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00:03In today's video we're diving into the incredible life and career of one of Hollywood's biggest stars, Tom Cruise.
00:09From his breakout role in Top Gun to his iconic performances in the Mission Impossible franchise,
00:15we're covering all the highlights of his legendary journey.
00:18Stay tuned as we explore the highs, the lows, and the fascinating personal life of this Hollywood powerhouse.
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00:29Let's begin.
00:31Full name Thomas Cruise Mapothur IV
00:34Date of birth July 3, 1962
00:38Place of birth Syracuse, New York, USA
00:41Occupation, actor, producer
00:44Years active 1981-present
00:47Tom Cruise was born to Mary Lee, a special education teacher, and Thomas Cruise Mapothur III, an electrical engineer.
00:56He grew up in a Catholic family with three sisters.
00:59His early years were marked by frequent moves due to his father's job, which saw the family relocating across the U.S. and Canada.
01:07His childhood was challenging, especially with a difficult relationship with his father, whom he later described as a bully.
01:15Cruise had a brief interest in becoming a priest and even spent time in a Franciscan seminary at the age of 14,
01:21but eventually shifted focus toward acting after participating in high school plays.
01:26Cruise's family struggled financially, and this shaped much of his drive and work ethic later in life.
01:33Tom Cruise's entry into Hollywood came in the early 1980s.
01:37His first major role was in the 1981 film Endless Love, but it was his part in Risky Business 1983 that became his breakout performance.
01:46The image of Cruise sliding across the floor in his socks and sunglasses became iconic.
01:52In 1986, Cruise starred in Top Gun, which solidified his status as a leading man.
01:58The role of Navy pilot Pete Maverick Mitchell transformed him into a global star, and the film became one of the highest-grossing movies of the year.
02:07Following Top Gun, Cruise expanded his range with a mix of roles in films such as Rain Man 1988, alongside Dustin Hoffman,
02:15and Born on the Fourth of July 1989, for which he received his first Academy Award nomination.
02:21His versatility continued with performances in films like A Few Good Men 1992, The Firm 1993, and Interview with the Vampire 1994.
02:32One of Cruise's most enduring and successful roles came with the Mission Impossible franchise, which began in 1996.
02:39As IMF agent Ethan Hunt, Cruise became synonymous with high-octane action scenes, often performing his own stunts.
02:46The franchise remains one of the most successful in film history.
02:52Cruise has had a highly publicized personal life, including three marriages.
02:57He was first married to actress Mimi Rogers in 1987, though the marriage ended in divorce in 1990.
03:03He then married actress Nicole Kidman in 1990, and the couple adopted two children before their divorce in 2001.
03:10Cruise's third marriage was to actress Katie Holmes in 2006, with whom he has a daughter, Sheree.
03:16The couple divorced in 2012.
03:19Cruise's involvement with the Church of Scientology has been another significant aspect of his personal life.
03:25He became a devoted member in the late 1980s and has credited Scientology with helping him overcome dyslexia.
03:31His promotion of the religion, as well as some of his public statements about mental health and medication, has stirred controversy over the years.
03:39Over the course of his career, Tom Cruise has remained one of Hollywood's most bankable stars,
03:45known for his commitment to the craft and his ability to perform in a wide range of genres, from drama to action.
03:52He's received numerous awards and nominations, including three Academy Award nominations and three Golden Globe Awards.
04:00Beyond acting, Cruise is also a successful producer, often taking a hands-on role in the films he stars in, especially with the Mission Impossible series.
04:10Even in his 60s, Cruise continues to headline major blockbusters, proving his enduring appeal and dedication to the industry.
04:18His work ethic, charisma, and ability to reinvent himself over decades make him one of the most iconic figures in modern cinema.
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