Selena Gomez Posts New Photo With Taylor Swift for Her Birthday
The photo is one of several from what looks to be the same event—featuring Taylor and Selena smiling up at the camera in a pile of balloons.
Sel accompanied the pics with a post reflecting on her year, saying "As I prepare to celebrate my 33rd birthday, I can't help but reflect on the incredible journey that has brought me here. This past year has truly been the most beautiful year of my life, and I owe so much of that to all of you."
She added, "Thank you for your unwavering love and kindness. Whether you cheered me on from the sidelines, shared in my highs and lows, or simply offered a listening ear, you have made this year unforgettable. I am extremely humbled and insanely appreciative of all your love. As I step into this new year, I'm filled with excitement and hope for what's to come. I look forward to sharing more moments with all of you, creating new memories, and continuing this beautiful journey together. MADLY LOVE YOU ALL 🥰"
FYI, the photos also include plenty of pics of Selena and Benny Blanco amid reports that they're marrying in a mere matter of weeks. According to a Daily Mail source, "Selena and Benny's wedding is going to be a two-day event in Montecito in September. Everyone invited has been asked to bring overnight bags to stay for the weekend."
The insider added that "Although it's for friends and family only, many on the friends list are huge celebrities including Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, Selena's co-stars from Only Murders In The Building, and music superstars who are Benny's friends and some he's also worked with."
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