Ana de Armas gushes over 'amazing' Tom Cruise after his glowing review of 'Ballerina' amid romance rumors

HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA: As romance rumors between Ana de Armas and Tom Cruise continue to heat up, the actress added more fuel to the fire with a heartfelt comment that hinted at a growing bond.

While promoting her upcoming film 'Ballerina' in Los Angeles on Tuesday night, June 3, the 37-year-old star gushed about Cruise’s public praise, calling his support “surreal” and “amazing.”

Her remarks came shortly after Cruise praised her new movie, a moment fans are now seeing as more than just professional admiration, as per Page Six.

Ana de Armas gushes about Tom Cruise at her upcoming film premiere

Ana de Armas once again couldn’t hold back her admiration for Tom Cruise, fueling ongoing speculation that the two may be more than just friends.

While walking the red carpet at the Los Angeles premiere of 'Ballerina' on Tuesday night, the 37-year-old actress responded to Cruise’s recent praise of her new movie. 

“It makes me really happy and proud,” she told Variety in an interview at the film premiere. "It’s surreal that someone like him is liking the movie and supporting the film and celebrating other people’s films. It’s amazing.”

She added, "But you know what, he supports every movie. He really wants the industry and cinema to go well and people going to the theaters."

She continued, "We're working together, so he got to see Ballerina and he actually really liked it. He loved the John Wicks. It is very special that someone like him is supporting [Ballerina]. It is really special in general to have other actors and people supporting each other. We can do well all together."

Keanu Reeves, who has portrayed the iconic hitman in four 'John Wick' films, echoed Tom Cruise’s glowing praise of Ana de Armas’ performance in 'Ballerina'.

Speaking with E! News at the film’s premiere, Reeves emphasized that Ana didn’t need any guidance from him. “She didn’t need any advice from me,” he said. “She’s got experience in action and she’s really good.”

At the 'Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning' premiere in London on May 15, Tom Cruise took a moment to praise the John Wick spinoff in an Instagram video. “I just saw the movie — it kicks a**,” he said enthusiastically. "Oh, man, it’s right in that tone. It’s right in that big world, and you’re gonna love it."

Timeline of Ana de Armas and Tom Cruise’s romance rumors

Speculation about a budding romance between Ana de Armas and Tom Cruise first emerged in February, when the two were seen dining together in London.

At the time, insiders brushed off the buzz, insisting the meeting was purely professional and centered around potential collaborations, as per PEOPLE. But the sightings didn’t stop there.

In March, the pair were spotted looking cheerful after a nighttime helicopter ride, and by April, they were photographed once again at the London Heliport — this time accompanied by luggage and de Armas’ dogs — further intensifying the rumors.

The whispers grew louder last month when Cruise joined de Armas in celebrating her 37th birthday. The two were seen strolling through a London park before heading to a private dinner, adding to growing speculation that their connection goes beyond friendship.

Despite their efforts to stay under the radar — including slipping into the backseat of an SUV together after David Beckham’s 50th birthday party on May 3 — the public has continued to take notice.

According to a recent report, Cruise is “courting” the 'Blonde' star and may have developed feelings for her following a work-related meeting earlier this year. “They’ve gone out on some dates, and it’s very low-key. It’s in the early stages, and he’s been courting her,” a source told the outlet.