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Benny Blanco, Selena Gomez’s partner, wants to leave a lasting impression. From renting a botanical garden for a romantic date with Selena to frying up his favorite Texas pickles for a Valentine’s Day surprise, he’s done it all.

Benny Blanco and Selena Gomez have been together for over a year now. (Photo credits: Instagram)

He cooks, he hosts, he loves and he crushes absolutely everything in every area of ​​life. Benny Blanco, Grammy-nominated producer, TikTok sensation and boyfriend of one of the biggest stars in the world, has figured out how to balance fame, love and being a really cool guy. And no, he doesn’t play any games when it comes to matters of the heart. Benny Blanco, who has reportedly been dating Selena Gomez since 2023, is no stranger to attention, but he’s grounded in his roots. Growing up in Virginia, he was surrounded by love and support.

“I’ve always felt pretty confident,” said Benny Blanco, 36, whose impressive list of collaborations includes hits for Ed Sheeran and Lana Del Rey. “My mom would tell me, ‘You’re the best,’ and my brother was always so nice to me. He always led the way, always made sure people were nice to me,” Benny told People.

With a sense of humor that keeps things light and a wardrobe that oozes style, Benny seeks to redefine masculinity, with an emphasis on chivalry. He is an advocate for keeping it real, especially when it comes to dating. For him, it’s all about being present and thoughtful, not flashy or over-the-top.

In his recent interaction with People, he shared some simple yet useful tips for success in life and love.

Learn to cook

Even if you can’t cook to save your life, all that matters is giving it a try. “Even if you suck at cooking, your partner will appreciate it because you made it,” Benny said.

On the other hand, he loves perfecting a dish. “I learned how to recreate Taco Bell meat. I’ve been practicing a lot, and I think it’s pretty indistinguishable now if you put them side by side,” Benny pointed out. Turns out even gourmet Taco Bells can be made at home, and for Benny, effort makes a difference. “Try to be chivalrous: tell her how pretty she is. Chivalry is not dead,” he added.

Make first dates memorable

A first date should be something worth talking about. “You want your partner to leave and be like, ‘Oh my God, I’m calling all my friends.’ It was the craziest thing,” Benny said. He wants to leave a lasting impression. Whether it’s renting a botanical garden for a romantic date with Selena or frying his favorite Texas pickles for a surprise for valentine’s day, the key is to listen and pay attention to the little details “The #1 thing you should do on a date is just listen to what the person is saying. Don’t talk about yourself all the time,” he added.

Confidence in your style

When it comes to fashion, Benny isn’t interested in brand names, he’s interested in what looks good on him. “If you’re wearing the most expensive thing that just came out, you’re not in fashion. You’re just a person who spends your money,” he explained. Mixing high-end pieces with thrifted finds is his secret to looking effortlessly cool. And for Benny, the heels are a must.

Prioritize self-care

Being a gentleman also means taking care of yourself. “Don’t stink. Do all of that,” Benny advised. He has a solid skincare routine thanks to his facialist, Lindsay, and while he’s a big believer in self-care, he doesn’t overdo it with showers. And when he When it comes to perfume, Benny likes a mix of masculine and feminine notes “I want to smell like tobacco but also like cotton candy, I want there to be an aroma when I walk by,” he said.

Host like a pro

Dinners are Benny’s thing. He loves to host, especially when he mixes different groups of friends. “I want someone who writes songs sitting next to an 80-year-old florist. I want a 3-year-old sitting next to a scientist,” he said. His secret to a big party? For him, the atmosphere is just as important. “I want to create a small world,” he said From Vietnamese banana leaf dinners to themed meetings, Benny’s goal is always to make his guests feel like they’re entering a new world.

Treat your mother like a queen

Benny’s relationship with his mother is nothing short of special. “My mom is my best friend,” he joked, sharing that Sundays are for farmers markets, cooking, and gossiping. He is also committed to continuing the tradition of Mother’s Day, giving her a new orchid each year. “She’s so good at taking care of them,” he added admiringly.

Giving a thoughtful gift is an art

Giving a gift does not mean buying something off the shelf, it is all about listening and finding something meaningful. “Most of my gifts are handmade,” he said. Whether it’s framing a Six Flags ticket for your first date or creating something personal, the idea behind the gift is what matters. “For Valentine’s Day, I bought her Taco Bell, made her movie nachos, found her favorite Texas pickles and fried them for her,” he revealed to People.

Say no to ghosting

Ghost? Not for Benny. “Totally ghost someone – I’ve never done that. You have to be demonic to completely ghost someone,” he emphasized. Benny believes in treating others the same way you would want your mother to be treated, always keeping empathy at the forefront He explained: “I always think that every time I do something like that, I’ll think of my mother and I’ll say, ‘Oh, I want to treat this person like I would treat my mother.’