Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco to Replace First Dance with THIS Jewish Tradition; Here’s Surprising Reason Why

During her latest chat on the Table Manners with Jessie and Lennie Ware podcast, Selena Gomez shared that she might forgo the popular custom of a first dance as bride and groom at her upcoming wedding with fiancé Benny Blanco.

Gomez expressed that she doesn’t believe the situation calls for what they might be referring to, as it makes her feel a bit awkward. Blanco then agreed, explaining that Gomez tends to be more reserved.

As a lifestyle enthusiast, I’d say: Instead of the usual tradition, I might opt for something more heartfelt by sharing a significant dance moment with a loved one other than my partner at an upcoming event, just like Selena Gomez did.

Actress from “The Only Murders in the Building” revealed that she intends to dance with her maternal grandfather. She also explained the touching motivation behind this special decision.

Gomez expressed that his mom didn’t have him walk her down the aisle because instead, she chose to go to Las Vegas and celebrate in an exciting way at age 26, where she has been with his father ever since. He shared that he found it adorable but wanted to let his grandfather have the chance to participate in that special moment instead.

Despite skipping the first dance, Gomez has agreed to participate in the Hora – a traditional Jewish chair dance – as a tribute to Blanco’s heritage. She confessed her apprehension about it, revealing that while the dance appears adorable and enjoyable, she was taken aback by the thought of relying solely on a chair for support.

Host Jessie Ware, who incorporated the Hora into her own wedding ceremony, comforted Gomez by likening it to the ultimate act of trust and explained that her bridesmaids had to lift her during the dance due to its vigor. In response, Gomez humorously expressed concern about the chair’s cushioning, to which Ware playfully replied that she was confident everything would be alright.

In December 2023, it was confirmed that Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco were in a relationship, and they announced their engagement a year later. On Instagram in December 2024, Gomez posted a picture of her engagement ring with the caption, “Our journey together begins now.

In 2013, the couple got acquainted for the first time thanks to Mandy Teefey, Selena Gomez’s mother. Later on, they worked together on music projects as reported by PEOPLE. Blanco participated in producing two of Gomez’s tracks from her 2015 album, namely “Kill Em With Kindness” and “Same Old Love.

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2025-05-01 08:52