Selena Gomez celebrated her 33rd birthday early with a stunning party surrounded by close friends, including Taylor Swift and Benny Blanco. Discover all the heartwarming details and glam photos here!

Selena Gomez Celebrates 33 with Love, Friendship, Glamour, and Reflection

Selena Gomez, singer, actress, and entrepreneur, celebrated her 33rd birthday on July 22, 2025, and like everything she does, her birthday was all about glam, grace, and gratitude. As the world saw a decade previous to her 22nd birthday, she celebrated with fiancé Benny Blanco, and best friend, Taylor Swift, AND she posted the most heartfelt Instagram reflecting on all the love she has received over the past year. Once again, she reminded us why she is still one of the most loved and relatable celebrities of our time.

In this blog post, we are going to recap all the magical moments from her birthday party, the sweetest messages and moments, and why this milestone matters to the star and fans alike.

A Star-Studded Affair: Who Was Invited To Selena’s 33rd Birthday Party?

Selena’s early birthday party (the weekend before July 22) celebrated friends, fab fashion, and a few fun moments with her closest squad. Some of the notable celebrities we noticed who enjoyed Selena’s birthday party in attendance include:

Taylor Swift – Selena’s ride or die and long-time best friend.

Benny Blanco – Her fiancé and a significant part of her healing journey.

Celebrities we know from the “Only Murders in the Building” cast.

Other famous friends and musicians

Fans and others observing the event reported it was a “warm, family reunion” with fairy lights, floral design, and the dress code was casual. The location was gorgeous, intimate, and very Selena-coded, understated yet significant.

Selena’s Birthday Look: Effortless Effortlessness Meets Elegance

Now about that birthday look.

Selena revealed on Instagram a carousel of several photos from the party, stunning the world. She wore a soft off-white corset-like dress, minimal makeup, dewy skin, and a sleek bun. There was Selena in her natural beauty as she posed with Taylor, laughed with Benny, enjoyed a delicious cake, and blew out candles on her classy birthday cake.

Selena & Taylor: A Friendship That Continues to Inspire

As Selena enters her next (33rd) year, her decade-long friendship with Taylor Swift continues to be one of the most adored celebrity friendships. In one of the photos, you can see the pair posing with huge smiles next to each other, arms wrapped around each other like sisters.

The friendship has stood the test of time, fame, and being influenced by the pressures of the industry. Over the years, Taylor has been there to support Selena through health issues, public scrutiny, and significant milestones throughout her career. Fans were simply excited to see Taylor at the party and to know that some friendships remain timeless, even if they aren’t always pursued.

A Year of Growth, Gratitude, & Big Changes

Selena’s birthday post wasn’t just about glitz; it was about growth.

Selena stated that the previous year, the one just ended, was the “most beautiful year of my life,” and that is easy to understand. Let’s take a look at a few moments of transformation that made this year so significant:

Relationship Milestone: Benny Blanco

After keeping some distance from her love life for years, Selena very publicly confirmed her relationship with music producer Benny Blanco in late 2024. The friendship has been described so far as wholesome, private, and healing.

Blanco has been open in praising Selena’s strength, especially as it relates to her mental health and her commitment to advocacy.

Mental Health Advocacy

Selena continued her necessary work through Wondermind, a co-founded mental fitness platform. She has continued to speak about destigmatizing mental illness and supporting emotional well-being for budding young women in America.

Creative Wins

Released her latest single, “Glow,” a soulful, heart-stirring proclamation of self-love

Finished Season 4, Only Murders in the Building

Announced the expansion of her beauty line Rare Beauty, which was adding a haircare line in 2026.

Why Selena’s Impact Matters for Years to Come (2025)

Selena Gomez is not just a celebrity; she is a movement.

Stats:

Instagram Followers: 468M+ as of July 2025

Rare Beauty Revenue: more than $250M a year

Mental health app downloads (Wondermind): 15 M+ +

Top 10 on Billboard with “Glow” (June 2025)

Selena’s brand speaks for Realness from her beauty empire, advocacy, and authenticity. Gomez is one of the few celebrities who talks openly about Lupus, Bipolar disorder, and body image is her own way of making her irreplaceable voice in pop culture and mental wellness.

Final Thoughts: Selena’s Glow-Up Is More Than Skin Deep.

Selena Gomez’s 33rd birthday wasn’t just another birthday; it was yet another year of personal peace, emotional fortitude, and meaningful connections with her friends and family. Whether it’s her budding love with Benny Blanco, her forever friendship with Taylor Swift, or her continual relationship with her fans, one thing is certain:

Selena is not just surviving; she is thriving.