The actress and her new boyfriend enjoyed a sunny Lake Como getaway filled with boating, swimming, and sweet moments together.
September 7, 2026: Katie Holmes and her boyfriend, artist Jason Bard Yarmosky, are giving fans a glimpse into their romantic Italian getaway.
The couple shared a series of photos from their trip to Lake Como, showing Holmes relaxing in the sunshine, enjoying the water, and taking in the stunning scenery from a speedboat driven by Yarmosky.
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Katie Holmes and Jason Bard Yarmosky enjoy Lake Como
Yarmosky shared the vacation photos on Instagram on September 6, giving followers a peek at the couple’s time together in Italy. His carousel featured several candid moments of Holmes and Yarmosky enjoying the lake and surrounding landscape.
In one photo, Holmes is seen sunbathing on the back of the boat in a white bikini. Other images show her relaxing on the vessel, smiling at the camera, and enjoying the water.
Yarmosky also appeared behind the wheel of the speedboat as the couple took in the views around Lake Como.
The artist captioned the carousel, “Life is a friend of art.”
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Holmes makes the most of the Italian sunshine
The getaway appeared to be filled with plenty of relaxed vacation moments.
Holmes was photographed swimming in the lake and making a heart shape with her hands while in the water. Another photo showed the actress laughing and enjoying herself on the boat, while an evening shot captured the couple together as the sun went down behind them.
She also posed in a plunging black dress against the dramatic mountainous backdrop, adding a more dressed-up moment to the otherwise laid-back vacation photos.
The actress, 47, appeared relaxed throughout the carousel as she and Yarmosky took advantage of the late-summer scenery.
Their relationship is officially Instagram public
The Lake Como trip comes shortly after Holmes and Yarmosky made their relationship Instagram official.
On September 1, Holmes celebrated Yarmosky’s birthday by sharing two photos of them together. In one, the couple smiled while standing close together, with Holmes holding him around the waist.
“Happy Birthday to the best of the best…❤️,” Holmes wrote in the caption.
Yarmosky’s birthday post came after the pair had already been photographed together on several occasions throughout the summer.
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How Katie Holmes and Jason Bard Yarmosky met
Holmes and Yarmosky were first linked in July after being spotted together at a screening of Olivia Wilde’s The Invite in East Hampton, New York.
An onlooker told PEOPLE at the time that the pair appeared comfortable together, with Yarmosky whispering in Holmes’ ear and the actress laughing. They were also seen sitting together during the movie, with Holmes resting her head on his shoulder.
The two were later photographed holding hands and sharing a kiss during a July 21 date night at a private Soho Sessions concert in New York City.
According to a source cited by PEOPLE, Holmes and Yarmosky initially met at a dinner and went on a date shortly afterward. The source described Holmes as someone who has long been attracted to creative people and said she enjoys being around people who are passionate about their work.
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Who is Jason Bard Yarmosky?
Yarmosky is a New York-based artist whose work explores themes including aging, time and memory.
He graduated from the School of Visual Arts in New York in 2010, and his artwork has been exhibited in museums and galleries internationally.
His relationship with Holmes marks one of the actress’s first widely publicized romances since her previous high-profile relationships.
Holmes was previously married to Tom Cruise from 2006 until their divorce in 2012. The former couple share daughter Suri Cruise.
A romantic summer for the new couple
Before heading to Italy, Holmes and Yarmosky were photographed together at several New York and Hamptons events.
They attended a Michael Kors Collection 45th-anniversary dinner in East Hampton in August, where photographs showed them holding hands and looking at each other while posing at the event.
Their Lake Como vacation now offers an even more intimate look at their relationship, with the pair appearing to enjoy a quieter side of their summer away from the New York social scene.
For Holmes, the Italian getaway appears to be about keeping things simple: sunshine, water, art, and quality time with her new boyfriend.
FAQs
Who is Katie Holmes dating?
Katie Holmes is dating New York-based artist Jason Bard Yarmosky. The couple were first linked in July 2026 and have since made their relationship public on social media.
Where did Katie Holmes and Jason Bard Yarmosky vacation?
The couple vacationed in Lake Como, Italy, where they enjoyed boating, swimming and relaxing in the sun.
Did Jason Bard Yarmosky drive the boat?
Yes. Photos from their Lake Como vacation showed Yarmosky steering the speedboat while Holmes relaxed and enjoyed the scenery.
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