‘Wicked’ star Ethan Slater slips and falls during the London premiere.
In a humorous twist of fate, a man outside the London premiere was captured on video closing an umbrella just as Slater, 32, hurried past him.
The actor, amidst the excitement of adoring fans calling his name, was on his way inside when the unexpected happened.
Slater turned around, placing his hands on his chest, expressing heartfelt gratitude to his fans. In a split second, he lost his balance but managed to catch himself with one hand. Three bystanders rushed to lend support as he slipped. Yet, displaying his resilience, Slater flashed a thumbs-up to his fans, reassuring them of his well-being.
This charming Broadway actor, known for his role in “SpongeBob SquarePants,” appeared dapper in an all-black suit and matching shoes at the premiere of “Wicked.”
In this much-anticipated film adaptation, he plays Boq Woodsman, a munchkin harboring unrequited feelings for the “Good Witch” Glinda—who is portrayed by none other than his girlfriend, Ariana Grande.
“Wicked,” a prelude to the classic tale of “The Wizard of Oz,” is masterfully directed by Jon M. Chu, known for his work on “Crazy Rich Asians” and “In the Heights.”
Along with Slater, the leading cast features Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, Jonathan Bailey, Michelle Yeoh, Bowen Yang, and more, each adding depth and charm to the story.
In a recent heartwarming social media post, Grande revealed a touching moment with her own grandmother, Marjorie “Nonna” Grande, as she shared an outing to see “Wicked.”
She joyfully posted, “Flew to Boca for a day to watch with Nonna,” capturing a moment at the Cinemark 20, the very theater that held her childhood memories.
In the photograph, Grande was seen next to her grandma and sibling, holding her grandmother’s arm, radiating warmth and love. With a smiley face, she tagged Slater’s Instagram account, a sign of their bond.
The timeline of Grande and Slater’s romance caught public attention in 2023, coinciding with her divorce from Dalton Gomez. This sparked discussions among fans regarding the timing of their relationship, given that Slater had recently filed for divorce from Lilly Jay.
Ariana’s presence at Slater’s “Spamalot” Broadway premiere last November further fueled the connection between the couple.
Sources close to the couple shed light on their relationship, describing it as a supportive and grounded partnership. “When she’s off work, Ariana loves to visit the theater,” the insider noted. “They enjoy quiet moments together, mostly at home.”
As the buzz around “Wicked” builds, Slater’s fall at the premiere serves as a reminder that even amid the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, life is filled with surprising moments—some are laugh-out-loud silly, while others deepen the connections we share with those we adore.
