Ariana Grande leaves breakup behind with biggest career year yet

Ariana Grande is entering a new chapter in both her personal and professional life following her reported breakup with actor Ethan Slater. While the pair have ended their relationship after nearly three years together, the Grammy-winning singer remains focused on an ambitious slate of music, film and television projects.

According to E! News, Grande and Slater ended their relationship amicably several months before the news became public. Neither has publicly commented in detail on the split, but sources described the separation as friendly.

Professionally, Grande is currently on her Eternal Sunshine Tour, her first concert tour in seven years. The singer recently launched the tour in Oakland, California, where she thanked fans for their support during the opening night. Friends and family, including Demi Lovato, Liz Gillies, Matt Bennett, Joan Grande and Frankie Grande, have attended several tour stops.

Grande is also preparing to release her upcoming album, Petal, on July 31. The project follows the success of eternal sunshine and explores themes of personal growth, healing and letting go of negative influences. Its lead single, Hate That I Made You Love Me, has already generated significant attention ahead of the album's release.

Beyond music, Grande continues expanding her acting career. She will reprise her role as Glinda in Wicked: For Good, appear in the upcoming season of American Horror Story, star in the comedy Focker-in-Law, and reunite with Wicked collaborators on future stage and film projects.

As she celebrates her 33rd birthday, Grande appears to be prioritising creativity and career growth while embracing a busy schedule across music, television and film.