Since they were spotted together at an intimate dinner in London on Valentine’s Day, rumors about a possible romance between Ana de Armas and Tom Cruise have not stopped. The chemistry between them, combined with the multiple encounters they have had in different countries since then, has sparked a wave of speculation in the press and among fans worldwide.
But now, Ana decided to break the silence. During her recent appearance on the ‘Good Morning America’ show, the star of Ballerina was directly questioned by host Michael Strahan about her work with Cruise. Far from being uncomfortable, Ana smiled and enthusiastically replied: “Definitely, we are working on many things. It’s not just one, but several projects, with Doug Liman, Christopher McQuarrie, and of course, Tom. And I’m very excited.”
Although he did not mention anything explicitly personal, the fact that he agreed to talk about the subject live, when usually these topics are prohibited by the stars’ representatives, left many wondering: just work... or something more?
More than colleagues: romance on the horizon?
According to close sources cited by media such as Daily Mail and Us Weekly, what started as a professional collaboration would have turned into a more intimate bond. In fact, several witnesses claim that Tom and Ana spent the actress’s 37th birthday together in a London park, where they were seen strolling in a romantic attitude.
However, after Ana’s statements, some media suggest that all of this could have been a media strategy. Both actors have important movies coming up: Ballerina, the highly anticipated spin-off from the John Wick universe, and the new installment of Mission Impossible, starring Cruise. The timing couldn’t be more convenient.
Fans warn Ana not to fall in love with Tom
Ana is no stranger to relationships with older figures in the industry. In 2020, she had a highly publicized romance with Ben Affleck, who is 16 years her senior. Now, Tom Cruise is 26 years older than her. However, those who know her claim that she prefers to keep her private life away from the media spotlight. In fact, she spends a large part of the year in Vermont, where she feels more relaxed and removed from the noise of Hollywood.
According to the same sources, Tom is “very interested” in Ana, but she is taking things cautiously. “She doesn’t want to rush,” an informant pointed out. Discretion has been the rule, to the extent that Ana declined to accompany Cruise to the Cannes red carpet to avoid public scrutiny.
On social media, several followers have asked her to be careful and not fall in love with Cruise, recalling the actor’s controversial romantic history. From his intense and highly publicized relationships with Nicole Kidman and Katie Holmes, to speculations about the control exerted by his environment, especially linked to Scientology, fans fear that Ana could get hurt. “Ana, run while you can”, “Don’t let yourself get caught”, and “Tom is not the leading man he appears to be” are some of the comments that reflect the concern of those who want to see her succeed, but also protected.
Ultimately, the relationship between Ana de Armas and Tom Cruise has all the ingredients of a Hollywood story: glamour, mystery, a hint of controversy... and a lot of intrigue. Whether it is true love or just a strategic move to shine brighter in the box office, only time will tell.