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Indian Express
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Hollywood's biggest star of the era, whose last film earned Rs 4810 crore, almost became a Catholic priest; was kicked out for stealing alcohol
Hollywood without Mission: Impossible is hard to even imagine. But what if we told you that it might've never happened if Tom Cruise had taken a completely different path? Most people know he used to wrestle in school and even considered going professional. But what many don't know is that before Scientology, Cruise was a devout Roman Catholic, just like his ex-wife Katie Holmes once was. In fact, he was so committed, he even joined a seminary to train as a priest. At the time, he was living with his mom and sisters, his father had walked out when he was just 13. Also read: Mission Impossible – The Final Reckoning movie review: Tom Cruise's last rodeo as Ethan Hunt makes a feeble appeal for a united world A priest named Father Ric Schneider noticed young Cruise's growing interest in religion and brought him into St. Francis Seminary in Cincinnati. Cruise stuck around for a year—he liked the prayers, daily Mass, the whole routine, but deep down, he knew this wasn't it. In an interview with the New York Daily News, Cruise's old schoolmate Shane Dempler recalled, 'We went to Mass, spent time in the chapel, and enjoyed hearing stories from the priests. We thought the priests had a great lifestyle, and we were really into the idea of priesthood.' 'Tom was instantly hooked,' Father Ric added. 'I think he wanted a solid education. With his parents splitting up, things were rough. Maybe that's why he came here.' This was back in the '70s. Cruise, then still Tom Mapother, was just a teenager living in Louisville. After the divorce, his mom packed up and moved the kids to Kentucky. One day at school, Cruise came across Father Ric, who was with the Order of Friars Minor. At the end of his talk, the priest asked if any boys were interested in joining the seminary. Cruise raised his hand. Also read: F1: Brad Pitt, Joseph Kosinski remind what going to the movies is all about Father Ric later visited the house, a simple setup, nothing fancy, and gave Cruise an IQ test to see if he could handle the academics. He barely passed. But by fall 1976, Cruise was in, one of 68 freshmen at St. Francis Seminary. No one thought he'd last. Father Ric remembers him as a smiling kid, the type who'd pull a prank or trip someone for a laugh. Crooked teeth, one chipped. Not the smartest or strongest in the room, but the personality stood out. Shane Dempler, speaking to the New York Daily News, shared how Cruise and a few others got into trouble for sneaking booze. 'I tossed about six, most broke, but we managed to get a couple and stash them in the woods,' he said, adding that the priests had no clue. But later, some boys found the hiding spot, snuck in, got drunk, and ended up getting caught. 'The school sent letters to our parents saying they liked us both, but would prefer if we didn't return. So we weren't exactly kicked out, just preferred not to go back,' Dempler said. What really flipped the switch for Cruise was Father Aubert Grieser, the drama and speech teacher. He'd throw the quietest kids on stage just to shake the fear out of them. For Cruise, that moment made him realise, what he wanted. Less than a year later, he walked out of seminary life, and later summed it up with: 'I realised I love women too much to give all that up.' A few years later, Cruise popped up on screen in Risky Business, sliding around in his underwear, and his school friend was stunned to see him. 'Oh my God, that's Mapother!' one of them said in an interview with the New York Daily News. What shocked many of them even more than the acting was Cruise turning to Scientology. His old classmates just couldn't believe it, this wasn't the kid they prayed with every day. Years later, just before Cruise's 50th birthday, around the time of his marriage to actor Katie Holmes, Father Ric found one of his old photos from the seminary days and sent it to him by post. It was Cruise at 14, smiling, holding a remote-controlled boat he'd built in school. Interestingly, the photo likely arrived right around the time Cruise was dealing with Holmes walking away with their daughter. Katie Holmes, who was also raised Catholic, reportedly left because she didn't want their daughter growing up in Scientology.
Scotsman
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Explore the epic Arctic landscape of ‘Mission: Impossible' on an Expedition Micro Cruise Adventure
The epic Arctic landscape of Svalbard has made its big screen debut this month. Action film star Tom Cruise has once again pushed the boundaries of filmmaking, venturing to the remote and breathtaking archipelago of Svalbard for his latest film "Mission Impossible – The Final Reckoning'. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... "The Final Reckoning" promises to be a visual spectacle with scenes filmed against the dramatic backdrop of Svalbard's glaciers, icy fjords, and stunning Arctic landscapes. And it's good news for film fans inspired by Tom Cruises' Arctic adventure who can (literally) follow in his footsteps this Summer on an Expedition Micro Cruise with Secret Atlas. With just 12 guests onboard, a small ship Arctic cruise offers an intimate escape into the cinematic wilds of Svalbard. Think glacial fjords, icebergs, and an abundance of polar wildlife. Svalbard has long been a destination for seasoned explorers and a Micro Cruise allows the flexibility to visit some of the locations seen in the film including Longyearbyen and Ekmanfjord in Isfjorden. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'There's never been a better time to visit Svalbard', said Michele D'Agostino, Secret Atlas Co-Founder. 'Our Expedition Micro Cruises are designed to immerse guests in the true spirit of Arctic exploration - up close, authentically, and far away from the crowds. Travelling on a small ship, our expeditions are also flexible and can venture to more remote locations than larger vessels providing a true, behind the scenes look at the destination.' A small ship Arctic cruise offers an intimate escape into the cinematic wilds of Svalbard. Photographer Benjamin Hartman. This summer, Secret Atlas invites adventurers to experience Svalbard the way it should be —off the grid, authentic, and completely unforgettable. Svalbard Summer Micro Cruise – from £10,900 per person Departing from Longyearbyen during June – August 2025, this 8-10 days Micro Cruise explores the natural wilderness of Svalbard during the summer months when wildlife is at its most abundant with 24 hours of daylight – one of the greatest shows in nature. Explore walrus haul-outs, encounter polar bears and reindeer, and take short hikes ashore to explore historical sites including glaciers and abandoned whaling stations. This expedition also offers the chance to learn from the knowledgeable guides and return home with a deeper understanding and appreciation of the Arctic ecosystem. Price is per person and based on double occupancy in a twin or double cabin. To book, visit Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Svalbard Autumn Photo Tour with Polar Photographer Piet van den Bemd – from £13,900 per person Experience the Arctic at its finest on this Autumn photo tour of Svalbard from 24th August – 4th September 2025, with acclaimed polar photographer Piet van den Bemd. The itinerary includes sailing north to capture the meltwater waterfalls of the Austfonna Ice Cap, a rare phenomenon which occurs as the ice cap warms during the summer months. Guests also have the opportunity to learn about and photograph Svalbard wildlife, from Arctic foxes to whales, reindeer, walruses, and polar bears. Price is per person and based on double occupancy in a twin or double cabin. To book, visit Discover more about Secret Atlas at
Mint
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Tom Cruise ‘had to be carried off the plane' as one ‘Mission: Impossible' stunt exhausted him
Even for a Hollywood popular star, stunts could exceed limits. Tom Cruise was physically fatigued from acting a daring sequence for Mission: Impossible – Final Reckoning that his crew had to carry him off a plane. He got exhausted in the eighth (and seemingly final) instalment of his hit film, which included him walking on the wing of a small biplane mid-air. 'It beat the hell out of him. The wind hitting him, and the blast of the propeller, particles hitting him. It was the hardest workout you could ever do, it was very dangerous and very exhausting for him. Many times we were carrying him off the wing because he was so tired. And he was flying all day,' Longtime stunt coordinator and second unit director Wade Eastwood informed The Times Of London newspaper. Eastwood and Cruise have worked together since 2013, after meeting during the filming of Edge of Tomorrow. He was a stunt coordinator on the last four Mission: Impossible films and reminisces his most-liked moment of all, which came in the seventh film Dead Reckoning Part One. Tom rode a cliff-edge motorbike stunt. On the actor's risk tolerance and performing his own stunts, Eastwood said, "Tom doesn't show fear, Tom shows competence. He had fun during all his stunts, even when it was exhausting. He's always positive, he'll always put on a smile, and he genuinely enjoys it.' The actor spent over a year training in motocross and skydiving to prepare for the stunt, completing more than 500 skydives and 13,000 motocross jumps, he disclosed. 'No, no chance. He's a machine. He acts like a 20-year-old. And there's no magic there, it's just hard work and discipline with his food, nutrition and training," Eastwood said when he was asked whether Cruise might soon step back from such physically demanding roles. Released on May 17, Mission Impossible – The Final Reckoning casts Hayley Atwell, Pom Klementieff, Mariela Garriga, Esai Morales besides Cruise. Directed by Christopher McQuarrie, it shows Cruise's character Ethan Hunt and the IMF team rush to stop the Entity, a rogue AI that can annihilate mankind. It saw an opening to a series-best $77 million domestically and $190 million globally.
News18
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
‘What A Yawn Fest': Kunal Kohli Unimpressed With Tom Cruise's Mission Impossible 8
Tom Cruise fans were eagerly waiting for the release of 'Mission Impossible – The Final Reckoning,' and the spy-action film released in India on May 17. The film saw a good opening in India at the box office, and also received a great response from audience and critics. However, filmmaker Kunal Kohli is disappointed with the film. Sharing his review, he described it as a 'yawn fest', and criticized it by calling it a 'sad' end to one of the greatest franchises ever. He also urged Tom Cruise to make another Mission: Impossible film, saying that the franchise cannot end on such a disappointing note. Kunal Kohli took to his Instagram stories and shared the poster of 'Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning'. He reviewed the film and wrote, 'They did the impossible. Messed up a #MissionImpossible film. What a yawn fest. Sad end to one of the greatest franchises ever. Will just forget they ever made this one & rewatch the rest of the great MI films. @tomcruise now make another one. Can't end like this." Check out his Instagram story below!
News18
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Virat Kohli Finally Unblocks Rahul Vaidya; Jacqueline Opens Up On Struggles Amid Sukesh Row
Last Updated: Virat Kohli unblocks Rahul Vaidya after feud; singer praises him. Jacqueline Fernandez opens up on her mother's death, Hollywood debut & finding strength in family support. Virat Kohli-Rahul Vaidya Feud: Virat Kohli has finally unblocked Rahul Vaidya, and the singer has publicly praised the cricketer after their feud. Rahul Vaidya had been taking digs at cricketer Virat Kohli and his fans for some time now, leading to Virat blocking Rahul on Instagram. However, looks like the feud has now been resolved. For More: Virat Kohli Finally Unblocks Rahul Vaidya, Singer Calls Him 'India Ka Garv' Jacqueline Fernandez, who recently lost her mother, is opening up about personal struggles, her Hollywood debut and the emotional strength she's drawn from her family, particularly her parents. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter India, Jacqueline recalled a pivotal moment when her late mother and father flew to Italy while she was filming Kill 'Em All 2 with her childhood icon, Jean-Claude Van Damme. Samantha Ruth Prabhu seems to have found love again—this time with Citadel: Honey Bunny director Raj Nidimoru. While neither Samantha nor Raj have officially confirmed the relationship, the actress has been dropping subtle clues via Instagram. From cozy photos to joint temple visits, the rumour mill is buzzing louder than ever. Reports now suggest that the two are considering moving in together. For More: Raj Nidimoru's Ex-Wife Shares 'Karma' Post Amid Samantha Ruth Prabhu Relationship Buzz Popular actor and host Aman Verma has seen the evolution of entertainment rather closely. Recently, he took to Instagram and shared a video from his magician gig at an event. In the comments, a section of his followers job-shamed him. But he isn't the one to let the trolls slide. In the comment box, he replied to them in his capacity. He also mentioned that he is steadily on the way to becoming a magician. Mission Impossible – The Final Reckoning Movie Review: There's a reason Mission: Impossible has survived eight long films, and that reason is Tom freaking Cruise. In The Final Reckoning, Cruise doesn't just run, jump off cliffs, hang from planes or defy gravity in some ridiculous fashion. This time, he bleeds, he reflects, he aches, and does he go out in style. First Published:
