Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson, a friendship tested by life

In the lead-up to the premiere of the documentary “Brunello, il visionario garbato” on April 14, 2026, at the David Koch Theatre in the Lincoln Center in New York, Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson were seen together on the red carpet, sharing smiles and laughter. The two actors, who were on-screen and then real-life partners before becoming just friends, seemed to have maintained a strong bond.

Back in 1997, Holmes and Jackson met on the set of the beloved series “Dawson’s Creek,” along with Michelle Williams and James Van Der Beek. Their chemistry quickly blossomed, leading to a year-long relationship after the show’s launch in January 1998.

During an interview with Rolling Stone magazine, Holmes reflected on their romance, describing it as her first love and an unforgettable experience. Jackson also fondly spoke about their relationship during an appearance on “Late Night With Conan O’Brien” in 2006.

Despite Holmes’s marriage to Tom Cruise from 2006 to 2012, during which they had a daughter named Suri Cruise, she and Jackson maintained sporadic contact. In July 2025, they reunited on the set of “Happy Hours,” a film directed and written by Holmes, marking the start of a trilogy. Jackson described the experience as “almost magical” during an interview on the “Today” show in March 2026.

Their friendship, which has spanned several years, was rekindled, leading to a collaborative effort with mutual appreciation. Holmes expressed her gratitude to Jackson for the opportunity to work together again, calling it a dream come true, in an Instagram post on April 16, 2026.