Hollywood’s golden girl Selena Gomez is no stranger to headlines — but this time, it’s not just about the glitz and glam. The pop star and actress is reportedly gearing up to tie the knot with music producer Benny Blanco, but behind the scenes, their fairytale wedding is tangled in rumors, awkward interviews, celebrity shade, and a family scandal that’s too messy to ignore.

THE SECRET WEDDING EVERYONE’S TALKING ABOUT

While Selena and Benny have remained tight-lipped about the specifics, multiple sources — including an accidentally loose-lipped Ed Sheeran — have confirmed that save-the-dates have been sent. Ed, who casually spilled the beans on a red carpet, is allegedly on the guest list, along with a slew of A-list stars. The wedding is expected to be an extravagant, star-studded event filled with celebrity opulence — and apparently, cornbread.

Yes, you read that right. According to Benny Blanco, the only part of the wedding that’s been officially decided is the food — and Selena is obsessed with corn. From casseroles to cornbread and even fried rice from Benihana, the wedding menu sounds more like a global buffet than a gourmet wedding spread. And don’t forget the challah bread, which Benny insists must be made by celebrity cookbook author Jake Cohen. Confused? You’re not alone.

FROM HONEYMOON TO HONEYTRAP: JUSTIN BIEBER’S REACTION

But what’s a Selena Gomez headline without a shadow of her ex, Justin Bieber?

Fans couldn’t help but notice that songs on Selena and Benny’s deluxe album “I Said I Love You First” seem to throw some serious shade at Justin and his wife, Hailey Bieber. Lyrics like “How does it feel to be forgotten?” and “You said you were sorry for everything you put on me” don’t leave much to the imagination. The internet lit up with theories — was Selena finally spilling years of bottled-up pain?

In what appears to be a subtle clapback, Justin posted an old Instagram note from Hailey about forgiveness, triggering yet more online speculation. Hailey, rarely this active on social media, also reposted it, fueling rumors that the songs struck a nerve. Coincidence that this happened during Selena’s album release week? Doubtful.

A BRIDE, A BILLIONAIRE… AND A BROKE MOM?

While Selena’s wedding may be fit for royalty, her personal life is far from perfect. A shocking Forbes report revealed that her mother, Mandy Teefey, had to take out a loan against her house to save their joint mental health startup, Wondermind, from financial collapse.

Despite Selena’s estimated net worth of $700 million, employees claim that freelancers and staff haven’t been paid in months. Some were reportedly laid off after speaking to the media — a move that critics are calling both retaliatory and heartless.

Even more damning? Wondermind, a company supposedly built on mental health advocacy, allegedly had no budget planned for Mental Health Awareness Month. The irony wasn’t lost on the internet. As layoffs hit, and unpaid invoices pile up, Selena’s silence has left fans and critics alike wondering: has fame blinded her to the values she once championed?

HOT SAUCE, COLD SHOULDERS: THE AWKWARD INTERVIEWS

Selena and Benny’s promo tour has also raised eyebrows. In a now-viral Hot Ones interview, Selena seemingly blanked when asked to name her favorite song by Benny — her fiancé. “You don’t even know my songs?” he teased. She awkwardly laughed it off. But fans didn’t.

Elsewhere, during a podcast appearance, Selena admitted that she struggles with the long-distance aspect of their relationship, saying two days apart already feels like “too long.” It might sound romantic, but many questioned whether this emotional dependency bodes well for a lasting marriage.

BABY ON THE WAY? J BALVIN THINKS SO

To add another twist to the saga, J Balvin casually suggested in an interview that Selena and Benny will “have a baby,” gifting them a vacation home in Colombia as a preemptive baby shower gift. Selena and Benny haven’t addressed these rumors, but the internet sure has — with fans speculating whether a pregnancy announcement could be the next big surprise.

IN THE SHADOW OF DARKER STORIES

Unfortunately, not all Disney stars are living their happily ever after. The same week that Selena’s engagement news broke, fellow Disney alum Sky Jackson filed for a restraining order against her ex, DeAndre. In disturbing court documents, Sky alleges horrific abuse, including being forced to drink bleach while pregnant and being violently attacked on multiple occasions.

This terrifying revelation shocked fans and raised concerns about the safety and mental well-being of young women in Hollywood — especially those who, like Selena, rose to fame at a young age and are now navigating fame, love, and trauma in the public eye.

THE FINAL VERDICT: FAIRYTALE OR FACADE?

With a high-profile wedding on the horizon, cryptic lyrics aimed at an ex, awkward interviews, a financial scandal involving her mom, and whispers of a baby on the way — Selena Gomez is living anything but a quiet life.

Is this the beginning of her dream life with Benny Blanco, or the start of a very public unraveling?

One thing’s for sure: Selena’s wedding might come with golden cutlery and designer gowns, but behind the glittering curtain is a storm of controversy, unresolved tension, and unanswered questions.

And the world will be watching.

👀 Want more drama from inside Selena’s circle? This wedding is just the beginning. Stay tuned.