Ariana Grande celebrates romance with co-star Ethan Slater as ‘Wicked’ premieres down under

Ariana Grande celebrates romance with co-star Ethan Slater as 'Wicked' premieres down under

As a movie enthusiast who has witnessed the evolution of Hollywood romances through the lens of time and tabloids, I must say that Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater’s relationship, while initially fraught with scrutiny, seems to have blossomed into something genuinely heartwarming. The way they support each other, both on and off-screen, is a testament to their resilience and the power of love.


Despite not initially garnering much public attention, Ariana Grande’s romantic involvement with her “Wicked” co-star, Ethan Slater, has now been confirmed through social media, specifically on Instagram.

On Monday, the singer known for “Eternal Sunshine” commemorated the upcoming release of the Jon M. Chu-directed movie musical by sharing a series of pictures from its Australian premiere. One snapshot shows Slater, portraying Boq in Munchkinland, assisting Grande, who embodies Glinda, as she gracefully descends the stairs at Sydney’s State Theatre while carrying her Vivienne Westwood-inspired gown train. (Slater also posted this image on his own account.)

On the red carpet of last Sunday’s premiere, I couldn’t help but be captivated by Slater’s enchanting presence, a spectacle that quickly spread across social media. The charm was heightened when a fan shared a heartwarming clip of the Tony Award nominee graciously accepting a friendship bracelet on Ariana Grande’s behalf.

The fan queries in the video, “Can you pass this along to Ari for me?” To which Slater responds, “I think she’ll be here if you want to hand it over, but I can do it instead.” He further comforts the fan, stating, “She’ll definitely appreciate it.

The video of the interaction quickly gained popularity following its reshare by a “Wicked” enthusiast account, who commented, “Ethan Slater appears to be a very kind and sincere individual. Society should apologize to him.” (or “The world ought to make amends for Ethan Slater, who seems so kind and genuine.”)

In 2023, Slater and Grande, who crossed paths on the “Wicked” production, found themselves under the microscope following whispers of their relationship. These rumors surfaced after both had gone through high-profile separations from their former partners. When their divorce petitions were simultaneously filed, Slater’s ex-wife, singer Lilly Jay, shared with Page Six that “My family has become unintentional casualties.

Ever since they became a couple, they’ve been tight-lipped about it. However, things took a turn in September when Grande spoke up publicly about her relationship with Slater during an interview for a Vanity Fair magazine feature.

In a reluctance to discuss specifics, the Grammy-winning singer expressed, “It’s certainly not simpler dealing with some of the harsh comments spawned by unreliable gossip magazines.

She went on to explain that, similar to several other “Wicked” actors, she experienced numerous personal transformations while working on this film’s production.

As a die-hard film enthusiast, I must admit, it was incredibly disheartening to witness countless individuals embracing the sensationalized narrative. The portrayal of [Slater] in the tabloids couldn’t be further from the truth. In this world, there is no one more determined or stretched thin, always striving to be there for the people he cherishes and cares about deeply.

In an interview for the October issue of GQ, Slater expressed sentiments similar to Grande’s, stating that dealing with the backlash was challenging.

He mentioned that many significant personal transformations were occurring, making it challenging for those unaware to offer opinions or predictions, often leading to inaccuracies regarding the individuals you care deeply about.

Indeed, it was an incredible year, and it was truly a beautiful experience. I’m absolutely thrilled about it,” he acknowledged.

Slater added that he’s “really, really proud of Ari and the work she’s done” on “Wicked.”

He mentioned that she has invested a lot of effort into it, and he’s eager to support her during the upcoming stage where the world can witness the fantastic creation she has produced.

The global promotional tour for “The Journey Through Oz” will carry on to an additional four locations, including Los Angeles, Mexico City, New York, and London. These cities are set to host events prior to the premiere of “Wicked” in U.S. theaters on November 22nd.

When the final curtain falls, I’ll find my name, Ariana Grande-Butera, etched among the stars – a nod to my mother, Joan Grande, and my father, Edward Butera, who are an integral part of my identity as an artist.

She clarified during her chat with Hit 104.7 Canberra radio station that Ari is her true name, as it was the name she connected with after experiencing Glinda and Elphaba in the musical. It felt special to her since it was also her name when she first saw the show at age 10.

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2024-11-05 04:31

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