Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater: A Journey from 'Wicked' Costars to NYC Roommates

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Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater's relationship may not be defying gravity, but it has certainly caught people's attention. In July 2023, it was confirmed that the Wicked costars Grande and Slater were in a "fairly new" relationship after their recent breakups.

In the same month, news broke that Grande and Dalton Gomez had ended their two-year marriage. Shortly after, Slater filed for divorce from his wife Lilly Jay following the attention on his romance with Grande.

After keeping their relationship low-key in the summer of 2023, Grande and Slater started appearing together in public that September. An insider exclusively shared with Us in November 2023 that they are both a bit nerdy and theater enthusiasts at heart. Grande appreciates this quality in Slater and it is mutual. Their relationship is growing and developing smoothly, without any drama.

Scroll down to relive Grande and Slater’s relationship from the beginning:

December 2022

Slater was cast as Boq in the two-part Wicked movie shortly before filming began in London in December. Grande, meanwhile, was announced as Glinda in November 2021.

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July 2023

Us magazine confirmed that Grande and Gomez ended their relationship earlier this year. According to an insider, they broke up in January due to unresolved issues before Grande left for London to film Wicked. The source mentioned that the distance between them added strain to their marriage.

In July, another source revealed to Us that Ariana is now dating Ethan. They mentioned that both Grande and Slater were already separated when they started their relationship. The source added that Ariana and Ethan have just started seeing each other, but they are having a great time together and enjoying each other's company.

Slater, who was married to Jay for four years, filed for divorce on July 26. The estranged couple share one son.

September 2023

The couple went on a Disneyland date on September 22, shortly after Grande's divorce filing. A source shared, "They went with a big group of friends, including her mom and brother, and had a great time. All of her friends really like him."

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October 2023

The insider revealed on October 4 that the couple decided to take their relationship to the next level by moving in together in New York City. Ethan informed his friends and soon-to-be ex-wife about their decision, sharing that he and Ariana are very happy and good for each other.

Just two days later, news broke that Ariana and Gomez finalized their divorce. Following the divorce, Ariana and Slater started to make their relationship more public. On October 31, Grande was seen supporting Slater at the first night of previews for his Broadway musical Spamalot in New York City.

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November 2023

Backstage at Gutenberg! The Musical! on November 12, the duo couldn't stop smiling. Slater made a surprise appearance as the producer during the show, and afterwards, he and Grande spent time with the musical's stars Josh Gad and Andrew Rannells.

Grande and the former SpongeBob SquarePants: The Broadway Musical performer have not only been spending time with their theater friends but have also been getting to know each other’s loved ones. According to an insider who exclusively spoke to Us on November 14, Ethan and Ariana’s relationship is going very well, with both of them being very involved in each other’s lives. Ethan has already met her family, and she has met his family.

After their initial meetings, the source revealed that Ariana’s entire family has given Ethan the stamp of approval. Grande’s inner circle adores him and believes that he is a perfect match for her.

December 2023

Ariana Grande showed her support for Slater by inviting her father, Ed Butera, to watch his performance in Spamalot on Christmas Eve. As the year came to a close, Grande took to Instagram to address the criticism surrounding her relationship with Slater in a heartfelt post.

January 2024

She expressed, "I have never experienced such a strong sense of pride, joy, and love, while also feeling incredibly misunderstood by those who don't truly know me. People often put together bits of gossip and form their own assumptions about my life." She added, "Through this, I have come to understand the significance of prioritizing what truly matters."

A source revealed that things have become more serious between Ariana and Ethan in recent months, and they are practically inseparable. Ariana cares deeply for Ethan and envisions a future with him. She is excited for a fresh start in the new year and looks forward to seeing their relationship continue to flourish.

In the same month, another insider shared that Slater had informed his ex-wife about his relationship with Grande just days before the news went public. A third source disclosed that Grande and Slater are deeply in love and did not make an effort to hide their feelings while working together on Wicked, even holding hands in between scenes.

Ariana Grande and Ethan Slaters Relationship Timeline From Wicked Costars to Living Together in NYC

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February 2024

During an episode of “The Zach Sang Show” on the Amazon Music channel on Twitch, Grande opened up about the frustrations that come with watching people misunderstand the ones you care about and yourself.

March 2024

She even made a joke about how releasing her album Eternal Sunshine during a time of relationship drama was not the best decision. She mentioned feeling nervous because some parts of the album are based on real events while others are just part of the overall concept. This made her question the separation between reality and creativity.

Ariana Grande released her seventh studio album, Eternal Sunshine, which included songs speculated to be about her breakup with Gomez and her relationship with Slater. A source mentioned that Grande believed these songs would give her fans a better understanding of her side of the story involving Dalton and Ethan.

The album's lead single, "Yes, And?," seemed to directly address critics. In the bridge of the track, Grande sings, "Don't comment on my body, do not reply. Your business is yours and mine is mine. Why do you care so much whose ride I take?"

April 2024

Grande and Slater were at CinemaCon 2024 in Las Vegas to promote Wicked. Afterward, they were seen showing affection while dining at Nobu Caesars Palace. Grande leaned in for a kiss, and Slater sweetly placed his hand on her chair.

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