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Only days following their dinner outing in New York City, a reliable source revealed to PEOPLE on December 28 that the relationship between Ariana Grande, 30, and Ethan Slater, 31, is intensifying. The source stated, “Ariana is committed to Ethan. She thoroughly enjoys her time with him.” Furthermore, the couple is said to lead a “normal” daily life, preferring to spend their time indoors. The insider noted, “It’s a very typical relationship.”
The most recent updates about the couple emerge just five months after the initial reports of their romantic involvement. According to the same source, Ariana and the Spamalot actor do “occasionally go out.” Nevertheless, she is currently engrossed in her forthcoming album project and opts for a more low-key lifestyle. Prior to his connection with the “Side to Side” songstress, Ethan was previously married to Lilly Jay, who has openly expressed her disapproval of the new romance.
Ariana, set to appear in the forthcoming Wicked films alongside Ethan, was recently seen in New York City for a dinner excursion with her boyfriend and her father, Edward Butera. Throughout the outing, the stylish blonde donned a monochromatic black ensemble, showcasing a chic mini cocktail dress with long sleeves. Completing her look were a fur bucket hat, black heels, black tights, and a petite black purse. Ethan, on the other hand, sported Nike joggers and a black zip-up jacket.
After the family dinner, a source close to the founder of R.e.m. Beauty shared with PEOPLE that the couple is mutually supportive. On December 27, the insider mentioned, “They enjoy backing each other in their respective endeavors. When Ariana wraps up her work, she delights in attending the theater whenever possible.” Presently, Ethan is featured in the Broadway play Spamalot, and Ariana has been observed attending the show on multiple occasions.
Ethan and Ariana’s newfound romance follows Ariana’s divorce from Dalton Gomez, 28. The Grammy winner and her former spouse were married from 2021 until reports emerged in July, revealing their separation in early 2023. According to a source close to the situation, as reported by TMZ in July, Ariana and Dalton made efforts to reconcile but ultimately “failed” in salvaging their marriage.
As of October 6, Page Six verified that they had formally concluded their divorce. The tabloid’s source stated at the time, “Ariana and Dalton were genuinely committed to supporting each other throughout this process, aiming to make it as mutually uncomplicated as possible—that’s why they took their time with every aspect.”
