Ariana Grande’s life has always been under the spotlight, but recent events have fueled even greater fascination with her personal life.
Key Takeaways
- The recent private movie screening hosted by Ariana for the Kardashian-Jenner family has sparked backlash.
- Ariana’s boyfriend Ethan looks similar to Ariana’s brother Frankie.
- Frankie adores Ethan and has found him to be a sweet and great guy.
Ariana Grande recently hosted a private screening of her upcoming musical film Wicked with co-star Cynthia Erivo for the Kardashian-Jenner family.
This decision of her has added to her growing media attention.
The event, hosted at Kim Kardashian’s house, was much more than just a film screening.
It was a sleepover “Wicked” themed with pajamas, custom decorations, and Wicked-inspired snacks.
Fans reacted negatively to Ariana’s involvement with the Kardashians, feeling that her association with the reality TV family seemed out of place and clashed with her usual image.
“Seriously? They threw a party for the most spoiled, privileged family in the US?”
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“This is a misstep from the Promo/Marketing team. It’s giving major ick”
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However, this recent promotional stunt has reignited interest in her personal life, particularly her romantic relationship with Ethan Slater.
Ariana Grande’s Boyfriend Ethan Looks Alike Her Brother Frankie
Ethan Slater, her current boyfriend and Wicked co-star, entered Ariana’s life after her high-profile separation from her ex-husband, Dalton Gomez.
The two bonded while filming Wicked, where Ariana plays Glinda and Slater takes on the role of Boq.
Known for his acclaimed role in SpongeBob SquarePants: The Broadway Musical, Slater also recently finalized his divorce from his ex-wife Lilly Jay, which added fuel to the ongoing media frenzy around the couple.
Ethan’s presence in Ariana’s life has not only drawn attention due to his theater background but also because of his uncanny resemblance to Ariana’s brother, Frankie Grande.
Fans and media alike have taken note of the surprising similarities between the two.
With their round eyes, thin lips, bright smiles, and a slim gap between their two front teeth, people could easily mistake Ethan and Frankie for siblings.
Moreover, their shared facial features and similar expressions have fueled countless memes and comments online, with fans pointing out how Slater’s look could make him a believable Grande sibling.
@sam_stryker #greenscreen #arianagrande #popcrave #ethanslater #tmz #frankiegrande ♬ original sound – Sam Stryker
However, Frankie adores his sister’s boyfriend Ethan, and finds him to be sweet.
“I love him, he’s a very sweet guy. I’ve been a fan of him ever since seeing him in SpongeBob: the musical. And I got to interview him when I was doing the SpongeBob SquarePants podcast. He’s a great guy. Ethan’s a wonderful guy. I just, I adore him. I, honestly I’ve always just said this, all I want is for my sister to be happy and when she’s happy I’m happy. So I’m very happy,”
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With Wicked’s premiere looming, Ariana’s life, both on and off the screen remains a point of public fascination.
Whether it’s the recent promotional stunt, her relationship with Ethan, or her brother and boyfriend looking alike, Ariana continues to take the spotlight.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Frankie Grande identifies himself as a gay person.
- He is married to an actor and a model, Hale Leon.
- Ethan recently got divorced from his ex-wife Lilly Jay on September 13, 2024.
