Music producer Benny Blanco traveled to London by ship to celebrate the birthday of singer-actress Selena Gomez [1].
The journey highlights the lengths to which the producer will go to support his partner while managing a personal phobia. Because Blanco avoids air travel, the transatlantic voyage served as the only viable option for him to arrive in England on time.
Blanco announced the trip in a TikTok video posted on July 16, 2026 [2]. The timing of the voyage was intended to ensure he reached London before Gomez's birthday on July 22, 2024 [1]. Gomez was turning 34 years old at the time of the celebration [3].
In the video, Blanco addressed the unconventional mode of transport. "You're traveling across the Atlantic in the Titanic to see your wife because you're scared of flying," Blanco said [2].
While the reference to the Titanic was metaphorical, it underscored the significant time and effort required to cross the ocean by sea. The decision to avoid planes is a known preference for Blanco, which often complicates international travel for the high-profile producer.
London served as the destination for the couple's festivities. The arrival of Blanco by ship allowed the pair to celebrate the milestone together despite the logistical challenges posed by his fear of flying [1].
“"You're traveling across the Atlantic in the Titanic to see your wife because you're scared of flying."”
This event illustrates the intersection of celebrity lifestyle and personal mental health challenges. By publicly discussing his fear of flying, Blanco provides visibility to phobias that can impede professional and personal obligations, even for those with the financial means to seek alternative luxury travel.
