On September 27, 2025, pop music circles buzzed as Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco officially tied the knot in an intimate yet star-studded ceremony in Santa Barbara. Blanco, whose legal name is Benjamin Joseph Levin, has long been better known behind the scenes as a prolific songwriter and producer. But with marriage to Gomez, he steps more visibly into the spotlight as a dual creative partner and public figure.
From Reston, Va., to hitmaker in Hollywood
Born March 8, 1988, in Reston, Virginia, Blanco began experimenting with music at an early age. He adopted the professional name “benny blanco” and built a career more of substance than fanfare, carving a reputation for crafting polished pop singles for some of the world’s biggest artists.
In the early stages of his career, Blanco was mentored by producer Dr. Luke, working behind the scenes on tracks for acts like Britney Spears, Katy Perry, Kesha, and Taio Cruz. Over time, he graduated into a musical auteur of his own, co-writing and producing songs that cumulatively have moved more than 500 million album-equivalent units.
Though he made his name in the background, Blanco launched his own artist career later. In 2018, he dropped “Eastside” (with Halsey and Khalid), which became his first top-ten hit as a credited lead artist, peaking at #9 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. That track—part of his Friends Keep Secrets catalog—signaled a shift from purely behind-the-scenes to more public-facing roles.
Hit songs: the hits you (might not) know he made
Blanco’s musical fingerprint extends far beyond his solo work. A sampling of his credits:
- “Circus” by Britney Spears (2008) — an early co-writing/producing credit.
- “TiK ToK” by Kesha (2009) — one of the biggest party anthems of its era.
- “Teenage Dream” by Katy Perry (2010) — a defining pop ballad of the 2010s.
- “Moves Like Jagger” by Maroon 5 & Christina Aguilera (2010) — Blanco had a hand in crafting the hook.
- “Bad Decisions” with BTS and Snoop Dogg (2022) — one of Blanco’s more recent hits as lead collaborator.
- “I Can’t Get Enough” (2019) — a track featuring Selena Gomez and J Balvin, foreshadowing their eventual artistic partnership.
Through these and many others, Blanco has amassed 29 number-one hits (as a writer/producer) across genres.
In 2025, he and Gomez released a joint collaborative album titled I Said I Love You First, a move that further blurred the lines between his behind-the-scenes identity and public artistry.
Financials: estimated net worth and assets
According to multiple reputable sources, Benny Blanco’s net worth is estimated at approximately USD 50 million in 2025. His income derives from a combination of songwriting royalties, production credits, publishing, record sales (for his solo or collaborative tracks), and consequential catalog sales.
One notable milestone: in 2019, Blanco reportedly sold 93 songs from his catalogue to Hipgnosis Songs Fund. While the exact sum was undisclosed, estimates suggest the deal could have netted tens of millions.
Beyond music, Blanco has invested in real estate. He has bought and sold high-end properties — for example, his Chelsea, New York condo was sold in 2024 for roughly $3.6 million. In 2024, Blanco and Gomez jointly took a $22.75 million mortgage on a $35 million Beverly Hills estate.
Critics and analysts note that Blanco’s €50 million net worth, while substantial, pales beside Gomez’s public valuation (often estimated in the high hundreds of millions or more). However, his financial acumen and catalog holdings ensure he remains an influential figure in music income streams.
Looking ahead: influence, legacy, and public role
With his marriage to Selena Gomez, Benny Blanco enters a new chapter in personal and professional life. Their union represents not only a romantic alliance but also a merging of musical legacies. Their I Said I Love You First project has already shaped public expectations of future collaborations.
As an artist-producer hybrid, Blanco’s evolution may accelerate: he’s no longer just the invisible architect of hits but increasingly a recognized face in his own right. Whether he continues to balance behind-the-scenes production with front-line performance — or leans further into one role — he carries with him a formidable catalogue and a network of industry relationships few can match.
For now, Perez, Perry, Kesha, Rihanna, Ed Sheeran, Justin Bieber, BTS — the constellation of artists he has influenced — stand as testament to his reach. As a newly married public figure, Blanco’s trajectory will be watched more closely than ever — by fans, tabloids, and the music industry alike.
