Ariana Grande had an unforgettable experience when she learned she had been cast as Glinda in the film adaptation of the musical Wicked. The moment she found out, she was filled with joy and excitement. The casting of Cynthia Erivo as fellow lead Elphaba only added to her happiness.
Ethan Slater, known for his role in SpongeBob SquarePants: The Musical, joined the star-studded cast of Wicked as Boq from Munchkinland. Despite feeling intimidated initially, Ethan felt welcomed by the cast and quickly became part of the group.
While filming for Wicked had begun, Ariana confirmed on Instagram that they were halfway through the process in April 2023. She described her time on set as life-changing and full of growth.
However, life outside the Glinda bubble took a turn when Ariana and her husband Dalton Gomez split in July 2023. Shortly after, it was confirmed that Ariana was dating Ethan, who was also going through a separation from his wife Lilly Jay.
The timing of their breakups led to speculation and negativity from tabloids. Ariana addressed the rumors and defended Ethan, emphasizing his good heart and character.
Despite the challenges, Ariana and Ethan supported each other in their careers and personal lives. They were seen enjoying Disney dates, theater outings, and hockey games. Ethan even met Ariana’s family and received their approval.
As their romance continued to blossom, they engaged in subtle PDA during the Wicked press tour. The couple faced public scrutiny but remained strong in their relationship.
In September 2024, Ariana spoke publicly about her relationship with Ethan, pushing back against the negativity from tabloids. She praised Ethan’s character and heart, emphasizing his dedication to his loved ones.
Ethan also addressed their relationship, expressing pride in Ariana’s work and their journey together. Despite facing public scrutiny, they remained supportive of each other and focused on their love.
Their relationship continued to grow as they attended events together and shared magical moments. Despite the challenges they faced, Ariana and Ethan were determined to stay true to each other and their love story.
