It’s the kind of romance nobody saw coming — a pairing so unexpected, so wildly mismatched on paper, that when the whispers started in late July, even the most seasoned Hollywood insiders thought it was just another on-set publicity stunt.

But now, multiple sources have confirmed it: Pamela Anderson, the eternally sun-kissed “Baywatch” bombshell, and Liam Neeson, the gravel-voiced Oscar nominee and action legend of “Taken” fame, are officially dating.

And this isn’t just a friendly dinner or two. This is the real thing.

“They’re smitten — you can see it in the way they look at each other,” one source close to the couple told People. “It’s early days, but there’s a genuine spark. And they’re not hiding it anymore.”

The romance reportedly began while filming the upcoming comedy reboot of The Naked Gun, a slapstick detective spoof where Neeson plays the bumbling lead and Anderson steps into the femme fatale role. And somewhere between pratfalls and punchlines, the two discovered a shared rhythm — one that had nothing to do with the script.

FROM JOKES TO GENUINE FEELINGS

By all accounts, the chemistry was instantaneous. Crew members describe moments between takes where the pair would wander off to a quiet corner of the set, laughing at inside jokes nobody else could quite understand.

“They were like two kids in detention, constantly teasing each other,” said one production assistant. “Liam would do these ridiculous impressions just to make her laugh, and Pamela would roll her eyes — but you could tell she loved it. There was a glow about her.”

Neeson, 73, isn’t known for public displays of affection or for letting cameras see behind his famously private life. Anderson, 58, has been in the public eye for decades, her romantic history splashed across tabloids. But on this set, they met somewhere in the middle — both silly, both guarded, both unexpectedly vulnerable.

“They discovered this shared silliness,” Neeson admitted during an appearance on the Today show this week. “It was great to be with this lady. Every day was a joy.”

A RED CARPET REVEAL

The rumors hit overdrive when the pair stepped out together at the Naked Gun premiere in London last week. Dressed in a satin blue gown with sheer black gloves, Anderson was photographed leaning in to give Neeson a kiss on the cheek.

It was a fleeting moment, but in the celebrity world, a kiss — even a quick, chaste one — can set off a thousand headlines.

And then came New York. On Monday night, the couple walked the red carpet for the film’s U.S. premiere — this time with their children by their sides. Neeson brought his sons Micheál, 30, and Daniel, 28, from his late wife Natasha Richardson, while Anderson arrived with her sons Brandon, 29, and Dylan, 27, from her marriage to rock drummer Tommy Lee.

To those watching, it wasn’t just two stars promoting a movie. It looked like a family blending.

THE GHOSTS OF THE PAST

For both Anderson and Neeson, the road to this romance has been marked by heartbreak.

Neeson’s wife, actress Natasha Richardson, died tragically in 2009 after a skiing accident in Canada. In the years since, Neeson has spoken sparingly about love, telling interviewers last year that he was done dating.

Anderson has weathered her own storms — five divorces, including high-profile splits from Tommy Lee, Kid Rock, and Rick Salomon. In 2022, she ended her marriage to Dan Hayhurst after just over a year.

If anything, these scars seem to have drawn them closer.

“They’ve both known loss, and they’ve both been through public relationship breakdowns,” a friend of Anderson’s told Page Six. “There’s a deep empathy there. I think they understand each other in a way that’s rare in this business.”

KEEPING IT PRIVATE — FOR NOW

Despite the public displays of affection, both Anderson and Neeson are cautious about labeling their relationship.

On Today, when asked point-blank if they were dating, Neeson smiled and said, “We have a lovely budding chemistry.” Anderson, sitting beside him, just laughed and added, “We’re having fun. That’s all we’re going to say.”

Behind the scenes, though, those close to them believe this is more than just a fling.

“Liam’s always been drawn to strong, charismatic women, and Pamela has this warmth that’s impossible to ignore,” said a mutual acquaintance. “She’s not just the sex symbol the world remembers — she’s funny, smart, and she’s been through enough to know exactly what she wants. And Liam? He’s an old-school romantic. He’s not playing games.”

A LOOK BACK AT THE BEGINNING

Insiders trace the first sparks to a long night shoot in Vancouver last fall. The cast was filming an elaborate chase scene that required multiple takes, fake rain, and endless camera resets. Between takes, Anderson and Neeson huddled under the same umbrella, talking quietly while the crew scrambled around them.

“Nobody could hear what they were saying, but the body language was undeniable,” one lighting technician recalled. “Pam had her hand on Liam’s arm the whole time. They looked… comfortable. Really comfortable.”

By the time the production wrapped, Neeson was telling friends he’d become “madly in love” with his co-star.

WHY IT WORKS

In an industry where age gaps, mismatched lifestyles, and clashing schedules often doom celebrity romances, Neeson and Anderson seem to have found a rhythm that works.

They’re both seasoned enough to avoid the pitfalls of overexposure. They both value their privacy. And perhaps most importantly, they’re both willing to laugh at themselves — a skill that’s essential when your love story begins on the set of a slapstick comedy.

“They’re silly together, and that’s the magic,” said the source close to the couple. “Pam brings out a lighter side of Liam that the public never gets to see. And Liam makes Pam feel grounded in a way she hasn’t felt in years.”

THE ROAD AHEAD

For now, the pair are focused on promoting The Naked Gun and enjoying each other’s company without overthinking what comes next.

“[We decided], ‘This is nice, let’s not mull this, let’s just let it breathe,’” Neeson explained. “So that’s what we’re doing.”

Still, fans can’t help but wonder: could this be the beginning of Hollywood’s next great love story?

If you ask the people who’ve seen them together, the answer seems clear.

“They light up around each other,” said a crew member. “If this isn’t love yet, it’s heading there.”

And maybe that’s what makes this story so captivating — in a town where everything feels manufactured, this connection seems, against all odds, real.

Disclaimer: Some details in this article are based on entertainment industry sources and cannot be independently verified. This feature is intended for human-interest and entertainment purposes only.