Confidence is the key to a healthy relationship.
At least according to Trace Cyrus, who took a moment to weigh in on Benny Blanco’s recent comments suggesting he thinks fiancée Selena Gomez is out of his league.
Trace posted a screenshot of a headline reading, “Benny Blanco Admits He’s Scared Selena Gomez Will Leave Him,” in a March 6 Instagram Story, adding that if he continues to think that the Only Murders in the Building star is out of his league that will be the “nail in the coffin for the relationship.”
“Men don’t have to be attractive to be with a beautiful woman,” the guitarist, 36, older brother to Selena’s longtime pal Miley Cyrus, captioned the story. “They just need to have confidence.”
But while he had advice for Benny about his confidence, Trace praised the singer for what he knows about him.
“I don’t know Benny personally but I love him as a producer and have watched every podcast he’s done,” the Metro Station alum noted. “Love his personality. And in my view she’s just as lucky to be with him as he is with her. That’s the mindset he needs if the relationship is going to last.”
“Unfortunately nice guys really do finish last. I hope he doesn’t let all the press and jokes get to him about their relationship,” he continued. “Confidence is key as a man.”
Since announcing their relationship publicly in December 2023, Selena, 32, and Benny, 36, haven’t shied away from putting their love on display.
“The Lose You to Love Me” singer famously kept her personal life out of the spotlight, so highlighting her romance with the producer is no accident, explaining to The Hollywood Reporter in November 2024, “I guess this is the safest I’ve ever felt in one and I see a future with this person.”
And the praise for one another goes both ways. “It’s so good because I get her out, and she calms me down when I need it,” Benny shared in a joint interview with Interview on Feb. 14. “She’s the first person that I’ve been with where I’m like, ‘I don’t even give a f-ck what’s going on. I could sit in this bed with you for 72 hours and feel like I didn’t miss anything.’”
He went on to describe Selena as “heroin and Xanax combined.”
“Whenever I’m feeling anything but perfect, she knows the exact thing to say,” he added. “I’m so pissed that it took this long. It’s like, ‘How did we not figure this out sooner?’”
Keep reading to see their cutest moments as a couple…
Blossoming Romance
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco began dating in July 2023, around Selena’s birthday, Benny said on the Howard Stern Show in May 2024.
But they only began to spark romance rumors in late 2023. That December, Selena confirmed the speculation, commenting on a fan page’s Instagram post, regarding Benny, “He is my absolute everything in my heart.”
She continued, “Why has he been the best thing that’s ever happened to me. He’s still better than anyone I’ve ever been with.”
The Rare Beauty founder also shared a photo on her Instagram Story of her leaning her head on what looked to be Benny’s chest.
With This Ring…
Selena later shared this pic on her Instagram Stories, which shows her wearing a bejeweled “B” ring.
That Kiss
…including a pic of the two kissing.
Quality Time
Also in December 2023, Selena shared several photos of herself hanging out in New York City with Benny and their friends.i
Appreciating Art
Two days after Christmas 2023, Selena shared new pics of the couple at what appeared to be an art exhibit.
PDA Alert
Selena posted this pic of herself and Benny one day before New Year’s Eve 2023.
Slam Dunk Date Night
The pair attended the Los Angeles Lakers’ home game against the Miami Heat in January 2024.
Can’t Keep Their Hands to Themselves
The couple packed on PDA in this February 2024 snapshot.
Happy Birthday Benny
Selena shared a tribute to her boyfriend on his 36th birthday in March 2024.
Birthday Tribute
“Happy birthday baby!” Selena wrote on her Instagram. “Your emotional endurance, positive disposition, unbelievable talent (that blows me away), undeniable humor and loving, kind heart absolutely kill me. I love you @itsbennyblanco.”
PDA Alert
Selena included this kissing pic in her birthday tribute to Benny.
Naughty PDA Alert
…and these couple’s pics as well.
Open Book
Selena celebrated the release of Benny’s Open Wide in April 2024, captioning photos of the pair enjoying a cake shaped like his cookbook, “So proud.”
Happy Fourth of July
Selena shared this pic of the two on Independence Day 2024.
Who Said “I Love You” First?
In July 2024, just ahead of their first dating anniversary, the two answered a viral “Who’s Most Likely To” TikTok challenge, during which they were asked who was the first to say “I love you” to the other person. The answer? Selena.
Getting Cozy
Selena and Benny cuddled up in cute photos in July 2024 following her 32nd birthday.
Night Adventures
The actress captioned a gallery of summer photos, “Thank you for sharing your life with me today and everyday.”
Beach Babes
The musicians soaked up the sun together on lounge chairs.
Dinner Date
Selena shared a silly pic of the two enjoying a bite.
Summer of Love
They’re just loving each other like a love song, baby.
Incognito
The two were bundled up with masks on during one of their outings.
Pucker Up!
In another snap, Selena wore Benny’s beanie as they pursed their lips for the camera.
Not Single Soon
The “Eastside” artist gave Selena a kiss on the cheek in a sweet summer snap in July 2024.
Good for You
He wrapped his arms around her in another adorable Instagram pic.
She Said Yes!
“Forever begins now,” Selena wrote in December 2024, while revealing their engagement. Benny quipped in the comments, “hey wait… that’s my wife.”
Golden Couple
The couple enjoyed a date night at the 2025 Golden Globes.
Red Carpet Debut
Benny and Selena made their first joint red carpet appearance at the 2025 Emmys.
Tying the Knot
The pair got married in Santa Barbara, Calif., on Sept. 27, 2025, with guests including Taylor Swift, Martin Short, Steve Martin and Paul Rudd.
