Milo Manheim Praises Ariana Grande & Liz Gillies’ Friendship: “They’re Such Theater Girlies”

1. “They’re Both Such Kind Souls”

Milo Manheim, who plays Seymour in the off-Broadway production of Little Shop of Horrors, spoke to PEOPLE about working with Liz Gillies (who plays Audrey). He also met Ariana Grande when she came to support Liz.

• On Liz:“She’s like family now. We’ve been through so much together.”
• On Ariana: “It makes such sense that they are friends. They’re both such theater girlies.” 

2.Ariana’s Support for Liz’s Show

In April 2025, Ariana attended Little Shop of Horrors with her boyfriend, Ethan Slater. A source told PEOPLE:

• They arrived early and hung out backstage.
• Ariana brought Liz a potted plant for the dressing room.
• The visit was “adorable,” with hugs and warm interactions.

Liz later posted on Instagram, joking:

“THANK YOU FOR COMING TO THE SHOP, MY DINGUS!!