Ariana Grande and Ricky Alvarez Are 'The Real Deal,' Source Says
While speculation swirled, Grande reconnected with a past flame. Insiders frame it as a deliberate return, not a reaction to her recent split.
While fans speculated about her next move, Ariana Grande was quietly circling back to a familiar face. The insider stressed that Alvarez is "the real deal “, a source tells Us. The insider stressed that Alvarez is “far from a rebound,".
Grande and Alvarez previously dated years ago after meeting when he danced on her tours. The Us Weekly source noted that Grande and her ex, Ethan Slater, split long before the public knew, framing the new-old relationship as a considered choice, not a hasty pivot. The insider added that the pair are "still newly dating, but because there's a lot of history there, they were able to fall back into a relationship organically."
Sources
- Report — Us Weekly
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ricky Alvarez?
Ricky Alvarez is a former dancer who worked on Ariana Grande's tours and previously dated the singer years ago.
What did the source say about Ariana Grande's ex, Ethan Slater?
The source noted that Grande and Ethan Slater 'split long before the public knew.'
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