​Rumors swirled for months that Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater’s romance might not survive the intense scrutiny surrounding their relationship.. While the couple never officially split, insiders say their bond was seriously tested behind the scenes.. Now, new details reveal how close they came to walking away before quietly working through their challenges.. Article continues below advertisement. Ariana Grande And Ethan Slater Faced A Rough Patch Behind The Scenes. ZUMAPRESS.com / MEGA. Public sightings of Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater were scarce for much of last year, sparking speculation that their relationship might be on shaky ground. While the pair never officially broke up, insiders say there was a period when the future of their romance looked uncertain.. “Ariana and Ethan hit a rough patch towards the end of last year,” a source close to Grande’s family told the Daily Mail. “They never broke up, but it was questionable at a point if they were going to continue moving forward.”. Despite the tension, the couple reportedly chose to work through their issues rather than call it quits.. Article continues below advertisement. “They’ve really spent time working on their relationship and are in a much better place. It’s been hard for them with the way their relationship began and they’ve had a lot to work through, but they seem to really, truly love each other,” the insider added.. The source also pointed to Slater’s presence during some of Grande’s major moments as proof that the relationship remained strong.. They shared, “That’s a huge reason why Ethan was at a lot of Ariana’s Saturday Night Live duties. They also spent the holidays together with her family. Things are strong between them again now.”. Article continues below advertisement. How Grande And Slater First Crossed Paths. MEGA. Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater’s love story began in late 2022 while filming the two-part movie musical “Wicked” in the United Kingdom, directed by Jon M. Chu.. At the time, both actors were married. Grande had tied the knot with real estate agent Dalton Gomez in 2021, while Slater was married to singer Lilly Jay.. Their personal lives shifted dramatically the following year. Court documents show Grande separated from Gomez in February 2023 after two years of marriage.. Around the same time, Slater filed for divorce from Jay in July 2023, shortly after news of his relationship with Grande became public. The Broadway star and his ex-wife share a young son.. The timeline surrounding their relationship drew intense attention online, placing the couple under a microscope from the start.. Article continues below advertisement. Ariana Grande’s Surprising Relationship Preferences. Newscom/(Mega Agency. The insider also revealed an unexpected detail about what may have drawn Grande to Slater in the first place.. According to the source, the pop star has a pattern when it comes to her romantic choices.. “Ariana likes to date guys she know  

​Elijah Wood does not want anyone else playing the iconic role he is most known for, Frodo Baggins, and says he would reprise it. However, the actor is keeping mum about whether he will appear in the upcoming “The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum” movie, leaving fans curious about the upcoming film.. Article continues below advertisement. Elijah Wood Is Excited For Another LOTR Film. MEGA. It has been more than two decades since Wood appeared in the “Lord of the Rings” movie trilogy, and with a new film on the horizon, many are wondering whether the actor will be back to play Frodo once again.. In an interview with The Times, the 45-year-old actor shared his thoughts about the character, but was careful not to spill details about the new movie. When asked whether he’ll be back, Wood said, “I’m not able to officially say anything until it’s announced, but I will say I’m thrilled with the prospect of another film,” he shared.. Wood’s co-stars in LOTR, Ian McKellen and Orlando Bloom, who played Gandalf and Legolas, respectively, have both said they don’t want to see anyone else to play their characters, and Wood shares the sentiment.. Article continues below advertisement. As he told the outlet, “I certainly wouldn’t want anybody else to play Frodo either as long as I’m alive and able.”. Article continues below advertisement. The Actor Went To Great Lengths To Audition For The Role. View this post on Instagram. Wood was in his late teens when he auditioned for the role of Frodo Baggins, a role that he desperately wanted. LOTR director Peter Jackson revealed that initially, they wanted to find an English actor to play the hobbit, but after seeing hundreds of applicants in London, he had not found what he was looking for.. He then received a VHS audition tape from Wood, whom he was not familiar with. Jackson realized that he had found his Frodo after viewing the tape, calling Wood “wonderful” and “absolutely great.”. Article continues below advertisement. In 2021, Wood detailed what he did to prepare for the audition, revealing that he hired a vocal coach to help nail the dialect and even rented a hobbit costume. He then rallied a few friends to help him film a few scenes. “I got a call from Peter himself, which was amazing, totally mindblowing,” the actor gushed.. Article continues below advertisement. Elijah Wood Appeared In Four LOTR Movies. View this post on Instagram. Wood, as Frodo, was the main protagonist in the LOTR movies, appearing in all three films: “The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring” (2001), “The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers” (2002), and “The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” (2003).. Frodo was the so-called “ring-bearer,” who went on a journey with his fellow hobbits Samwise Gamgee (Sean Astin), Meriadoc “Merry” Brandybuck (Dominic Monaghan), and Peregrin “Pippin” Took (Billy Boyd), to destroy the One Ring in Mount Doom.. Jackson later released “The Hobbit” trilogy, also set in Middle-Earth like “The L  

​Fans of Selena Gomez got a rare peek into her private life over the weekend when the star marked a special milestone for her husband, Benny Blanco.. The singer and actress took to Instagram to celebrate the producer’s birthday with a heartfelt tribute and a carousel of intimate photos.. The post featured romantic moments, throwback memories, and glimpses of their wedding day, giving followers a closer look at the couple’s life together since tying the knot last fall.. Article continues below advertisement. Selena Gomez Celebrates Benny Blanco’s Birthday With Heartfelt Tribute. View this post on Instagram. Selena Gomez marked her husband’s 38th birthday with a sentimental Instagram post that quickly caught fans’ attention.. The tribute included several personal photos and a loving caption as she celebrated his first birthday since their wedding.. Alongside the photo collection, Gomez kept the message simple but heartfelt, writing, “Happy birthday my love,” followed by celebratory and heart emojis. She added another affectionate note, “I love you with all my heart.”. The images included several black-and-white shots taken during their wedding ceremony and reception, offering fans a glimpse of the couple’s big day months after it happened.. In the photos, Gomez and Blanco appeared relaxed and affectionate, sharing hugs, smiles, and quiet moments together.. Article continues below advertisement. Other snapshots highlighted their chemistry outside of the wedding setting. One image showed the pair enjoying a sunny afternoon, with Blanco wrapping his arm around Gomez’s waist while leaning in to kiss her neck.. The “Wizards of Waverly Place” star beamed in the moment, capturing the playful and affectionate dynamic between the newlyweds.. Article continues below advertisement. Gomez Shares Candid Moments From Everyday Life With Benny Blanco. ZUMAPRESS.com / MEGA. Beyond the romantic wedding photos, Selena Gomez also included more casual moments that reflected their everyday life together.. One candid photo captured the pair in relaxed denim outfits as they appeared to enjoy a late-night meal from Taco Bell.. The couple looked slightly exhausted but amused, pulling playful expressions for the camera while indulging in the fast-food feast.. Another throwback image showed a quieter moment in the kitchen. The singer leaned against Blanco’s shoulder while he prepared meatballs, offering a glimpse of the couple’s laid-back home life.. The carousel also featured a snapshot of the lovebirds sharing a kiss during what appeared to be a small gathering with friends.. Article continues below advertisement. Selena Gomez Includes Glam Date Night And Nostalgic Moments In Photo Carousel. ZUMAPRESS.com / MEGA. The final images in Gomez’s Instagram post offered fans an even broader look at her and Benny Blanco’s shared experiences.. One of the photos captured the two attending the Golden Globe Awards earlier this year.. Gomez appeared dresse  

​For years, Taylor Swift enjoyed one of the most loyal fanbases in music, but lately, even some of her most devoted supporters are starting to question the superstar’s moves.. From controversial album release tactics to political silence and unexpected legal drama, the pop icon has found herself at the center of multiple online debates.. Now, a growing number of fans say their enthusiasm is fading as criticism around Swift cofntinues to intensify.. Article continues below advertisement. Taylor Swift Faces Fan Backlash Over Chart Strategy And Album Variants. imageSPACE / MEGA. Much of the recent criticism surrounding Taylor Swift centers on her music release strategy, particularly the repeated rollout of alternate versions of her albums.. Swift has long used expanded editions, remixes, and “special” releases to boost sales and maintain chart dominance.. However, some fans now believe the strategy has crossed the line from savvy marketing into something more calculated.. One frustrated Swiftie voiced their concerns in a viral TikTok video, declaring per the Daily Mail, “The fact that she is scheming and plotting so much to try to scrape her way to number one, that is what is embarrassing to me.”. Article continues below advertisement. The criticism intensified after Swift dropped two special editions of “The Tortured Poets Department” the same day Billie Eilish released her album “Hit Me Hard and Soft” in May 2024.. Some fans interpreted the move as an attempt to block Eilish from claiming the top chart position.. A similar situation unfolded in the U.K. when Charli XCX appeared poised to land a number-one album with “Brat.”. Swift then announced six UK-exclusive deluxe editions of “The Tortured Poets Department,” pushing Charli into the number-two spot.. Article continues below advertisement. Swift Draws Criticism Over Timing Of ‘Opalite’ Release. ZUMAPRESS.com / MEGA. Another controversy erupted when Taylor Swift released the music video for “Opalite,” the second single from her album “The Life of a Showgirl.”. The video debuted on streaming platforms on February 6 before arriving on YouTube two days later, the same day Bad Bunny performed during the Super Bowl.. Some fans argued that the timing overshadowed a major cultural moment for the Puerto Rican star.. One Reddit user blasted the decision, writing, per the Daily Mail, “The fact she waited until the Super Bowl to drop it and overshadow a Latino artist during such a pivotal moment in his career and for Latinos in general while the US goes down in flames due to ICE persecuting immigrants is insanely tone deaf.”. Article continues below advertisement. Despite the speculation, Bad Bunny ultimately saw his track “DTMF” from “Debí Tirar Más Fotos” soar to the top of the Billboard Hot 100, dampening theories that Swift successfully blocked his success.. Article continues below advertisement. Taylor Swift Insider Defends Competitive Chart Battles. ZUMA  

​”Real Housewives” executive producer Andy Cohen is finally breaking his silence on Carole Radziwill’s sudden return to the “Real Housewives of New York City.” The father of two spent a portion of his radio show, “Andy Cohen Live,” speaking with co-host John Hill about the network’s casting choices before expressing his excitement about the upcoming season.. Article continues below advertisement. Andy Cohen Opens Up About Carole Radziwill Returning To ‘Real Housewives Of New York City’ After Leaving The Series In 2018. Steven Bergman/AFF-USA.COM / MEGA. According to The Blast, Radziwill will join the season 16 cast of “RHONY” as an official “friend of” the group.. On his radio show, Cohen said he was “so excited” about the upcoming batch of episodes, saying the network had been “working on this for a while.”. Radiziwill’s return comes after the author-turned-reality star departed the series in 2018 after 5 seasons.. “I think I took her out for coffee in, was it December or January, and proposed that she be a friend,” Cohen said on his show, revealing the former full-time Housewife was “very Radzi about it … very analytical.”. Article continues below advertisement. Cohen Teases Carole Radziwill’s Connection To The Current Cast Of ‘The Real Housewives Of New York City’. Ron Adar / M10s / MEGA. Radziwill’s return to “RHONY” comes at an interesting time, considering the network replaced all of the show’s OG women with a new cast for season 14. Despite that, Cohen said Radziwill’s appearance on the show shouldn’t feel out of place.. “You know, she’s gotten to be pals with Erin and Abe, like they are actually legitimate friends,” the “Watch What Happens Live” host said, referencing current “RHONY” stars Erin and Abe Lichy. “It’ll be good.”. Article continues below advertisement. Carole Radziwill Finally Broke Her Silence After It Was Revealed She Was Returning To Bravo After Eight Years Away. View this post on Instagram. Radziwill’s time on “RHONY” wasn’t all peaches and cream. Throughout her five seasons, she feuded with the show’s heavy hitters, including Bethenny Frankel and even Cohen himself.. Radziwill opened up about her return on Instagram, shouting out Bravo viewers for manifesting it. “I hope to live up to your expectations! I’m happy to join this amazing group of women to have some fun and make great TV. Stay tuned. And as always, thank you for your loyalty and support. Xx,” she wrote.. Article continues below advertisement. Why Did Radziwill Leave The Show In The First Place?. Radziwill departed “RHONY” in 2018 after the conclusion of season 10. In a lengthy post shared on Instagram, the TV personality explained that she would spend her free time getting back to the things that made her happy.. “After six seasons on Bravo’s RHONYC, I have decided to return to what I do best — journalism and producing,” she wrote online. “I am sure this does not come as a surprise to any of the viewers, all of whom have been supportive, encouraging, and