Unraveling Ariana Grande's Romantic Timeline: From Overlapping Relationships to Current Controversies
Ariana Grande's romantic life has always been a topic of interest, and her current relationship with Ethan Slater, her co-star in Wicked, has garnered attention. The couple's romance blossomed after Grande's divorce from Dalton Gomez was finalized in March 2024. Reports suggest that Grande and Slater's connection began while they were both married, with Slater filing for divorce from his high school sweetheart, Lilly Jay, in July 2023. Despite rumors of Grande's involvement, sources close to the couple maintain that they only started dating after both had separated from their partners. However, Jay publicly expressed feeling like 'collateral damage' in the situation.
Grande has faced accusations of overlapping relationships in the past. Her relationship with rapper Mac Miller started in 2012, leading to speculation of his breakup with his high-school sweetheart. At the time, Grande was dating Jai Brooks, who claimed he was cheated on and left for another man. Grande and Miller were later seen together in public, sparking controversy and heartbreak for Miller's former partner.
In 2014, Grande and rapper Big Sean confirmed their relationship shortly after Sean's engagement to Naya Rivera ended. Rivera later implied that Grande and Sean's relationship began as an affair, recounting an incident in her memoir where she found Grande at Sean's home while they were still engaged. The situation added fuel to the rumors of Grande's involvement in overlapping relationships.
Grande's highly publicized relationship with comedian Pete Davidson in 2018 also faced scrutiny. Davidson's ex-girlfriend, writer Cazzie David, revealed in her essay collection that their breakup coincided with his new relationship with Grande. David expressed surprise at the sudden turn of events and the speed at which Davidson moved on. The situation further fueled speculation about Grande's romantic entanglements.
Despite claims from insiders that Grande's relationships did not overlap, the recurring controversies have raised doubts among critics. With each new romance, past allegations resurface, prompting questions about whether Grande's timing is simply unfortunate or if there is a pattern to her relationships. The singer's love life continues to be a subject of intrigue and speculation, keeping fans and critics alike engaged.