Wicked

Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater have been the subject of numerous breakup rumors lately ... but TMZ has learned the speculation isn't accurate and the split isn't true.

Sources close to the couple tell us ... they are still absolutely together romantically despite multiple media reports and online theories implying they've broken up.

Some outlets and social accounts fueled the split speculation further Tuesday when the two were seen not standing next to each other as the "Wicked" cast posed for their cast photo at the UK premiere in London on Monday night.

Jeff Goldblum's role as The Wizard of Oz not only changed his legacy, it changed his diet ... the Hollywood legend stopped eating meat and poultry after filming.

The 73-year-old Oscar-nominated actor revealed the news Monday on the British daytime show "This Morning."

Citing the character's cruelty to animals in the film, he said he made the decision to make a conscientious switch IRL. Goldblum told the hosts ... "I'm happy. We need the world to work for everybody on Earth and every creature, too."

No one’s enjoying the spotlight more than Tanner Smith ... he just spilled his A-list plans, and let’s just say he’ll be rubbing shoulders with the Ariana Grande real soon!

We caught up with the "Love on the Spectrum" fan fave at LAX Wednesday, and he was buzzing ... telling us he’s headed to NYC to catch "Wicked: For Good," where he’ll meet none other than Ariana, Peter Dinklage, and Jeff Goldblum.

You have to watch the video -- it’s absolutely adorable. Tanner gives us the full play-by-play of what he plans to say when he meets the stars.

11/5 2:46 PM PT -- A fellow passenger, Connor Gowland, tells TMZ ... he was seated near Ariana and says she was already on the plane and fully expecting to make the São Paulo premiere before the travel chaos hit.

Grande went incognito in a baseball cap, face mask and cozy slippers, sitting in business class with her team of six when the chaos hit. Instead of stressing about her own schedule, Ariana actually comforted Connor about potentially missing his cousin’s wedding.

Ariana Grande’s firing back at some seriously wicked hate ... pleading with fans to stop sending cruel threats toward her and her team after a flight mishap caused them to miss the "Wicked: For Good" premiere in Brazil.

In an IG post Tuesday, Ariana sounded shaken as she addressed the backlash ... apologizing profusely for missing the premiere, and imploring people to stop wishing danger on her and her team.

Ariana laid it all out ... saying there was literally nothing she or her team could’ve done to make it to Brazil in time -- adding she was more disappointed than anyone else.

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From Oz straight to your living room, face, and wardrobe. "Wicked: For Good" is set to release on November 21 ... which means now is the time to pick up the most Ozmopolitan products around ... before they sell out!

Universal went all out with collabs for the new flick, dropping new makeup, killer t-shirts, kitchen and home goods. Want toys? We've got a separate whole list of them here too!

Check out some of our faves below ... and shop the whole "Wicked: For Good" storefront at Amazon here ... and grab something for the Wicked lover in your life.

• Glinda Embossed Signature Round Dutch Oven -- $450
• Elphaba Embossed Signature Round Dutch Oven -- $450
• Elphaba Bewitching Banyan Forest Candle -- $48
• Glinda Perfectly Pink Yuzu Candle -- $48
• Dragon Glassware x Wicked Ozpresso Cups -- $33
• r.e.m. beauty Glinda Makeup Set -- $65
• r.e.m. beauty Elphaba Makeup Set -- $65
• I Feel Wicked Hoodie -- $37

Jonathan Bailey has been changed for good ... after being named People Magazine's 2025 Sexiest Man Alive.

The big reveal went down Monday night on 'The Tonight Show' ... where the "Wicked" star shocked fans by walking out on stage after Jimmy Fallon made the announcement.

Bailey told Fallon being on the cover is the "honor of a lifetime."

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In a rare Benson Boone outing, the 23-year-old showed off his rock-solid bod this week ... He posted this shameless gym selfie with his swolemate (also a handsome fella), but we gotta know: Should Benson keep his slippery shots solely for stage appearances, or are y'all down for what he's puttin' out on socials 🔥?!

Ariana Grande had fans and followers hootin' n' hollerin' when she shared this mirror pic, a total brunette baddie! With "Wicked: For Good" gearing up for its highly anticipated debut, some are puzzled by her ditching Glinda's signature blonde 'do. The question is: Are y'all wanting Ariana back in her pop star era -- on the mic-droppin' 'Popular' pop music?! ... or should she go back to Blondiana for the 'Wicked' press tour?!

Ariana Grande just waved her Glinda wand -- and poof! She’s back to being a brunette again, y’all ... and judging by the comments, fans think this shade is pure magic on her!

On Wednesday morning, Ariana dropped an IG mirror selfie ... serving a pout with caramel brunette locks, glossy lips and flicked-out to perfection.

Even with the new 'do, Ariana stayed deep in her "Wicked" bag -- dropping the iconic Glinda line in her caption ... "it’s good to see me, isn’t it?🫧"

Ariana Grande just confirmed her fans' worst fear -- she nearly stopped making music ... until "Wicked" changed her mind!

That's right -- AG confirmed "Wicked" helped her find her inspiration to hit the studio again after secretly deciding she was never going to "make an album ever again," the pop star revealed on Friday's "Shut Up Evan" podcast.

As you know, the pop star took a hiatus from releasing music as she fully dove into her role of Glinda in the movie adaptation of the popular musical ... and fans were throwing red flags all over the place. But, she settled their fears when she released 2024's "Eternal Sunshine."

Even celebs get starstruck ... Ariana Grande practically lost all chill when the one and only Sarah Jessica Parker acknowledged her existence!

On the "Shut Up Evan" podcast, the "Wicked" star got a surprise voicemail from none other than the "Sex and The City" queen herself. But before Ariana could even answer SJP’s burning question, she was already tearing up like a total fangirl.

Ariana was so shook, she blurted out to Evan, "She knows who I am!" ... then pulled it together just enough to dive into how fame looks now versus what she dreamed it’d be as a kid.

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Before "Wicked: For Good" flies into theaters ... grab some of these wickedly wonderful collabs with your favorite toy companies before they fly off the shelves.

From Mattel to LEGO, stock up on enchanting items to add some Oz-inspired fun to your life, whether you're a young "Wicked" fan or have been there since the beginning. From collector dolls to intricate sets, there's sure to be something that will leave you spellbound!

Mattel is back with another iconic "Wicked" collab and a line of dolls inspired by the new film. With the Wicked: For Good Glinda Collectible Doll, you can relive the moment that Glinda receives her bubble in her true-to-movie satin bodice with organza and taffeta skirt.

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This Halloween, your kids can bring their favorite TV and movie characters to life with some killer pop culture-inspired costumes.

Whether they're still obsessed with Wicked and Wednesday ... or you're one of those parents who lets them watch stuff like Terrifier and Child's Play ... Spirit Halloween's Amazon shop has everything to help your children dress to impress ... with deliveries guaranteed for Prime members by October 31 if you act fast.

Think of all the good things that can happen in "One Short Day" ... or, one short night of trick-or-treating ... in these Elphaba and Glinda costumes for kids.

Y'all know what time it is?! It's time to TAP-IN! Gen-Z'ers were busy bees this week, and we've got the Top 5 stories rounded up!

Taylor Swift "rolled in the deep" numbers during her first week album sales with the drop of "Life of A Showgirl" ... surpassing Adele's record, set in December 2015 with her album "25."

Actor Calum Worthy spoke with us on the red carpet this week, and he's rooting for an "Austin & Ally" reboot. The Disney star famously played Dez alongside Ross Lynch and Laura Marano from 2011-2016. What are y'all's thoughts?

Worthy slid into a dapper suit for Blue Jacket Fashion Show -- Founded by acclaimed fashion designer Frederick Anderson, the Blue Jacket Initiative continues its mission to raise awareness for prostate cancer and men’s health, with a focus on communities of color.

Check out the gallery to see all the stars who strutted down the carpet in blue ...

We're finally getting a good look at the "Wicked: For Good" sequel ... and by the looks of the new trailer, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are back to casting movie magic!

The teaser opens with our heroes Glinda and Elphaba reuniting on the balcony of the Wizard’s palace ... and the mayhem quickly ensues as the hunt for the Wicked Witch of the West gets underway.

Director Jon Chu dropped a ton of easter eggs, including a look at the tornado conjured up by Michelle Yeoh’s Madame Morrible that brings Dorothy to the Emerald City.

Remember when Cynthia Erivo threw some "Wicked" shade at her fellow auditionees? Well, that side-eye might’ve been aimed at Amanda Seyfried!

Amanda appears to have indirectly spilled the tea on the "Happy Sad Confused" podcast this week -- we already knew she auditioned for the role of Glinda, but here’s the kicker -- she says she actually sang alongside Cynthia in auditions before Ariana Grande landed the role.

Cool moment for Amanda, sure -- but let’s rewind to November when Cynthia told the New York Times that Ariana landing the role was no shocker, adding, "Thank goodness, because it was not the two ladies that I was auditioning with."

There's nothing like a call from your gynecologist to bring you back to reality ... which is exactly what happened to Ariana Grande when she was nominated for her Oscar.

The "Wicked" star appeared on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" and remembered being shocked by the call. While she was worried something could be wrong, her gynecologist was simply sending her congratulations after her big Best Supporting Actress nod for her role as Glinda in the box office hit.

Though Jimmy called the phone call "a little weird," Ariana was all for it. She even cracked a joke, saying ... "We'll hug over the next breast exam!"