Ethan Slater was recently seen on SNL backstage supporting the host Ariana Grande. The Tony-nominated actor appeared in photos as Grande helmed “Saturday Night Live” for the third time. Moreover, the sighting landed while breakup rumors swirled, though neither has addressed them.
Still, images from friends on Instagram and fans suggested a normal show-night routine. Therefore, Slater’s appearance on Saturday Night Live, hosted by Grande, read like a quiet reassurance, not a spectacle, with work and support overlapping throughout the evening.
Ethan Slater makes appearace on SNL set as Ariana Grande hosts for third time
As per Elle’s report, Elizabeth Gillies shared a carousel from 30 Rock, and Ethan Slater showed up in multiple frames. He wore a black long-sleeved shirt with brown pants while posing with the cast and writers. Elle added he “appeared to be there to support his girlfriend.” Meanwhile, Gillies cheered the night’s mix of milestones and cameos. As Gillies wrote, “Nobody does it like you, dingus.” She followed with, “Another brilliant episode.” Then she capped it off: “AND- CHER! PLUS CHRISTMAS!”
Additionally, Gillies praised Grande’s performance beat-by-beat. She captioned her Instagram post, “What a treat it is to watch you use your many talents.” In another photo, Grande lifted a glass in a small toast while Slater stood beside her. Moreover, Gillies nodded to an ensemble goodbye, noting it was Faye Dunaway’s last episode and that Bowen Yang marked his own farewell from SNL. Consequently, the room felt like a wrap party and a sendoff at once.
Context helps Ethan Slater, Ariana Grande’s SNL narrative. The pair met while filming “Wicked”, playing Boq and Glinda. Earlier this year, they supported Gillies on Broadway. At the time, Gillies posted, “THANK YOU FOR COMING TO THE SHOP, MY DINGUS!!” Separately, DeuxMoi circulated an alleged hallway snap of Slater headed to the SNL floors. Yet the images that drove the night were Gillies’ behind-the-scenes frames. Altogether, the takeaway remained simple. It was Ariana at work, with Ethan close by, and the evening looked steady rather than strained.
Originally reported by Santanu Das on RealityTea.
