Selena Gomez married music producer Benny Blanco in a dreamy and private ceremony at a Santa Barbara resort. The wedding was a star-studded event filled with love, laughter, and emotional moments. However, one particular choice made by Selena caught her family off guard. Instead of asking her mother, Mandy Teefey, to walk her down the aisle, Selena chose her grandfather, David Cornett, for the honor. This decision reportedly left her mother and stepfather, Brian Teefey, deeply upset.
Grandfather’s Emotional Role
An insider told Daily Mail that David and his wife, Debbie, were overwhelmed with emotion when Selena asked him to give her away.“Selena’s mother and her stepfather Brian were shattered she didn’t choose her mother to walk her down the aisle. In a shock move, she chose her grandfather, David, to give her away to Benny. David and his wife Debbie broke down in tears of joy when she asked him. Selena made the decision as soon as they started planning the wedding," the source revealed. The insider emphasized that this was not a last-minute decision. Selena had decided on this arrangement early in the wedding planning process.
Mother’s Public Reaction
While reports suggested Mandy was upset, her public reaction told a different story. She appeared genuinely happy as she celebrated her daughter’s big day on Instagram. She shared heartfelt words about the event, writing, “What a perfect celebration for the most kick ass couple I know. The evening couldn’t have been more beautiful and perfect. Absolutely flawless. All my love to my beautiful daughter Selena Gomez and to the greatest son in law Benny Blanco. It was a fairytale come true and it was beyond heartwarming watching my father walk her down the aisle." Her post suggested pride and joy rather than disappointment.
Star-Studded Guest List
The wedding brought together several of Selena’s closest friends and fellow celebrities. According to People, Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran played a special role by delivering heartfelt speeches during the reception.
A source shared more details about the lively celebration, saying,“At the reception, everyone was letting loose and celebrating them well into the night. The vibe was so much fun. They were glowing all night, and both Selena and Benny couldn’t stop smiling. There was so much love in the room."
Other notable guests included Steve Martin, Martin Short, Paul Rudd, Paris Hilton, SZA, Camila Cabello, Cara Delevingne, Eric Andre, Finneas, Edgar Ramirez, and Zoe Saldana.
A Celebration Filled With Love
The ceremony was not only about two people coming together but also about family bonds and deep emotions. Selena’s choice to have her grandfather walk her down the aisle added a personal and touching moment to the celebration.
With loved ones by their side and stars lighting up the evening, Selena and Benny’s wedding was described as magical and unforgettable — a true fairytale ending for the couple.