Tom Cruise gets honored by US Navy for boosting the military with his roles

[@mg19cal]

I mean this is 38 years too late. "Top Gun" in 1986 maybe was the best recruiting tool in the history of the United States military

[@skatedurr]

i thought him jumping up & down on Oprah sofa was really moving, next day I joined the Army!

[@Dogman580]

Movie stars should not be recognized by the military unless they serve which Tom did not. Tom made millions pretending not doing.

[@WessyD123]

Highway to the danger zone!

[@DK.448]

Very true! I joined the local air cadets because of the film but my parents wouldn’t allow me to go on and join the RAF 😢

[@Rubeless]

Your parents can’t keep you from joining, make another lame excuse. My parents would not sign my DEP docs, so I waited until my 18th birthday and cut them out of my life.

[@mrnobodyinvr9762]

He handled that with class, and was so respectful of the thoughtfulness of that gift. Very well done on Toms part.

[@PersisCapital]

Were not dying for Israel.

[@Raznak]

that is how Scientologist act

[@RichardPoffIII]

Is given a medal from the Navy. Spends half the acceptance speech giving compliments to the other person in the stage. This is humility. Be more like Tom Cruise.

[@imame1433]

🖕🏼him. 🖕🏼his bs “religion”

[@shojivic]

Agreed- excellent point, my friend. This is the Hollywood & society we need.

[@dentrifications]

​@@shojivic Enter immigrants.

[@lilltattarn94]

you mean the same scientologist that made his ex wife dig ditches in the middle of the night n scrub the toilet with a toothbrush ?

[@maggiebostblessedlife]

What a criminal who is a scientologist..no thank you...military should be ashamed..medal for movies..please. Trump Strong

[@Nicholas_Chen_]

Tom Cruise is born to play those military/agent hero roles and yes, he is an absolute recruitment idol. A lot of young guys (myself included) want to be like him growing up.

[@Rubeless]

You poor little thing

[@bobbobby-o2w]

@@Rubeless You poor little thing

[@jeffbrecht7623]

Why do you worship men as idols?

[@YomamaYodaddyYobjtchassGranny]

@@RubelessYou poor little thing

[@kamuelalee]

Did you buy a Kawasaki Ninja too?

[@redbeard2527]

The medal of “Danger Zone” 😎

[@btlnh2001]

1 of 1

[@kamuelalee]

"Need for Speed" medal.

[@kvasblacked]

"Mighty Wings" medal

[@mattg1611]

He’s the reason my dad went into the marines in 1989, right into the first gulf war.

[@btlnh2001]

Legend 🫡

[@Rubeless]

How would that motivate someone that would never get into a cockpit of a fighter plane

[@iamthelizardking6239]

That’s so weird! My dad joined the Marines in 87 right out of highschool for the exact same reason🤣

[@iamthelizardking6239]

@@Rubeless the Marines have a lot of fighter pilots, nearly 30% of Marine officers are pilots.

[@redcapote4760]

@@Rubeless Guess you'll never know, civilian.

[@afghans0ldier]

Some Fun Facts About Top-Gun Movies: 1. Both "Top Gun" movies are primarily about the U.S. Navy and NOT the Air Force (Since many were mixing the two). 2. Yes, Tom Cruise did fly planes for real in "Top Gun: Maverick"! He holds a pilot's license and has been flying since 1994. For the movie, Cruise flew in the P-51 Mustang and other aircraft, although he wasn't piloting the high-performance jets like the F/A-18 Super Hornet; he flew backseat with experienced Navy pilots. 3. John Travolta was the first choice for Maverick. But he turned it down due to scheduling conflicts and other commitments. 4. Tom Cruise initially turned down the role of Maverick at first. It was only after flying with the Blue Angels that he decided to join the project. 5. Val Kilmer didn't want to be in the movie and initially turned down the role because he disliked the script and warmongering films. He only agreed after Tony Scott personally convinced him. 6. The original script had a different ending for Goose. The original script called for Goose's death to be the result of a midair collision, but the Navy wouldn't approve that scenario. They changed it to a more plausible accident that actually happened but didn't result in death. 7. The film was almost not made. Paramount Pictures was initially nervous about making the film and it almost didn't get produced. Producer Jerry Bruckheimer had to convince Cruise to join the project. 8. Tom Cruise's has real-life flying experience. He holds a pilot's license and flew in real planes for the movie, adding authenticity to the aerial scenes. 9. The soundtrack was a huge hit, such as the "Danger Zone" by Kenny Loggins and "Take My Breath Away" by Berlin, which topped the Billboard albums chart and won an Academy Award for Best Original Song.

[@derchozenvun83]

He's the protected prophet of Scientology. That's like expecting people to believe that they let The Dahlia Llama do his own death defying stunts. His claiming credit for other people's stunts started that strike. Get off of the nonsense.

[@Twerkulies]

You could have combined #2 and #8, they're basically saying the same thing.

[@Rubeless]

So Val Kilmer is your typical liberal hypocrite, against war but a higher paycheck makes he forget his values. Same with Ripley in Aliens, she is totally against guns and would not entertain doing the role until she was offered a million dollars…it’s okay if it’s for money.

[@GRANOLA77]

Number 2 & 8 are repeats.

[@carebear2272]

How is that fun?

[@gshockbabe6144]

Congratulations Tom.A fitting award for the navy's greatest ambassador.

[@BryonLetterman]

Tom Cruise got so many kids wanting to be Naval fighter pilots and to join the military in general, his recognition is well deserved

[@katlis]

And can you remind me, what wars have we won since Tom Cruise became an actor? And how many "kids" died in said wars?

[@SpaceRanger187]

@@katlis Not about winning. About making sure our Masters stay rich and in power.. These people belive jet fuel brought down the World Trade Centers

[@GuardianLamb]

so many brain damages for sure

[@intello8953]

@@katlisthat’s a hard one for sure 😬

[@johnd4653]

Say what you want about Him. However. He makes some really Great Movies.

[@davidanalyst671]

tom cruise makes women like shelly miscaviage disappear. great guy

[@Tritiuminducedfusion]

​@davidanalyst671 Who cares? Never heard of her. 🤷‍♂️ Cry more, though 🤡.

[@premix3663]

he might beleive in ancient aliens and some other crazy BS, but we love him for his great acting and he does seem to be humble human

[@BooneLovesVideo]

There is no cinema without Tom Cruise.

[@davidanalyst671]

There is no shelly miscaviage coverup without tom cruise

[@Steven-lb4bl]

I want the truth!!!

[@MidinVal]

Or Leo DiCaprio

[@wrestlinginfodude2644]

Lol no

[@wrestlinginfodude2644]

Lol no

[@fayeh4412]

I also appreciate that guy twirling his thumbs in the beginning when Tom was speaking.

[@user-df2uu3qp3y]

this awards means more than oscar.

[@blackraven9787]

Definitely

[@azmah7]

agreed!

[@tab8294]

Yeah❤

[@JLOFlix]

Congratulations, Tom!! WELL deserved!! What an honor!!

[@Rockit-]

Well deserved - He earned it - the best recruiting tool the Navy could ever have,,, Well done.

[@nicstevens6499]

Yeah Tom Cruise! History will show he is one of the best action movie actors of all time! Love this man's movies!

[@Revolver_Ocelot16]

He's only been in the Navy for almost 40 years as a naval aviator or a JAG officer so it's long over due.

[@chermill93]

@@Revolver_Ocelot16 he's not an officer 😂 You fell for the propaganda HARD!

[@Revolver_Ocelot16]

@chermill93 It's called sarcasm.

[@chermill93]

@Revolver_Ocelot16 was it? A pretty poor attempt IMHO 🫵🏻😂

[@Create-The-Imaginable]

@@chermill93 "You Can't Handle the Truth!" 🤣

[@cas9007]

​@@chermill93 but you did comment though 😂

[@1988vikable]

Tom Cruise is one of my top fav actors!!!! Impressive actor that really puts the nit and grit to work. Tom Cruise in Top gun & Top Gun Mav was so awesome!!! Tom you r a badass!!!!

[@SkyNetGeneral-]

Top fav actors ? Low bar there Dexter

[@bobbobby-o2w]

@@SkyNetGeneral- Go back to your Disney movies

[@otal0721]

@@SkyNetGeneral-go see a therapist

[@goblin2bis707]

I must say he had really did well to boost the recruiting of young people for the US Navy and US air foce. I like these movies Top Gun, now they are truly iconic movies.

[@Wil_Dasovich]

Ironic cuz my favorite Tom Cruz movie is Born on the 4th of July and it made me want to stay clear of ever joining the military

[@Mike-h8m]

Tom Cruise is the GOAT

[@TheUnpredictable2020]

Man it’s really sad seeing your favorite stars aging. Man you can tell Cruise is reaching that age.

[@nazur72]

Yeah, it's really been noticeable the last couple of years. Even in Top Gun Maverick, he was still looking youthful.

[@christinemilner9794]

Let me tell you, it ain’t like you think( getting old) and it is relentless!

[@gman8591]

Clint Eastwood is the man....

[@yash6303]

What about your mom aging? 😂

[@ericsilva-gomez2481]

Aging is natural though

[@sortingthroughdata.brb.7983]

There he goes again. Appreciating appreciation.

[@princehamdanfazza3971]

Hi

[@khrapov]

Don't be jelous ;)

[@Strider-bl5sq]

He's weird but all of the great actors are and I honestly think he's one of the greats. I really believe him in whoever he's playing.

[@Rubeless]

He is like Jennifer Aniston, same in every film, except tropic thunder were he was awesome.

[@Strider-bl5sq]

@Rubeless As a father, I felt like he totally nailed a dad overwhelmed and trying to manage in War of the Worlds. He was also great in Born on the 4th of July. Just because he's not Daniel Day Lewis or Leonardo Dicaprio doesn't mean he's not gifted. That is simply my humble opinion. Merry Christmas!

[@munarong]

@@Strider-bl5sq I agree, even in Jerry Mcguire, showing tom's typical look, but so many moment in the film that made me forget that the guy yelling in the screen was Tom Cruise. He is great at be into character without any makeup, in my opinion.

[@Zero_Tester]

He got broken after that Stanley Kubrick film role

[@freestyla85]

@@Rubeless What about Vanilla Sky, Collateral?

[@dinshawpocha4882]

Tom Cruise is just amazing!! He sets his mind to achieve whatever he wants to do and inspires so many people. Regreably Jeff Bazos is too busy looking for his ego in outer space which inspires nobody!! He has more wealth but no ambition.

[@ouch74]

Don't forget about Trump, Biden, McConnell or Pelosi the list goes on and on....all useless except McCain although he passed sadly.

[@ashwinatresh4278]

Tom Cruise is the living example of " Be best at what ever you do, the rewards will follow". A well deserved recognition

[@icanmanifest]

I don't care for Scientology but this is America where you're free to choose what you want to believe. Tom's incredible commitment to excellence in his profession It's highly admirable. I can't recall I ever heard a time of Tom speaking ill of anyone. The only controversies I've ever really heard him involved in regarded his personal life which is nobody's business. It's simply a fact that Tom got a lot of people interested in the Navy, naval aviation, and aviation in general. Akin to Bruce Lee turning people on to martial arts. I have no issues with someone being recognized for a job well done. Never claim to be in the Navy he never claimed to be in the service, and anytime I've ever heard him speak about it he always gives proper recognition to those who do serve.

[@Rubeless]

But most likely votes for politicians that push gun control. He is just an actor.

[@StarryDynamo88]

💯

[@Bfkcjscbsnjc]

The dude is professional liar 🤡

[@maggiebostblessedlife]

​@Bfkcjscbsnjc agreed a scientology liar

[@knightlazers6943]

Tom Cruise is my Favourite Actor in Hollywood

[@SkyNetGeneral-]

Wow that’s very sad!

[@Rubeless]

Are you a 9 year old girl?

[@SkyNetGeneral-]

@@Rubeless 😆

[@knightlazers6943]

@@Rubeless I am 40 year old man

[@AppMan-pf9lg]

Hollywood the biggest propaganda machine

[@davidanalyst671]

where is shelly miscaviage

[@MoneyMaker-pu1rj]

corporate puppet honoring another corporate puppet.

[@maggiebostblessedlife]

My people...Xenu is in the building

[@maggiebostblessedlife]

​@@davidanalyst671yes...where is shelly?????

[@rangerwhite5165]

Top Gun, Maverick and born on 4th July, all absolute classics.

[@americanitalianisrael4008]

No one like Mr. Cruise. Excellent human being and a Great Actor.

[@SkyNetGeneral-]

Great actor ? Not much

[@bobbobby-o2w]

@@SkyNetGeneral- Get a hobby

[@SkyNetGeneral-]

@@bobbobby-o2w manny actors better about 10,000

[@Pemm55]

No one likes Mr.Cruise*

[@miguelpadeiro762]

Bro's a loonie who subscribes to scientology

[@Ron71997]

This guy is 62 years old- looks like he is 40 - full head of hair, great shape and still active with all his stunts while filming his movies....As a kid when I saw someone who was 60... they would look so old with grey hair hunched over and walking slowly...Respect to Tom and his well deserved recognition- he has always brought honor and respect to the Military.

[@darrenmacwhirter1706]

A mix of hair pieces though

[@GailOleson-h5l]

🎉🎉🎉 Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉 To You✨✨✨ I Totally Respect THE NAVY ✨✨✨ My Father was a 27yr.Veteran..Cmd Fighter Pilot So I Really Loved this Movie..I Respect ALL THE ARMED FORCES 🪖🪖🪖

[@GailOleson-h5l]

✨✨✨🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸✨✨✨

[@jenn280]

What a Gentleman. Thank you for posting !

[@LaurieFay-rl9os]

Congratulations Tom ❤

[@robwinter3183]

Tom Cruise - Class Act for sure.

[@josswoman4191]

Right. Just ask all his kids.

[@thecoolcreativebuildchanne2613]

Wow, acting finally paid off for Mr. Cruise!😁

[@vensantillan3000]

Tom Cruise has been changing the world since 1986. That is a lifetime achievement award, more valuable than an Oscar, Emmy, and Grammy. Probably on par with a Nobel Peace Prize. How many people were recruited into the Navy because of him? Lawyers? Race car drivers? Stockbrokers? And secret agents? His character portrayals almost always immediately inspire the question: Where do I sign up?

[@ParmMohan-us6rn]

Well deserved and long overdue! Tom Cruise is the most prominent ambassador and promoter of the US Navy!

[@JuulJournal]

Congratulations, sir! Well deserved

[@HaveASplendidDayEveryone]

congratulations tom

[@faridv24]

This is Bigger Than Oscar.!!! He truly deserves for his Dedication..!!! Tom Cruise The GOAT

[@Tojoj22]

Now we need an Oscar ❤

[@charmedprince]

I love how Tom really lets loose with his diet when not filming any movies 😅 not bodyshaming but his ability to get into shape quickly really is a testament to his work ethic and such. Congratulations on the award, Mr. Tom Cruise. This is America's version of Knighting you.

[@cheekypop]

guy on the left is only 1 year older than him btw

[@tedhenry5310]

That's funny cuz I was judging his age I did not knowing the dude next it was the one or one year old

[@mag1631]

I don't think Tom Cruise has very many movies that I don't like. He's great in pretty much everything.

[@Sportsbikeguy]

He puts his heart and soul in all of his projects, something Hollywood rarely does anymore.

[@dellcoc]

The real Tom Cruise Mapother was the PR guy in the beginning of Edge of Tomorrow.

[@ClementFoli]

He's soo articulate!

[@Mel-dx9rj]

Much better than any Oscar

[@1nalh]

Top Gun and the IMF agent were huge military boosting roles.

[@mickeyts5626]

Never served a day in the military, but is awarded a medal for making 10s of millions off a movie, Unbelievable

[@redcapote4760]

Look at you hating with your basement level IQ. Someone didn't amount to much in life. Winners aren't haters. Only losers like you.

[@calebgriffy4585]

Maybe because the award they're giving him isn't for military service... You know reading isn't that hard to comprehend right?

[@Camo4945]

The current Secretary of the Navy, Mr. Del Toro, awarded S film actor Tom Cruise the Navy’s Distinguished Public Service Award, which was established in 1951, is an award presented by the U.S.Secretary of the Navy to civilians for specific courageous or heroic acts or exceptionally outstanding service of substantial and long-term benefit to the Navy, Marine Corps, or Department of the Navy as a whole.

[@aussienic8428]

It was a recruitment ad that the US defence force didn't pay a cent for. Until now.

[@hellepost1439]

Devoted To LCon Hubbards👽Lord Xenu Abusive Cult $cientology “The Bridge To Total Freedom.”💸📣

[@Norwoodg00ner]

He’s an incredible man. Well deserved. Congratulations Tom

[@Jen-jo5qu]

What an exciting award!! Go, Tom!

[@nikos9257]

As if he wasn’t paid! I like Tom cruise but this is outrageous

[@randypiper7485]

Just think, this guy came swinging out of a hallway in his underwear with glasses to getting an "I'm awesome" award. Truly amazing Cruise 👏.

[@denver5093]

Tom & Clint Eastwood, proper American legends

[@kevnev342]

A key agent of the military industrial complex

[@stat3_0f_m1nd]

I feel like there’s more service members that deserve an award over a Hollywood actor. Just my personal opinion though.

[@stat3_0f_m1nd]

And yet their are still plenty of people that could’ve been chosen over him.

[@austin_madore9417]

Cry about it

[@Bprovo]

@@stat3_0f_m1ndfor the particular purpose this award was given, there would have been NOBODY more deserving. For other purposes, I am sure those individuals would be commended.

[@stat3_0f_m1nd]

@ Fair point.

[@maggiebostblessedlife]

​@@stat3_0f_m1ndno don't cave..keep your first opinion

[@joependleton6293]

Top honours 🎖 for A Top man ❤ respect 🌿

[@BOMBON187]

He's really playing the real life character of William Cage from *Edge of Tomorrow*

[@AdnanAhmed-cp2fz]

Who cares about Oscar when you got such Honor!

[@Mr.White1]

I was waiting for Tom to run off the stage with the medal

[@iroczo6627]

One of the few Hollywood Goats, 🙏

[@Area51_S4]

"Tom Cruise should have gotten this honour long ago... Better late than never

[@vd205]

Waouh! Nice. Congratulations to Tom. From France

[@thomasconnors7511]

Thanks to everyone involved in Top Gun and Maverick. Well deserved. .

[@Janette-l3w]

We lost a family member in a Navy incident, it took us years to get the true story. great little plaque ya got there Tommy. really just swell

[@Pieman29666]

Whats that have to do with him making movies that inspire to join up?

[@miki_9034]

​@@Pieman29666 The question is what happens to many of them after they finished their service? He gets the honor for acting like a service man but the real service men & women are languishing in PTSD, addiction, & homelessnes.

[@AudieHolland]

@@Pieman29666 Maverick's father was lost in action in enemy airspace and it took many years before Maverick learned the truth.

[@MAGASupremacy]

What sort of "incident"? Like an operation? Or training? Off duty at a bar? We need more details. For the record most of us have lost loved ones in the service. Thanks.

[@brooks9978]

No kidding. What a dumb award and idea. Awards for real heroes not actors

[@byronjaffe518]

What kind of background was that and the rocks on the floor

[@jacobeberhardt1649]

My family and i are all Sailors (my oldest brother was a marine, but we won't hold that against him, hahaha) and yeah dude. Top Gun Maverick alone is a better recruitment tool than anything the Navy has put out in the last decade. He deserves it

[@pendulumdistinction2494]

Gift! Cheers to the great cast of the USS Belleau-Wood (LHA-3) of Sasebo, Japan from 1997 to the hull swap with the USS Essex (LHD-2) which was the largest in the fleet which took place on July 26th, 2000. It was an absolute honor to work with some of the finest individuals representing the United States in a very special place. Here's a grand thank you to all who have served and supported everyone who has been in the service here and abroad across the globe. What an honor.

[@blairmcauley2497]

Congratulations Tom cruise one of the GOATS

[@SkyNetGeneral-]

Goats of cheap action films 😂

[@EuropeDominate]

Wow. Incredible person. Incredible speaker too.

[@romans6two338]

Congratulations Tom and thank you for the great movies that we have enjoyed all these decades.

[@izekhibbard9409]

My dad was stationed on the USS Enterprise during the filming of Top Gun. After Tom Cruise took off in the jet for the first time he vomited all over the cockpit. When he got back to the aircraft carrier, Tom Cruise tried to force someone else to clean it. The maintenance crew gave him a bucket and a rag. Tom Cruise was forced to clean up his mess by himself

[@d.b.1176]

Ok MAGAt

[@dinshawpocha4882]

So what!! It's really not that important right now.

[@warlockofwordschannel7901]

The USS Enterprise? Was Spock still chief lieutenant?

[@Rubeless]

Sailors have the best sea stories. That’s up there with luttrell taking on 300 taliban and escaping, without using but half a magazine. He had the last laugh making millions off his dead teammates.

[@gizmomac1520]

Hes the real Brand Ambassador for the military! Congrats Tom 🎊👏🏻

[@CaptainDarkFighter]

*I’m Tom Cruise, I’m in Scientology, and I do my own stunts! NOW CALL ACTION OR YOU’RE FIRED!*

[@oguz5717]

what exactly is your problem with scientology belief of him ? why you keep mentioning?

[@mellowjelloable]

@@oguz5717 Because people that believe in dumb beliefs and ideas should be called out.

[@maggiebostblessedlife]

​​@@oguz5717hey ask Tom to say xenu

[@aniruddhachatterjee9213]

He deserves much more appreciation than that medal.....He is really a gem of a person 💛 💗.....

[@ChristmasPhone-e5s]

Tom looks healthy! Haven't seen Tom in a while. Congrats

[@TheLyricsGuy]

Thank you for your service Tom Cruise

[@tubalcain1039]

Great!

[@martinsoppa]

Congratulations to you, Tom! You are truly a hero, not only in the movie theaters but also in people's hearts! You deserve this award.

[@spyder5876]

Why is this being done in the UK?

[@oneplusnewone5788]

USA is lucky to have him 🎉

[@astonguy8242]

Legend

[@mattlawson4727]

I remember when navy recruiters were hanging outside the theater, when Red October came out. Thank you Sean Connery 😂

[@scottbarkley496]

The Goat

[@SkyNetGeneral-]

Of cheap action movies ? No that’s Bruce Willis or Jason stratham 😂

[@scottbarkley496]

@SkyNetGeneral- troll

[@MDmamunMia-qf5hl]

My favourite actor Tom Cruise love you from Bangladesh❤❤

[@gogadev]

Choop bey. Abdroolaa bullaah guula kangladeshi. 😅

[@macklee6837]

So it was intentional propaganda after all.

[@Nightfox98]

after 30 years, he's actually starting to age

[@ericdeniz5413]

I hope you people realize now because of this video that you were watching Military propaganda movies .

[@steven2183]

"Yvan eht nioj" - from Party Posse's hit single "Drop Da Bomb"

[@DevinOtwell]

Well obviously. Most people have known that since they first started to pump out war films. Still enjoyable though .

[@truestark9718]

Yeah......I've always been on the side of "every movie about the military isn't an ad for the military" but they spelled it put quite clearly with this award. 😂

[@r.k.m9801]

All countries same for but it is your fault knowledge 😅😅😅

[@r.k.m9801]

All countries same for but it is your fault knowledge 😅😅😅

[@zenicehero9154]

He Deserves This Medals of Honor and Much More The Guys is a Hero!🎉

[@Dogman580]

Getting a metal for pretending to be a great solider and making millions doing it.

[@joske103]

You need to go back to school

[@Dogman580]

@@joske103 BTW nice picture, loser

[@marialewis6432]

This was SO SO GREAT ❤❤❤ he has done so much and well deserved 🎉

[@strandedpirate6346]

Really, a medal for inspiring how many to sign up, and die in war? This is what is being celebrated? 🤡

[@elwingy]

Absolutely well deserved. Guy should also get a medal for saving cinema

[@space_1073]

The propaganda award 😂

[@Kakkoii_otoko]

🙌 Congratulation! 🙌 Well deserved

[@missedinformation7068]

Xenu would be proud

[@r.k.m9801]

Yes all countries OLS but not Western countries

[@Major_Lexx]

Probably the greatest Actor of all time. I don't think the world will ever see another TC.

[@donnyguapo7746]

What a joke

[@miki_9034]

Its a clown world brother.

[@chermill93]

Sickening..

[@miki_9034]

I wonder how many kids joined the military & died in unnecessary wars because of this guy?

[@dinshawpocha4882]

Well I hope you feel better soon.

[@dinshawpocha4882]

​@@miki_9034 Maybe you could make a pointless video on KZbin and ask everyone, l personally don't know the answer myself because it's not important to me or anyone else.