# Ariana Grande and Ricky Alvarez relationship

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ariana-grande-and-ricky-alvarez-relationship
> Updated: 2026-09-28T19:21:24.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 2.

Reports indicate that singer Ariana Grande has rekindled her relationship with former partner Ricky Alvarez. The pair, who previously dated in 2015, were observed acting affectionately at Universal Studios Hollywood during a recent visit. 

Subsequent reports suggest the reconciliation is significant, noting that Grande appeared to reference the relationship through lyric changes to her song ‘thank u, next’. While the romance has resurfaced nearly a decade after their initial relationship, former partner Pete Davidson has publicly defended Grande against scrutiny regarding her appearance, stating, ‘I don’t like it at all. It’s not cool.’

## Timeline

### 2026-09-28: Ariana Grande rekindles relationship with Ricky Alvarez as Pete Davidson defends her

Ariana Grande has rekindled her relationship with former partner Ricky Alvarez, while Pete Davidson has publicly defended the singer against recent online scrutiny regarding her appearance.

13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ariana-grande-rekindles-relationship-with-ricky-alvarez-as-pete-davidson-defends-her

### 2026-09-25: Ariana Grande and Ricky Alvarez seen kissing at Universal Studios

Ariana Grande and Ricky Alvarez were filmed kissing at Universal Studios Hollywood during Halloween Horror Nights, fueling speculation that the former couple has rekindled their relationship.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ariana-grande-and-ricky-alvarez-seen-kissing-at-universal-studios

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