Ariana Grande is once again at the center of the conversation, but this time not only because of her music. After ending her courtship with actor Ethan Slater, the pop superstar has begun a discreet relationship with her ex-partner, dancer Ricky Alvarez, with whom she had a romantic relationship between 2015 and 2016.

As revealed by sources close to People magazine, both are gradually resuming contact and taking things extremely calmly.

According to the testimonies indicated by the magazine, the interpreter of “Yes, and?” He deeply values ​​the complicity and trust he shares with Alvarez. "Ariana has always considered Ricky a friend. He is someone trustworthy, understanding and she feels like she can be herself around him," noted a close insider.

Although at the moment they have no intention of formalizing a courtship, the artist is extremely happy to have him back in her life.

Suspicions of a romantic reunion gained strength after Alvarez spent the July 4 weekend with the singer and her family in Florida, taking advantage of a brief break in the star's schedule. In addition, the former member of her dance team has been accompanying her on various legs of her current tour.

The definitive clue for his millions of followers came during his recent concert on July 13 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Coinciding with Alvarez's birthday, Grande surprised the audience by modifying the lyrics of her emblematic hit “Thank U, Next.”

Instead of the original line, the artist sang: “I wrote some songs about Ricky, we always find our way back.” This wink sparked theories about a possible new romance between the two.

While the sentimental outlook becomes clearer, Ariana continues to focus on her professional commitments. The music diva is in the middle of her “Eternal Sunshine” tour and is preparing for the release of her long-awaited eighth studio album, titled “Petal,” scheduled for the end of this month of July.