Ariana Grande Seen Reunited with Ex Ricky Alvarez in New York After Recent Divorce

Ariana Grande, 33, has been spotted closely reunited with her former boyfriend and longtime dancer Ricky Alvarez in New York City, just a month after her divorce from actor Dalton Gomez became public. The pair, who dated for about a year before splitting in 2016, were seen walking arm-in-arm in Central Park, confirming weeks of rumors about their romantic comeback. TMZ published footage showing Grande smiling and holding Alvarez around the waist as they strolled with her dog.

The rekindling follows a period of speculation fueled by Grande's recent changes to the lyrics of her hit song "Thank U, Next," where she now references Alvarez more positively. Last month, she celebrated her birthday with Alvarez, and earlier in July, they were also photographed together in Florida on the Fourth of July holiday.

Grande's recent breakup from Gomez, whom she married in 2021 and divorced in July 2023, was reportedly amicable and kept low-profile. Her previous relationship with Ethan Slater, lasting nearly three years, also ended quietly months ago. The renewed relationship with Alvarez, who some had claimed negatively influenced her in the past, marks a notable shift in her personal life and public narrative.

Fans and observers are now curious about how this reunion might influence Grande's future music and public appearances, especially given the lyrical changes and her openness about past relationships.