Ariana Grande and Ricky Alvarez’s Red Carpet Gestures Examined

Alesich, co-founder of Sister Wives, said the pair repeatedly stood close together, leaving “very little space” between them. Grande leaned into Alvarez’s touch, she observed, and both appeared comfortable maintaining contact on the red carpet rather than keeping the distance sometimes seen at formal events.

The moment Alesich found particularly telling came when they turned toward each other and embraced. She said neither appeared awkward or hesitant. Their movements also seemed coordinated as they adjusted their poses for photographers, while Grande smiled and tilted her head toward Alvarez. At times, Alesich said, their attention shifted from the cameras to each other.

Grande and Alvarez previously dated from 2015 to 2016. Alvarez, a dancer and choreographer, was part of Grande’s professional circle before their relationship became public. They eventually separated; their reported reconciliation in 2026 has renewed interest in their shared history.

Alesich described the pair’s interactions as fluid and affectionate, but her assessment was based on what she saw at the event. It does not establish what either Grande or Alvarez privately feels about the relationship.