"He's no Justin Bieber" — Internet reacts at Nikki Glaser's Benny Blanco and Selena Gomez joke at Golden Globes 2025

American stand-up comedian Nikki Glaser hosted the Golden Globes 2025 wherein she made a joke at Selena Gomez and her beau Benny Blanco. Taking a dig at Selena and Benny's relationship and recent engagement, Nikki Glaser said:

"Benny Blanco is here because of the genie who granted him that wish. Man, lucky guy."

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco who announced their engagement in December 2024 were seen gushing and laughing at Nikki Glaser's joke post which Benny kissed Selena on her shoulder.

The snippet of Nikki Glaser's bit on the couple went viral and netizens took to X to express their 2 cents on the same. Commenting on the couple while comparing Benny to Selena's ex-boyfriend Justin Bieber, an X user tweeted:

"He’s no Justin Bieber."

"god why do beautiful women for for men that look like they snuck on earth." an X user commented

"lmaooo selena was embarrassed" another X user mentioned

"NGL, if he fixed his teeth and tried a different hairstyle that flattered his face more, I think people would actually find him…decent looking. 👀"an internet user stated

"I’m so glad someone humbled him a little he be acting like he’s the prize" another internet user said

On the other hand, some internet users showcased support for Selena and Benny's relationship and defended Benny Blanco:

"okay, I get the hate.. but selena?? she looks so genuinely hAPPY, let's just let them beeee🥺♥️" an X user tweeted

"Personality! It’s about his personality that she loves that makes him attractive as a whole! Even some pretty boys not all can be ego maniacs and I’m not saying Justin is one just saying in general. I’m glad she’s happy that someone loves her for her ." a netizen commented

"That smile and laughing, all of it. That’s how you know he’s one of the good ones." another netizen mentioned

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco's relationship timeline explored

According to a report by PEOPLE dated December 2024, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco first collaborated on Blanco's produced track I Can't Get Enough in February 2019 wherein Selena was seen interacting with Benny dressed as a teddy bear in the music video.

After collaborating with Benny as a co-producer on her August 2023 track Single Soon, Selena Gomez revealed that she was dating Benny Blanco via an Instagram Story featuring a ring with the initial "B" in December 2023. Additionally, the singer also responded to comments on Instagram posts stating that she was dating Benny wherein she replied to a fan questioning her relationship stating:

“then why has he been the best thing that's ever happened to me. The end."

Throughout December 2023, Selena posted pictures with Benny Blanco and the two made an appearance at a Los Angeles Lakers game in January 2024. On January 7, 2024, Selena and Benny attended the Golden Globes and were spotted at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards on January 15, 2024.

In May 2024, Benny Blanco made an appearance on The Howard Stern Show wherein he commented on how he feels toward Selena stating:

“When I look at her … I’m always just like, I don’t know a world where it could be better than this. People always said this to me, when you know you meet your best friend, she truly is my best friend."

On December 11, 2024, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco announced their engagement via Instagram wherein Selena posted an image of her diamond ring with the caption:

"Forever begins now.."

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While Selena Gomez is currently engaged to Benny Blanco, the Calm Down singer's name was linked to Nick Jonas, Justin Bieber, Charlie Puth, The Weeknd, and Zedd among a few others.