Ariana Grande shared a series of intimate photos with her boyfriend Ricky Alvarez on Instagram, marking a public display of affection amid their rekindled romance. The pop star posted an Instagram carousel that included multiple snapshots of her and Alvarez kissing.
This update comes as Grande takes a planned hiatus from the spotlight, focusing on her relationship with Alvarez, which reportedly rekindled three months ago. Grande and Alvarez, who were previously in a relationship from April 2015 to July 2016, sparked reunion rumors over the summer.
Grande's post featured a mix of content, including snapshots from her "Eternal Sunshine" tour, recent selfies showcasing a new bob hairstyle, and intimate moments with her dogs. The cover photo of her carousel post depicted Grande and Alvarez embracing outdoors, with another image showing Grande kissing Alvarez's forehead.
The singer also included glimpses of a recent trip to Japan and photos of her dogs. The carousel also featured images of her outfits and hairstyles.
Beyond her personal life, Grande is reportedly preparing for a press tour for the upcoming film "Focker-In-Law," slated for a November 25 release. The comedy is the fourth installment in the "Meet the Parents" franchise, with Grande playing the fiancée of a character played by Skyler Gisondo.
Grande had previously announced a hiatus from her career following scrutiny over her appearance during her tour. She clarified that the break was planned in advance and not a reaction to external negativity, stating that "multiple things can be true at the same time. Yes, boundaries, they need to be set. Human beings can need a break sometimes."
Her social media activity follows a period of speculation regarding her relationship status. During her tour, Grande subtly altered lyrics in her song "Thank U, Next," hinting at a settled future with Alvarez. In one instance, she sang, "Wrote some songs about Ricky, I'm tryna make him my last," a change from the original lyric, "Wrote some songs about Ricky, now I listen and laugh."
Prior to her reunion with Alvarez, Grande was in a relationship with "Wicked" co-star Ethan Slater. She was also previously married to real estate agent Dalton Gomez, whom she separated from in early 2023.