Benny Blanco Rumored for Flynn Rider Role in Live-Action ‘Tangled’

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Benny Blanco, the music producer and fiancé of pop star Selena Gomez, is rumored to be in consideration for the role of Flynn Rider in Disney‘s upcoming live-action adaptation of *Tangled*. The news, which surfaced on social media platform X on Jan. 21, 2025, has sparked a wave of humorous reactions from fans.

The speculation began with a post by user @DropPopNet, which quickly went viral. Fans flooded the platform with memes, jokes, and lighthearted commentary about the potential casting. One user, @friskycharm, quipped, “Excuse me? Benny Blanco as Flynn Rider? What timeline is this?”

Flynn Rider, also known as Eugene Fitzherbert, is the charming rogue from Disney’s 2010 animated film *Tangled*, a retelling of the Rapunzel fairy tale. Known for his wit and heart of gold, the character has become a fan favorite. The live-action adaptation has been highly anticipated, with fans eager to see how Disney reimagines the beloved story.

Some fans expressed skepticism about Blanco’s suitability for the role. User @Missed_Thrills joked, “Haha, Benny Blanco as Flynn Rider? Guess we’re getting a musical number with autotune in the tower!” Others, like @SkaleAlex, simply stated, “This can’t be real.”

However, not all reactions were critical. Some fans embraced the idea, with @cupofmariel sharing a meme of Flynn’s wanted poster from the original film, humorously suggesting Blanco would fit the role perfectly. Another user, @ColeYoung67, playfully commented, “Rapunzel is definitely fleeing back to Mother Gothel after that.”

The buzz around Blanco’s potential casting comes less than a year after his engagement to Selena Gomez made headlines in 2024. The couple’s relationship has been a frequent topic of discussion on social media, and Gomez’s fans were quick to join the conversation. User @iamdwardth posted a GIF of Gomez with the caption, “Selena, are you seeing this?”

While opinions on the rumored casting remain divided, the online discourse has been overwhelmingly lighthearted. User @HOuseOfHorrorCo joked, “If Benny gets the role, Selena better play Rapunzel. It’s only fair.” Others, like @Gamer_Zonne, expressed disbelief, writing, “I didn’t know today was April 1.”

As the conversation continues, one thing is clear: whether or not Benny Blanco lands the role, the internet has already crowned him the king of memes. The live-action *Tangled* is expected to begin production later this year, with further casting announcements anticipated in the coming months.