Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco Kick Off Wedding Weekend with Intimate Rehearsal Dinner in California

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s wedding celebrations have officially begun. The couple hosted a private rehearsal dinner on Friday evening at a picturesque country estate in Goleta, California, setting the tone for what promises to be a high-profile weekend of love, laughter, and star-studded moments.

The intimate gathering gave fans a first glimpse into the exclusive guest list ahead of the big day. Since the couple announced their engagement last December with the caption “forever begins now,” speculation has swirled about which A-list names would be in attendance.

Among the earliest arrivals was Taylor Swift, one of Gomez’s closest friends. Though she managed to avoid the paparazzi by arriving under a shield of umbrellas, cameras did catch members of her security team carrying a white gift box into the venue. With Swift known for her heartfelt gestures—and her recent engagement to NFL star Travis Kelce—fans are already wondering if she’ll surprise the bride in a special role at the ceremony.

Several of Gomez’s co-stars from Only Murders in the Building were also spotted at the event. Martin Short and Steve Martin were confirmed to be in attendance, with Gomez previously revealing on The Drew Barrymore Show that “Marty is due to give a speech” and Steve “will probably pull out his banjo.” Paul Rudd, another castmate and close friend, was seen catching up with the couple earlier in the day at the nearby El Encanto luxury resort.

Other celebrity guests included Paris Hilton, Ed Sheeran, Ashley Park, and David Henrie, Gomez’s former Wizards of Waverly Place co-star. While Meryl Streep was notably absent, more surprise guests are expected to arrive over the weekend.

The rehearsal dinner was described as cozy and heartfelt, offering a quiet moment before what’s expected to be a glamorous main event. With the couple keeping the ceremony details tightly under wraps, fans and media alike are eagerly watching for the next chapter in Gomez and Blanco’s love story.