Hollywood icon Tom Cruise turns down U.S. President Donald Trump's Kennedy Centre lifetime achievement award - here's why
Tom Cruise, who remains a dominant force in Hollywood with projects like Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning, continues to draw attention both for his work and personal decisions.
Why did Tom Cruise turn down Donald Trump's invitation?
According to multiple reports, Tom Cruise was invited to be part of the 48th Kennedy Centre Honours, joining other legends like Sylvester Stallone, George Strait, Gloria Gaynor, KISS, and Michael Crawford. His team reportedly cited scheduling conflicts as the reason, while the actor's spokesperson declined to comment further. Fans online are debating if his refusal is simply about commitments or a subtle message regarding Trump's involvement.
Tom Cruise was offered the Kennedy honors by Donald Trump He declined because of 'scheduling conflicts' (via @washingtonpost) pic.twitter.com/JrHPj0vnGe
Kennedy Centre Honours significance
The Kennedy Centre Honours are one of America's most prestigious arts awards, recognising lifetime achievement in music, theatre, and dance. Traditionally, the gala takes place in December and is later broadcast on CBS. This year, President Trump announced he would host, adding political weight to the ceremony, especially after earlier replacing the leadership of the arts complex.
Tom Cruise's upcoming awards
Despite turning down the Kennedy Centre Honour, Tom Cruise remains set to receive an honorary Oscar at the 2025 Governors Awards in November for his cinematic contributions. He continues to promote Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning and maintain a busy professional schedule, which may be a major factor in his decision.
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