Ariana Grande revealed a new tattoo reading “I do love you” during her London concert on Aug. 15, 2024 [4].
The ink mirrors a tattoo previously seen on backup dancer Ricky Álvarez, suggesting a possible reconciliation between the two after a period of separation.
Grande, 33 [1], debuted the tattoo during the opening night of her Eternal Sunshine Tour [5] in London, United Kingdom. The phrase “I do love you” [2] appears on her collarbone, which fans noted is nearly identical to ink Álvarez possesses.
Álvarez, 35 [2], first dated the singer in 2015 [3]. While some reports identify him as her current boyfriend, others describe him as an ex-partner [1, 3]. The matching ink appears to signal a renewed romantic connection between the pair.
An unnamed source said they are “taking things slowly” [6].
This public reveal comes as Grande begins her tour dates in the United Kingdom. The surprise onstage reveal has led to widespread speculation regarding the current status of her relationship with Álvarez, who has a long history as a member of her dance troupe.
““I do love you””
The debut of matching tattoos often serves as a public confirmation of a relationship in celebrity culture. By revealing the ink during a high-profile tour opener, Grande is effectively using her stage presence to signal a personal shift, though the conflicting reports on Álvarez's current status as a boyfriend or ex indicate the relationship may still be in a transitional phase.
