Ariana Grande reportedly has the support of those closest to her as she reconnects with Ricky Alvarez. Sources say the dancer has become a steady presence while she navigates intense public scrutiny. Grande and Alvarez have not publicly confirmed their relationship status. However, their recent outings and Alvarez’s appearances during her tour have strengthened reports that the former couple is dating again.
Sources Close to Ariana Grande Say Ricky Alvarez Is a Positive Influence on the Singer
Sources close to Grande told TMZ that people around the singer “feel Ricky is a good guy and has been there for her.” The outlet reported that her inner circle views him as a positive influence and a dependable source of support amid scrutiny of her public image and personal life.
Another insider claimed the pair recently began dating again after reconnecting in 2025. Grande and Alvarez previously dated from 2015 to 2016, when he worked as a dancer on her Honeymoon Tour.
The new account echoes earlier reports about their reunion. A source told People that Alvarez is “dependable, trustworthy and very supportive” and that Grande “feels she can be herself around Ricky.” The source said the pair were taking the relationship slowly.
Alvarez has also supported Grande professionally. He attended several Eternal Sunshine Tour stops and was filmed singing and dancing during her Brooklyn concert. Grande further fueled reunion talk by changing her “Thank U, Next” lyrics from “Now I listen and laugh” to “We always find our way back.”
Their public closeness followed weeks of speculation. Alvarez reportedly spent the Fourth of July weekend with Grande and her family before sources said the former couple had rekindled their romance. Grande later shared a photo dump that appeared to hint at Alvarez, although she did not present it as a relationship announcement.
The supportive claims arrive as Grande prepares to step back from public-facing work after her tour ends Sept. 1. Her representative cited “endless, ongoing public scrutiny,” while Grande later stressed that the decision was thoughtful and not impulsive. She also explained the planned break to fans during her Chicago concert.
Neither Grande nor Alvarez has commented on TMZ’s latest report. For now, unnamed sources are painting a consistent picture of Alvarez as a familiar and supportive presence during a demanding period in Grande’s life.
