Tom Cruise grew up in a poor household and faced various challenges during his childhood, including dyslexia. He moved to New York City at the age of 18 to pursue an acting career and soon made his film debut in the 1981 romantic drama “Endless Love.” He gained attention for his roles in movies like “Taps” (1981) and “The Outsiders” (1983), but his breakthrough came with the hit comedy “Risky Business” in 1983.

Cruise’s fame skyrocketed in the 1980s and 1990s with roles in iconic films such as “Top Gun” (1986), where he played a Navy fighter pilot, and “Rain Man” (1988), where he starred alongside Dustin Hoffman. He further solidified his status as a superstar with movies like “Born on the Fourth of July” (1989) and “A Few Good Men” (1992).

In the 1990s, Cruise starred in highly successful films including “Mission: Impossible” (1996) and its subsequent sequels, establishing one of his most iconic roles as Ethan Hunt. He also starred in movies like “Jerry Maguire” (1996), for which he received an Academy Award nomination, and “Magnolia” (1999).

In the 2000s, Cruise continued his action-packed career with films like “Minority Report” (2002), “The Last Samurai” (2003), and “War of the Worlds” (2005).

Cruise’s personal life, including his marriages to actresses Mimi Rogers, Nicole Kidman, and Katie Holmes, often made headlines. His association with the Church of Scientology, of which he is a prominent member, has also been a topic of public interest.

In the 2010s, Cruise reprised his role as Ethan Hunt in successful “Mission: Impossible” sequels and continued to take on challenging roles in movies like “Edge of Tomorrow” (2014) and “American Made” (2017). He also starred in the long-anticipated sequel “Top Gun: Maverick” (2022).

Tom Cruise is widely regarded as one of the most talented actors and biggest box office draws in the history of cinema. His dedication to performing many of his own stunts and his ability to tackle diverse roles have contributed to his enduring appeal as a Hollywood A-lister.