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Elle
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- Elle
Ana de Armas's Dating History, From Early Roles to Hollywood Fame
Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. THE RUNDOWN Ana de Armas has experienced a stratospheric rise in Hollywood over the past decade. 2015's Knock Knock—a thriller movie starring Keanu Reeves—provided the Cuban, American, and Spanish actress with her stateside breakout role. Since then, de Armas has appeared in numerous box office and critical hits, such as 2017's Blade Runner 2049, 2019's Knives Out, 2021's No Time to Die, and 2022's Blonde, in which she portrayed Marilyn Monroe. Following the release of 2025's John Wick spin-off Ballerina, de Armas has found herself in the spotlight once again—this time for her seemingly budding romance with Tom Cruise. Here's what you need to know about Ana de Armas's dating history. Prior to making it big as a Hollywood actress, de Armas relocated from Havana to Spain where she met her first husband, Marc Clotet. The Ghosted star began dating the Spanish model and actor in 2010, with the pair marrying the following year in July 2011, Hola! magazine reported. Unfortunately, the couple's marriage didn't last. During an appearance at the 27th Goya Awards in Spain on Feb. 17, 2013, Clotet revealed, 'Yes, we've broken up. It was by mutual agreement. I'm calm.' According to Diez Minutos, Clotet also shared that he and de Armas were 'still friends' despite the split. According to La Razón, de Armas started dating Spanish screenwriter and director David Victori in August 2013. The publication also noted that the couple lived together in Los Angeles, but had returned to Spain in March 2014 for the Málaga Film Festival. Although it's unclear when Victori and de Armas ended their relationship, it's been reported that they split sometime in 2014. Following her breakups from Clotet and Victori, de Armas decided to move to Los Angeles full-time to further her career, telling The Hollywood Reporter, 'I don't like feeling stuck, like I'm not going anywhere. I wanted more.' After permanently relocating to America, de Armas began 'a serious relationship with agent Franklin Latt,' Vanity Fair reported. During her interview with the publication, the War Dogs actress was quick to dispel the idea that dating a successful Hollywood agent—Latt now manages Pedro Pascal at Creative Artists Agency—aided her career in any way. 'For anyone who ever did I get to do this or that, fuck them,' she said. 'They will not get to spend their New Year's with me. They are not the people whose opinion I should care about. They are not the people I share my happiness with.' According to The Daily Mail, Latt and de Armas started dating in 2015 following the release of the movie Knock Knock. The outlet reported that the pair got 'engaged soon after, off the wedding' and broke up in 2016. In 2017, de Armas started dating artist Alejandro Piñeiro Bello, who was also born in Havana. During their relationship, the pair regularly posted photos of one another on social media, which have since been deleted from their respective accounts. In February 2018, de Armas marked the launch of Piñeiro Bello's pop-up exhibition in Los Angeles by writing on Instagram, 'So proud of you,' and he returned the favor, thanking the actress for all of her 'hard work and love,' according to Antena 3. Porter later confirmed that de Armas had split from Piñeiro Bello in 2019 after two years of dating. After meeting on the set of thriller Deep Water in late 2019, de Armas started a very public relationship with Ben Affleck. In March 2020, a source told People that the pair had 'great chemistry right from the start,' but 'there were no signs of romance' until filming had wrapped. In a March 2020 interview with Vogue Spain (translated by People), de Armas discussed working with the Oscar winner, saying, 'His talent is infinite.' The same month, de Armas made her relationship with Affleck official when she shared photos of him on Instagram. Affleck and de Armas were regularly photographed walking their dogs together in Los Angeles, where the couple quarantined together during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. At the time, a source told Us Weekly, 'Ana is very happy with Ben. She loves spending time with him and they have great chemistry and a lot of fun together.' The two Hollywood stars quickly became inseparable. In June 2020, de Armas and Affleck attended a Black Lives Matter march together, per People. Following a double date with Affleck's best friend, Matt Damon, and his wife, People reported that de Armas officially moved into her boyfriend's property in August 2020. 'She's aware that his family comes first,' a source told the outlet. 'And appreciates that. They work very hard at that balance.' For Affleck's 48th birthday, the Overdrive actress gifted her beau a custom-built BMW motorcycle, according to People. In November 2020, the pair traveled to New Orleans for re-shoots of their movie, Deep Water. As de Armas appeared to be wearing a diamond ring in photos from the set, rumors started to swirl regarding a possible engagement. However, according to People, the jewelry item was simply a prop for the film. The very same month, de Armas and Affleck spent their first Thanksgiving together, along with the actor's three children—Violet, Seraphina, and Samuel—whom he shares with ex-wife Jennifer Garner, E! News reported. Unfortunately, by January 2021, de Armas and Affleck had called it quits. 'Ben is no longer dating Ana,' a source told People. 'She broke it off. Their relationship was complicated. Ana doesn't want to be Los Angeles based and Ben obviously has to since his kids live in Los Angeles.' While People reported that the break up occurred 'over the phone,' Page Six suggested the relationship ended as Affleck 'would not commit to having more kids.' Soon after the split, Affleck reconnected with his ex, Jennifer Lopez. Following her split from Affleck, Page Six confirmed de Armas was dating Tinder executive Paul Boukadakis in June 2021. Sources told the outlet that Boukadakis had already introduced the actress to his family after several months of dating. In December 2021, an insider told E! News that the couple's romance was 'very serious.' A July 2022 profile of de Armas in ELLE revealed that she met her new boyfriend 'during the pandemic through a mutual friend.' With the majority of bars and restaurants closed during lockdown, they 'spent their first dates at each other's homes, drinking wine and talking.' As for how she spent her 34th birthday in April 2022, de Armas told ELLE that she celebrated with 'my man, my dogs, Chris [Evans] and the crew [of Ghosted].' She continued, 'I wasn't home having a romantic dinner; I was on set with my people doing what I love and at the beach and having a shot of it is the happiest I've been.' The pair were pictured arriving at Venice Film Festival in September 2022, and they posed for photos on the red carpet at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party on March 12, 2023. While it's unclear when de Armas and Boukadakis ended their romance, People reported the split in November 2024, when the actress was spotted kissing another man. The Exposed star surprised fans when she started dating Manuel Anido Cuesta, the stepson of Cuba's president, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez. Having graduated with a law degree from the University of Havana in 2019, Anido Cuesta reportedly 'became part of the Cuban regime's inner circle,' La Nación reported. The outlet further explained, 'Although he does not hold official positions in government institutions, he has been seen at numerous events and on official trips accompanying his stepfather and mother.' Rumors began circulating about a potential romance between de Armas and Anido Cuesta in May 2024, when a Cuban influencer claimed the pair had spent 10 days together on the island of Cayo Santa María, off the north coast of Cuba, per Periódico Cubano. While the majority of de Armas's romance with Anido Cuesta remained private, Hola! published photographs of the pair kissing one another during a night out in Madrid in November 2024. Throughout their romance, de Armas faced backlash for dating Anido Cuesta, with whom she was last seen in February 2025. Although it's unclear when the couple split, a source told Us Weekly in May 2025 that de Armas and Anido Cuesta were no longer dating. According to Us Weekly, Mission: Impossible icon Tom Cruise first met de Armas in February 2025 to discuss the possibility of working together. An insider told the outlet that Cruise was instantly 'super smitten' with the actress. 'It's low-key, still new and in the early stages,' they explained. 'Their romance is definitely on the down-low.' The source also suggested that, while Cruise was most definitely 'courting' de Armas, the actress was 'more cautious.' 'She isn't looking for anything to move too fast, she's taking it really slow,' they told the outlet. While promoting her John Wick spin-off Ballerina in June 2025, de Armas commented on her connection with Cruise, telling Variety, 'We're working together, so he got to see Ballerina and he actually really liked it.' She continued, 'It is very special that someone like him is supporting [Ballerina].' In mid-July 2025, a source downplayed the romance rumors, telling People that de Armas and Cruise simply had 'a special work relationship.' According to the insider, the pair had been spending extended periods of time together while preparing to costar in forthcoming thriller Deeper, from the director of 2005's Mr. & Mrs Smith, Doug Liman. 'Tom is an incredible mentor to Ana,' the source alleged. 'She has nothing but amazing things to say about him.' The end of July brought two eyebrow-raising outings for de Armas and Cruise. On July 26, the pair made an unexpected cameo at an Oasis concert in London, appearing in the background of an Instagram video shared by music producer Goldie. The following day, de Armas and Cruise materialized in Vermont, where they were photographed holding hands, eating ice cream, and shopping together.
Time of India
08-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Proof that Sara Ali Khan and Ibrahim Ali Khan are Bollywood's cutest siblings: From knock-knock jokes to candid festive fun
The glamour world has given us many celebrity siblings, but Saif Ali Khan and Amrita Singh 's children Sara Ali Khan and Ibrahim Ali Khan , always command attention with their delightful camaraderie. With their regal looks and that unmistakable nawabi flair, the Pataudi siblings exemplify a modern-day kind of royalty. Whether through their playful videos, joint workouts, or adorable throwback photos, Sara and Ibrahim consistently win hearts and make us go 'aww' whenever they share glimpses of their bond. Sara and Ibrahim Ali Khan have a sweet sibling relationship that combines affection, pride, and humor. "Follow your heart... there will be a lot of noise around you, but you have to stay honest and follow your path," Sara said years ago, prior to Ibrahim's Bollywood debut. She proudly reposted his debut song when it was released, writing, "My brother's pehla gaana… Always said, best in the family is yet to come.' Their relationship is defined by this mix of sincere encouragement and playful irony. Their friendship has turned into fan-favorite content, whether they are matching for festive occasions or mock roasting each other. Laughs & outtakes: Ibrahim & Sara's fun video moments Badminton & Banter Sara and Ibrahim ditched their desirable lives for a friendly game of badminton in this humorous throwback. The reel effectively conveys their laid-back relationship with its fun singing, natural laughter, and Sara's self-deprecating humor ("I know I'm annoying... but that's here to stay"). Sibling's Day Special Their silly antics are captured in the video, showing Ibrahim's patient, amused responses and Sara's playful, self-aware personality. Supporters praised the openness, particularly Sara's sly praise of her "annoying" side, which Ibrahim puts up with typical brotherly calmness. Classic Knock‑Knock Chaos This clip, which is another highlight of their Knock Knock series, shows the two exchanging jokes with radiating energy. Ibrahim plays along with amusing poise as Sara starts the joke. Even the corniest puns are amusing because of their facial expressions and chemistry. Fans adore them because they don't take themselves too seriously, as this reel shows. Ibrahim posing for mom with Sara In the video, Sara Ali Khan is seen sitting on a rock with a stunning backdrop of hills, while Ibrahim Ali Khan amusingly makes funny hand gestures. Their mother, Amrita Singh, who filmed the video, reacts to their playful poses by calling them 'bawre bachcho' (crazy kids). Ibrahim Ali Khan's knock-knock jokes with Sara Ali Khan Sara Ali Khan is known for her humorous personality and hilarious knock-knock videos. On several occasions, the actress has enlisted her brother, Ibrahim Ali Khan, to join in on these fun and entertaining reels. The duo shared many such adorable and funny videos during the lockdown, bringing plenty of laughter to their fans. On the Work Front Sara Ali Khan has a full schedule of exciting projects. She's currently working with Dharma Productions on an untitled spy comedy with Ayushmann Khurrana, and she's also starred in Anurag Basu's Metro. In Dino, which was released in theaters in July 2025. Her varied filmography has been further enhanced by her recent roles in Sky Force and Ae Watan Mere Watan. Ibrahim Ali Khan is entering the field with confidence in the meantime. Following his recent Netflix debut with Khushi Kapoor in Nadaaniyan, he starred opposite Sreeleela in the sports drama Diler and co-starred in Sarzameen, which was directed by Kayoze Irani and co-starred Kajol. His potential as a rising star has been proved in both movies.
South China Morning Post
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Hong Kong dad inspires memories with sketches Sai Ying Pun
What began as Billy Wong Yin-chun's daily commute to Sai Ying Pun with his nine-year-old daughter became an artistic journey when he started sketching parts of the neighbourhood. 'Being a full-time dad made me feel a bit lost, so I started looking for something creative to do. I thought, why not take a sketchbook and draw Sai Ying Pun?' the 47-year-old parent recalled. With pencil, ink pen and watercolour, his artwork depicts old shops like Cheryl's Bakery, where his daughter enjoys jelly cups. Others feature Bonham Road's stone walls and ancient trees, the old mental hospital on High Street, as well as flower shops and Thai grocery stores. Wong had his first exhibition earlier this year at Knock Knock, a bookstore in Sai Ying Pun. 'This is something I wanted to do when I was a child. I never imagined that at this age, in my forties, I'd suddenly be able to fulfil this dream,' said Wong, who previously worked as a graphic designer. The view of a local father Wong has been drawing since childhood, but his first painting of Hong Kong was a gift for his brother – an expansive view from Mount Davis overlooking Victoria Harbour. 'My first sketches were for my younger brother and cousin after they emigrated. I wanted to send them something to remind them of home,' he said. Before starting his current project, Wong was feeling lost after giving up his job to be a full-time father. But now, with his paintings, he has built friendships with other stay-at-home dads and found a new purpose that works with his schedule for taking care of his daughter. Community connections Wong has also connected with local residents who have told him about their memories of Sai Ying Pun. 'One elderly saw my painting of the hospital where he was born; he was deeply touched. He even asked to take a photo of it,' the artist shared. 'I realised that my paintings, which are personal memories, could also become someone else's.' Of all his works, Wong's favourite features the Hong Kong Resource Centre for Heritage. 'It's a beautiful spot, but because it's tucked away and surrounded by trees, not many people notice it. Depending on the time of day and season, the scene changes,' he said. 'It's one of those hidden gems.' Word power depicts: an artistic or descriptive representation of something emigrated: to have moved to another country to live expansive: to cover a wide area fulfil: to achieve a dream or goal Handy phrases hidden gems: valuable things that are not widely known stay-at-home: a parent who takes care of their child or children full-time Quiz time Stop and think: Has a picture or drawing ever brought back an important memory for you? 1. Who did Wong dedicate his first sketches to? 2. Which Hong Kong neighbourhood is Wong highlighting in his current project?
Yahoo
28-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
'I will never own a home': Moncton artist highlights barriers to housing
Moncton artist Natt Cann would like to own a home, but at the age of 35, he's come to the conclusion that will probably never happen. His latest work, a series of nearly 300 prints of beautiful doors, was inspired by that realization. Cann was walking in downtown Fredericton one day, and noticed "pretty doors everywhere." His next thought was, "I'll never afford any of this." The doors may be beautiful, but for Cann, they symbolize more. "The door is sort of like a barrier," he said. "You're not coming in." Not all of the doors Cann prints are picture-perfect. Some are boarded up or have eviction notices on them. "I want people to understand that beneath this collection of doors, there's ... a whole lot of anger and annoyance." WATCH | 'My frustration with the Canadian housing markets': He calls his exhibit, Knock Knock! - I will never own a home, and describes it as his "frustration with the Canadian housing markets and predatory investment." "It's mostly born from just being priced out of houses and priced out of basically everything — and I was like, 'Well at least I can own a door.'" According to the Bank of Canada, the average price of a home in the province rose from just under $180,000 in 2019 to $297,520 in 2023, driven in part by record international and interprovincial migration after the pandemic. There has also been an increase in the number of homes purchased by investors, and a decline in first-time buyers. Investor purchases climbed from 20 per cent of all mortgaged homes in Canada in 2014, to 30 per cent in the first quarter of 2023. Cann wonders why government policy doesn't prevent investment firms from buying housing. "Why is that allowed to exist in Canada?" he said. "A group of people can put their money together and buy a home as an investment and not as a thing of shelter…it prices out individuals from having shelter in this day and age." According to Statistics Canada, more than one in five Canadian households live in unaffordable housing — meaning they spend more than 30 per cent of their income on housing. One-of-a-kind prints Cann grew up drawing on his bedroom walls, but now he uses more sophisticated techniques in his studio to create his art. His collection of prints starts with taking pictures of the doors and includes doors from Fredericton, Saint John and Charlottetown. Once he has the pictures, he digitally crops out the house. "Then they get printed on a laser printer with a very specific toner and a very specific additive in that toner," Cann said. "Then you can use adhesive remover to transfer them onto a different piece of paper with some pretty aggressive application." "The prints are one-of-a-kind and that texture that he gets is unique," said Kathryn Basham, who owns the Bright & Brine Fine Art Gallery. She recently displayed Cann's exhibit in her Moncton gallery for three months, and is now working with him to get the prints made into a book. "It'll be a conversation about not just his process, but his original idea behind the series," Basham said. On the exhibit's opening night, Basham said about 50 to 60 people attended. "The messaging behind Knock Knock! is extremely important," Basham said. "We are losing this housing here locally and we are losing a lot of what, not just architecturally we've had, but the opportunities for housing." The project started in spring of 2023, but Cann is still adding doors to his collection.
News18
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Kush Jotwani Feared Being Overshadowed By Aditya Roy Kapur In Metro In Dino?
Last Updated: Kush Jotwani will soon be seen in Dino. The film also stars Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Pankaj Tripati, Ali Fazal and Neena Gupta among others in key roles. Content creator Kush Jotwani won hearts last year when he made his acting debut with the series Dil Dosti Dilemma, opposite Anushka Sen. Now, Kush is gearing up for the release of two of his new projects. The young talent will soon be seen in Knock Knock Kaun Hai. Besides this, he also has Anurag Basu's Metro…In Dino in his kitty. The latter also stars Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Pankaj Tripati, Ali Fazal and Neena Gupta among others in the lead. Therefore, in an exclusive interview with News18 Showsha, Kush was asked if he feared being overshadowed while working with the veterans in Metro…In Dino. Read on to know what he had to say. Playing Farzaan has been an overwhelming experience, but mostly enriching and a learning process. I believe learning is constant, and working with such an esteemed set of professionals just motivates you to give it your all and work harder. What can you tell us about your character in Knock Knock Kaun Hai and what made you say yes to this role? The character arc and how vital it was. I knew I wanted something like this, where my character either conveys an important message or brings a drastic change in the story. Also, the chills, I'll never forget it. On the reading day, I was ecstatic. The mystery of Knock Knock was lovely. You're starring opposite Aadhya Anand in this project. How was the experience working with her and what kind of dynamic can we expect between your characters? Working with Aadhya was extremely fun as she brought a lot of light on the set. Working on a long format brings the entire cast and crew closer together, which helps build the project strongly. She has been of great help. I will always acknowledge and remember her guidance. You can watch the show to see how the chemistry fits in. You also have a part in Metro… In Dino, a film that already has a lot of buzz. Can you share a bit about your role and what excites you the most about being part of this ensemble? My character is a working corporate executive. Managing work & relationships and making sure he gives it all in what he's got to do. The storyline I am involved in revolves primarily around Sara Ali Khan and Aditya Roy Kapur. Working with this starcast and getting a chance to meet and speak to them, is all what excited me initially if I'm being honest. How was it working with Aditya Roy Kapur and Sara Ali Khan? It was a great experience because I got to learn a lot about the process of making films and what goes into understanding them. They are extremely humble human beings and it was a joy sharing the screen with them. Did you even fear being overshadowed by the cast of Metro…In Dino? Never did a thought come in my mind about being overshadowed by the star cast of Metro In Dino, they are extremely talented actors of our country and I have only had a beautiful experience with them. I feel my journey has just begun. I only have to learn and never did I get any such thought coming into my mind. What do you look for in a script or character before saying yes to a project? I look for ideas to discover more sides into the shade of a character. The character must speak to me like it's calling out to me. It challenges me to learn more about the craft. A good dynamic. Maybe a twist. A curve in the story. Maybe portraying an important message across. They are very different mediums. Long-form shows are more in-depth as the days are longer. In films, the days are shorter. There's more to the story in shows. I love both the platforms. I'd love to discover it more to have an opinion on them. Working with a stellar starcast and how the audiences' belief and trust over my last few projects is projected as confidence in the performance of my upcoming film. First Published:
