Tom Cruise has had his fair share of high-profile relationships over the years, but when the Top Gun star was spotted hanging out with actress Ana de Armas, the rumor mill went into overdrive. Are they truly a couple, in a romantic sense?
The speculation has everyone talking. But just when you thought you had the answers, an insider reveals the real reason why the two have been seen together so often — and it might not be what you expect…
Seen together on Valentine’s Day
Tom Cruise, 61, and Cuban-born actress Ana de Armas, 35, have been spotted together in London twice in the past few months, sparking rumors of a possible romance. This comes after Tom and Ana were seen getting close during a dinner outing in Soho, London, on Valentine’s Day.
That evening, they were apparently spotted grabbing a meal at a London restaurant before hopping into a taxi together.
At the time, an insider told People that it was just a work dinner with their agents, discussing “potential collaborations down the line.” The source added that the two stars “appeared to have no romantic connection, just friends.”
More recently, on March 14, they were seen arriving together at the London Heliport. The Hollywood star looked in high spirits as he smiled widely while walking alongside the Cuban-born actress after a day at Longcross Studios.
He kept it casual in black jeans and a brown button-down shirt, while de Armas wore a white top, jeans, and a long black coat.
Dated Ben Affleck
De Armas was later approached by Spanish media in Madrid and asked if her time with Cruise was personal or professional. According to Europa Press, she chose not to answer. Neither actor has commented on the nature of their relationship, but in 2022, Ana De Armas made it clear that she doesn’t enjoy the public taking such an active interest in her personal life:
”I have never been someone that wants any attention that’s not about my work.… It is upsetting, and it feels disrespectful, and it feels inappropriate, and it feels dangerous and unsafe,” se told Variety.
Born on April 30, 1988, in Havana, Cuba, De Armas made her big splash in Hollywood with her role as Joi, the holographic AI, in Blade Runner 2049. But it was her turn as Marta Cabrera, the mysterious nurse in Knives Out (2019), that really marked her breakthrough, earning her widespread recognition and rave reviews.
Over the years, her personal life has also caught the media’s attention. She was married to Spanish actor Marc Clotet from 2011 until their divorce in 2013. Fast forward to 2019, Ana met actor Ben Affleck on the set of Deep Water, and the two quickly became an item.
Strictly professional?
Tom Cruise has been in England for several months working on a new project with Oscar-winner director Alejandro G. Iñárritu. The film, tentatively titled Judy, stars Cruise as a powerful figure on a mission to save humanity. The project has been in production for nearly two months and is set for a October 2026 release.
De Armas, on the other hand, has been busy working on her own upcoming projects. So, is there really any time for romance between these two actors? Not exactly.
In fact, it seems like it’s all about business for now — at least according to sources close to them. Daily Mail reports that it’s strictly professional between Cruise and de Armas, which lines up with what People sources have suggested as well.
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But it seems Tom Cruise might have a different reason for wanting to get to know Ana de Armas on a deeper level. According to insiders, he’s keen to bring her on board for some exciting new projects.
With the massive success of Top Gun: Maverick, Cruise is rumored to be diving into a sequel to the 90s classic Days of Thunder, and de Armas could be a key player in his upcoming endeavors. According to the Daily Mail insider, Cruise admires De Armas’ work and always seeks to collaborate with the best in the industry.
A Days of Thunder sequel?
He’s interested in seeing if they have any chemistry and if their ideas align for future projects.
”Everything with Tom and Ana is innocent,” the source tells Daily Mail and adds: ”They are hanging out to talk about future movies that they could do together.”
”One of those ideas is the Days of Thunder sequel that Tom wants to get off the ground. It is currently in its infancy.”
”He’s talking [to Paramount] about and It’s going to be what comes together first in terms of a script. It depends on the idea and, ultimately, the script.’”
It’s no surprise that Tom Cruise wants to make a sequel to his iconic NASCAR racing film — after all, everything he touches these days seems to turn to gold. The original film, which grossed $157 million globally with a production budget of $60 million, wasn’t initially well received, but it’s since become a cult classic for many fans.
The film also holds personal significance for Cruise, as it was on the set of Days of Thunder in 1989 that he fell in love with co-star Nicole Kidman.
Now, as Cruise looks to revisit Days of Thunder and take on new exciting projects, there’s speculation that Ana de Armas could be joining him. With her rising star power and his eye for bringing together the best talent, it’s only a matter of time before they team up.
Who knows? This could be the beginning of a collaboration that’s set to make waves, both professionally and creatively.
