In a recent sighting, pop sensation Ariana Grande and her rumored beau, Ethan Slater, known for their co-starring roles in the upcoming Wicked movie, were spotted taking a significant step in their relationship. The couple, accompanied by Grande’s father, Ed Butera, indulged in a cozy dinner at a local Italian restaurant in New York City.
Page Six exclusively captured moments of the Broadway alums arriving in a sleek black SUV. Grande, 30, was seen donning a stylish ensemble comprising a mini skirt, black cardigan, sheer tights, and a hat, while Slater, 31, opted for an all-black athletic attire. The trio also attended Slater’s Broadway performance in Spamalot, with Grande’s father adding a touch of humor by making a memorable finger pinch gesture, as revealed in a photo shared by Grande on her Instagram Story.
This dinner date comes on the heels of Grande’s pre-Christmas Instagram photo dump, which featured a Christmas tree ornament shaped like a container of SPAM—a clever nod to Slater’s role in the Broadway revival of Spamalot.
Amid the festive season, Hollywood stars, including Grande and Slater, embraced the Christmas spirit with joy and celebration in 2023.
In October, an inside source provided an update on Grande and Slater’s blossoming romance to ET, highlighting their shared enthusiasm for the relationship. The source emphasized Grande’s admiration for Slater’s talent and the artistic challenges they bring to each other. Slater, a devoted father with a son from a previous marriage, is fully committed to building a strong bond with Ariana and her family.
Grande, fresh from her divorce from Dalton Gomez, and Slater, recently separated from Lilly Jay, embarked on their relationship journey. Despite initial hurdles and Jay’s exclusive statement to Page Six, describing her family as “collateral damage,” Grande’s family stands behind the couple, as long as Ariana is happy.
The couple has been frequently spotted together, with Grande attending Spamalot’s opening night and an early Halloween performance. Backstage glimpses at Gutenberg! The Musical! with stars Andrew Rannells and Josh Gad, along with Slater’s Spamalot co-star Michael Urie, highlight the couple’s ongoing journey, supported by their circle of friends and family.
In a separate development, Ariana Grande’s ex-husband Dalton Gomez has been spotted sharing a kiss with actress Maika Monroe just days after finalizing their divorce, as captured in a revealing photograph.
