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Demovictory9

(37,113 posts)
Sun Aug 24, 2025, 09:21 PM Sunday

Tom Cruise dodges Kennedy Center Honor from Donald Trump

Tom Cruise has reportedly turned down the opportunity to be among one of the recipients of the Kennedy Center Honors, which were to be given out by the United States President, Donald Trump.

The Hollywood icon was supposed to be a part of the ceremony taking place a few months from now on December 7th, but is apparently too busy to attend.

As per a report put out by The Washington Post, a number of former and current employees for the Kennedy Center have revealed that the Top Gun: Maverick actor has politely backed away.

The reason for Cruise’s absence is said to be “scheduling conflicts,” and although the 63-year-old has not confirmed or denied this as of yet, other honorees such as the band KISS have spoken out about their gratitude about being selected.



The President also noted that there were a couple of “wokesters” which have now been replaced by great people.


https://www.thecelebpost.com/news/59917-tom-cruise-dodges-kennedy-honor-from-donald-trump

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Tom Cruise dodges Kennedy Center Honor from Donald Trump (Original Post) Demovictory9 Sunday OP
Baghdad Barbie will not answer a question about this tomorrow underpants Sunday #1
It might have been more ingenuous and courageous no_hypocrisy Monday #2
Keeping distance from creep is "Woke" vs. sleep oasis Monday #3

no_hypocrisy

(52,794 posts)
2. It might have been more ingenuous and courageous
Mon Aug 25, 2025, 05:05 AM
Monday

if Cruise had not "bowed out" and had outright refused the designation because of TSF's administration.

But then again, his agent would have killed him.

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