Love That Made Music

Ariana Grande relationships have shaped some of the biggest pop songs of the decade. From heartbreak to happiness, every romance became a hit record. Here are the ones that mattered most.

Mac Miller: Deep Love

Grande and Mac Miller dated from 2016 to 2018 after years of friendship. Their bond was deeply creative. His death in September 2018 inspired some of her most emotional songs, including Ghostin and Imagine.

Pete Davidson: NYC Love

The five-month whirlwind with SNL comedian Pete Davidson included a $93K ring, matching tattoos, and a shared NYC apartment. Their breakup produced Thank U Next, one of the defining songs of her career.

Dalton Gomez: Marriage

Grande married luxury real estate agent Dalton Gomez in May 2021. The private Montecito ceremony was intimate and elegant. After three years, they divorced in March 2024 amid her growing closeness to Ethan Slater.

Ethan Slater: Wicked Love

Grande found love again with her Wicked co-star Ethan Slater. The Tony-nominated actor and Grande have been together since 2023. Their relationship blossomed on the London set of the blockbuster film adaptation.

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