Does Nicole Kidman Have A Problem With Ana De Armas Over Ex Tom Cruise? Awkward Encounters Resurface Online

Tom Cruise has found love again, and this time with his upcoming co-star Ana de Armas. The pair's romance was recently confirmed after months of speculation, following sightings in Vermont and London. Cruise, 63, and de Armas, 38, were photographed holding hands during their trip.

However, their relationship is making headlines for more than just their on-and-off-screen chemistry.

A resurfaced photo of Cruise's ex-wife, Nicole Kidman, and Ana de Armas is now circulating on social media, sparking fresh rumours of a possible tension between the two actresses. The image, taken at the 2023 Oscars, is being reevaluated in light of Ana's recent social media activity, and fans are reading between the lines, trying to look for a potential 'history' between the two actresses.

What is The Oscar Photo About?

A photo taken at the 95th Academy Awards in 2023 shows Ana and Nicole seated close together at the ceremony, in conversation with actress Jamie Lee Curtis and Nicole's husband, Keith Urban.

While Kidman appears engaged in the moment and smiling, de Armas is seen looking away noticeably, not meeting Nicole's gaze. At the time, the photo did not receive much attention, but in light of the Cruise-de Armas romance, it has taken on new meaning for some fans.

The image, re-posted by a fan account that had previously supported Ana, was captioned saying '#WeStandWithNicole,' triggering fresh debates online about whether there's underlying tension between the two stars.

A Social Media Gaffe Adds Fuel

Shortly before the Oscars photo resurfaced, de Armas was criticised for liking an Instagram post that appeared to mock Nicole Kidman's appearance. The post included a close-up of Kidman with the caption 'When you keep it real #nicolekidman,' tagging a dermal filler brand as the location.

The interaction prompted backlash, with many accusing de Armas of promoting an 'ageist' narrative. Some pointed out that Kidman, now 58, has long denied undergoing cosmetic surgery and has credited her appearance to a healthy lifestyle.

In a 2007 interview with Marie Claire, Kidman said, 'To be honest, I am completely natural.'

Ana has not commented publicly on the post or the online reactions that followed.

Fans Reaction To The Speculation

Online, reactions to the whole situation have been mixed. Some fans interpreted the photo and post as signs of subtle tension, with one Reddit user writing, 'Having a one-sided internet beef with your boyfriend's wife from 20 years ago this openly is just absurd.'

Another noted, 'Nicole dated Tom. Ana is dating him now. This looks messy.'

Others defended de Armas, arguing that a liked post doesn't prove animosity. One fan commented, 'If she liked a post about a man with Botox, you wouldn't be this upset.'

Still, the resurfaced image and the timing of her social media activity have left fans drawing their own conclusions especially as Ana steps further into the spotlight alongside Cruise.

Meanwhile, Cruise and de Armas, who previously worked together on the 2019 film Wasp Network, have been seen together multiple times in recent weeks on a yacht in Menorca, during helicopter arrivals, and walking Ana's dogs.

An insider told media in May that Cruise is 'super smitten' with de Armas, and the two are now working together again on director Doug Liman's upcoming supernatural thriller Deeper.