Selena Gomez celebrates turning 33 with Taylor Swift, Benny Blanco, and an emotional year-end tribute

As Selena Gomez prepares to celebrate her 33rd birthday, she’s looking back at a year she calls the “most beautiful” of her life — and, unsurprisingly, Taylor Swift was right there by her side.

In a heartfelt Instagram post on 20 July, Gomez shared a carousel of intimate photos capturing joyful moments with her loved ones. At the centre of the celebration was a new snap with her long-time best friend, Taylor Swift. The image showed the two pop icons nestled into a pile of metallic balloons, dressed in festive, glittering outfits, clearly in the middle of a private celebration.

Gomez, reaching towards the camera with a glowing smile, sat beside Swift, who leaned in close, gazing up into the lens. The photo radiated warmth, friendship, and a sense of shared history between the two megastars — a bond that stretches back over 15 years.

In the same carousel, Gomez posted several romantic shots with her fiancé, producer Benny Blanco. The couple — who got engaged in December 2024 — shared a kiss in one photo and wrapped themselves around each other in another. In a third snap, Gomez sat on the ground clinging to Blanco’s leg while surrounded by friends. Her signature sparkle wasn’t just in her outfit, but in the energy she brought to every frame.

Solo, the Only Murders in the Building actress stunned in a fuzzy coat layered over her shimmering pantsuit. Every picture in the dump seemed carefully chosen to capture the joy and closeness that has defined her past year.

“This past year has truly been the most beautiful year of my life,” she wrote in the caption. “And I owe so much of that to all of you.”

She continued with gratitude: “Thank you for your unwavering love and kindness. Whether you cheered me on from the sidelines, shared in my highs and lows, or simply offered a listening ear, you have made this year unforgettable.”

Gomez’s reflective message struck an emotional chord with her fans, as she expressed humility and appreciation for the people who supported her journey. “As I step into this new year, I’m filled with excitement and hope for what’s to come. I look forward to sharing more moments with all of you, creating new memories, and continuing this beautiful journey together. MADLY LOVE YOU ALL 🥳.”

The post came just two days ahead of her official birthday on 22 July. Swift, who is currently dating NFL star Travis Kelce, was last spotted with Gomez during a night out in New York City on 31 May, dining at The Monkey Bar — a moment also captured by fans and shared online.

Their friendship, which began back in 2008 when both dated Jonas Brothers, has evolved from teenage stardom into one of Hollywood’s most enduring bonds. From public birthday tributes to musical shout-outs and social media love, their loyalty to one another has been consistent.

Most recently, Gomez applauded Swift for reclaiming her master recordings, posting on Instagram, “Yes you did that Tay. So proud!” And when Gomez announced her engagement to Blanco, Swift was quick to comment: “Yes I will be the flower girl.”

As Gomez enters her next chapter, it’s clear she does so surrounded by love — from her fiancé, her fans, and of course, her best friend of nearly two decades, Taylor Swift.