On Monday, Jason Momoa took to Instagram to introduce his new girlfriend to the world, sparking a whirlwind of attention across social media. The announcement comes after a period of subtle hints from the 44-year-old actor about a romance that has been quietly developing.
While some fans might be taken aback by the news, those closely following Momoa may have noticed the signs. The actor first met his new love interest, a 32-year-old actress, on the set of the 2021 Netflix film Sweet Girl. At the time, he was still married to his wife, Lisa Bonet. However, the situation is more complex than it appears at first glance.
Despite being separated for over five years, Momoa and Bonet were legally married until recently. Their separation became official on October 7, 2020, but the couple had been living apart long before that. Therefore, when sparks flew between Momoa and Arjona, there was no overlap with his marriage.
Bonet officially filed for divorce on January 8 of this year, and their divorce was finalized amicably the very next day. With the legal matters settled, Momoa felt free to express his love openly, which he did with a series of photos from their recent trip to Japan.
In the Instagram post, Momoa affectionately referred to Arjona as “mi amor,” a term of endearment that clearly reflected the depth of his feelings. The post included several sweet snapshots of the couple, but one image, in particular, caught the attention of fans. The photo captured a tender moment between the two, with Arjona’s hand resting gently on Momoa’s arm as he held her close—a clear display of their affectionate relationship.
In his caption, Momoa wrote, “Japan, you are a dream come true; you blew my mind.” He went on to express gratitude for everyone who welcomed them, allowing them to create new memories with both old and new friends. The actor also mentioned their shared adventures, including “motorcycles and chaos on the road,” signing off with a heartfelt “My sincere regards, J.”
While Arjona married lawyer Edgardo Canales in 2019, little is known about the details of their split or whether they formally divorced. Despite the recent developments, it seems that Arjona has quickly become a part of Momoa’s life, even earning the approval of his stepdaughter, Zoë Kravitz. Kravitz chose Arjona to direct Blink Twice, a film featuring Channing Tatum that hit theaters on August 23.
As Kravitz and Tatum are now engaged, it’s expected that the wedding will be a grand affair, possibly attended by Momoa, Bonet, and Lenny Kravitz.
Momoa and Bonet’s relationship began in 2005, and they eventually tied the knot in October 2017 after 13 years together. The couple shares two children: 16-year-old daughter Lola and 15-year-old son Nakoa-Wolf. Despite their separation, they continue to co-parent privately.
In January 2022, Momoa and Bonet publicly announced their split on Instagram, citing the pressures and changes brought on by the tumultuous times as reasons for their decision. Their joint statement emphasized that while the news was significant to their family, they chose to share it to maintain their integrity and truthfulness as they moved forward separately.
