Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater made their first public appearance together at a Stanley Cup post-season game, giving fans a peek into their relationship.
The duo showed up at the Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida on Saturday, June 8, cheering on the Florida Panthers – a nod to Grande’s Florida roots. Both were all smiles, matching in Panthers gear, with Grande sporting her classic slicked-back ponytail and a chic black headband.
Their paths first crossed during the filming of ‘Wicked.’ Rumors of their romance began circulating after Grande split from her husband Dalton Gomez. Slater, previously married to Lilly Jay, with whom he shares a baby born in 2022, added complexity to their love story.
Reports confirm that their relationship was confirmed publicly in July 2023 by The People. They recently embarked on a romantic journey following their respective separations.
In light of recent events, Page Six reported Slater being caught off guard by his involvement with the singer, given his past with a new baby and a previous marriage. The early days may have been rocky, but the couple has aimed to keep their private life out of the headlines, often spotted on casual outings like trips to Disney World or cozy dinners. Grande even supported Slater by attending his week-long residency in NYC at Cafe Carlyle before their hockey game date night.
Some fans have also analyzed Grande’s music, speculating on how songs like “the Boy is Mine” could hint at her feelings towards Slater.