Wat-Not Staff
Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater shared a special moment on the red carpet for Wicked in Sydney, Australia. The two stars were seen holding each other close and smiling at the film’s premiere on Nov. 3.
Grande, 31, and Slater, 32, made their relationship official on Instagram after she shared photos from the premiere. Grande, who plays Glinda, is excited to bring the Wicked magic to fans worldwide.
In a heart warming photo, Slater held his arm around Grande’s waist while she leaned on his shoulder.
Fans of Grande were thrilled to see the pair together, expressing excitement for both the romance and the movie. Slater even connected with a fan who handed him a friendship bracelet for Grande, creating a viral moment online.
Grande stars alongside Cynthia Erivo, who plays Elphaba, in this highly anticipated adaptation. Their chemistry with Slater, who plays Boq, has generated much excitement among fans.
Wicked Cast Brings Magic to the Big Screen
Wicked, one of Broadway’s most popular musicals, arrives in theatres Nov. 22. The movie features an all-star cast including Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero and Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard.
Grande and Slater, along with Erivo, have built anticipation for the film’s premiere in Australia, marking a milestone for fans of the musical.
Slater’s role as Boq has already captured fan attention, particularly after the viral bracelet moment. Grande fans have praised Slater for the gesture, which underscored the strong fan following the film has. The pair’s public appearances and interactions have boosted excitement for the movie.
Along with Bailey and Goldblum, the cast includes Marissa Bode as Nessarose, Bowen Yang as Pfannee, Keala Settle as Miss Coddle, Peter Dinklage as Dr. Dillamond, and Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrile.
The highly anticipated film brings these beloved characters to life, with some actors making their Wicked debuts.
Grande and Slater’s Relationship Journey
Grande and Slater first met on the set of Wicked in 2022, which later blossomed into romance. After Grande’s separation from Dalton Gomez, the pair’s relationship went public in July 2023. Slater, who separated from his ex-wife Lilly Jay, has a young son and is known for his Broadway roles, including Spamalot.
Fans were quick to comment on their relationship, with many expressing support.
The couple’s recent appearance in Australia solidified their romance, and Grande’s Instagram post gave fans a glimpse of their connection. The couple has received positive feedback from fans excited to see their chemistry in Wicked.
The new film, directed by Jon M. Chu, promises to be a cinematic experience, reintroducing audiences to Oz. With Grande’s charm as Glinda and Erivo’s powerful portrayal of Elphaba, the movie aims to capture both new fans and longtime admirers of Wicked
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