Actress Katie Holmes and New York artist Jason Bard Yarmosky were seen holding hands during a recent outing in East Hampton [1].

The appearance has sparked widespread relationship rumors regarding the pair, marking a rare public sighting of Holmes with a potential new partner.

The two attended a screening of the film “The Invite,” directed by Olivia Wilde, on July 10, 2026 [1], [2]. The event took place in East Hampton, New York [2], [3]. Witnesses said that the couple appeared comfortable throughout the evening.

"They seemed very easy together," a source said [4]. The source said that Holmes appeared happy during the date, stating, "She had a smile on her face all night" [4].

Homes and Yarmosky were observed maintaining physical contact as they stepped out for the night [1], [3]. While neither party has issued a formal statement regarding their relationship status, the public display of affection in the Hamptons has drawn significant attention from observers and media outlets [1], [4].

Bard Yarmosky is a New York-based artist [1], [4]. The screening of Wilde's project served as the backdrop for the outing, which has since become a focal point for those tracking the actress's personal life [1], [3].

“They seemed very easy together.”

The public appearance suggests a potential new romantic relationship for Holmes. By choosing a high-profile event like a film screening in the Hamptons, the pair has effectively signaled their connection to the public, though the lack of official confirmation keeps the relationship in the realm of speculation.