Ariana Grande and Ricky Alvarez make red carpet debut at ‘Focker-In-Law’ NYC premiere
The two made their first red carpet appearance as a couple, five months after rekindling their romance
Ariana Grande and Ricky Alvarez have made their first red carpet appearance as a couple, five months after rekindling their romance.
The pair attended the New York City premiere of Grande’s upcoming film, Focker-In-Law, on November 11, 2026.
Grande wore a vintage Badgley Mischka gown featuring a plunging plaid design, a drop-waist silhouette, delicate straps and floral beading.
She completed the look with diamond-encrusted hoop earrings and a sleek brunette updo secured with a white ribbon.
Her make-up featured winged eyeliner, pink eyeshadow and a brown lip. Celebrity stylist Law Roach was responsible for her ensemble.
Alvarez opted for a more understated outfit, pairing a black blazer with a white button-down shirt and jeans, finished with a black belt and brown boots.
The couple previously dated between 2015 and 2016, when Alvarez worked as one of Grande’s backup dancers. Romance rumours resurfaced earlier in 2026 after they were spotted together in Austin, Texas.
A source told People that the pair were “taking things very slowly”, adding that Grande had always considered Alvarez a friend.
“Ariana has always considered Ricky a friend,” the insider said. “She’s not held ill will against him [since their split]. Ricky is dependable, trustworthy and very supportive. Ariana feels she can be herself around Ricky.”
Grande also shared photographs of the pair on Instagram in August, publicly signalling their renewed relationship.
Before reconnecting with Alvarez, Grande dated her Wicked co-star Ethan Slater. The pair reportedly separated in 2025 after nearly three years together.
