girlfriend every day,” but Slater quickly pivoted to praising his co-stars and his experience on stage.
“The entire cast is incredible,” Slater said, gushing over Cynthia Erivo, his costar in the musical. He shared that watching Grande and Erivo perform was “pretty special” and that he enjoyed feeling the energy of the audience during screenings at premieres.
Rumors Swirl as Stars Keep Their Distance
Despite Slater’s efforts to stay on topic, the interview took place amid swirling rumors of a potential breakup between the couple. The pair has kept their distance at public events and have not been seen together in recent months. Reps for both Slater and Grande did not respond immediately to requests for comment.
The situation is reminiscent of last year when Ariana Grande ended her marriage to real estate broker Dalton Gomez, with both stars maintaining a professional demeanor despite the personal drama. Ethan Slater was first linked to Grande in July 2023, just as he filed for divorce from his wife Lilly Jay, who has since criticized Grande’s behavior.
Background and Context
Ethan Slater and Ariana Grande were first connected in 2023, a year that saw significant changes in both of their personal lives. Their relationship drew attention when Slater filed for divorce from his wife Lilly Jay, who has since spoken out about her feelings towards the singer.
Grande, on the other hand, ended her marriage to Dalton Gomez later that same year and praised him as “adorable” and “amazing.” In an interview with GQ, Slater referred to their relationship as “a beautiful thing,” adding another layer of complexity to the ongoing speculation about their future together.
Conclusion
The interview on “Today” show only added to the mystery surrounding Ethan Slater and Ariana Grande’s relationship. As both stars continue to navigate their personal lives, fans will undoubtedly keep a close eye on any further developments that might shed light on their future as a couple or not.
