Benny Blanco

Benjamin Joseph Levin (born March 8, 1988), known professionally as Benny Blanco, is an American record producer, songwriter, and record executive. Blanco rose to prominence in the late 2000s, collaborating with artists such as Katy Perry on hits including "I Kissed a Girl," "Hot n Cold," "California Gurls," and "Teenage Dream." His production credits extend to Rihanna's "Diamonds," Justin Bieber's "Love Yourself," and Maroon 5's "Moves Like Jagger" featuring Christina Aguilera, contributing to over 29 Billboard Hot 100 number-one songs. Blanco has earned eleven Grammy Award nominations, the 2013 Hal David Starlight Award from the Songwriters Hall of Fame, five BMI Songwriter of the Year awards, and the 2017 iHeartRadio Producer of the Year award. In addition to his work behind the scenes, he has released his own music, including the triple-platinum single "Eastside" with Halsey and Khalid, and operates the independent label Friends Keep Secrets.

Blanco grew up in a Jewish family, with cultural ties reflected in family traditions such as visits to Jewish delis and participation in holidays.. He attended Camp Airy, a Jewish summer camp in Thurmont, Maryland, where he engaged in activities like hosting a radio show.. Blanco has an older brother, Jeremy Levin, about five and a half years his senior, with whom he shared a close sibling relationship marked by mutual support and shared experiences in their suburban upbringing.. His parents fostered an environment encouraging personal interests, including early exposure to diverse cultural elements through family outings..