Actor Tom Cruise joined tens of thousands of fans at the sold-out Oasis concert held at Wembley Stadium in London over the weekend of July 25 and 26. He was accompanied by actress Ana de Armas, marking another public appearance amid relationship rumors. Their presence at the iconic band’s performance drew attention given the past tension between Cruise and members of Oasis.
Details of the Celebrity Sighting at Wembley
On July 26, DJ Goldie shared Instagram videos showing Cruise and de Armas together at the concert. In one clip, Cruise, dressed in a long-sleeve black button-up shirt, appeared to hand something to de Armas. The DJ also posted a selfie capturing a moment with Cruise, providing fans with a rare glimpse of the pair during the event.
Historic Conflict Between Tom Cruise and Oasis Members
The actor’s attendance at the Oasis concert is notable considering the public criticism he once faced from the band’s Gallagher brothers. Noel Gallagher, the lead guitarist and songwriter, expressed strong disapproval of Cruise’s career in their 2007 documentary, Lord Don’t Slow Me Down. Noel stated,
He’s a little f***er, and he’s not been in one good film his entire career.
—Noel Gallagher, Lead Guitarist and Songwriter
Liam Gallagher, the band’s frontman, also shared his disdain several years prior, declaring,
I hate Tom Cruise. Him and [then–pro soccer player] Michael Owen.
—Liam Gallagher, Frontman
Reported Encounter Between Cruise and Liam Gallagher
In 2009, reports surfaced that Cruise and Liam Gallagher unexpectedly met while staying at the same hotel in Berlin, Germany. According to a source,
For the first time in his life, Liam was lost for words. Tom did a double-take as they passed each other and went back to say hello,
which led to polite conversation before Liam quickly left.
They made polite conversation and Liam made a hasty departure,
the source added.
Emerging Romance Between Cruise and de Armas
Rumors about a romance between Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas started circulating in mid-July after the couple was spotted together on a luxury yacht near the coast of Spain. This followed earlier sightings during a dinner in London over Valentine’s Day weekend. Insiders described their relationship as
low-key, still new and in the early stages
with both preferring to keep things private.
Ana de Armas Shares Insight on Their Collaborative Work
During a May interview on Good Morning America, Ana de Armas spoke about her ongoing projects with Cruise, emphasizing a professional partnership. She said,
We’re definitely working on a lot of things,
and mentioned collaboration with producers Doug Liman and Christopher McQuarrie alongside Cruise.
Not just one, but a few projects with [Cruise’s producers] Doug Liman and Christopher McQuarrie and, of course, Tom. I’m so excited.
—Ana de Armas, Actress
In June, de Armas reiterated the supportive nature of Cruise during the premiere of From the World of John Wick: Ballerina. She remarked,
You know what, he supports every movie,
and added,
He really wants the industry and cinema to do well and [wants] people going to the theaters. We’re working together, so he got to see Ballerina, and he actually really liked it. He loved the John Wick [franchise].
—Ana de Armas, Actress
She further noted,
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,
highlighting the value of mutual support within the film industry.
The Significance of Their Public Appearance and Future Prospects
Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas’ appearance together at the Oasis concert not only reflects their personal connection but also their ability to move beyond past controversies involving the band’s Gallagher brothers. Their collaborative projects indicate a professional relationship that complements their rumored romance. This public outing, coupled with de Armas’ open comments about their work, suggests their partnership may continue gaining momentum in both their personal and career spheres. Fans and industry watchers alike will likely follow upcoming announcements regarding their joint ventures and future appearances.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Why was Scarlett Johansson replaced by Ana de Armas?
A. Ana de Armas will play a leading role in Dexter Fletcher’s new action romantic comedy. She replaces Scarlett Johansson, who left the movie “Ghosted” because her schedule conflicted.
Q. What happened to Ana de Armas when she was 18?
A. When she was 18, de Armas relocated to Madrid. Two weeks after arriving, she connected with casting director Luis San Narciso, who recognized her from Una rosa de Francia. After two months, he selected her to play Carolina in the drama El Internado. She featured in this show for six seasons, from 2007 to 2010.
Q. Why did Ben Affleck leave Ana de Armas?
A. The relationship ended because she wanted to get married, but he wasn’t interested, according to a source.
Q. Why did Ben Affleck dump Ana de Armas?
A. The source stated their breakup happened because she wished for marriage, but he wasn’t interested. Later, Ben reunited with Jennifer Lopez before they wed and recently separated. On April 1, 2020, Ben Affleck and Ana de Armas were spotted walking their dogs in Los Angeles, California.
