Rumors of a romantic relationship between Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas have intensified following their recent public appearance together. The two were seen holding hands while vacationing in Woodstock, Vermont, on July 27, 2023, as reported by TMZ. Cruise, 63, dressed casually in jeans and a v-neck blue T-shirt, complemented by a navy baseball cap and glasses. Meanwhile, de Armas, 35, opted for a similar relaxed look, pairing black jeans with a white T-shirt.
Their trip to Woodstock followed a concert at London’s Wembley Stadium on July 25, where they attended an event featuring the band Oasis. This outing marks a continuation of their public appearances together, with the pair previously spotted lounging on a luxury yacht near Ciutadella de Menorca, Spain, in June.
Connections Through Mutual Friends
The two actors reportedly met through mutual friends, including fellow actor Penélope Cruz, who has a history with Cruise dating back to their collaboration on the film Vanilla Sky in 2001. According to a source who spoke with Us Weekly, Cruz “put in a good word for her both personally and professionally.” Initial discussions between Cruise and de Armas were about a potential work project before their relationship began to develop romantically.
Sources indicate that their relationship is still in its early stages. “It’s low-key and definitely on the down low,” the source stated. They have gone on “some dates,” with Cruise reportedly “courting” de Armas. The actress has expressed her preference for taking things slow, focusing on the enjoyment of the relationship rather than rushing into anything serious.
Despite the ongoing speculation, neither Cruise nor de Armas has publicly commented on their relationship status. However, de Armas has shared her enthusiasm for working with Cruise on various projects. During an interview on Good Morning America in May, she stated, “It’s so much fun, and we’re definitely working on a lot of things.” She mentioned collaborations with director Doug Liman and writer Christopher McQuarrie, along with Cruise himself.
Support for Each Other’s Careers
In a separate appearance, de Armas addressed whether Cruise supported her latest film, From the World of John Wick: Ballerina. When asked about his involvement, she responded coyly, stating, “You know what, he supports every movie. He really wants the industry and cinema to do well.”
De Armas confirmed that Cruise indeed watched her film and “actually really liked it,” expressing that it was “very special” to have someone of his stature supporting her work. She emphasized the importance of mutual support among actors in the industry, saying, “It is really special, in general, to have other actors and people supporting each other. We can do well all together.”
As the world continues to watch, the chemistry between Cruise and de Armas adds an intriguing layer to their professional collaborations. Whether their relationship will develop further remains to be seen, but their recent outings certainly provide ample material for speculation.
