Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater made headlines with their public display of affection at a CinemaCon party in Las Vegas. The couple, who recently showcased their new film “Wicked” at the event, were seen flaunting their love and affection towards each other throughout the evening. According to sources, Slater was taking the lead and leading Grande through the party by hand, showing off their undeniable chemistry.
Despite the controversial off-screen relationship between Grande and Slater, the studio behind the film, Universal, seemed unfazed by their public display of affection. Sources at the party revealed that the studio did not seem worried about the couple’s relationship and described them as incredibly affectionate and sweet. This lack of concern from the studio may have surprised industry insiders who expected the couple to downplay their relationship for promotional purposes.
Grande and Slater’s relationship reportedly blindsided Slater’s wife, Lilly Jay, who was described as being a wreck by sources close to the situation. The couple’s high school sweetheart backstory and the fact that they have a baby together added to the drama surrounding their newfound romance. Production sources from the film revealed that Jay would visit Slater on set with their baby, and Grande would even spend time with them, including going on double dates with Grande’s ex-husband, Dalton Gomez.
The fallout from Grande’s divorce with Gomez, which included a one-time payment of $1.25 million with no future alimony, added another layer of complexity to her new relationship with Slater. Despite the financial implications of her divorce, Grande has not publicly commented on her relationship with Slater. Instead, she has let her music speak for itself, with songs like “Yes, And?” possibly reflecting her newfound love and happiness. Reports suggest that Grande and Slater are now happily shacking up together in New York City, painting a picture of a fairy tale ending for the “Wicked” stars.
Grande and Slater’s public display of affection at the CinemaCon party in Las Vegas has certainly raised eyebrows and sparked controversy. While the studio seems unconcerned and the couple appears happy together, the impact on their personal lives and relationships with others cannot be overlooked. Only time will tell how their relationship unfolds in the public eye.