Benny Blanco recently opened up about a surprising and heartfelt detail from his wedding to pop star Selena Gomez. The couple exchanged vows quietly on September 27, 2025, in a private ceremony held in Santa Barbara, California, surrounded by close friends and family. What many fans did not know until now was that Blanco’s longtime friend and frequent collaborator, rapper and comedian Lil Dicky, played a unique role by officiating the wedding.
The music producer shared this revelation during a lively February 26 interview on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, where he appeared alongside Lil Dicky, whose real name is David Burd. The two were promoting their new podcast, Friends Keep Secrets, and took the opportunity to reflect on the emotional significance of their involvement in each other’s weddings. Their friendship, which spans years of creative collaboration, clearly extends into their personal lives as well.
David Burd explained how their wedding roles were intertwined in a meaningful way. “We were deeply involved in each other’s ceremonies,” he said. “Instead of having traditional best men, I had the honor of officiating Benny’s wedding, and in return, he gave a speech from a male perspective at my own wedding. It was a beautiful exchange.” Benny Blanco echoed these sentiments, describing the experience as “incredible” and “unbelievable,” highlighting the strong bond they share beyond the music studio.
However, the wedding day was not without its small challenges. As Lil Dicky was putting the finishing touches on his officiant speech, Selena Gomez reached out with a special request. She wanted to ensure that certain parts of the speech would not overlap with her own vows, preserving the uniqueness of her heartfelt words. Benny recalled, “She told us, ‘Make sure Dave doesn’t say anything about this or that because it’s part of my speech.’ It ended up being the entire opening three minutes of his speech that had to be cut.”
Despite this last-minute adjustment, Lil Dicky took the bride’s wishes in stride. “I thought about pushing back a little, but it was her wedding day, so I respected her wishes,” he joked. The revised speech was well-received by all in attendance, and Burd expressed pride in how it turned out. “It really came together beautifully,” he added with a smile.
While Benny Blanco did not officiate Lil Dicky’s wedding in return, he did play an important role by delivering a heartfelt speech at the reception. Selena Gomez attended the event as his date, underscoring the close-knit nature of their friendship circle. This glimpse behind the scenes reveals not only the personal connections between these artists but also the care and thoughtfulness that went into making their wedding day truly special.
