"New Love Sparks!" Monica Danús and Ben Mezzenga Confirm They're Dating After Love Is Blind Season 8

Love is officially in the air — Love Is Blind Season 8 stars Monica Danús and Ben Mezzenga have confirmed they’re dating, and fans are living for this surprise match-up!

After weeks of speculation and a few flirty social media exchanges that had viewers guessing, Monica and Ben finally revealed the truth: they’re more than friends and they’ve been quietly seeing each other since filming wrapped.

A Surprise Connection After the Pods

Monica and Ben didn’t end up together in the pods — but sometimes, the real magic happens after the cameras stop rolling. According to sources close to the couple, they reconnected at the Season 8 cast reunion and instantly hit it off.

“They just got each other,” an insider shared. “There wasn’t pressure, no production, no expectations — just two people who understood what the other had gone through and found peace in each other.”

And while fans never saw the two develop a romantic storyline during the show, both Monica and Ben have admitted that their connection now feels effortless — and very, very real.

“We Found Something Real”

In a joint Instagram post that sent the fandom into overdrive, Monica shared a sweet photo of her and Ben walking hand in hand on the beach with the caption:

“Sometimes the right person comes after the storm. ❤️ #LoveIsBlind #FoundMyPerson”

Ben reposted it with his own emotional note:

“What started as a friendship turned into the most unexpected, beautiful chapter of my life. I didn’t find love in the pods — but I found it where it felt the most honest. With you, Monica.”

Cue. The. Tears.

Fans React: “We’re Obsessed!”

Social media immediately lit up with fans gushing over the pair.
“Wait… this is the real love story of the season 😭,” one user commented.
Another wrote, “Honestly, I didn’t expect it, but now I can’t unsee it. They’re perfect for each other.”

Even fellow castmates chimed in with supportive messages — and a few teasing emojis.

What’s Next for Monica and Ben?

Sources say the couple is taking things slow but are “very serious” about each other. They’ve already introduced each other to close friends and family, and they’re currently spending a lot of time between Minneapolis and Miami.

“They’re grounded, supportive, and happy,” the insider added. “They’re not rushing anything — they just want to enjoy each other and see where this goes.”

Whether it ends in wedding bells or just one beautiful chapter, one thing is clear: Monica Danús and Ben Mezzenga have found something special.

And in a world where love often gets lost in the noise, their quiet, unexpected romance might just be the most genuine love story to come out of Season 8.