All About Jason Bard Yarmosky, Katie Holmes’s Boyfriend

THE RUNDOWN

• Jason Bard Yarmosky is a contemporary artist.
• He and Holmes first sparked dating rumors in July 2026, with People later confirming they are romantically involved.
• His paintings have been exhibited in museums, galleries, and public art installations around the world.

Katie Holmes has a new romance brewing.

On July 10, Holmes was photographed holding hands with New York artist Jason Bard Yarmosky as they arrived at a screening of The Invite, hosted by The Cinema Society in East Hampton. An eyewitness told People that the pair was affectionate throughout the evening.

A few days later, the two stepped out together again in New York City, where they were photographed walking arm in arm after dinner.

On July 22, sources confirmed to People that the pair is romantically involved, and days later they made their first public appearance together as a couple at a Ferragamo dinner in Bridgehampton.

Here’s everything to know about the artist and his history with Holmes.

Holmes and Yarmosky first fueled dating rumors when they attended a July 10 screening of The Invite in East Hampton.

They were photographed holding hands as they arrived and were affectionate inside.

An eyewitness told People that Yarmosky “was whispering in her ear, and she was laughing, they seemed very easy together, and there was a smile on her face all night.”

The source added, “They sat together during the movie; she had her head on his shoulder at one point. They looked very cute.”

A few days later, Holmes and Yarmosky were photographed hugging as they walked to dinner in New York City.

Sources confirmed to People that Holmes and Yarmosky were dating on July 22, and the outlet referred to him as her boyfriend. “Katie has always been drawn to people who are creative,” an insider said. “She loves being around people who are passionate about what they do. She enjoys learning and experiencing new things.”

On July 15, a source with direct knowledge told TMZ that Holmes and Yarmosky first met at a Tribeca Festival dinner in June. Holmes premiered her movie Happy Hours there, while Yarmosky was one of the artists in the 2026 Tribeca Festival Artist Awards Program.

People also reported that they met at a dinner and hit it off. A source close to Holmes told the outlet that they “went on a date shortly after, and she finds him interesting.”

Holmes and Yarmosky had another date night in New York City on July 21. They were seen holding hands as they arrived at SoHo Sessions, an event benefiting the Animal League that featured a performance by Sienna Spiro.

For the evening, Holmes wore a pink sleeveless top tucked into high-waisted black trousers, while Yarmosky opted for a T-shirt and blue jeans.

On July 25, Holmes and Yarmosky made their first public appearance together as a couple at a Ferragamo dinner held at Topping Rose House in Bridgehampton.

Holmes chose a breezy sheer blouse and a fringed metallic skirt, adding black sling-backs and an orange handbag. Yarmosky complemented her in a navy sweater and matching wide-leg pants, styled with loafers and a red scarf.

When ELLE asked about their coordinated style, Holmes said, “I think we just have similar taste.”

The pair was also seen whispering and laughing together throughout the evening.

Holmes and Yarmosky attended the 2026 Guild Hall Summer gala on August 7, their first time walking an official red carpet. Holmes wore a strapless white Fforme gown with a ribbed texture. Yarmosky was in a black cardigan and slacks over a red shirt.