In a statement released to "Access Hollywood," the father of actress Katie Holmes responded on behalf of their family to the news that she is dating Tom Cruise.

"Happy and excited for Katie," says the statement from Toledo attorney Martin Holmes. "She has a good head on her shoulders and we trust her judgment. We know Tom Cruise is a humanitarian and we feel good about that."

--Additionally, it was overheard that he introduced her to his kids already.

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Posted by Lawren at April 29, 2005 07:45 AM

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well my goodness he is just a wee little thing, isn't he?? glad to see she didn't ditch the heels for him, but doesn't it look for all the world like it's a 'Tommy's first 7th grade formal' photo??

Says: fairygirl at April 29, 2005 09:04 AM

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Scientology heeerrreeee we come!!!!!

Says: at April 29, 2005 11:42 PM

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But are they REALLY a couple? Hmmm....

Says: Skerdog at April 30, 2005 08:40 AM

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For some reason this reminds of the "Seduce and Destroy" seminar he held in Magnolia.

Says: Jason at April 30, 2005 03:01 PM

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