Katie Holmes has become the center of a social media storm after reportedly engaging with a post about her ex-husband Tom Cruise and his rumored new girlfriend, actress Ana de Armas.
In May 2025, the Daily Mail posted photos suggesting Cruise and de Armas are romantically involved. Eagle-eyed fans noticed that Holmes’ verified Instagram account had “liked” the post — a detail that quickly went viral and fueled plenty of speculation.
Even though Holmes, now 46, and Cruise, 63, ended their marriage more than ten years ago, public curiosity about their relationship remains strong. Some believe she might have tapped “like” by accident, while others think she did it on purpose.
How Did Fans Respond?
Fans flooded social media with reactions that ranged from supportive to humorous.
One person commented, “Whether Katie likes it or not, he can date whoever he wants. Good luck to them all! 👏👏”
Others pointed out a resemblance between Holmes and de Armas. “They look a bit alike,” one user said. Another noted, “Their facial expressions are even similar!”
Some defended Holmes, arguing she’s moved on long ago. “As if Katie cares about an ex who doesn’t see his only biological kid,” one wrote. Another joked, “Hopefully she told him to run,” while someone else added, “Y’all leave Katie alone 😂.”
Over on Reddit, people debated whether the “like” was intentional or a slip. One user said, “It makes perfect sense and zero sense at the same time.” Another laughed, “Lol… she was lurking,” while someone else imagined the embarrassment: “Imagine accidentally liking your ex’s photo and it ends up in the Daily Mail 💀.”
What Exactly Did Katie Do?
The Instagram post in question showed Cruise wearing a black polo shirt, next to an image of de Armas holding a small white dog. Screenshots showed Holmes’ official account (@katieholmes), complete with her profile picture and blue verification checkmark, listed among the likes.
Whether it was a deliberate move or not, the interaction drew fresh attention to Holmes and Cruise, who have had little public connection since their split in 2012. Their main shared bond has remained their daughter, Suri.
Has Tom Cruise Commented on Past Relationships?
Tom Cruise recently broke his silence about ex-wife Nicole Kidman in a rare move.
During an interview with Sight and Sound magazine from the British Film Institute, Cruise reflected on his experience filming Eyes Wide Shut with legendary director Stanley Kubrick. He revealed that he had actually suggested Kidman for the role of Alice in the 1999 film.
“It was basically him and me getting to know each other,” Cruise explained. “While we were doing that, I recommended Nicole for the role because she’s a fantastic actress.”
The movie, which explored marital tensions, was among their last projects together before divorcing in 2001.
Although Cruise’s comments seemed friendly, they sparked mixed reactions online. Critics slammed the timing, questioning why he spoke out now. “Why now? Just be quiet,” one person wrote. Another chimed in, “Nicole’s new husband is way better than Cruise ever was.”
Others accused Cruise of mistreating Kidman during their marriage. “He really did her dirty,” one user bluntly stated. Another added, “Nicole dodged a bullet.” Many pointed out that Kidman has since built a happy life with musician Keith Urban and likely doesn’t care what Cruise thinks anymore.
Cruise and Kidman’s ten-year marriage was once one of Hollywood’s most talked-about relationships. After their split, both moved on and found new paths — Kidman’s marriage to Urban has flourished, while Cruise has kept his private life mostly under wraps.