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  • US Actress-singer Selena Gomez Weds Music Producer Benny Blanco

    US Actress-singer Selena Gomez Weds Music Producer Benny Blanco

    American actress and singer Selena Gomez married her boyfriend, music producer Benny Blanco, in a star-studded southern California wedding ceremony on Saturday.

    The “Only Murders in the Building” star posted a slideshow of pictures and videos on Instagram from the wedding, showing Gomez, 33, in a wedding dress and Blanco — real name Benjamin Joseph Levin — donning a tuxedo, with the couple seen in a variety of affectionate poses.

    The post is captioned “9.27.25” between two white emoji hearts, with Blanco commenting: “my wife in real life.”

    The ceremony was held in Santa Barbara County’s Hope Ranch, about 90 miles (145 kilometers) northwest of Los Angeles, according to Vogue Magazine.

    Among the 170 guests were US pop superstar — and longtime Gomez best friend — Taylor Swift, as well as British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran, socialite Paris Hilton, and Gomez’s “Only Murders” co-stars Steve Martin and Martin Short.

    The fashion magazine also reported the couple wore wedding outfits from Ralph Lauren.

    The high-profile couple went public with their relationship in December 2023, with the pair becoming engaged a year later, according to Vogue.

    Blanco, 37, had a hand in producing some of Gomez’s biggest chart hits, including 2015 singles “Same Old Love” and “Kill Em with Kindness.” The duo released a collaborative album, “I Said I Love You First,” in March.

  • Tanzanian Socialite Hamisa Mobetto Ties the Knot with High-Earning Football Star

    Tanzanian Socialite Hamisa Mobetto Ties the Knot with High-Earning Football Star

    Tanzania’s Yanga football star Az and fashion icon Hamisa Mobetto are now officially husband and wife!

    Their elegant nikah ceremony took place on Sunday 16 February 2025 at the Nnuur Mosque in Mbweni, Dar es Salaam, officiated by the Grand Sheikh of Dar es Salaam, Sheikh Walid Alhad Omar, and other Islamic clerics.

    Dressed in Arabic-inspired aqua green, the couple exchanged vows surrounded by close family and friends.

    Following the ceremony, Sheikh Walid offered his heartfelt blessings to the newlyweds, emphasising the sanctity of marriage and urging them to uphold love, respect and faith as they embark on their journey together.

    But the celebrations are far from over! A lavish reception at the Superdome Masaki on 19 February promises a night of glitz, glamour and an exclusive guest list of celebrities from the worlds of entertainment, sport and business.

    Just one day after Valentine’s Day, on 15 February, Aziz Ki honoured cultural customs by paying the bride’s price – 30 cows and TSh30 million – a gesture that demonstrated his commitment and deep respect for Hamisa’s family.

    The couple’s journey to marriage has been a major topic of public interest, especially after their luxurious holiday in Dubai sparked intense speculation about their relationship.

    Hamisa’s mother, Shufaa Rutiginga, played a pivotal role in their union, revealing in an interview with Clouds FM that she had prayed for her daughter to find the right partner – and Aziz Ki turned out to be the answer to those prayers.

    She described the new groom as a well-mannered, humble young man who genuinely loves and cares for the family.

    Hamisa Mobetto, a celebrated businesswoman and influencer, is a proud mother of two – her daughter with EFM director Francis Majizo and her son with Tanzanian superstar Diamond Platnumz.

    Meanwhile, Aziz Ki, known for his exceptional skills on the pitch and charismatic presence off it, is also a father to a beloved daughter, with whom he occasionally shares heartwarming moments on social media.

  • Former CNN Anchor Don Lemon Marries His Longtime Partner Tim Malone

    Former CNN Anchor Don Lemon Marries His Longtime Partner Tim Malone

    A former CNN anchor Don Lemon recently tied the knot to his longtime love, Tim Malone.

    People reports the couple exchanged vows in front of 140 guests on Saturday, April 6.

    The husbands got hitched in NYC at Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church. Linda Thomas-Greenfield, the United States ambassador to the UN, officiated the ceremony.

    The 55-year-old said, “She’s a friend, and it means that much to us.”

    The pair have been engaged for five years and decided to have a traditional wedding. Lemon, who is a Baptist, stated he “wanted to have a religious service.”

    He continued, “I wanted to get married in the church. So, Tim made that happen.”

    The television journalist shared how he and the real estate broker incorporated their culture’s traditions.

    He stated, “Tim is from a big Irish family so we planned a big Irish blessing in there in his ceremony.”

    Additionally, Lemon said “At the end, we jumped over a broom,” which is an African American tradition. It was illegal for those who were enslaved to be married. It was a way for the podcaster to honour his ancestors.

    Don’s career

    As previously reported, the anchor gained millions after his unexpected departure from CNN. The network settled his contract for $24.5 million.

    The award-winning journalist secured a partnership with X, formerly known as Twitter. It was quickly canned after a tense interview with Elon Musk.

    The billionaire allegedly didn’t like Lemon’s line of questioning.