Selena Gomez admits sneaky move to protect wedding day privacy

Selena Gomez reveals she banned photos at her wedding, saying only she could share images from her private day

Selena Gomez has shed light on her tightly controlled wedding, revealing that she took extreme steps to ensure the day remained private and free from leaks. Speaking on The Jennifer Hudson Show, the singer and actress confirmed she banned guests from taking photos and personally handled when and how the first images of her marriage to Benny Blanco were made public.

“I didn’t want anyone to get photos of my wedding unless it was from me,” Gomez explained. “I keep my life as private as I can.” Her comments come weeks after fans speculated about her elaborate multi-dress ceremony in Santa Barbara, California, where she and Blanco tied the knot on 27 September.

While the wedding has since become one of the most talked-about celebrity events of the year, little was known at the time. Guests were reportedly required to sign strict confidentiality agreements, and Gomez’s team ensured no unauthorised images surfaced online. Instead, she later shared her own curated collection of photographs, revealing a selection of elegant Ralph Lauren gowns, including the lace design she called her “favourite”.

The singer’s decision to control every visual aspect of her wedding has drawn mixed reactions online. Some fans praised her for maintaining boundaries after years in the spotlight, while others accused her of being overly calculated about what the public gets to see. Fans debated whether the secrecy was about privacy or brand management, as Gomez has increasingly merged her music, fashion and Rare Beauty empire under one tightly managed image.

Gomez’s remarks also underscore her ongoing effort to separate her personal milestones from her celebrity persona. In an era where every high-profile wedding risks instant leaks, she appears determined to reclaim ownership of her narrative. “It was about protecting something special,” she said. “It’s not about hiding, it’s about keeping what matters.”

The revelation adds another layer to Gomez’s evolving relationship with fame. Once open about her romantic life, she now appears more strategic about what she shares and when. Whether fans see it as empowerment or control, one thing is clear, Gomez’s wedding was on her terms, every step of the way.