Ariana Grande has paid tribute to her romance with Broadway star Ethan Slater through a unique holiday decoration. The singer shared photos on her Instagram showcasing her Christmas celebrations, including an ornament in the shape of a can of SPAM. This display is believed to reference Slater's role in the Broadway revival of Spamalot. Grande and Slater began dating after her split from Dalton Gomez, and they were seen together at the opening night of his new production in November.

The couple reportedly met in December 2022 on the set of the film adaptation of the Broadway musical Wicked. Both Grande and Slater had recently gone through divorces, with Grande's finalized in October. Meanwhile, Slater's ex-wife, Lilly, has criticized Grande in interviews, stating that she is not supportive of other women. Despite this, a source claimed that Grande spent time with Lilly and her newborn baby before her relationship with Slater was revealed.

The insider also implied that Slater's affair with Grande caused strain on his marriage with Lilly.