Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Bailey turned heads on Monday, June 23, at the New York premiere of their latest film, Jurassic World Rebirth.
Joined by co-stars Mahershala Ali and Rupert Friend, the duo made a fashionable and affectionate appearance that got fans buzzing.
Red Carpet Kiss Sparks Conversation
The Marvel actress and the Bridgerton star sparked excitement when they shared a brief kiss on the lips during the event. While some were surprised, Bailey offered a heartfelt explanation.
“I believe in being able to show love in all different ways,” he told Entertainment Tonight. “And if you can’t kiss your friends… life’s too short not to.”
Johansson, 40, stunned in an elegant ivory gown adorned with delicate floral appliqués. The fitted dress included chiffon panels and a corseted bodice, cinched at the waist with a soft fabric belt that highlighted its intricate structure.
What Is The Internet Worried?
Why are they kissing when sis is married to a 10?? Colin Jost is my guy.
— James Ford (@jamoe007) June 24, 2025
Is she not married 👀and he not dating someone
— 𝓢𝓲𝔂𝓪 🫧 (@SiyaMngonyama1) June 24, 2025
Don’t get me wrong but you are married LOL.
— Raghu Seetharaman (@rags751) June 24, 2025
She is cheating because she’s married
— ⎊TheMarvelGenius⎊ (@XYZ_ASparks2013) June 24, 2025
Not Their First On-Camera Kiss
This wasn’t the first time the two showed affection during a promotional event. On June 17, at the world premiere in London, Johansson and Bailey shared another quick kiss, again catching fans’ attention.
Despite speculation, there’s no romance brewing—Bailey is openly gay and Johansson has been happily married to comedian Colin Jost for four years.
Jonathan Bailey Reflects on Representation and Career Challenges
In a candid interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Bailey opened up about the pressures of being an openly gay actor leading a major Hollywood film.
“There’s moments where, yes, you have to be excellent to prove that you can do it,” he shared. “There’s the weight of history. And there’s endless brilliant people who have come before you who have changed the way that people see sexuality.”
He emphasized that prejudice against sexuality is still something to challenge, adding, “What better way to do that than to go and play any kind of character?”
About Jurassic World Rebirth
Set five years after the events of Jurassic World Dominion (2022), the new film follows covert ops expert Zora (played by Johansson), who embarks on a secret mission to secure the DNA of the world’s largest surviving dinosaurs.
Her team’s mission collides with a civilian family’s boating accident caused by aggressive aquatic dinosaurs. Together, they end up stranded on a mysterious island where they uncover a long-buried, world-changing secret.
