Tom Cruise sparks romance rumors with 25-year-old singer Victoria Canal
What's the story
Hollywood actor Tom Cruise, 62, has reportedly kindled a romantic relationship with Spanish singer Victoria Canal, 25. The pair initially met at the Glastonbury festival in England earlier this year where Canal performed alongside Coldplay. Cruise was spotted observing from the VIP area. Recently, their friendship took a romantic turn when Cruise invited Canal to the set of Mission: Impossible 8, an act described as "bizarre" by crew members due to its rarity.
Set visit
Cruise's unusual invitation to Canal on movie set
Cruise's invitation to Canal onto the set of Mission: Impossible 8 in Oxfordshire was seen as unusual by crew members. An insider told The Sun, "Tom invited Victoria to watch him film for the whole day and that is just not something he does for his random friends." This move has fueled speculation about their relationship status, given Cruise's known discretion when it comes to his personal life.
Public sightings
Cruise and Canal's public outings fuel romance speculation
Despite a 37-year age difference, Cruise and Canal appear to be inseparable. Canal has shared several photos of her with Cruise on social media recently, including a selfie at the Twisters premiere. Days after their initial meeting at Glastonbury, Canal accompanied Cruise to the premiere in London and joined him for a helicopter ride to the event. The pair were later seen strolling through London together, sharing laughter.
Shared moments
Helicopter rides and concerts: Cruise and Canal's shared experiences
Helicopter rides seem to have become a routine for Cruise and Canal, as they were spotted at Battersea Power Station's helipad in London. Onlookers noticed Cruise helping Canal with her coat before their flight. The pair also attended Bruce Springsteen's sold-out concert at Wembley Stadium together. Canal posted a photo of herself with Springsteen and Cruise on Instagram, humorously referring to Cruise as "the most random friend I've ever made."
Rising star
Victoria Canal: Rising star in the music industry
Victoria Canal, born without her right forearm due to amniotic band syndrome, released her first EP in 2022. Her hit track Swan Song garnered praise from Coldplay's Chris Martin, who called it "one of the best songs ever written." Martin subsequently invited Canal onstage during Coldplay's set at Glastonbury and signed her to his record label, Parlophone. Canal is preparing for a Europe and North America tour following the recent release of her single California Sober.