Not only was the role transformative for the singer and actress, but on set of Wicked, she met her boyfriend, Ethan Slater, who plays Boq in the film. “My unbiased opinion is that she’s one of the best comedians that’s been in a movie in a long time. She’s a genius,” he said of Ariana's performance in the movie musical.

Grande and Slater both attended CinemaCon 2024 in Las Vegas to promote Wicked, after which they were spotted packing on PDA while having dinner at Nobu Caesars Palace. Grande was seen leaning in to give her boyfriend a kiss, while Slater lovingly placed his hand on the back of her chair.

Ariana Grande shared a photo of herself watching Ryan Reynolds speak about 'Wicked' at the National Board of Review's Jan. 7 gala as she thanked Reynolds for his 'most generous words last night.' 'Meant so much and I appreciate you!

Ariana Grande is thanking Ryan Reynolds for his kind words about Wicked at the National Board of Review Annual Awards Gala. At Tuesday night's event, the Deadpool star presented the musical with the night's main honors - and made the "Yes,

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