Ariana Grande's inner circle concerned over whirlwind romance with Ethan Slater amid ongoing divorce
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Pop sensation Ariana Grande, famous for her chart-topping hits, is currently in the midst of a whirlwind romance with her boyfriend, Ethan Slater, aged 31.
Despite the couple appearing deeply in love, individuals close to Grande are voicing concerns about the rapid pace at which the relationship is developing.
Ariana Grande's swift romance raises concerns among friends
According to sources from RadarOnline, the 29-year-old Grande has been a regular attendee at Slater's Broadway show, Spamalot, going to at least five performances and purportedly considering making it a weekly occurrence.
While supporting one's partner is commendable, some insiders suggest Grande's frequent attendance is causing a stir in the theater community.
"Ariana has showed up at Ethan's Broadway show at least five times and plans to keep going at least once a week," revealed a source to the National Enquirer. The singer's avid attendance in the audience has reportedly sparked curiosity among observers.
"Her presence in the audience is freaking everyone out!" the source added.
Grande and Slater, both in the process of finalizing divorces, started their relationship in July while working on the film adaptation of 'Wicked.' The report indicates that Slater has already moved into Grande's multimillion-dollar apartment, raising further concerns among those close to the pop star.
"Ariana falls hard and fast. That's who she is," a source explained. Everyone is telling her to slow down before she makes another mistake — but she is that girl who can never stay single for long."
Concerns about the pace of her relationship arise from her history of swift romantic engagements, notably her previous whirlwind marriage to Dalton Gomez in 2021.
Given Grande's history of rapid romantic involvement, friends are reportedly cautioning her to take things slow this time. The singer's past engagements with comedian Pete Davidson and her subsequent marriage to Gomez have been marked by quick transitions, causing speculation about the longevity of her relationships.
Ongoing controversy surrounds relationship origins
Grande and Gomez confirmed their separation in July 2023, and eyebrows were raised when Slater, her current boyfriend, announced the end of his marriage to Lily Jay shortly afterward.
Fans were left surprised, particularly given the rumored flirtatious relationship between Grande and Slater on the set of 'Wicked.'
Slater and Jay had been together for 10 years. They married in November 2018 and welcomed their son to the world in 2022.
The controversy surrounding the timing of Grande and Slater's romance has added another layer of complexity. Slater announced his divorce just weeks after Grande's separation from Gomez, causing speculation about the timeline of their connection.
Despite assurances from Grande and Gomez that there was no overlap between relationships, the circumstances have kept tongues wagging.
