The Untold Stories of Selena Gomez's Lifelong Friend Connar Franklin
Discover the enduring friendship between Selena Gomez and Connar Franklin, from their unforgettable party moments in 2018 to their shared throwback photos Unveil Connar's engagement, her profession, origins, and the other prominent celebrities in their close-knit friend group
Connar Franklin, Selena Gomez Courtesy of Selena Gomez/Instagram
Selena Gomez delighted fans on Monday, July 31, by sharing adorable pictures from her best friend Connar Franklin's bachelorette party. The carousel of photos on Instagram captured Gomez and Franklin striking cute poses and enjoying a fun-filled time with their friends on a boat.
Gomez captioned the post, expressing her pride in knowing her sweet girl, @connarfranklin. Franklin expressed her love for Gomez in the comments section, gushing about being happy to celebrate the future with all the amazing women present. In a previous post, Franklin showcased her friendship with Gomez, sharing a picture of the duo in hot pink outfits as they watched Barbie together. Gomez's little sister, Gracie Teefey, was also present, solidifying the closeness between the two.
Keep scrolling for everything we know about Franklin.
How Long Have Connar Franklin and Selena Gomez Been Friends?
The exact duration of their friendship is uncertain, but Franklin began sharing social media pictures with Gomez in 2018. Following her attendance at Taylor Swift's Reputation Tour, she uploaded her first selfie with Gomez and her other best friend, Swift, 33. In that same month, she shared a picture of herself sitting next to Gomez in a car, which Gomez reposted in January of this year.
Over time, the two have exchanged heartfelt birthday messages, embarked on trips together, and shared nostalgic photographs.
Who is Connar Franklin Engaged To?
Franklin is in a committed relationship with Aaron Carpenter, a prominent YouTube personality and former member of Magcon. Franklin recently provided a glimpse into the beginnings of their relationship, sharing on Instagram in February 2021: "Since New Year's Eve 2017, we've been each other's Valentine forever."
Carpenter, 24, got on one knee in December 2022. At the time, Franklin took to Instagram to share photos of the two kissing on a beach: “We’re engaged.”
What is Connar Franklin’s Job?
Franklin is a sought-after model for renowned brands such as Gap, Vulkan Magazine, and others. She boasts an impressive following of 270,000 on Instagram and 30,000 on TikTok. Engaging with her audience on these social media platforms, Franklin shares captivating shopping haul videos, behind-the-scenes glimpses of her stellar photo shoots, and delightful snapshots from her personal life.
Where is Connar Franklin From?
Franklin grew up in Georgia with siblings Courteney, Caressa, Caroline and Drake before moving to Los Angeles. In 2017, she attended the Fashion & Art Institute in L.A.
What Other Stars Are in Their Friend Group?
In addition to Swift, Gomez's close circle comprises Caroline Franklin, Connar's sister, who is 29 years old, Julia Michaels, Raquelle Stevens, Liz Golden, and Ashley Cook, among others.
Connar, Caroline, Stevens (who is 31), Charm La'donna, Anna Collins, and several others from the girl group also accompanied Gomez to the Barbie event in July.
