AceShowbiz - Ariana Grande is standing firmly by her boyfriend Ethan Slater as she addresses the rumors and speculation surrounding their relationship. In a revealing interview with Vanity Fairpublished on September 30, Grande expressed her disappointment with the public's perception of Slater, with whom she stars in the upcoming "Wicked" movie.

"The most disappointing part was to see so many people believe the worst version of it," Grande stated.

The 31-year-old pop star, who separated from her ex-husband Dalton Gomez earlier this year, was vocal about how the media and tabloids have unfairly portrayed Slater, calling it the "least accurate depiction of a human being."

Slater, who recently finalized his divorce from his ex-wife Lilly Jay, shares a young son with Jay. Grande praised Slater's character, saying, "No one on this earth tries harder or spreads themselves thinner to be there for the people that he loves and cares about."

Despite the media frenzy, Grande and Slater began their relationship after they had both separated from their respective spouses. Multiple sources affirm that their romance did not begin until after their past relationships had ended. However, rumors of infidelity and other accusations have persisted. Grande highlighted the strain of these rumors, mentioning that, "That was definitely a tough ride."

Throughout the past year, Grande has taken steps to maintain a low profile concerning her relationship with Slater. She supported him at his final "Spamalot" show in April and they attended the Stanley Cup finals together in June. Their relationship first came to public light in July 2023, the same month Grande officially separated from Gomez.

Grande also touched on how her life has been subject to public scrutiny and tabloid gossip, sharing, "It definitely doesn't get any easier, seeing some of the negativity." She added, "Of course, I went through a lot of life changes during the filming of this movie. A lot of people that were working on it did. We were away for two years." The singer has chosen not to delve into the exact details of her relationship with Slater, preferring to highlight his positive attributes instead.

The upcoming "Wicked" movie, where Grande plays Glinda and Slater plays Boq, is set to release on November 22. Despite the ongoing rumors, Grande remains focused on her career and personal happiness. She has also hinted at her experiences in her latest album, "Eternal Sunshine," which topped charts and includes tracks apparently inspired by her recent life changes.