selena put on a yet another loved-up display with her boyfriend Benny in new snaps shared to her Instagram from her best friend Taylor Swift's 34th birthday.

In the black and white photograph she was seen laying in the music producer's lap as he leaned down to kiss her, with Selena gently holding his head with her hand.

Another snap saw Benny embrace Selena as they posed with a number of their friends. 

'New York, my favourite moments w you this week,' Gomez captioned the post, along with a white heart emoji. 

In the second photo Benny had his arms around Selena as she flashed a bright smile for the camera. 

Another snap saw her celebrating with birthday girl Taylor and pals, with a large birthday cake and lit candles in front of them. 

JANUARY 2024: BENNY SHARES ADORABLE PHOTOS WITH SELENA

Selena looked adorable as she smiled in two close-up photos, shared by Benny in January

Selena looked adorable as she smiled in two close-up photos, shared by Benny in January 

The images were taken outdoors with the singer wearing a black wool coat as she posed with her red manicured hands near her face

The images were taken outdoors with the singer wearing a black wool coat as she posed with her red manicured hands near her face 

Benny's posts came just days after the Same Old Love hitmaker shared snaps with him during their date night

Benny's posts came just days after the Same Old Love hitmaker shared snaps with him during their date night 

Selena looked adorable as she smiled in two close-up photos, shared by Benny in January. 

The images were taken outdoors with the singer wearing a black wool coat as she posed with her red manicured hands near her face.

Benny's posts came just days after the Same Old Love hitmaker shared snaps with him during their date night.

The actress took to her Instagram Story to post several photos of herself and the musician at an exhibit with kaleidoscope mirrors.

She held her phone up to capture the moment, giggling as he wrapped his arms around her.