Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater shut down breakup rumours after ‘Wicked’ premiere buzz

Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater are still very much together, putting an end to days of online speculation about a supposed split. Despite circulating rumours suggesting the couple had gone their separate ways, sources close to the pair confirm that their relationship remains intact.

The talk began after fans noticed the two did not stand together in the official cast photo at the London premiere of Wicked, held earlier this week. Social media users were quick to question why the pop superstar and her co-star boyfriend appeared distant during the event. Some gossip outlets even claimed the couple had quietly broken up amid busy work schedules and rising career commitments.

However, eyewitnesses who attended the Wicked premiere quickly debunked the speculation. According to multiple accounts, Ariana and Ethan were spotted holding hands and being affectionate backstage. TMZ reported that insiders close to the couple assured everything is fine between them and that they continue to make time for each other despite demanding work obligations.

Grande, who plays Glinda in the upcoming Wicked film, and Slater, who portrays Boq, began dating in 2023 after meeting on set. Their relationship drew intense public attention due to the timing of their romance, which followed Grande’s separation from Dalton Gomez. Since then, the couple has kept a relatively low profile, preferring to let their professional lives take centre stage.

Even so, the pop culture conversation surrounding the two remains constant. Fans have been analysing their every move during the Wicked press tour, with some insisting on reading into small details such as photo arrangements or body language. But sources maintain that Ariana and Ethan are still “absolutely together romantically” and in a good place.

As anticipation grows for Wicked’s release, Grande and Slater seem focused on their work and each other rather than the gossip. For now, the couple continues to weather public scrutiny with quiet confidence, proving that not every headline tells the full story.