Penelope Cruz Supports Her Friend

The Spanish star told London’s Daily Mirror on Sunday that she is comforting the French actor during this tough time.  She said, "Olivier and I have been friends for seven years. We are very close."

Cruz added, "You can understand it’s a difficult time for him right now, so I have been there for him to offer support. And it was lovely seeing him the other day – it has been such a long time."

The pretty brunette actress denies rumours that she is romantically involved, although the two stars were spotted in an embrace on February 4 in Los Angeles.

Olivier Martinez and Kylie Minogue ended their four-year relationship at the beginning of this month.