Ethan Slater supports Ariana Grande backstage during SNL

Ariana Grande's Boyfriend Ethan Slater Supports Her Backstage During SNL Hosting Gig
Ethan Slater supports Ariana Grande backstage during SNL
Ariana Grande 's hosting debut on Saturday Night Live in 2025 was an unforgettable moment in her career, and she had a special supporter by her side—her boyfriend, Ethan Slater . The Broadway actor, who has been dating Grande for over a year, made sure to be there to cheer her on as she tackled the iconic comedy sketch show. A Sweet Backstage Moment Sources close to Ariana shared that Ethan was a constant presence backstage, offering words of encouragement and helping her stay calm before her big sketches. Known for his supportive nature, Ethan’s presence clearly meant a lot to Ariana, especially as she prepared for the pressure of hosting the live show. "Ethan’s always been her rock," an insider revealed. "She was nervous, but having him there made all the difference." Ethan’s Growing Support The couple has been known for keeping their relationship private, but they’ve been seen out together more frequently lately. Ethan, who starred in SpongeBob SquarePants: The Mus…