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Entertainment · November 11, 2026

Ariana Grande and Boyfriend Ricky Alvarez Make Red Carpet Debut Amid Rekindled Romance

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Ariana Grande and Ricky Álvarez made their official red carpet debut at the world premiere of the comedy film 'Focker-in-Law' on Wednesday, November 11, at the Beacon Theatre in New York City. The appearance confirms their rekindled romance after previously dating from 2015 to 2016. Grande, 33, wore a patterned silver, gray, and white ballgown by Badgley Mischka with her hair styled in a ponytail, while Álvarez, 35, wore a black blazer and cuffed blue jeans. The couple was photographed sharing several public displays of affection, including holding hands and gazing at one another.

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  • Ariana Grande and Ricky Álvarez attended the 'Focker-in-Law' world premiere together on Wednesday, November 11.
  • The event took place at the Beacon Theatre in New York City.
  • This was the couple's first official red carpet appearance together.
  • The pair previously dated between 2015 and 2016.
  • Grande wore a patterned white/silver/gray gown and styled her hair in a ponytail with a ribbon or bow.
  • Álvarez wore a black jacket/blazer with a white shirt and blue jeans.
  • Grande is 33 years old and Álvarez is 35.

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  • The gown was a vintage Badgley Mischka design.
  • The couple's reunion took place over the summer.
  • Grande's representative announced in August that she would be stepping back from public-facing work following her tour conclusion on September 1.
  • Grande changed the lyrics of 'thank u, next' during a performance to say she is trying to make Álvarez her 'last.'
  • Álvarez originally served as a backup dancer on Grande’s 2014 Honeymoon Tour.

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