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Ariana Grande is finalizing her divorce from Dalton Gomez and will pay him $1.25 million as part of their settlement – weeks after officially filing for divorce

Ariana Grande and Dalton Gomez have finalized their divorce after two years of marriage.

Ariana, 30, and Dalton, 27, had a whirlwind romance during the Covid-19 lockdown in 2020, got engaged that same year and tied the knot in 2021.

Ariana often shared cuddly snaps of the two on her Instagram and confessed her love to her real estate agent husband.

The star was busy filming Wicked in London – he had time for Wimbledon on Sunday – where the star was seen in the crowd without a ring, sparking rumors of a rough patch.

“Ariana and Dalton have nothing but respect for each other.” They are still friends and want to remain so in the future. There was no cheating, no resentment between them, the marriage just didn’t work out. “These things happen,” a source close to the couple told .

As Ariana and Dalton go their separate ways after two years of marriage – looks back at their tumultuous romance…

As they were: Ariana Grande and Dalton Gomez are on the verge of divorce and have reportedly been separated since January 2023 - after two years of marriage

As they were: Ariana Grande and Dalton Gomez are on the verge of divorce and have reportedly been separated since January 2023 – after two years of marriage

FEBRUARY 2020 – FIRST PUBLIC VISIT ONE MONTH AFTER DATE BEGAN

As TMZ reported at the time, Ariana and Dalton were first spotted kissing at Bar Louie in Northridge, California.

His identity was unknown.

During the 1 a.m. visit, they were seen sharing several kisses in a booth at the bar.

The duo was with friends and only sat at the bar for thirty minutes.

MARCH 2020 – HIS IDENTITY IS REVEALED

In late March 2020, his identity was revealed by TMZ.

Dalton is a high-end broker who works for the Aaron Kirkman real estate group in Los Angeles.

Details of their relationship came to light – according to People, their relationship began in January 2020, when they confirmed through their insiders that their romance began two months ago.

The couple first met when Grande was looking for another home through his luxury real estate company and her team happened to enlist his help in particular.

“Ariana was looking for a home outside of Los Angeles as a refuge and her team found Dalton to help,” a source told Us Weekly.

“When she saw him, she immediately thought he was cute and very handsome and asked her team to arrange a personal meeting with him. Ariana fell deeply in love with Dalton shortly after they met.

During the Covid-19 lockdown, Ariana and Dalton were quarantining together at their home in LA.

“Ariana is staying home with friends.” She is serious about self-distancing and has been with the same group of people for days. One of the people she’s currently dating is Dalton – they’ve been hanging out for a few months. “Ariana doesn’t want to pursue another public relationship, so she’s trying to keep it quiet, but she seems very happy with Dalton,” a source told People.

Meet Dalton: Dalton pictured on Instagram in 2019

Meet Dalton: Dalton pictured on Instagram in 2019

MAY 2020 – DALTON PERFORMS IN HER MUSIC VIDEO WITH JUSTIN BIEBER FOR STUCK WITH U

Ariana and Dalton appeared briefly in the music video for her duet with Justin Bieber titled “Stuck With U.”

The music video featured Justin and Hailey Bieber as well as fans and other celebrities – such as Gwyneth Paltrow and Brad Falchuk, Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis, Stephen and Ayesha Curry – as well as sisters Kendall and Kylie Jenner.

In the video, they were seen dancing, hugging and practicing social distancing.

Ariana appeared with Dalton in the video as they danced and smiled at each other.

It's official: Ariana also used the premiere of the star-studded video to confirm her budding relationship with Los Angeles real estate agent Dalton Gomez

It’s official: Ariana also used the premiere of the star-studded video to confirm her budding relationship with Los Angeles real estate agent Dalton Gomez

JUNE 2020 – ARIANA GOES OFFICIAL WITH DALTON ON INSTAGRAM BEFORE HER 27TH BIRTHDAY

Ariana cuddled up with boyfriend Dalton Gomez in a sweet photo shared late Thursday night ahead of her 27th birthday – making it Instagram official.

The pop singer also included a collection of photos and videos from her quarantine at her home in Beverly Hills.

She captioned the photos “Almost 27” and had comments disabled to prevent anyone from sending her birthday wishes.

Ariana’s photo with Dalton showed the top real estate agent putting his arm around the singer, whose hand partially covered her face.

Dalton shared a photo on his Instagram of him and Ariana kissing in honor of her birthday.

“Happy birthday to the best person in this world,” he captioned a photo of the two leaning in for a sweet kiss.

AUGUST 2020 – ARIANA CELEBRATES DALTON’S BEITHDAY WITH A SWEET TRIBUTE ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Ariana took her relationship with Dalton to a new level when she helped him celebrate his birthday.

The pop star shared a variety of sweet photos and videos of the two showing how inseparable they are.

Ariana began with an underlit video of her with Dalton wrapping his arms around her from behind.

The couple swayed to the sounds of LOVE as the young real estate agent leaned in for a sweet kiss on the cheek and flashed an angelic smile.

“I love my baby, my best friend, my favorite part of every day,” she wrote in the caption, adding, “I love you” and a smiley face.

Couple in love: Ariana Grande, 27, helped her boyfriend Dalton Gomez celebrate his own birthday by posting cute videos and photos of the two of them on Instagram

Couple in love: Ariana Grande, 27, helped her boyfriend Dalton Gomez celebrate his own birthday by posting cute videos and photos of the two of them on Instagram

DECEMBER 20, 2020 – ARIANA AND DALTON ANNOUNCE ENGAGEMENT

Ariana announced that she is engaged to Dalton Gomez.

The pop star shared a photo of a stunning diamond ring on her left finger as she wrote “forever and more,” along with some loved-up snaps.

The engagement comes shortly after she dated her real estate agent for almost a year.

Next to the asymmetrical oval diamond was a pearl on a simple platinum band. In 2014, Grande tweeted about a pearl ring that had sentimental value relative to her grandpa, leading her fans to believe that the pearl on her current ring may have been used for another purpose, although this is unconfirmed.

“Nonna had a ring made for me using the pearl from Grandpa’s tie clip.” She says he told her in a dream that it would protect me <3'.

A source from Grande’s camp told People: “They couldn’t be happier, they’re just so excited.” “This is a happy time for them, both sets of parents are thrilled.”

Grande hasn’t been shy about her love for her now-fiancé on social media, calling him her “best friend” and “the favorite part of everyone’s days.”

Bling ring: The couple got engaged in December (Grande's sparkler pictured)

Bling ring: The couple got engaged in December (Grande’s sparkler pictured)

MAY 2021 – ARIANA AND DALTON MARRY IN AN INTIMATE CEREMONY AT THEIR HOME IN MONTECITO

Ariana secretly married her fiancé Dalton Gomez.

The 27-year-old singer reportedly tied the knot with the 25-year-old real estate agent over the weekend at their $6.75 million home in Montecito, California.

A rep for the singer confirmed to PEOPLE on Monday night, “They got married.” It was tiny and intimate — less than 20 people. The room was so happy and full of love. “The couple and both families couldn’t be happier.”

Despite the scaled-down celebrations, Ariana and Dalton – a real estate agent – ​​are said to have exchanged the traditional “I do,” TMZ also reports.

A source close to the Grammy winner confirmed to the media that the secret ceremony took place at her home in California, where her neighbors include Oprah Winfrey, Ellen DeGeneres, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

Ariana is said to have purchased Ellen’s former home, a unique 5,500 square foot Tudor-style mansion, for which she paid $6.75 million last August.

Ariana is said to have purchased Ellen’s former home, a unique 5,500 square foot Tudor-style mansion, for which she paid $6.75 million last August.

Love: Ariana secretly married her fiancé Dalton Gomez

Love: Ariana secretly married her fiancé Dalton Gomez

JULY 2021 – Newlyweds enjoy their honeymoon in Amsterdam

Ariana gave her more than 250 million Instagram followers a first look at her honeymoon with Dalton in Amsterdam.

The newlyweds looked happy and in love as they toured the Dutch capital, known for its canals, artistic heritage and beautiful homes.

In addition to posting some scenic shots of the city, she also shared a snap of herself staring at Dalton as they sat in a pair of giant clogs.

NOVEMBER 2021 – LOVEBIRDS ENJOYING THANKSGIVING WITH YOUR FAMILY

They celebrated Thanksgiving with their family and their The Voice co-stars.

The singer shared a series of snaps and videos from the festivities, including one of her and Dalton with their dog Toulouse.

Ariana shyly hid her face in the pooch’s fur as Dalton laughed, her hair pulled up into her signature ponytail and tied into a bow with a cute ribbon.

AUGUST 7, 2022 – ARIANA QUITS SPLIT RUMORS AFTER NOT WEARING HER RING

In August 2022, Ariana shared a makeup tutorial and wasn’t wearing her ring – she dispelled any rumors by revealing that her ring was being cleaned.

“I’m not wearing my wedding ring, it’s being cleaned.” “I’m not getting a divorce until you get started, am I,” she said at the time.

No problem: In August 2022, Ariana shared a makeup tutorial and wasn't wearing her ring - she put an end to all the rumors by revealing that her ring was being cleaned

No problem: In August 2022, Ariana shared a makeup tutorial and wasn’t wearing her ring – she put an end to all the rumors by revealing that her ring was being cleaned

FEBRUARY 2023 – DALTON SHARE SWEET POST FOR VALENTINE’S DAY

Dalton posted an Instagram Story of them cuddling together on Valentine’s Day 2023 – which she reposted to her Stories.

He captioned the picture, “My forever Valentine,” and she reposted it with her own comment, “I love you,” and a heart.

MAY 15, 2023 – ARIANA STRIDES BY DALTON AS SHE CELEBRATES TWO-ANNIVERSARY

In May 2023, Ariana celebrated her two-year wedding anniversary on Instagram – with a photo from her wedding day.

The photo, which she shared on her Instagram Stories two months ago, shows Ariana and Dalton kissing on their wedding day.

She captioned the photo “2” to mark two years of marriage and added a heart and “3.5 years together.”

She also added, “I love him so much.”

Anniversary: ​​Ariana Grande celebrated her two-year wedding anniversary with a sweet snapshot from her wedding day

Anniversary: ​​Ariana Grande celebrated her two-year wedding anniversary with a sweet snapshot from her wedding day

JULY 17, 2023 – ARIANA AND DALTON SEPARATE – AND ARE HEADING FOR DIVORCE

Ariana and husband Dalton have separated and have been living apart since January 2023.

The couple is on the verge of divorce, the insider said, as it was revealed that Ariana had deleted all romantic photos from her May 2021 wedding from Instagram.

A spokesperson for Ariana confirmed the news to .

Ariana, 30, was spotted without a ring at Wimbledon over the weekend; She hasn’t been seen wearing her ring in a while.

Her insider claimed the couple tried to reconcile two months ago but it “failed.” It was also claimed that Gomez flew to London in January in a last-ditch attempt to save the couple’s marriage – he visited his wife on the set of Wicked, but it “didn’t work out”, reports PageSix. The couple were spotted eating crepes together in the British capital.

“Ariana and Dalton have been having some issues for months,” the source told Us Weekly on Monday.

In mid-May 2021, Ariana and Dalton, a 27-year-old luxury realtor, tied the knot at their $6.75 million home in Montecito.

Ariana has been busy filming the musical Wicked across the UK since December 2022.

The source reported that Ariana and Dalton were having “issues” before she began filming.

No ring: Ariana, 30, was spotted without a ring at Wimbledon over the weekend;  She hasn't been seen wearing her ring in a while.  seen on July 16, 2023 at Wimbledon in London in conversation with actor Jonathan Bailey

No ring: Ariana, 30, was spotted without a ring at Wimbledon over the weekend; She hasn’t been seen wearing her ring in a while. seen on July 16, 2023 at Wimbledon in London in conversation with actor Jonathan Bailey

The actress and the real estate agent still “talk on the phone” regularly and “remain friends.”

Us Weekly’s insider was struggling before she left to film Wicked [in London] They couldn’t solve that, and distance didn’t help. They haven’t spoken and are speaking, and divorce is likely.”

Another insider at the outlet noted that their marriage was “blossoming” until earlier this year: “Things have been going really well for Ariana and Dalton since they got married.” But unfortunately, they hit a rough patch a few months ago and haven’t been able to recover. “

Page Six also reported on their “separation,” with their source revealing, “They made the decision together.” They made the decision together. “They had problems before January, but they want to remain best friends.”

He tried to “save” their marriage by visiting her on the set of “Wicked,” but the source said, “It didn’t work out.”

“They have been really good friends throughout the whole process and their friends and families have tried to protect them,” the source said.

Happier times: Us Weekly's insider was struggling before she left to film Wicked [in London] They couldn't solve that, and distance didn't help.  They haven't spoken and are speaking, and divorce is likely.

Happier times: Us Weekly’s insider was struggling before she left to film Wicked [in London] They couldn’t solve that, and distance didn’t help. They haven’t spoken and are speaking, and divorce is likely.