In a twist that has captured the attention of fans and industry insiders alike, Ethan Slater and Ariana Grande, who reportedly ignited a romance on the set of Wicked, made separate red carpet appearances at a recent awards event. Though they might have found love amid the glitter of film sets, both stars opted to walk the red carpet solo, fueling further speculation about the nature of their connection.
The tension surrounding their public appearances was palpable when an interview with Ethan Slater took an unexpected turn. When the conversation veered towards Wicked and Ariana, Ethan’s tense demeanour raised eyebrows among onlookers, reported the Mirror.
Body language expert Judi James provided insight into the moment, explaining: “The eye-dart made Ethan look almost surprised the reference had come up. Either he was keen to prove his solo star status chops here or he was wary of being thrown questions about Ariana.” Her analysis suggests that even without Ariana physically present, the chemistry between them remains a topic of considerable intrigue.
Adding to the narrative, Judi further emphasized the unspoken bond between the two. Speaking to the Mirror US, she remarked: “Ethan might have been flying solo on this red-carpet appearance, but Ariana was with him in spirit if not in person thanks to the way he was still channeling her body language traits. Close couples will often become twinned in terms of their non-verbal displays, mirroring each other whether they’re standing close or apart, and Ethan’s wide, fawn-eyed cuteness looked straight out of the Ariana playbook.”
This observation not only points to the lingering influence of their time together on Wicked but also highlights how public gestures and body language can continue to speak volumes about personal connections.
The film Wicked has been making headlines with its 10 nominations at the awards ceremony, and the off-screen romance between Ethan and Ariana has added an extra layer of buzz. During filming, sparks reportedly flew despite both stars being married at the time. Their decision to end their respective relationships before going public has ignited a firestorm of gossip, with some critics expressing concern over Ethan’s role as a father and the implications of their high-profile romance.
Reflecting on the controversy in a GQ interview last year, Ethan shared, “There were a lot of big changes in private lives that were really happening, so it’s really hard to see people who don’t know anything about what’s happening commenting on it and speculating, and then getting things wrong about the people you love, but, of course, it was an amazing year and a really beautiful thing, and I’m just really excited.”
While details about their relationship since the movie’s release remain sparse, both stars continue to balance private moments with public appearances. Their independent red carpet arrivals, such as at the SAG Awards and the National Board of Review Annual Awards Gala in New York, only add fuel to the ongoing speculation about the true state of their partnership.
