Maika Monroe, the new flame of Ariana Grande’s ex-husband Dalton Gomez, just stirred the pot by liking an Instagram comment that throws shade at Grande’s song “Twilight Zone.” The subtle move has fans buzzing, reigniting chatter about Grande’s past marriage and her latest musical digs. Posted on June 6, 2025, Monroe’s Instagram carousel featured cozy photos with Gomez, including a kiss on a crosswalk and a cuddly boat moment.
But it was a friend’s comment, “she’s still waiting ,” referencing Grande’s “Twilight Zone” lyrics, that caught attention when Monroe liked it, sparking speculation about her stance on the pop star’s narrative.
Grande’s “Twilight Zone,” a bonus track from her 2025 deluxe album Eternal Sunshine: Brighter Days Ahead, is widely believed to reflect on her two-year marriage to Gomez, which ended in divorce in October 2023. The song’s lyrics, like
“Does she know you’re not who you say you are? /
’Cause I might give her a call,”
Hint at Grande questioning Gomez’s authenticity and even suggest a warning to his new partner, presumed to be Monroe. The liked comment seems to playfully jab at these lyrics, implying Monroe is unfazed by Grande’s words. This subtle interaction has fans dissecting whether it’s a lighthearted nod or a pointed response to Grande’s musical shade.
Monroe, a 31-year-old actress known for her role in It Follows and the upcoming film Longlegs, has been dating Gomez since October 2023, shortly after his divorce was finalized. The couple went Instagram official in June 2024, sharing PDA-filled moments from romantic getaways. Their relationship has progressed steadily, with sightings at LAX and a poolside makeout session in Mexico. Meanwhile, Grande has moved on with her Wicked co-star Ethan Slater, keeping her personal life relatively low-key but still under public scrutiny.
The “Twilight Zone” drama adds a new layer to the post-divorce narrative between Grande and Gomez. Fans on social media platforms are split, with some praising Monroe’s bold move and others defending Grande’s right to express her emotions through music. The song itself, which peaked at number 18 on the Billboard Hot 100, captures Grande’s disbelief at her past with Gomez, with lines like “Sometimes, I just can’t believe you happened.” Music analysts have called it a raw, introspective piece, suggesting Grande is closing that chapter of her life with honesty.
Monroe’s decision to like the comment hasn’t escalated into a full-blown feud, but it’s certainly got people talking. Is this a playful acknowledgment or a subtle clapback? Neither Monroe nor Gomez has commented publicly, leaving fans to speculate about the intentions behind the like.
