‘He Is Hot’: Rumer Willis’ New Boyfriend Draws Mixed Reactions from Fans

The public is buzzing over Rumer Willis’ new boyfriend after the duo was recently spotted packing on the PDA (Public Display of Affection). Their romance follows the star’s confirmation of the end of her previous relationship.

Famous actress Rumer Willis has seemingly moved on from her ex-boyfriend Derek Richard Thomas with a dashing firefighter. She and her reported new mystery man were spotted cozying up in public, and photos of the duo have prompted an array of online comments. While many are gushing over the firefighter, others have urged Willis to run for the hills.

Fan comment about Rumer Willis’ rumored new boyfriend, posted on September 16, 2024 | Source: Instagram/backgrid_usa

In photos shared online, Willis, who donned a pretty blue dress and dark shades, was seen hugging and kissing the mystery fireman, who sported a dark blue firefighter shirt and navy joggers. The pair was photographed sharing such sweet moments outside of a fire station.

Upon seeing images of Willis and the first responder, social media users took to online platforms to swoon over the dark-haired firefighter with a thick mustache. “Well he is hot,” remarked a fan on Instagram, while another gushed, “Everyone needs a firefighter .”

While the timeline of when exactly the ex-couple broke up is unknown, Willis’ 36th birthday post seemed to allude to their split before she confirmed their breakup.

“A firefighter  very good [choice] ,” commended another admirer. Drawing a physical comparison between the mystery man and a famous actor and producer, someone else noted, “He looks like a young David Arquette.”

David Arquette at the 41st Annual Hollywood All-Star Charity Baseball Game in Los Angeles, California in 1999. | Source: Getty Images

On the other hand, some netizens think Willis should err on the side of caution when it comes to her rumored new beau.

“[Girl] run you’re too pretty to deal with a walking red flag,” warned an observer while another urged, “Someone tell her to RUN as fast as she can in the opposite direction!”

Rumer Willis spotted out in Los Angeles, California on August 3, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Willis’ public outing with the firefighter comes several weeks after “The House Bunny” star announced she and Thomas, who is the father of her daughter Louetta Isley, decided to part ways following at least two years together.

The actress confirmed their split via a since-expired Instagram Story. Willis had made a post prompting her followers to ask her anything they wanted to, and in response, one fan asked if she and Thomas were still an item. Replying to the question, Willis revealed, “Nope. I am single momming it and co-parenting.”

Rumer Willis posing for a picture with her daughter Louetta Isley Willis Thomas, posted on August 18, 2024 | Source: Instagram/rumerwillis

She then went on to boast about how grateful she is for her daughter, saying that the little girl is the best thing to happen in her life. “I’m forever grateful I was able to have the time in that relationship for her to come into my life,” highlighted Willis in the response.

Rumer Willis and Louetta Isley Willis Thomas sharing a sweet moment, posted on August 18, 2024 | Source: Instagram/rumerwillis

While the timeline of when exactly the ex-couple broke up is unknown, Willis’ 36th birthday post seemed to allude to their split before she confirmed their breakup. Her post, which was an emotional tribute dedicated to her baby, made no mention of Thomas.

Rumer Willis having fun with Louetta Isley Willis Thomas, posted on August 18, 2024 | Source: Instagram/rumerwillis

After gushing over her daughter as her soulmate and the love of her life, Willis disclosed, “I wrote some lyrics to a song that I’m working on and they have never felt more true. ‘A voice rose up from my soul, to tell me that I can let go, and show me what I already know. That I have always been whole.’”

Continuing, Willis divulged, “So I’m letting go of everything and anything that no longer serves me […] Just you and me kid, it’s all magic. I’m so lucky I get to share life with you.”

Before they broke up, Willis and Thomas, who is a producer and musician, were first romantically linked in 2022 after the actress posted about him on May 28 (2022). Later that same year, Thomas also took to social media to pen some heartfelt words dedicated to Willis that expressed his deep gratitude for having her in his life.

Rumer Willis and Derek Richard Thomas at the Opening of ESPRIT LA Pop-Up in Los Angeles, California on November 16, 2022 | Source: Getty Images

By the end of 2022, the ex-couple had confirmed they were expecting their daughter, whom Rumer Willis gave birth to in April 2023. She had a home birth, which she described as a “wild” experience.