Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas have once again set the rumor mill spinning after being spotted together in London, stepping off Cruise’s private helicopter like it’s just another Tuesday. The duo arrived from Madrid, with de Armas rocking blue jeans and a leather jacket and juggling not one, but two dogs—Elvis and Salsa. Cruise kept things classic in a white polo and gray slacks. The adventure didn’t stop there: director Doug Liman was also on board, and insiders are adamant that this was all about work, not romance.

Despite repeated denials, their public outings keep fanning the tabloid flames. They’ve been seen together in London several times lately, including the night before Valentine’s Day—because nothing says 'just friends' like sharing takeout and posing for fan selfies in Soho before hopping into a taxi together. Supposedly, those dinners also included their agents to discuss 'potential collaborations.' Sure, maybe the only spark was creative.

But the plot thickens when you consider their joint helicopter escapade last month, and how neither Cruise nor de Armas seem particularly eager to overshare details about their relationship, platonic or otherwise. Celebrity matchmaker Alessandra Conti has weighed in, suggesting that Cruise’s history of highly publicized romances—think Katie Holmes, Nicole Kidman, and Mimi Rogers—might make him extra cautious this time around. Apparently, being burned by the spotlight can make even a Top Gun keep his wings tucked in.

Conti added that simply being seen out and about with de Armas is a big step for Cruise, who’s been notoriously private since his divorce from Holmes in 2012. Of course, the ever-watchful matchmaker believes the two could make a great Hollywood power couple if they let things blossom, even if everyone else is being told it’s all business, all the time.

And about that 26-year age gap? Conti reminded the public that in Hollywood, that’s practically a rounding error. After all, de Armas has already navigated age-gap relationships (looking at you, Ben Affleck), and at 36, she’s more than holding her own.

For now, the only thing confirmed is Cruise and de Armas are working together on a hush-hush new project. But with all the chemistry and cloak-and-dagger outings, it’s no wonder fans are watching their every move. Hollywood loves a mystery—especially when it comes with a side of glamour and a couple of cute dogs.

Tom Cruise News

Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas Keep London Swooning Amid Romance Rumors