ELLE- Ariana Grande and Ricky Alvarez are dating again, as reported by *People* and TMZ.
- A source detailed their new dynamic to *People*, stating they are taking things very slowly.
- Grande and Alvarez first dated from 2015 to 2016 and have remained friends since their breakup.
- A source told *People* that they are not jumping into anything serious right away, but Ari is happy to have him back in her life.
- Grande and Alvarez were first spotted spending time together in June.
- On July 7, a source mentioned that Ricky has always been a friend and confidant to Ariana, who really trusts him.
- Grande recently changed the lyric about Alvarez in her song “Thank U, Next” to reflect their rekindled relationship.
- Grande has been quietly single for months, having split from *Wicked* actor Ethan Slater several months ago.
- A source explained that the split from Slater was amicable, and they are still friends and supportive of one another.
Ariana Grande and Ricky Alvarez are rekindling their romance, with sources revealing they are taking things very slowly. After their initial relationship from 2015 to 2016, they have remained friends, and Grande is reportedly happy to have him back in her life.123
A source explained to *People*, “They’re not jumping into anything serious right away, but Ari is happy to have him back in her life.” The two were first spotted together in June, shortly after Grande's split from actor Ethan Slater, which was described as amicable.4589
Grande has been focusing on her tour and reconnecting with friends, stating, “Ariana is having the best time reconnecting with fans and loves being onstage.” The insider noted that Alvarez has always been a “friend and confidant” for Grande, who appreciates his positive energy and support.
Their relationship appears to be evolving, as Grande recently changed the lyrics in her song Thank U, Next to reflect their renewed connection, singing, “We always find our way back.” The couple has been seen together multiple times, including a family gathering on July 4.
As they navigate this new chapter, sources emphasize their strong friendship and mutual respect, with one stating, “Ricky is dependable, trustworthy and very supportive. Ariana feels she can be herself around Ricky.”
“Grande changed the lyric about Alvarez in her song 'Thank U, Next' from 'Now I listen and laugh' to 'We always find our way back' amid the rekindled relationship. The pair, who dated from 2015 to 2016, have remained close friends since their split.”
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