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Ariana Grande and Ricky Alvarez Reconnect Amidst New Projects
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Ariana Grande and Ricky Alvarez Reconnect Amidst New Projects

From TVN Panamá · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

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  • Ariana Grande has reportedly reconnected with her ex-boyfriend Ricky Alvarez following her breakup with Ethan Slater.
  • Sources indicate the reunion is proceeding cautiously, with both prioritizing trust and comfort over immediate commitment.
  • Alvarez recently spent the July 4th weekend with Grande and her family in Florida, coinciding with a break in her "Eternal Sunshine" tour.

Ariana Grande is once again capturing public attention, with sources close to the singer reporting she has re-established contact with her former boyfriend, Ricky Alvarez. This development comes after Grande's recent separation from Ethan Slater.

Ariana always considered Ricky a friend. She holds no grudges [since their breakup]. Ricky is reliable, trustworthy, and very understanding. Ariana feels she can be herself with Ricky.

— Source Close to the ArtistDescribing the nature of Grande and Alvarez's renewed connection.

According to reports from People magazine, Grande and Alvarez have decided to reconnect without rushing their relationship. They are focusing on rebuilding the trust and closeness that characterized their bond. A source close to the artist described their interactions as prudent and free from immediate expectations of a formal romance.

"Ariana has always considered Ricky a friend," a source revealed. "She holds no grudges [since their breakup]. Ricky is reliable, trustworthy, and very understanding. Ariana feels she can be herself with Ricky." The insider also noted that Grande particularly values Alvarez's sense of humor and their easy conversational connection. The singer is reportedly enjoying his presence in her life again, though both are opting for a step-by-step approach.

They have no intention of formalizing anything immediately, but Ari is happy to have him back in her life.

— Source Close to the ArtistIndicating the casual and unhurried pace of their reunion.

These reports gained further traction after another source disclosed that Ricky Alvarez joined Ariana Grande and her family in Florida for the July 4th weekend. This gathering occurred during a pause in Grande's "Eternal Sunshine" concert tour. The source added that Grande enjoys having close friends accompany her on tour, emphasizing that "Ricky has always been a friend and confidant, and Ariana truly trusts him. He has a very positive energy, makes her laugh, and she enjoys spending time with him."

She's having a great time on tour. She loves having her close friends accompany her on parts of the tour. Ricky has always been a friend and confidant, and Ariana truly trusts him. He has a very positive energy, makes her laugh, and she enjoys spending time with him.

— SourceDetailing Grande's enjoyment of Alvarez's company during her tour.
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Originally published by TVN Panamá in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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