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Ethan Slater makes first solo outing after quiet split from Ariana Grande

The 'Wicked' star breaks cover following reported split from Ariana Grande

Published June 12, 2026
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Ethan Slater makes first solo outing after quiet split from Ariana Grande
Ethan Slater makes solo outing after quiet split from Ariana Grande

Ethan Slater has made his first public appearance days after his split from Ariana Grande was reported.

​On Thursday, June 11, the Wicked star walked down the green carpet of Shakespeare in the Park's Romeo & Juliet, which was held at The Delacorte Theater in New York City's Central Park.

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​For the outing, the 34-year-old actor opted for a casual yet stylish look, wearing a white T-shirt, black pants, and completed his look with white sneakers.

Ethan Slater makes first solo outing after quiet split from Ariana Grande

​This marked Ethan's first public outing after People broke the news that he and Ariana ended their relationship quietly months before, after three years of dating.

​An insider told the outlet, "It's amicable, they gave lots of time and careful consideration and decided to go their separate ways."

​The tattler further shared that Ariana and Ethan "are still friends and very supportive of one another. They have been quietly broken up for several months."

​For those unversed, Ethan and Ariana were first romantically linked back in July 2023. They met on the set of the Wicked franchise.

​Later in November 2024, the former couple made their relationship Instagram official.

​Though the pair had kept their relationship mostly private, they were seen occasionally praising each other’s work, as Ethan celebrated Ariana’s Oscar’s nomination for Wicked on social media while the singer congratulated Ethan for his off-Broadway play Marcel on the Train.

Maliha Javed
Maliha Javed is an entertainment journalist with one year of experience, covering celebrity controversies, viral moments, and trending stories. She navigates the fast-paced digital landscape, breaking down complex narratives into clear, engaging reports that keep readers informed and connected to the latest entertainment buzz.
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