Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco Open Up About Managing Her Bipolar Disorder

The couple discuss Gomez's 'moments of mania' and how they cope together.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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In a candid conversation on Benny Blanco's podcast, Selena Gomez and her husband Benny Blanco opened up about managing Gomez's bipolar disorder. Gomez described getting diagnosed as 'f--king complicated,' explaining her journey included multiple therapists and four different rehab stints before the diagnosis. Blanco shared that Gomez sometimes has manic episodes that she doesn't fully remember afterwards. Gomez said recognizing the episodes has helped her identify them quicker, and that having a partner like Blanco who understands has been crucial.

Why it matters

Gomez's openness about her mental health struggles helps destigmatize bipolar disorder and shows the challenges of managing it, even for a celebrity. Her story resonates with the many people who also live with bipolar disorder and the loved ones supporting them.

The details

Gomez revealed she was first diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 2020 after a public breakdown in 2018. She described her journey to the diagnosis as 'f--king complicated,' involving multiple therapists and four stints in rehab. Blanco, Gomez's husband, said she sometimes experiences manic episodes that she doesn't fully remember afterwards. Gomez said recognizing the episodes has allowed her to identify them quicker, and having an understanding partner in Blanco has been crucial to managing her condition.

  • Gomez first revealed her bipolar disorder diagnosis in 2020.
  • Gomez discussed her mental health struggles in an Instagram interview in October 2024.
  • Gomez told Vanity Fair in September 2024 that she's now been 'properly medicated' and uses temperature therapy during flare-ups.

The players

Selena Gomez

A 33-year-old singer and actress who was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 2020 after a public breakdown in 2018.

Benny Blanco

Gomez's 37-year-old husband, who has supported her through her bipolar disorder journey.

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What they’re saying

“She'll start to realize she's having it after, and sometimes she doesn't even remember when it's happening. It's such a delicate thing 'cause you're not supposed to technically talk to the person, really, about it while they're deep in it, and even dating her, she's, like, so hyper-aware.”

— Benny Blanco (Friends Keep Secrets)

“But it is helpful to have a partner that will understand where maybe the temperature is at, and meet you where you are, and then you kind of gradually understand what's happening.”

— Selena Gomez (Friends Keep Secrets)

What’s next

Gomez and Blanco plan to continue speaking openly about managing her bipolar disorder to help destigmatize the condition.

The takeaway

Gomez's story highlights the challenges of living with bipolar disorder, even for a celebrity, and the importance of having a supportive partner. Her openness can inspire others struggling with mental health issues to seek help and support.