Entertainment · 16 September 2026

Tom Cruise tells co-stars his intense work ethic rumours are true

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Hollywood star Tom Cruise confirmed his famously intense on-set work ethic, telling GQ he expects high commitment from colleagues. The 64-year-old actor, who stars in the upcoming film 'Digger', says he has been called "so intense" since he was young. He adds that he is always studying and learning, even when not actively filming.

By BriefTea Editorial · 16 September 2026 at 9:56

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