Selena Gomez's Mother Speaks Out on Her Daughter's Unconventional Wedding Decision

Selena Gomez's recent wedding sparked unexpected buzz, not just for the ceremony, but for a surprising family detail. Now, her mother is setting the record straight.

Recent reports about Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco's September 27, 2025, wedding reveal that the occasion wasn't entirely smooth. According to sources who spoke to a publication, Gomez's big day was overshadowed by some family drama.

One notable detail from the musician's special day was that she did not have her mother, Mandy Teefey, walk her down the aisle. Although Teefey gave birth to Gomez at age 16 and raised her as a single parent from when the singer was five, after separating from her father, the 49-year-old was allegedly sidelined.

Teefey not only brought the star into the world while living in a tough and violent Texas neighborhood, but she also worked multiple jobs to support her daughter's artistic aspirations. Gomez rose to fame at seven with her first television appearance and has since become a global star and multi-millionaire.

Instead of her mother, the singer chose her maternal grandfather, David Cornett, to walk her down the aisle, reportedly leaving Teefey "shattered." A source told the publication, "Selena's mother and her stepfather Brian were shattered she didn't choose her mother to walk her down the aisle."

However, the 33-year-old star's mother has since disputed the claims. She responded to a different publication's Instagram post that reported the same story. The post showed side-by-side photos of Gomez with Teefey and another of the singer receiving a kiss from Blanco.

In response to the claims made in the post's caption, Teefey commented, "This is ludacris! It was heartwarming him walk her down the aisle! [sic]"

The day after the wedding, Gomez posted a series of heartwarming pictures and a video on Instagram, captioned, "🤍 9.27.25 🤍." The carousel included her bouquet, a photo of her embracing Blanco, and other snapshots from the day.

MG Invitaciones Mx also shared the gold and white wedding invitations that Gomez commissioned from them. The company tagged the newlyweds, writing, "We want to thank Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco for choosing us for such an important event."

Expressing pride at being part of the occasion, the business added, "We wish them all the best in life as they embark on this new stage. We know things will go even better for the wonderful people they are. We can only celebrate this wonderful union. God bless them. Thank you!"

Gomez's wedding comes about a month after she celebrated her bachelorette. Forget the yachts, private jets, and designer-clad entourages — the star showed the world that even a global pop icon can say yes to simplicity.

Gomez jetted off to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, for what fans are calling the most refreshingly low-key bachelorette party in Hollywood history.

No flashy hotel sponsorships. No influencers. Just sun, sand, close friends — and the kind of raw joy that can't be photoshopped. Against a string of candid beach photos and goofy group shots shared on Instagram, Gomez smiled, laughed, and lounged in breezy outfits — looking more like the girl next door than a billion-dollar brand.

"This Is So Normal" – Fans Floored By Selena's 'Real Girl Energy'

For longtime fans, the intimate vibe of the trip was a welcome shock.

"The normalcy of this is really amazing me 💖," one fan gushed. "So true!! They don't look like everything was just put together for likes and content and to show off, like what I'd expect from other celebrities and social media personalities," another chimed in, throwing subtle shade at more curated celebrity celebrations.

The simplicity wasn't just about the setting — it was also about the people. "Ngl it's really sweet to see all of her close friends aren't famous. "I feel like that's what probably keeps her more grounded [sic]," one commenter noted.

Another fan pointed out the relatability of the event, "I love how cute and lowkey this bachelorette party seems. Reminds me of ones I’ve had with friends, and none of us are billionaires as far as I'm aware!"

Casual Clothes, Candid Snaps – And A Hint Of Baby Buzz?

Gomez kept her fashion choices unfussy, opting for breezy summer looks, such as a halter top dress, which fans adored. But one photo raised eyebrows, "I thought the bump photo was her for a hot second and was like woah apparently I have missed a ton. Overall such a cute vibe and obsessed with her halter top dress [sic]," one fan wrote.

Others went even further, suggesting a possible pregnancy. "She looks pregnant," one Instagrammer commented.

The understated vibe also drew comparisons to everyday gatherings. "This is so understated and cute," one comment read."This looks like such a fun and normal bachelorette trip! Love this for her," another wrote.

Her photos, posted on various social media pages, were filled with love from followers, with comments like "Wow ❤️ Gorgeous Selena 💍" and "Gorgeous!! No Taylor?" referring to the absence of her longtime friend Taylor Swift. Another comment asked, "Where is Taylor?"

Indeed, the absence of Swift, Selena Gomez's famously close friend, didn't go unnoticed — and sparked a separate swirl of buzz.

Inside The Celebration: No Chaos, Just Cupcakes And Photo Collages

According to an exclusive from Us Weekly, Gomez's girlfriends went all out with personal touches and sentimental flair.

"Her girlfriends went out of their way to make Selena feel really special," a source revealed. "It was your typical, traditional bachelorette, and what Selena wanted. She was radiating all weekend and was so happy to have downtime with her girlfriends [sic].

"Selena is a simple girl, and the little things go a long way with her," the insider added. "She truly exudes happiness when she talks about Benny. She is very excited to start this next chapter with him."

The Wedding Will Be "Chill"

The couple, who got engaged late last year with Gomez's caption "forever begins now..," haven't set a wedding date just yet.

In a July interview, Blanco admitted the planning hasn't quite started:

"Not yet. You know, we're both working on so many things that we hadn't had time to, like, get into it, but we're so excited. I think like this summer, we're going to like sit down and 'Okay, what are we doing?'"

As for the location? "I think so, but it'll be like chill," he said of potentially hosting it in Los Angeles.