Tom Cruise pilots helicopter for Ana de Armas London birthday trip amid dating claims

He’s known for doing his own stunts, and now it seems Tom Cruise is adding ‘personal pilot for Ana de Armas’ to his list.

But what’s really going on between these two Hollywood megastars?

Birthday Strolls and Helicopter Rides

Tom Cruise, 62, and Ana de Armas were spotted enjoying a casual walk through a London park together.

The timing was notable – it happened on Wednesday, April 30th, which just so happened to be the ‘Knives Out’ star’s 37th birthday.

Photos and video captured by onlookers showed the pair chatting casually on the park path.

Cruise sported a white polo and dark jeans, while de Armas opted for a light tee, jeans, and white trainers. Cruise was seen holding a dog leash, and de Armas’s dog Salsa appeared to be trotting alongside them, accompanied by another woman and security guards.

Taking to the Skies

The birthday park walk wasn’t their only recent London outing together.

Just the day before her birthday, the duo were photographed disembarking from a helicopter – reportedly flown by Cruise himself.

Images showed de Armas smiling as she walked on the helipad, holding her other dog, Elvis. Cruise, beaming, followed behind carrying a backpack.

A source speaking to People magazine suggested they were “maybe” celebrating de Armas’s birthday together.

A Pattern Emerges?

These weren’t isolated incidents. The pair have been seen together multiple times in London over the past few months, inevitably fueling romance rumours.

Two weeks before the birthday sightings, on April 13, they were again spotted deplaning Cruise’s helicopter in London after a flight from Madrid, Spain.

De Armas was again seen with her dogs, Elvis and Salsa.

The speculation really kicked off earlier this year when they were first photographed together on February 13th, the night before Valentine’s Day.

They were seen walking in London’s Soho neighbourhood, with de Armas carrying what looked like takeout food, before reportedly sharing a taxi.

Just Friends or Something More?

Despite the cosy-looking outings and convenient timing, sources close to the stars have consistently attempted to pour cold water on the dating rumours.

Regarding the pre-Valentine’s Day dinner, a source told People magazine they dined with their agents.

They were “discussing potential collaborations down the line.” The insider claimed Cruise and de Armas “appeared to have no romantic connection” and were “just friends.”

Representatives for both actors did not immediately respond to requests for comment regarding the latest birthday sightings.

The Collaboration Clue

So, if it’s not romance, what brings Maverick and the Bond girl together so often?

The recurring explanation from insiders points towards a professional collaboration.

Following the April 13th helicopter sighting, a source told People the pair are not romantically involved and were accompanied on the trip by director Doug Liman (known for ‘Edge of Tomorrow’ and ‘Mr. & Mrs. Smith’).

This source reiterated that Cruise and de Armas are working on a new project together, although details remain tightly under wraps.

Liman was also reportedly present during the March 14th helicopter arrival in London, further suggesting a work connection.

Action Heroes Unite?

It’s no surprise the two might collaborate, given their action movie credentials.

De Armas, who starred in ‘No Time to Die’ and the upcoming ‘John Wick’ spinoff ‘Ballerina’ (out June 6), has previously expressed admiration for Cruise’s dedication to stunts.

Speaking to USA Today in 2023 about her own action roles, she said:

“It’s demanding and painful, and your body is hurting everywhere, but it’s also very rewarding as I saw myself getting better at it… Besides, it’s fun. And if I just go say my lines and someone else does the stunts, I’m missing that fun.”

She specifically acknowledged Cruise’s legendary status:

“I’m not at a Tom Cruise level yet. But I can appreciate what he does 100% now, and I totally get why he does it. He’s so mind-blowing.”

Cruise, meanwhile, continues his reign as an action icon, producing and starring in the upcoming ‘Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning,’ set for release on May 23.

While sources insist it’s strictly professional, the frequent sightings and Cruise’s personal piloting duties mean the dating rumours surrounding these two stars likely won’t die down anytime soon.