Tobey Maguire is facing a wave of backlash after being linked to 20-year-old influencer Mishka Silva—and the internet is not staying quiet about it.
The 50-year-old actor, best known for bringing Spider-Man to life in the early 2000s, was spotted getting close with Silva at Super Bowl LX, instantly igniting debate across social media. Photos from the event show the pair looking comfortable together, fueling speculation that their relationship is more than casual.
The age difference is what has people talking. When Maguire first stepped into the Spider-Man suit in 2002, Silva had not yet been born. That detail alone has triggered a flood of commentary online, with critics questioning the dynamic of a relationship between someone in their early 20s and someone in their 50s.
Some social media users have pointed out that Maguire’s daughter, Ruby, was born in 2006, making her only a few years younger than Silva. For many, that proximity in age has intensified the reaction. Others argue that the outrage is misplaced, noting that both Maguire and Silva are adults and free to make their own choices.
Maguire was previously married to jewelry designer Jennifer Meyer. The couple separated in 2016 and finalized their divorce in 2020. They share two children and have publicly maintained an amicable relationship. Meyer has even referred to Maguire as her best friend and praised him as a supportive co-parent.
Neither Maguire nor Silva has publicly addressed the romance rumors. Still, the conversation online continues to build, with critics and defenders clashing over what constitutes a problematic age gap and what falls under personal freedom.
Whether this turns out to be a serious relationship or a fleeting headline, one thing is certain. The internet has strong opinions—and it is not holding back.
