‘No Mission is Impossible for Tom’: Internet Erupts as Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas Soft-Launch Relationship

Hollywood’s newest couple sets social media ablaze after Vermont getaway

Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas spotted holding hands during a romantic Vermont getaway.

Tom Cruise (63) and Ana de Armas (37) have seemingly confirmed their relationship, putting an end to months of speculation. The two were spotted holding hands during a romantic weekend vacation in Vermont, with exclusive photos first shared by TMZ. It's their first public appearance since rumors of a budding romance between the two began swirling in April as they left a private party in Los Angeles.

The Rumors Are Now Reality

For months, fans and celebrity watchers have been speculating about Tom and Ana's relationship. However, their recent get-together seems to say a lot. The two stars looked comfortable and affectionate, strolling along picturesque paths, sharing a laugh and stopping off at a local cafe.

Sources close to the couple say they have been "quietly dating for a few months" but decided to keep things private until they were "sure about the direction this was going."

Internet Reacts: From Jokes to Hot Takes

As soon as the photos hit social media, reactions from both fans and critics started pouring in. The Internet wasted no time analyzing every detail:

• One user joked, "Well, that explains the Nicole Kidman post," referencing Anna's recent controversy when she liked an Instagram post that mocked Cruise's ex-wife, Nicole Kidman.

• Another joked, "I guess no mission is impossible for Tom," a clever nod to Cruise's iconic film franchise.

• One comment said, "Age is just a number, humanizing the quote," pointing out the 26-year age difference between the two stars.

• One viral post added: "This is why fitness matters. Stay fit, and you can date whoever you want, at any age."

Despite the mixed reactions, most comments leaned toward amusement and curiosity rather than criticism.

A Day of Celebrity Romance Reveals

Tom and Anna weren't the only ones making headlines. In what fans are calling "a big day for pop culture romance," the same 24-hour span saw revelations about two more celebrity couples:

• Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau were spotted dining together, just days after Katy's split from Orlando Bloom was confirmed.

• Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson also shocked fans when photos emerged of them walking hand-in-hand in New York.

Fans had a lot to say:

• One fan poked fun at the exes, saying,"It's a big day for pop culture's politician girls."

• Another added, "Pam has been through a lot in public, and Liam has been pretty private since Natasha [Richardson]. This might be a relief for both of them."

Still, amid all the gossip, many users agreed that Pam and Liam seem to be the most grounded couple of the day, with one describing them as "the only couple on this list that has real energy."

On the work front,

• Tom Cruise was last seen reprising his famous role as Ethan Hunt in Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning. The film received critical acclaim and cemented Cruise's reputation as Hollywood's most enduring action star.

• Meanwhile, Ana de Armas wowed audiences with her role in the John Wick universe spinoff film Ballerina. Her performance as a dangerous assassin earned praise for its balance of action and emotion.

Sizzle Alert: Tom & Ana's Romance Heating Up Off-Screen

While neither Tom nor Anna have commented publicly on the nature of their relationship, insiders say they are "taking things slowly but seriously." If this trip to Vermont is any indication, the couple may be ready to be more open in the coming months—perhaps even gracing the red carpet together. With

both stars actively working on new film projects, it remains to be seen how their schedules will align—but one thing's for sure: fans will be keeping a close eye on them.