Hold onto your hats, pop culture enthusiasts! Selena Gomez just gave us an unforgettable peek behind the curtain of her love life, and it involves a very unexpected side effect from a first kiss. Forget red carpets and chart-topping hits, we’re talking about a rash! Yep, Yahoo News New Zealand spilled the tea on this hilariously awkward moment with Benny Blanco, and trust us, you won’t want to miss the details.
The Kiss That Started It All
Selena Gomez’s nervous reaction to her first kiss with Benny Blanco is a story that will leave you smiling. The singer-actress recently recalled how the moment got her so worked up that her skin broke out in a reaction that left her “a little embarrassed.”
Selena Gomez’s Nervous Reaction
While appearing on an episode of Table Manners With Jessie and Lennie Ware posted Wednesday (April 30), Gomez and the producer both gushed about the day they first locked lips early on in their relationship, which started in mid-2023.
According to Blanco, the two were playing the get-to-know-you game We’re Not Really Strangers on their second date when one of the prompts directed them to take a selfie.
“She got right on my chest and took a selfie, and then right after, I just looked at her and I said, ‘I gotta kiss this girl,'” Blanco said, with Gomez adding, “It was a very good kiss.”
Selena’s Unexpected Response
The kiss was so good, in fact, that the Only Murders in the Building star’s face started to betray her.
The Rash That Gave It Away
“Her heart started beating quickly, she started getting a rash on her face, and she was so nervous,” the “Eastside” musician recalled, joking that the rash was actually because “I was so disgusting and repulsive.”
In reality, Gomez says her skin became inflamed simply because she “hadn’t liked anyone in a very long time.”
“When you feel something behind the kiss, it’s completely different,” she explained. “I had been alone for about five years with the exception of a few s–tty dates here and there, but never felt that way … I was a little embarrassed, but he was like, ‘Are you OK?’ And I was like, ‘No, no, I’m fine.’ I didn’t want to be like, ‘I like you, I really like you.'”
Selena’s Explanation for Her Nervousness
Selena Gomez could barely calm down when she kissed fiancé Benny Blanco for the first time, with the singer-actress recently recalling how the moment got her so worked up, her skin broke out in a reaction that left her “a little embarrassed.”
Gomez explained that her skin became inflamed simply because she “hadn’t liked anyone in a very long time.” “When you feel something behind the kiss, it’s completely different,” she explained. “I had been alone for about five years with the exception of a few s–tty dates here and there, but never felt that way … I was a little embarrassed, but he was like, ‘Are you OK?’ And I was like, ‘No, no, I’m fine.’ I didn’t want to be like, ‘I like you, I really like you.’”
The Couple’s Dating Experience
Selena’s Punctuality Obsession
The couple has been together ever since, with Blanco asking his fiancée to marry him in December. Shortly after their engagement, the couple dropped a joint album titled I Said I Love You First, which debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200.
Benny Blanco exposed that Selena Gomez got so “nervous” when they had their first kiss that she developed a rash. “Towards the end of the date, we were just sitting in the living room on the couch and we were playing [the card game] ‘We’re Not Really Strangers,’” the music producer shared during their joint appearance on Wednesday’s episode of Jessie and Lennie Ware’s “Table Manners” podcast.
Benny Blanco recalled Gomez being nervous on the “Table Manners” podcast episode Wednesday. Blanco said, “Her heart started beating quickly, and she started getting a rash on her face … she was so nervous.”
Gomez said she was scared because she hadn’t liked somebody like that in a very long time. Lennie asked if Gomez was “allergic” to Blanco, prompting him to joke, “She was, yeah. I was so disgusting and repulsive.”
The 32-year-old singer jumped in to explain that she was anxious because she hadn’t “liked anyone in a very long time.”
“So some kisses are for fun and then when you feel something behind a kiss, it’s completely different,” Gomez said. “And I’d been alone for about five years, with the exception of a few s–tty dates here and there, but never felt that way. And I was a little embarrassed.”
Benny’s Amusement at Selena’s Early Arrivals
Benny Blanco noted that Gomez didn’t realize he had cameras down the block and could see when she pulled up early. “Her car would just be parked outside for like 30 minutes, and she would just wait until it was time to come in,” Blanco laughed.
Gomez admitted that neither of them had shared her obsession with promptness until now. Blanco proposed to Gomez in December 2024. He presented her with a marquise diamond as a nod to one of their hit songs together.
The Significance of Their First Kiss
The Difference Between Kissing for Fun and Kissing with Feelings
Selena Gomez explained that there was a difference between kissing for fun and kissing when feelings are involved. She said, “So some kisses are for fun and then when you feel something behind a kiss, it’s completely different.”
Gomez further explained that she was anxious because she hadn’t liked anyone in a very long time. She said, “I had been alone for about five years, with the exception of a few s–tty dates here and there, but never felt that way. And I was a little embarrassed.”
The Start of Something Special for the Couple
The couple has been together ever since, with Blanco asking his fiancée to marry him in December. Shortly after their engagement, the couple dropped a joint album titled I Said I Love You First, which debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200.
The couple started secretly dating in June 2023. Once they went public, they continuously popped out for date nights.
Conclusion
Selena Gomez’s candid confession about her disastrous first kiss with Benny Blanco has sparked a wave of online buzz. The story, recounted on the “Call Her Daddy” podcast, paints a humorous picture of a teenage Selena navigating the uncharted waters of romance. While the incident itself might seem like a lighthearted anecdote, it reflects a broader truth about the awkwardness and vulnerability that often accompany first experiences.
Gomez’s willingness to share this seemingly embarrassing moment with such openness resonates with her fans, reminding them that even celebrities experience the same growing pains and social anxieties. It’s a powerful reminder that authenticity and vulnerability can be incredibly endearing, breaking down the barriers between celebrities and their audiences. As Gomez continues to evolve both personally and professionally, her willingness to embrace these unguarded moments will likely only strengthen her connection with fans, solidifying her status as a relatable and inspiring figure.
What this story truly highlights is the power of sharing our imperfections. By letting down our guard and embracing the awkwardness, we create space for genuine connection and understanding. Perhaps Selena’s rash-inducing kiss is a reminder that vulnerability is not weakness, but a key ingredient in building authentic relationships.