Some brides-to-be dream up their engagement rings through Pinterest boards or diamond fittings. Selena Gomez, on the other hand, may have been manifesting hers for nearly a decade — through a song lyric.
“I’m on my marquise diamonds, I’m a marquise diamond,” she sang in her sultry 2015 hit Good for You. Fast forward to December 2024, and Gomez’s marquise moment has come full circle. The actress and singer announced her engagement to record producer Benny Blanco with a stunning marquise diamond ring that’s every bit as radiant as her lyrics implied.
The Proposal and the Ring Reveal
The announcement broke the internet (naturally) when Gomez posted a heartwarming slideshow on Instagram. Sitting on a picnic blanket surrounded by Taco Bell takeout, she beamed at the camera while showing off the glittering ring on that finger. “Forever begins now,” she wrote in the caption, a testament to her joyful moment with Blanco.
In a candid Instagram story, Gomez gave fans a closer look at the sparkler during a video call, where she exclaimed, “I said yes to this! It’s so pretty.” The reaction from the person on the other end—a high-pitched scream of joy—matched the collective sentiment of Gomez’s fanbase worldwide.
A Jewel Fit for a Queen (or King Louis XV’s Lover)
The marquise diamond, renowned for its distinctive elongated oval shape with pointed ends, is steeped in romantic lore. Its origins date back to 18th-century France, where King Louis XV commissioned a jewel cut to resemble the lips of his mistress, Madame de Pompadour. Today, the marquise is synonymous with elegance and individuality—fitting for Gomez, who has always embraced her unique path.
The engagement ring features a sizable marquise-cut diamond—estimated to weigh over four carats—flanked by smaller diamonds along the band. Experts estimate the ring’s value between $200,000 and $1 million, with the design likely handpicked to align with Gomez’s refined yet personal taste.
A Song Lyric Come to Life
Fans have speculated that Blanco, known for his own artistry as a songwriter and producer, drew inspiration from Gomez’s Good for You lyrics when selecting the ring. Whether coincidence or a poetic nod to her words, the choice feels undeniably intentional. The couple has often shared glimpses of their love story on social media, with Gomez even sporting a Jacquie Aiche ring featuring the letter “B” earlier this year—another small but meaningful tribute to their bond.
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