Jessica Alba’s Surprising New Love Story With Danny Ramirez Heats Up After Divorce

Following her split from Cash Warren earlier this year, Jessica Alba has begun a new chapter.

Alba, seemingly dating "Top Gun" star Danny Ramirez, appears to be exploring love with warmth and caution.

Known for following her heart, she’s now in the headlines again, and insiders say her romance with Ramirez has “taken a surprising turn,” signaling a more meaningful connection.

In a chat with the Daily Mail, an insider revealed, “Jessica's romance with Danny has taken a surprising turn. What started out as a summer fling feels like it's getting more serious, although she still wants to take things slow.”

The insider added, “But at the end of the day Jessica has never been one to play the field. She's excited to see where this romance is headed.”

That careful pacing is clear in their recent date night photos obtained by the outlet.

At Italian restaurant Alba in Los Angeles, Alba, 44, smiled widely while sitting in the passenger seat, as Ramirez, 32, focused on navigating the evening. The pair's easy chemistry suggested that this wasn’t merely a retail romance but could be something deeper.

While the relationship began casually, it now appears to be blossoming.

The duo enjoyed a relaxed evening, with Jessica Alba giving off radiant charm, sporting French-tip nails, gold earrings, and a glossy lip. Meanwhile, Danny Ramirez donned a denim jacket and cap.

The pictures showed them grinning, exchanging warmth in private before taking off.

The pair's exit was candid as Alba's smile, which lingered for a moment longer, showed just how much fun she was having with Ramirez. On the other hand, Ramirez returned to his focused demeanor.

Observers note the night felt natural and low-key, rather than staged or over-the-top.

Though close to advancing in their relationship, insiders stress Alba isn’t rushing.

One source shared earlier, “Danny is cool, a nice guy and he is enamored with her, but it is not exclusive.”

They continued, “She's not in that frame of mind. He has a chance to make something out of their connection, but she is taking it all in stride. Right now, she's looking to just have fun.”

Meanwhile, another source told PEOPLE that Alba has been dating, noting, "She’s been getting a lot of attention since the divorce."

They added, “She's gone on some dates, but it's nothing serious – she's focused on herself and her kids. She's not interested in a relationship right now.”

For now, it appears Alba is testing the water and enjoying the connection without full commitment, while guarding her heart after a decades-long marriage.

Alba’s path to this moment began earlier this year when she confirmed her separation from Warren in January, followed by a divorce filing in February.

The former couple tied the knot in 2008 after meeting on the set of "Fantastic Four," and share three children: Honor, 17; Haven, 13; and Hayes, 7.

Alba addressed her divorce publicly via Instagram, stating, “I’ve been on a journey of self-realization and transformation for years — both as an individual and in partnership with Cash. I’m proud of how we’ve grown as a couple and in our marriage over the last 20 years and it’s now time for us to embark on a new chapter of growth and evolution as individuals.”

She continued, “We are moving forward with love and kindness and respect for each other and will forever be family. Our children remain our highest priority and we request privacy at this time.”

Now, Alba appears ready for her next chapter.

Her Cancun getaway with Ramirez earlier this month hinted at romance, and now their recent date hints at a blossoming relationship, though she remains cautious.

Alba and Ramirez's latest outing came over a month after she reunited with estranged husband Warren at their daughter Haven’s eighth-grade graduation in Los Angeles.

The event marked a bittersweet milestone following their divorce filing.

Pictures obtained by the Daily Mail showed Alba appearing visibly distraught while speaking to a friend. She wore a cream-toned, cropped jacket and jeans, keeping her look chic with hoop earrings and layered necklaces.

Though it was a family occasion, her expression hinted at the emotional weight she had been carrying from recent life changes.

Warren, looking relaxed in tan chinos and a blue-and-white golf shirt, stood nearby.

Their other children, Honor, 16, and Hayes, 7, also attended.