Tom Cruise is one of the most enduring and influential actors in Hollywood history, known for his electrifying performances, relentless dedication to his craft, and record-breaking box office success. Born Thomas Cruise Mapother IV on July 3, 1962, in Syracuse, New York, Cruise quickly rose to fame in the 1980s with breakout roles in Risky Business (1983) and Top Gun (1986), establishing himself as a charismatic leading man. Over the decades, he has demonstrated an unmatched versatility, excelling in action-packed blockbusters like the Mission: Impossible franchise, emotionally gripping dramas such as Rain Man (1988) and Jerry Maguire (1996), and critically acclaimed thrillers like Collateral (2004). A true cinematic daredevil, Cruise is renowned for performing his own high-risk stunts, including scaling the Burj Khalifa, hanging off planes mid-flight, executing precision motorcycle chases and flying his P-51 Mustang in Top Gun: Maverick (2022). His films have grossed over $11 billion worldwide, making him one of the most bankable stars of all time. Cruise shows no signs of slowing down—solidifying his legacy as one of the greatest actors to ever grace the silver screen.
