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Published 10:56 18 May 2026 GMT
Pamela Anderson has hinted at a possible new Hollywood romance.
It's only been a matter of months since the former Baywatch star admitted that she had been dating fellow actor Liam Neeson, but she seems ready to move on.
Anderson, 58, has made her big comeback into the mainstream after appearances in titles such as The Last Showgirl and The Naked Gun in the past few years.
She even had a brief fling with her co-star from the latter in Neeson, previously explaining what happened during the unexpected, whirlwind romance.
Anderson said of the 72-year-old at the time to PEOPLE: “If you must know, Liam and I were romantically involved for a short while, but only after we finished filming.”
She only admitted this after the fact, as she spoke about sharing "an intimate week," but she said the pair are better off as friends.
Now, her eyes are reportedly set on someone else.
According to a source, the actress is “making room for love in her life” after rumors started to swirl about a love sparking between her and Tom Cruise.
The source further told the Daily Mail that she is ready for love once more after “a few busy years proving herself” in the film industry.
Apparently, Cruise, 63, became interested after being impressed by her performance in The Last Showgirl, as a source told the National Enquirer: “The movie got people to see Pam in a very different light, including Tom,
“They’ve been in touch ever since.”
They added that there was “definitely a spark” between the two actors, adding: “People have noticed it and mentioned it to Tom.”
A video has gone viral online, showing Anderson leaving the New York City hotel Surrey, moments before Cruise walked out of the building.
This sighting took place shortly after the Met Gala, as paparazzi and fans were crowded outside the doors of the hotel.
The stars sparked romance speculation after their chemistry was put on display while promoting The Naked Gun in 2025.
Despite the “real feelings” and cozy vibes, the pair never pursued a full-blown relationship. Both stars had busy film schedules ahead of them, and ultimately decided to go their separate ways professionally and personally.
“We went our separate ways to work on other films,” Anderson confirmed.
But their chemistry didn’t fade entirely. The duo reunited months later to promote The Naked Gun reboot, setting off more speculation with affectionate red carpet poses and playful gestures.
At one event, Anderson was even caught applying her Sonsie lip balm to Neeson’s lips during a TV appearance on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen - a viral moment fans couldn’t get enough of.
“We were having fun,” Anderson admitted, describing their connection as “a little bit like a Nancy Meyers film.”
She also responded to suggestions that their closeness was a publicity stunt. “A publicity stunt? This is real. We have real feelings.”
Despite the brief nature of their romantic connection, Anderson made it clear her affection for Neeson runs deep.
“I adore Liam, but we are better friends, in full honesty.”
During their time together, Anderson says the pair fell into a cozy routine.
They visited a small French restaurant where Neeson introduced her as “the future Mrs. Neeson,” a moment she recalls with a mix of humor and affection.
At his country home, she even did a bit of gardening. “I tended to a rosebush overgrown with mint,” she said. “I was happy to help, and he appreciated it.”
One moment in particular has stayed with her: Neeson, wearing nothing but his bathrobe, chasing a bear away from the kitchen window during breakfast.
Anderson described the week as “romantic” but also surreal, noting that both returned to their respective film commitments shortly after.
“We went our separate ways to work on other films,” she said.
