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Ana de Armas has drawn attention online after fans noticed she liked a controversial Instagram post about Nicole Kidman, the ex-wife of Tom Cruise. The interaction, which remains visible as of publication, comes as ongoing rumors about a romantic relationship between de Armas and Cruise.
The post in question, shared back in February by the account @celebmess, features side-by-side images of Nicole from 1996 and a more recent year. Alongside the photos are quotes from a 2007 interview with Marie Claire in which Kidman addressed speculation about her appearance.
© Vinnie Zuffante“To be honest, I am completely natural,” Nicole said at the time. “I have nothing in my face or anything. I wear sunscreen, and I don't smoke.” She added, “I take care of myself. And I'm very proud to say that.”
The Instagram post shades those statements by adding the well-known “Sure, Jan” meme and the caption, “When you keep it real.” It also includes the Spice Girls track 'Denying' and hashtags with Nicole’s name.
Eagle-eyed fans quickly noticed Ana de Armas' account among the likes on the post. Reactions online have ranged from surprise to criticism. Some users came to Nicole’s defense, explaining that some of the photos are edited to make the actress look bad.
© Neilson Barnard“They had to edit Nicole Kidman to even give the illusion she could have aged badly,” one user remarked. Another added, “Whatever, Nicole always has been and still is so beautiful to me.”
© SIRBOUMANWhile Ana has not publicly addressed the incident, the timing has intensified ongoing speculation about her relationship with Cruise. The two actors are set to co-star in an upcoming thriller and have been seen together, most recently holding hands after spending a fun day at the Oasis concert.
© Backgrid UK/The Grosby GroupHowever, in a May interview on Good Morning America, Ana clarified the nature of her connection with Cruise, calling it strictly professional. “It’s so much fun,” she said of working with him. A source also told People, “Tom is crazy hardworking and she’s very excited to work with him. She calls it an opportunity of a lifetime. Tom is an incredible mentor to Ana. She has nothing but amazing things to say about him.”
