At the highly anticipated UK premiere of Wicked on Monday, Ethan Slater, Ariana Grande’s boyfriend, experienced an awkward moment as he tripped in the doorway while walking the green carpet.

The 32-year-old actor stumbled and ended up sitting on the floor, much to the amusement of fans who captured the moment on video.

The footage quickly went viral on TikTok, showing Ethan recovering from the fall with a thumbs-up and a smile, making light of the situation.

It appeared that the rain-soaked floor caused him to lose his footing, but security was quick to help him back on his feet.

Ariana and Ethan’s Low-Key Appearance

Ariana Grande, who was at the premiere to support her boyfriend, had a very discreet presence at the event.

While the couple did not pose for photos together, they were both present, with Ariana, 31, keeping her distance from Ethan on the green carpet.

The pair began dating nearly two years ago after meeting on the London set of Wicked, and their relationship has been under scrutiny due to the timing of their romance following their respective divorces in 2023.

Despite the rumors, Ariana has openly expressed her affection for Ethan, calling him “amazing” and “adorable” in interviews about the film.

Backlash and Studio Concerns

There have been rumors about the couple’s relationship affecting the film’s success.

Sources close to the production claimed that when news of Ariana and Ethan’s romance first broke, studio executives were concerned it might overshadow the film’s release.

According to insiders, the couple was asked to keep a low profile for six months, in hopes that the public backlash would subside before Wicked hit theaters.

They followed this advice and kept their distance during the premiere, posing in group shots with their co-stars Jonathan Bailey and Cynthia Erivo, but not interacting publicly.

Ethan’s Role in Wicked

Ethan looked dashing at the premiere, wearing a sleek black suit while walking the green carpet.

In Wicked, he plays Boq, a character who is the love interest of Nessarose, Elphaba’s sister.

The highly anticipated movie adaptation of the Broadway musical will hit theaters worldwide on November 22, 2024, with Part Two scheduled for release on November 26, 2025.

The Countdown to Wicked‘s Premiere

As the premiere date approaches, fans are eagerly awaiting the movie’s debut.

The film, based on the long-running Broadway musical, serves as a prequel to The Wizard of Oz, and stars the iconic roles of Glinda and Elphaba.

With its star-studded cast and stunning red carpet moments, Wicked is sure to be one of the most talked-about films of the year.

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