How Scientology Has Affected Tom Cruise's Life
He may be one of the biggest stars in Hollywood, but these days, Tom Cruise may be best known for his ties with the Church of Scientology. The actor has become the poster boy for the Church, and despite dozens of rumors, he hasn't quit Scientology — though the controversy surrounding the religion has only increased. Scroll down to learn more about how Scientology has impacted both his personal life and career. His first wife introduced him to the religion Tom didn't discover Scientology on his own — it was first wife Mimi Rogers, a Scientologist herself, who encouraged him to join, and he did so in 1986. Over the years, Tom has become the religion's most famous face. The Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre International in Los Angeles. (Photo Credit: Getty Images) He's a proud member "It's something that has helped me incredibly in my life. I've been a Scientologist for over 30 years,...
- 3/9/2018
- by Stephanie Kaplan
- In Touch Weekly
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