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Order a long-term news report on Tom Cruise
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Joy Online
… Skerritt starred with Julia Roberts in the film Steel Magnolias As Commander Mike “Viper” Metcalf in the 1986 classic Top Gun, the versatile actor appeared alongside a young Tom Cruise in the blockbuster. …
US actor Tom Skerritt, who starred in Top Gun, Steel Magnolias and Alien, dies aged 93Joy Online
… Curry’s varied career also saw him appear on screen in 1982 musical film Annie as Miss Hannigan’s con-artist brother, 1985 murder mystery Clue, fantasy Legend alongside Tom Cruise also in 1985, and 1995 gorilla thriller Congo. …
Rocky Horror star Tim Curry dies at 80Joy Online
… And if you haven’t seen him during one of the many half-time commercial breaks, you’ve probably spotted him at the United States’ opening match in Los Angeles, watching alongside his friend Tom Cruise. …
Why Beckham was face of World Cup in the USJoy Online
… he told reporters ahead of the England v Argentina semi-final that she was for Argentina in her “heart of hearts” Earlier, a range of performances began the sporting event’s closing ceremony, including Jennifer Hudson singing the national anthem and a speech from actor Tom Cruise …
Shakira, Madonna, Justin Bieber and BTS perform at colourful World Cup half-time showThe Ghanaian Times
… This star-studded show will feature performances from IShowSpeed, Laura Pausini, Nicole Scherzinger and Robbie Williams, as well as a special appearance by Tom Cruise, bringing together some of the world’s biggest names in music and entertainment for an unforgettable celebration …
IShowSpeed, Tom Cruise headline World Cup closing ceremonyJoy Online
… Tom Cruise, Laura Pausini, Nicole Scherzinger, Robbie Williams and IShowSpeed are set to perform as part of the ceremony, with Jennifer Hudson to sing the United States’ national anthem. …
World Cup final half-time to last up to 25 minutesJoy Online
… Pochettino’s USA rise to the occasion The World Cup finally arrived in the US with much fanfare as a vibrant opening ceremony headlined by Katy Perry, the presence of stars including David Beckham and Tom Cruise and a 70,000-plus crowd set the tone for kick-off. …
USA thrash Paraguay 4-1 in Group D openerJoy Online
… His most recent film role was 2022’s Top Gun: Maverick, in which he played Jimmy, a bartender who works with the character played by Jennifer Connelly, Tom Cruise’s love interest. …
US actor James Handy stabbed to death, with girlfriend’s son arrestedJoy Online
… His most recent film role was 2022’s Top Gun: Maverick, in which he played Jimmy, a bartender who works with the character played by Jennifer Connelly, Tom Cruise’s love interest. …
US actor James Handy stabbed to death in Los AngelesJoy Online
… As recently as 2022, action movies accounted for 56% of domestic box office dollars, boosted by Tom Cruise’s “Top Gun: Maverick.” The number of action films released in theatres has remained steady at about 25 annually for more than a decade. …
As summer opens, action movies have lost some box-office punchTom Skerritt, the US actor known for roles in films including Alien, Top Gun, and A River Runs Through It, and the TV series Picket Fences, has died aged 93 of natural causes. Over his six-decade career he appeared in numerous films and TV shows, and co-founded TheFilmSchool in Seattle to support filmmakers and storytellers.
22 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Tom Skerritt, the US actor known for roles in films including Alien, Top Gun, and A River Runs Through It, and the TV series Picket Fences, has died aged 93 of natural causes. Over his six-decade career he appeared in numerous films and TV shows, and co-founded TheFilmSchool in Seattle to support filmmakers and storytellers.
22 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Tim Curry, best known for his role as Frank-N-Furter in the 1975 film The Rocky Horror Picture Show, has died at 80. The English actor also appeared in films including Annie, The Hunt for Red October, Home Alone 2, and the 1990 TV version of It, and was nominated for three Tony Awards on Broadway.
26 August 2026 · Joy Online →
During the World Cup in the US, former England captain David Beckham has dominated off-the-pitch marketing, fronting advertising campaigns for 11 brands including McDonald's, Major League Soccer, and Bank of America. Marketing experts attribute his prominence to his broad appeal across demographics and his authentic, down-to-earth persona that translates across football, fashion, entertainment, and business.
20 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Pop stars Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber, and K-pop group BTS performed at the 2026 World Cup final half-time show, which lasted 27 minutes and 22 seconds—the longest in World Cup history. The performance featured fireworks and reunited Shakira with Nigerian musician Burna Boy, who had performed together at the tournament's opening ceremony.
19 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The FIFA World Cup 2026 closing ceremony on 19 July at New York New Jersey Stadium will feature performances by IShowSpeed, Laura Pausini, Nicole Scherzinger and Robbie Williams, with a special appearance by Tom Cruise. Jennifer Hudson will perform the United States national anthem ahead of the final match.
16 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The half-time interval in Sunday's World Cup final will last between 20 and 25 minutes, with an 11-minute performance by Madonna, Shakira, BTS, and other artists. The extended break exceeds the standard 15-minute regulation, similar to last year's Club World Cup final which lasted 24 minutes.
15 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The United States defeated Paraguay 4-1 in their World Cup campaign opener in Los Angeles, with former Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun scoring twice. The victory matches the US' joint-biggest World Cup win and is just the second time a US player has scored more than once in a World Cup match.
13 June 2026 · Joy Online →
US actor James Handy, 81, known for roles in films including Jumanji and Top Gun: Maverick, was found with stab wounds to the chest in his front garden in Tarzana, California. Michael Gledhill, 44, the son of Handy's girlfriend, has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
5 June 2026 · Joy Online →
James Handy, 81, an actor known for roles in Jumanji and Top Gun: Maverick, was found with multiple stab wounds in the front garden of his Tarzana home on Wednesday. Michael Gledhill, 44, the son of Handy's girlfriend, has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
5 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Action and adventure films accounted for 35% of ticket sales from the top 100 films in 2025, tying for the lowest share since 2010 and marking the third consecutive year in the mid-30% range, a significant decline from 2022 when they represented 56% of domestic box office dollars.
4 May 2026 · Joy Online →