Ethan Slater Steps Back Into the Spotlight Amid Rumors and Rising Fame
So here's what's been going on with Ethan Slater — and there’s quite a bit to unpack. The 33-year-old actor, best known lately as Ariana Grande’s boyfriend and for his role in the Wicked films, has just landed a bold new cover for Fault Magazine. In the shoot, he went for a striking look: a cropped black blazer, high-waisted pants, no shirt underneath, and a bright red brooch adding a pop of color. It was a confident, slightly edgy presentation, and it instantly grabbed attention.
But the photos weren’t the only thing making waves. The timing of the shoot and interview came right after rumors about his relationship with Grande reignited — mostly because of an awkward moment during his appearance on the Today show, where he dodged a question about working alongside his girlfriend. That created a whole new round of speculation about whether the two are still together.
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In the interview itself, though, Slater kept the focus on his work and his personal growth. He talked openly about his “faults,” admitting he’s terrible at responding to text messages — something he said often makes people think he doesn’t care, even when that isn’t the case. He explained how overwhelming constant notifications can feel and how that anxiety sometimes gets in the way of staying connected with the people he loves.
Professionally, he’s in a moment of major momentum. His role as Boq/Tin Man in Wicked: For Good helped deliver a massive box-office opening of $226 million. He reflected on how surreal it’s been to see more audiences discover his work, saying it feels like his characters are becoming more recognizable than he is — and, honestly, he seems relieved about that. To him, it’s a sign that the focus is shifting toward the roles and away from the noise around his personal life.
He also opened up about moving between stage and film, describing the contrast in how audiences experience each performance. On stage, everything has to be big and projected outward; on camera, the audience becomes the lens, catching the small, quiet details. Someone once told him that on stage people hear what you say, but in film they hear what you think — and he said that idea really stuck with him.
Of course, people are still watching his relationship closely. Slater and Grande were hit with intense scrutiny from the beginning, especially since their romance began while they were still navigating previous marriages. Their recent avoidance of public appearances together fueled more breakup talk, even though insiders continue to insist they’re still a couple.
For now, though, Ethan Slater seems focused on work, self-reflection, and navigating fame at his own pace — even if the attention around him shows no sign of slowing down.
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