November 2nd 2024.
According to reports, Tom Cruise is considering a sequel to his hit 90s film Days of Thunder. The 62-year-old star, fresh from the success of Top Gun: Maverick and the Mission: Impossible franchise, is contemplating a follow-up to the Tony Scott-directed NASCAR drama. In the original film, Cruise played the role of hotshot racer Cole Trickle, whose intense rivalry with a veteran driver resulted in thrilling action on the race track.
Though a sequel to Days of Thunder may not be at the top of everyone's revival list, it does have a dedicated fan base, including director Quentin Tarantino. However, if the sequel does come to fruition, it's unlikely that the entire original cast will reunite. While Cruise is on board, his on-screen love interest, Dr. Claire Lewicki, may not make a return. The character was played by Cruise's ex-wife Nicole Kidman, and given their "irreconcilable differences" and subsequent divorce in 2001, it's doubtful that Kidman will reprise her role.
Speaking of Kidman, did you know that she and Cruise first met on the set of Top Gun in 1990? The Hollywood power couple tied the knot in a private ceremony on Christmas Eve that same year and went on to adopt two children together. They later starred in two more films together, Far and Away and Eyes Wide Shut, before officially calling it quits in 2001.
Now, back to Tom and his potential Days of Thunder sequel. In a recent interview, Kidman briefly addressed her past marriage and whether her role in Being The Ricardos mirrored her relationship with Cruise. She quickly shut down any comparisons, stating that their marriage was "so long ago" and not relevant to her current work. She also expressed frustration at being pigeonholed because of her past relationship, saying that it feels "almost sexist" and that she wants to be recognized for her own accomplishments.
Since her divorce from Cruise, Kidman has moved on and married country singer Keith Urban in 2006. They have two daughters together and are still going strong, as evidenced by their steamy kiss on the Oscars red carpet in 2023. As for Tom, he went on to marry actress Katie Holmes in 2006 and they had a daughter together before filing for divorce in 2012. Since then, he has had a series of high-profile relationships, including with pop icon Cher, and actresses Sofia Vergara and Penelope Cruz.
Recently, it was revealed that Tom had split from Russian socialite Elsina Khayrov after a brief fling in December 2023. With his track record, it's clear that Tom has no problem finding love, but whether or not he will also find success with a Days of Thunder sequel remains to be seen. But one thing's for sure, we'll be keeping our eyes peeled for any updates on this potential project. And if you have a celebrity story to share, be sure to reach out to us – we'd love to hear from you!
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