By Editorial Staff 
Who is Ethan Slater?
Born on June 2, 1992, in Washington, D.C., Ethan Slater has proven to be a talented artist in both musical theater and film. Growing up in Silver Spring, Maryland, he was faced with early adversity when his mother passed away when he was seven years old. Vassar College was where Slater earned his degree in drama in 2014, where he had a passion for performance. In the Broadway musical adaptation of SpongeBob SquarePants, Slater played SpongeBob SquarePants, which was his breakout role. He received a Tony Award nomination for his performance and won awards at the Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, and Theatre World Awards. His dynamic performance demonstrated his versatility and established him as a leading man in musical theater.
In addition to acting, Slater is a composer and writer who contributes to various musical projects and displays a diverse artistic talent. As of 2025, he remains a well-known individual in the entertainment business, with a growing portfolio that encompasses both stage and screen.
| Real Name/Full Name | Ethan Samuel Slater |
| Date Of Birth | 2 June 1992 |
| Age | 33 years old |
| Birthplace | Washington, D.C., United States. |
| Nationality | American. |
| Religion | Christianity. |
| Zodiac sign | Virgo |
| Father | Jay Slater |
| Mother | Ellen Goldmuntz |
| Hair Color | Red |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Height | 5 feet 7 inch |
| Weight | 63 kg |
| Marital Status | Divorced |
| Spouse | Lilly Jay (M. 2018–2024) |
| Children | Ezra Slater. |
| Relatinship | Ariana Grande |
| Siblings | Sara Slater and Tamara Slater. |
| Profession | American actor, singer, writer, and composer. |
| Net worth | $4 Million. |
Biography
Ethan Samuel Slater’s birth date is June 2, 1992 and he was born in Washington, D.C., United States. Ethan’s father, Jay Slater, works at the Food and Drug Administration, and his mother, Ellen Goldmuntz, died sadly during his childhood. Sara Slater and Tamara Slater are the oldest sisters of Ethan.
Ethan Slater finished his education at Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School, Georgetown Day School, and earned his college degree from Vassar College.
Personal Life
In 2012, Slater commenced a relationship with his high school sweetheart, Lilly Jay. In 2018 they got married, and in August 2022, they welcomed their son named Ezra Slater. In 2023, it was reported that Slater filed for divorce from Lilly Jay, following news that he had begun dating Ariana Grande.
The relationship between Ethan Slater and pop star Ariana Grande is currently in progress. July 2023 saw the public disclosure of their relationship.
Career
In 2015, Ethan made his first film appearance as Ben in Lightning Bugs in a Jar, which launched his career as a film industry professional. This film was his debut, and subsequently he appeared in numerous other movies and television shows. Ethan was involved in the production of the second EVOL: Theory of Love film in 2016, where he portrayed Ronny Goldstein. He has been involved in acting for a considerable amount of time.
In 2016, Ethan Slater made his mark when he played SpongeBob SquarePants in the Broadway musical ‘SpongeBob SquarePants: The Broadway Musical’. Steven Tyler is in the musical that is inspired by the popular animated TV show, Panic! Various artists’ original songs were included, too! John Legend and other performers will be present at the Disco.
The musical’s success and praise from theater critics led to its Broadway debut at the Palace Theatre in New York between 2017 and 2018. For his performance, Slater earned a Tony Award nomination for Best Actor in a Musical at the 72nd Tony Awards in 2018, winning Outstanding Actor in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards and Outstanding Actor in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. The Theatre World Award for Best Performance in a Broadway Debut in 2018 was also given to him.
Between March and April 2022, Slater performed as Max Weinbaum in the play Good Night, Oscar at the Goodman Theatre in Chicago. He played the Historian, Prince Herbert, and other roles on Broadway in the Broadway revival of Spamalot from 2023 to 2024. The role of Boq Woodsman in the two-part film adaptation of the musical Wicked was played by him in Jon M. Chu’s direction.
Filmography
Movies
- 2012 A Guy Walks Into a Bar
- 2015 Lightning Bugs in a Jar
- 2016 Evol: The Theory of Love
- 2017 FunEmployment
- 2022 Intervenors
- 2024 Lost on a Mountain In Maine
- 2024 Wicked
- 2025 Wicked: For Good
TV Series
- 2018 Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (TV Series)
- 2018 Murphy Brown (TV Series)
- 2019 Fosse/Verdon (TV Series)
- 2019 Instinct (TV Series)
- 2019 SpongeBob SquarePants (TV Series)
- 2019 The SpongeBob Musical: Live on Stage! (TV Series)
- 2023 The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (TV Series)
- 2025 Elsbeth (TV Series)
Net Worth
The rapid earnings and popularity of Ethan Slater have resulted in his net worth growing. The musical of SpongeBob SquarePants is where Ethan Samuel Slater plays the role of SpongeBob SquarePants, and he is best known for that. Ethan Slater’s estimated net worth for 2025 is believed to be around $4 million, based on his estimated net worth as an American actor.
Slater gained recognition for his portrayal of SpongeBob SquarePants in SpongeBob SquarePants: The Musical on Broadway, which was nominated for a Tony Award. Slater’s significant net worth is due to his acclaimed work on the Broadway stage, as well as his involvement in other musicals and television shows.
Social Media
| Social Media | Username | Followers/Subscribers |
| @ethanslater | 241K | |
| X(Twitter) | @ethansaslater | Not Known |