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Selena Gomez fans call for divorce after Benny Blanco’s podcast antics featuring dirty feet

Selena Gomez fans criticize Benny Blanco after podcast debut shows controversial hygiene habits


Pop Culture & Art February 25, 2026 2 min read
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Selena Gomez fans react to Benny Blanco podcast controversy over hygiene and on-camera behavior

Fans of Selena Gomez have sparked online debate after criticizing her husband, Benny Blanco, over his appearance and behavior during the debut of his new podcast.

The 37-year-old music producer launched Friends Keep Secrets alongside Dave Burd (also known as Lil Dicky) and Kristin Batalucco. While the show features high-profile guests and creative collaborations, social media users focused less on the content and more on Blanco’s on-screen conduct.

During the episode, Blanco appeared barefoot on a couch, with viewers pointing out visible dirt on his feet. The moment quickly circulated online, prompting strong reactions across X (formerly Twitter), where some users described the visuals as “disgusting” and questioned his hygiene.

Additional criticism followed after Blanco jokingly passed gas during the episode, a moment he appeared to intentionally highlight on camera. The combination of these incidents led to a wave of negative commentary, with some users even directing criticism toward Gomez for her relationship with him.

Several fans expressed disbelief and discomfort, while others made exaggerated calls for Gomez to reconsider her marriage. Such reactions remained largely confined to social media discourse, with no direct response from either Gomez or Blanco at the time of writing.

The backlash also resurfaced past comments from Blanco about his personal hygiene habits. In a previous interview, he stated that he does not shower daily, explaining that he prefers to maintain the natural oils on his skin.

Despite the criticism, Blanco continues to promote the podcast, which blends elements of music creation, interviews, and conversational content. The series reportedly features appearances from major celebrities, including Ed Sheeran, as part of its format.

Gomez and Blanco, who married in 2025 in a high-profile ceremony in California, have remained in the public eye both for their professional projects and personal relationship. While online reactions to the podcast have been intense, they reflect a segment of fan opinion rather than a broader consensus.

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