Ariana Grande soft launches 'romance' with ex Ricky Alvarez

American singer Ariana Grande shocks fans with major tribute to former partner after breakup

By Hifza Ahmed Siddiqui Published June 28, 2026 at 12:59 PM GMT+5 Updated 2 weeks ago
Ariana Grande soft launches 'romance' with ex Ricky Alvarez
Ariana Grande soft launches 'romance' with ex Ricky Alvarez

Ariana Grande appeared to be moving on in her love life as she marked a special tribute for her former partner Ricky Alvarez.

After the 33-year-old singer changed the lyrics of her famous song thank you, next, romance rumours sparked online.

However, it seems like the Grammy winner is soft launching her next chapter in life with a major move that raised eyebrows.

She followed the dancer’s sister and mother on Instagram according to a report noting her social media activity.

Ariana Grande soft launches romance with ex Ricky Alvarez

Moreover, his own account was followed by the singer.

Ricky was spotted attending The No Tears Left to Cry’s concert for the Eternal Sunshine tour where he reacted when Ariana gushed about him while singing.

The influencer was spotted standing with her former flame’s father.

While the duo were photographed grabbing a bite to eat, it was recently reported by Daily Mail that there is nothing romantic between the two.

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Fans are convinced that the two might be more than friends as the Positions crooner recently came out of her three-year-long relationship with Ethan Slater.

Her romantic bond with the Wicked co-star was not appreciated much by her admirers. The two met on the set of the Disney movie, advancing their relationship before their breakup in 2026.

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