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Ariana Grande and Ex Ricky Álvarez Spotted Grocery Shopping Together in Florida
7/7/2026, 2:07:13 PM
Recent Public Appearance: Whole Foods Grocery Run
On July 4, 2024, Ariana Grande, 33, and her former boyfriend Ricky Álvarez, 34, were observed leaving a Whole Foods Market in Boca Raton, Florida. Page Six published photographs on July 6 showing the pair loading grocery bags into a car after the shopping trip. Grande wore a gray hoodie, light-blue jeans, and a pink headband; Álvarez wore a white polo shirt and jeans.
Background: Past Relationship and Prior Public Interactions
Grande and Álvarez began dating in April 2015 after Álvarez was hired as a backup dancer for Grande’s Honeymoon Tour. Their relationship ended in July 2016. In June the duo were photographed sharing a meal in Texas, and during Grande’s Eternal Sunshine Tour stop in Austin, Texas, she altered the lyrics of “Thank U, Next” to reference Álvarez, prompting audience speculation about a possible reconciliation.
Timeline of Key Moments
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Official Statements & Responses
Grande has not issued a formal comment regarding the July 4 grocery outing. In a prior interview about her Austin performance, she explained that she chose to sing “Now I listen and laugh” instead of a harsher line, noting Álvarez’s reaction to the lyric change. No representative for Álvarez has responded to media inquiries about the recent sighting.
On-the-Ground Reports
Page Six reporters captured the pair loading groceries into a vehicle and departing the store together. The images show both individuals appearing relaxed and engaged in the routine activity.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Media coverage has not presented any contradictory accounts of the event. However, the absence of direct statements from Grande or Álvarez leaves the intent of the outing—whether social, romantic, or purely platonic—unconfirmed.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Ricky loved it. He was proud. But Ricky was like, ‘Why did I get the worst line?’” — Ariana Grande, singer.
- “Ricky loved it. He was proud. But Ricky was like, ‘Why did I get the worst line?’” — Ricky Álvarez, ex-boyfriend.
- “And I was like, ‘What do you mean?’ He was like, ‘Everyone else’s line is so nice and mine is like, ‘Man f*** him, he’s trash.’” — Ricky Álvarez.
Why It Matters / Impact
The sighting has reignited public discussion about a possible reconciliation, influencing fan discourse on social media and prompting additional media coverage of Grande’s personal life. The event also illustrates how celebrity outings are scrutinized for relational cues, potentially affecting public perception of both individuals.
What’s Next
Grande’s Eternal Sunshine Tour continues through the summer, with upcoming dates in major U.S. cities. Observers may monitor future public appearances for further indications of the relationship’s status.
