Ariana Grande was all smiles with boyfriend Ethan Slater as they enjoyed a rare date night. On June 8, 2024, Ariana and Ethan attended the 2024 Stanley Cup Final between Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers. The Wicked co-stars were spotted together in the audience at the Amerant Bank Arena, in Florida.
The couple was cheering for the Florida Panthers as Grande was seen in a navy blue sweater featuring a giant panther logo. She paired it with a white miniskirt and a black cat-ear headband. Slater, on the other hand, opted for a simple Panthers team red and blue hoodie.
They attended the match with some of their friends including one of Ariana’s best friends Courtney Chipolone. The Boy Is Mine singer was in high spirits as Panthers won the first game in the Final.
Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater in Florida Panthers Gear
Ariana Grande also shared a childhood photo on her Instagram story, proving her love for the Panthers goes way back. The picture featured a young Ariana alongside her dad and brother, all decked out in Panthers gear.
Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater met on the set of their film Wicked in July 2023. At the time, Ariana was married to Dalton Gomez, whereas Ethan was married to Lily Jay. In July 2023, Grande and Slater’s scandalous affair came to light, leading to their respective divorces. The two soon began dating publicly.
Fans Criticize Ariana and Ethan for Public Date Night
Ariana and Ethan’s recent outing sparked some harsh reactions from fans in the comment section of an Instagram post. One comment read,
“Why are you highlighting home wrecking behavior on both their parts”.
Several similar unhappy fan comments read,
Despite public scrutiny, Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater are focused on building their relationship. Moreover, this latest sighting provides a rare glimpse into the couple’s otherwise private romance.