Katie Holmes Turns Heads in Champagne Gown at Premiere, Igniting Buzz Over Sweet Moment with Ex — Photos

"It's like a shorthand that we quickly realize still exists." The actress was talking about a former co-star and ex. But after the pair reunited at the "Happy Hours" premiere, fans became convinced the photos revealed exactly what she meant.

Katie Holmes attended the June 6 premiere in New York City wearing a flowing champagne-colored satin gown as she celebrated the debut of the romantic dramedy she wrote, directed, and stars in. Standing beside her was a very familiar face — someone she first met nearly 30 years ago and once dated during one of television's most beloved teen dramas.

Their reunion has captivated fans for months, but after seeing them together at the premiere, many people suddenly had a lot more to say.

A Reunion Fans Have Been Waiting Decades to See

The premiere marked the latest chapter in Holmes' long-awaited onscreen reunion with her former co-star. In a recent interview with People, Holmes acknowledged just how much time had passed since they last worked together.

"We hadn't worked together in 25 years, and we've changed a lot," she said.

The actress admitted she was surprised by the intense public fascination surrounding their reunion, explaining that neither of them fully realized the lasting impact their earlier work had on audiences.

Holmes shared similar thoughts in a Variety interview, where she revealed that she specifically wanted "Happy Hours" to stand apart from their past success.

"We also wanted to give ourselves the space to show different sides of ourselves and to not portray these people we're known for," she explained. Despite the years apart, Holmes said they quickly slipped back into a familiar rhythm while filming. "We've always done well working off one another." That connection appears to have extended well beyond the movie set.

Fans Could Not Stop Talking About One Detail

According to HELLO! Canada, Holmes, and her former boyfriend, Joshua Jackson, looked especially close throughout the premiere, with the actor sweetly holding her hand during an interview.

Almost immediately, social media viewers began dissecting every glance, smile, and interaction captured during the event. "The way they look AT EACH OTHER... 😍," one commenter wrote. "There are married couples who don’t look at each other like that," another person observed.

"OMG THE EYE CONTACT!!" a third fan exclaimed. For some viewers, the chemistry seemed impossible to ignore. "Why, why aren't they together?? 😮 The chemistry is off the charts. They're obviously crazy about each other. Come on already! 🤩🤩" one commenter wrote.

Another fan focused on a particularly affectionate moment, writing, "HE'S HOLDING. HER HAND. TO HIS HEART." One social media fan summed up the mood by commenting, "Whether they are romantically together or not, the love between them is real."

And while the conversation surrounding their apparent chemistry dominated much of the discussion, it was not the only topic generating attention.

Another Detail in the Photos Sparked Questions

As images from the premiere continued to circulate online, some fans focused on Holmes' appearance. The actress wore a champagne satin gown featuring floral lace accents, puff sleeves, and a flowing silhouette that draped elegantly to the floor.

While many praised the look, others began speculating whether the dress concealed a baby bump. One commenter asked, "Is she pregnant? Her belly looks a bit like a baby bump, and her belly button reminds me of what you often see during pregnancy."

Another person simply wrote, "Looks pregnant." A third fan shared, "I genuinely think she's trying to hide pregnancy. She looks amazing regardless." Holmes has not publicly addressed the speculation.

Why the Reunion Means So Much to Fans

Part of the fascination surrounding the pair stems from the history they share. The actors famously dated during the early years of "Dawson's Creek" before remaining friends long after the series ended. In "Happy Hours," they once again play former sweethearts whose lives reconnect years later.

The parallels have not gone unnoticed among longtime fans. Yet Holmes has emphasized that the project is very much its own story. The film follows Liz, a recently divorced photographer, and Andrew, a travel writer who broke her heart years earlier, before unexpectedly re-entering her life.

Holmes has even suggested that "Happy Hours" could become the first installment in a larger trilogy exploring love at different stages of adulthood.

Why Everyone Is Talking About These Photos

For now, however, much of the conversation remains focused on the premiere itself. Whether fans were analyzing every glance shared between the former couple or speculating about Katie Holmes' appearance, the premiere produced exactly the kind of buzz that few red-carpet events manage to generate.

And judging by the flood of online reactions, many people believe the most interesting part of the evening was not found in any interview — but in the photos themselves.