Singer and actor Ariana Grande and “Wicked” co-star Ethan Slater have reportedly split.According to TMZ reports, the couple, who met on the sets of the musical ‘Wicked’, have reportedly gone their separate ways after almost three years together. While news of the split has only made headlines, Grande and Slater reportedly ended their romance a few months ago.
Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater SPLIT
According to the report, the split was “amicable,” with the two taking time to evaluate their relationship before concluding that they were better suited as friends. The breakup is said to have been drama-free, with the two remaining supportive of each other’s personal and professional goals while also sharing a strong friendship.The reported split has also led to speculation that Grande’s new music album was inspired by her romance with her co-star. However, TMZ reports that her upcoming album and new material have nothing to do with the end of the relationship.
Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater’s romance
Grande and Slater met while filming the two-part adaptation of “Wicked.” News of their relationship surfaced in 2023, shortly after Grande split from her ex-husband, Dalton Gomez.Slater, meanwhile, sparked controversy after allegedly splitting with his wife, Lilly Jay, and welcoming their first child together just months after ending their marriage. While rumors of an affair started circulating, causing backlash on social media, sources close to the couple said that Grande and Slater started dating after their respective marriages ended.As the relationship progressed, reports suggested the romance became “serious”. After much media speculation, Grande became “Instagram official” with Slater in a post on her handle in late 2024, and they soon made their first red carpet appearance at the premiere of the movie “Wicked.”
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Speculation about their relationship status increased when fans noticed Slater’s absence from Grande’s “Eternal Sunshine” tour, which kicked off in Oakland, California.However, it should be noted that neither Grande nor Slater have publicly commented on the split rumors.