Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater, both prominent figures in the entertainment industry, met while working on the film adaptation of the musical “Wicked.” Their professional relationship evolved into a personal one, garnering significant media attention.
In early 2023, both Grande and Slater separated from their respective spouses. Grande ended her marriage to Dalton Gomez, while Slater divorced Dr. Lilly Jay, with whom he shares a son born in 2022.
Their relationship became more public in January 2025 when they appeared together at the National Board of Review Annual Awards Gala. At the 2025 Oscars, they shared affectionate moments, including holding hands and embracing, highlighting their close bond.
Ethan Slater is an accomplished actor and singer, renowned for his role as SpongeBob SquarePants in the Broadway musical, which earned him a Drama Desk Award and a Tony Award nomination. In “Wicked,” he portrays Boq Woodsman, marking his first major film role.
Despite their public appearances, both Grande and Slater have maintained a degree of privacy regarding their personal lives, focusing public attention on their professional achievements.