Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater are silencing breakup rumors. The couple stepped out at the Wicked: For Good premiere in London on Nov. 10. They remain “the real deal,” sources tell People. Their relationship is solid despite months of speculation.
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🔥 Quick Facts:
- Ariana, 32, and Ethan, 33, first met while filming Wicked in late 2022
- They’ve been together since July 2023, following their respective breakups
- Their film Wicked: For Good releases in theaters on November 21, 2025
- Sources confirm they’re “incredibly supportive” of each other’s careers
- Ariana announced her 2026 Eternal Sunshine Tour in late August
They Proved It at London Premiere
Ariana Grande shut down romance speculation by posting London premiere photos. The images showed her with Ethan Slater at the Cineworld Leicester Square. They stood arm-in-arm with cast members, smiling big for cameras. Grande captioned her Instagram carousel simply: “Thank you, London.”
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The couple didn’t pose alone on the red carpet. But they attended multiple events together. Grande posted family photos too, including her parents and brother at the premiere. Multiple sources confirm they remain committed and focused on the film’s success.
“They both have a lot going on, but their relationship is the real deal. They’re incredibly supportive of each other’s careers and so excited for everyone to see their new film.”
Why This Matters for Celebrity Couples
The breakup rumors emerged during the film’s promotional tour. Grande and Slater promoted separately early on. Fans noticed they weren’t posing as a couple initially. Online speculation spiraled for weeks before their confirmed appearance together.
Their quiet approach to the relationship has become their style. Ariana explained her strategy in recent interviews. She focuses on art, not outside commentary about her personal life. “I don’t actually have to take on those things that were projected onto me,” she told the New York Times. Defense against tabloid noise remains crucial for their privacy.
Timeline of Their Two-Year Relationship
Ariana and Ethan never announced their relationship officially. But people have tracked their journey closely through public appearances and interviews. Here’s how their romance unfolded:
| Timeline Event | Date | Details |
| Met on Wicked set | Late 2022 | Ethan played Boq; Ariana played Glinda in the musical adaptation |
| First confirmed dating | July 2023 | Both had recently separated from spouses; relationship made public |
| Disney World date | September 2023 | Spotted together for first time; attended with Grande’s family |
| Stanley Cup finals | June 2024 | Most public outing together since their debut; attended in Florida |
| London Wicked premiere | November 10, 2025 | Appeared together; posted photos online dispelling breakup rumors |
Their two-year relationship has remained relatively private despite intense media focus. Both have supported each other’s career projects. Ethan finalized his divorce from Lilly Jay in September 2024. Ariana finalized her divorce from Dalton Gomez in March 2024, allowing them to move forward openly.
What Happens After Wicked: For Good?
Ariana’s 2026 comeback includes the Eternal Sunshine Tour, her first major tour in years. She’s also filming Focker In-Law with Ben Stiller. Ethan has major theater projects ahead too. He’ll play legendary mime Marcel Marceau in Marcel on the Train this February off-Broadway.
Both remain focused on separate but equally demanding careers. This scheduling reality likely influenced their decision to keep distance during the promotional tour. They’re “making it work” despite their packed schedules, according to People sources.
Do you believe Ariana and Ethan will make it long-term?
Sources
- People Magazine – “Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater Are Going Strong: ‘Their Relationship Is the Real Deal'” (Nov. 12, 2025)
- E! Online – “Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater Prove They’re Still Going Strong” (Nov. 11, 2025)
- Yahoo Entertainment – “The Truth to Rumors Ariana Grande & Ethan Slater Broke Up” (Nov. 18, 2025)
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