Ariana Grande, through a reflection published on Instagram, has spoken for the first time about her relationship with Ethan Slater, shortly after she separated from her ex-husband, Dalton Gomez. In the long confession, Ari said that people "misunderstood" and made assumptions about her relationship.
"One of the most transformative, challenging and again, among the happiest and most special years of my life. I have never felt more compassion and acceptance of what life was screaming to teach me. I have never felt more fulfilled and present in my work, able to enjoy every moment. I gave it my all and maybe, I gave my heart and soul to the projects I was lucky enough to participate in and learn so much from every brilliant and beautiful soul I had the privilege of creating art and crossing paths with this year.” , said Ariana.
Further, it continued:
"I've never felt more proud, happy and loved, while I've felt so misunderstood by people who don't know me," Ari said, pointing out that assumptions were made from voices that just came together to talk about her life.
"I have never felt more protected by those who love and understand me (friends, family and fans). I feel safe even in the midst of many things that I used to fear. I'm listening and trusting myself, even when fear or trauma tell me not to do (something)".
She emphasized that she is grateful for all the inexplicable sensations she has experienced this year, saying that she feels more human, softer and stronger at the same time.
"I am wrapping you all in love and wishing you a very happy and healthy New Year. If you ever feel misunderstood or alone, remember that it will pass and that you are not (alone or misunderstood). Take a deep breath and know that you are very much loved. I can't wait for next year", the singer and actress concluded her statement.
The 30-year-old singer said that she only reacts to things that deserve her energy and that she is protecting herself from those situations that affect her.
The winner of the Grammy award was placed in the center of criticism for her relationship with the colleague of the "Wicked" series, Ethan Slater, also known for his role as SpongeBob SquarePants. The internet did not take her next step very well, as Ethan was married to his partner, Lilly Jay, who he had known for 10 years and they have a young child together.
According to rumors, Ethan was still married when he was dating Ariana and she has seen his ex-wife a few times (Ethan filed for divorce last week) and let's just say that TikTok finds this action hypocritical and according to to people on this social network, Ariana is not a "girl supporting girls" at all.
Sources close to Lilly Jay said that she feels betrayed and terribly sorry that her family was destroyed. “Ethan told Lilly a few days before the rumor came out that he and Ariana were dating and told her he wanted a divorce. Lilly never expected it." Another source said that Ariana and Ethan were not careful at all, as they often held hands in between filming.
According to the Daily Mail, Lilly has been out several times with Ethan and Ariana, who met their baby and even held it in her arms. They had dinner in London and Ariana told Lilly she wanted to be a mother. "I can't wait to have my family", said Ari.
