Hollywood is buzzing with the latest development in the rumored romance between Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas, as the pair officially confirmed their relationship today, July 30, 2025. The announcement comes on the heels of a social media firestorm sparked yesterday when de Armas was criticized for liking an Instagram post mocking the appearance of Nicole Kidman, Cruise’s ex-wife. The confirmation, shared via a statement to People magazine, has sent shockwaves through the entertainment world, amplifying both excitement and scrutiny surrounding the couple.
The controversy began on July 28, when fans noticed that de Armas, 37, had liked a post from the Instagram account @celebmess, which featured a close-up image of Kidman, 58, with the caption “When you keep it real #nicolekidman.” The post, originally shared on February 6, sarcastically referenced a 2007 Marie Claire interview where Kidman denied using cosmetic procedures, tagging a dermal filler brand and using the “Sure, Jan” meme to imply disbelief. The post was widely perceived as mocking Kidman’s appearance, and de Armas’s interaction with it drew swift backlash. Screenshots circulated on Reddit’s r/Fauxmoi community, with fans calling the move “petty” and “nasty.” One user commented, “Having a one-sided internet beef with your boyfriend’s wife from 20 years ago is absurd,” while another questioned, “Why did Ana de Armas like this?” The criticism intensified due to de Armas’s rumored connection to Cruise, Kidman’s ex-husband from their 1990–2001 marriage.
Cruise, 63, and de Armas have been linked since February 2024, when they were spotted dining together in London. Their public appearances, including a yacht trip in Menorca and an Oasis concert at Wembley Stadium on July 26, fueled speculation. Sources reported Cruise showering de Armas with gifts, including a £4,000 helicopter ride to Heathrow to ensure she caught a flight. Despite a source telling Cosmopolitan that de Armas viewed Cruise as a “mentor” and was single, today’s confirmation puts those claims to rest. The couple’s statement described their relationship as “a natural progression” built on mutual respect and shared professional passions, referencing their collaboration on the upcoming supernatural thriller Deeper, directed by Doug Liman.
The timing of the announcement has raised eyebrows, coming just a day after the Instagram controversy. Some fans speculate that de Armas’s like was an impulsive move tied to insecurities about Kidman, who was married to Cruise for over a decade and shares two adopted children, Isabella and Connor, with him. Reddit users pointed out Kidman’s enduring career, with one writing, “Nicole’s had a 40-year career. Looks fade, talent doesn’t. Let’s see where Ana’s is in 10.” Others defended Kidman’s appearance, noting that the post’s image was heavily edited to exaggerate aging. “Nicole looks great for 60,” one user wrote. “This isn’t the burn Ana thinks it is.” Kidman, now happily married to Keith Urban for 19 years and mother to daughters Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret, has not publicly addressed the incident.
The confirmation of Cruise and de Armas’s relationship has shifted focus from the social media misstep, but not entirely. Critics on X have called the timing “cringe” and questioned de Armas’s judgment, with one post stating, “Ana de Armas owes Nicole Kidman an apology.” Others have brought up Cruise’s ties to Scientology, with comments like, “I hope she doesn’t get roped into Scientology,” referencing the organization’s rumored role in his split from Kidman. Despite the backlash, some fans are thrilled about the pairing, citing the chemistry between the Mission: Impossible star and the Knives Out actress, who previously worked together on Wasp Network in 2019.
De Armas has not addressed the Instagram controversy directly, and her team has remained silent. Meanwhile, Cruise’s camp is reportedly focused on promoting their joint projects, with de Armas praising their collaboration on Good Morning America in May, saying, “It’s so much fun working with Tom and Doug Liman.” As the couple steps into the spotlight, the public remains divided. Some see their romance as a glamorous Hollywood match, while others view de Armas’s social media faux pas as a misstep that overshadows their announcement. With their relationship now official, all eyes are on how Cruise and de Armas navigate the scrutiny—and whether this marks a new chapter or a fleeting headline in Tinseltown’s ever-churning rumor mill.
