Singer Ariana Grande passionately k!sses Ricky Alvarez at Universal Studios

Ariana Grande and Ricky Alvarez have fuelled further speculation about their rekindled romance after they were reportedly seen kissing during an outing at Universal Studios Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights.

Video obtained by TMZ reportedly shows Grande and Alvarez sitting together at a corner table in a VIP section of the attraction on Thursday evening before leaning in for a kiss. The pair were also seen talking closely, while Grande later turned her attention to her phone.

According to eyewitnesses cited by TMZ, Grande attempted to keep a low profile by wearing a cap pulled down over her face, although some visitors still recognised her. Witnesses also claimed the singer and actress showed further affection during the outing, with Grande reportedly sitting on Alvarez’s lap at one point.

The couple later posed for photographs with a Halloween Horror Nights performer dressed as Art the Clown. They were also reportedly accompanied by a personal tour guide who brought them drinks during their visit.

Grande and Alvarez previously dated for nearly a year after getting together in 2015 before ending their relationship. Their latest appearances together come after Grande reportedly split from Wicked actor Ethan Slater earlier this year. Grande and Slater had been romantically linked since July 2023 following the breakdown of their respective marriages.

In recent months, Grande and Alvarez have repeatedly been spotted spending time together, prompting speculation that they had rekindled their relationship. They were seen together in Texas in June before travelling to Florida, where they reportedly spent the Fourth of July period with Grande’s family.

The pair were subsequently photographed together in New York City, while Alvarez was also seen supporting Grande at several of her concerts during the summer, including performances in Texas and New York. Their latest public display of affection appears to be the clearest indication yet that the former couple have resumed their romantic relationship.