Global pop star and America's "little sister" Ariana Grande expressed public affection for her boyfriend Ethan Slater, dismissing rumors of a rift.
On the 24th (local time), according to the Daily Mail, Ariana Grande reposted on her social media to celebrate the closing of Ethan Slater's latest theater project, "Marcel on the Train," showing extraordinary affection.
Ariana reposted a theater-related photo that Ethan shared with the phrase "Celebrating the beautiful run of this gorgeous show. I am so, so proud of you" and added heart and butterfly emojis, creating a sweet atmosphere.
Their recent actions drew more attention because they came after breakup rumors surfaced. The two, who met on the set of the film Wicked and became a couple, faced questions that they might have broken up as the time they spent out of the public eye lengthened since the end of last year.
In fact, according to close sources, the two reportedly went through a "rough patch" at the end of last year. A source said, "Ariana and Ethan went through a difficult time at the end of last year," noting, "They did not break up, but there was a moment when it was unclear whether they could continue the relationship."
But the two worked through the issues by talking, and recently they have maintained a strengthened relationship, with Ethan accompanying Ariana on her "Saturday Night Live (SNL)" schedule and spending holidays with her family.
Some have offered interesting analyses of Ariana Grande's dating style. A source said Ariana tends to be attracted to men who are "less" physically striking than she is, suggesting this may stem from her inner insecurities, which drew attention.
Meanwhile, Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater met while filming the movie Wicked, and their relationship first made headlines in July 2023. That same month, Ethan Slater filed for divorce from his wife Lily Jay, and Ariana Grande filed for divorce from her ex-husband Dalton Gomez after two years of marriage, citing "irreconcilable differences" as the reason.
After the dating rumors intensified, they faced allegations of an affair. Nevertheless, Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater developed their relationship as a couple, attending award shows together and enjoying dates.
Their romance, which had a rocky start with affair controversies and each of their divorce proceedings, has attracted Hollywood's attention as they overcome all the controversies and support each other's careers while growing their love.
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