Tom Cruise’s growing friendship with Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce has sparked speculation that the Hollywood star could also benefit professionally from the high-profile connection. The Mission: Impossible star, 64, recently joined Swift and Kelce at a Kansas City Chiefs game before appearing on the Kelce brothers’ podcast while promoting his upcoming film Digger. According to sources cited by Rob Shutter, Cruise’s connection with the couple could help introduce his work to a younger audience. “Tom knows exactly what he’s doing, ” an unnamed insider said, suggesting that being around Swift could put Cruise in front of younger fans who know him but may not necessarily buy tickets to his films. That could be significant when Digger arrives in October. Unlike another Top Gun or Mission: Impossible sequel, the film is an original project, making its release a bigger gamble. Swift, however, reportedly views the friendship more casually. “She’s flattered, ” the source said. “This is Tom Cruise — one of the biggest movie stars on the planet. Now he wants to hang out with Taylor and Travis. She thinks it’s hilarious and fun. ” The source also claimed Swift understands the attention surrounding their friendship and does not appear concerned if both sides benefit from the association. “Taylor isn’t naïve. She knows Tom benefits enormously from being photographed with her, ” the insider said, adding that Swift also grew up watching Cruise’s films. Another source suggested Cruise is fully aware of the attention generated by his appearances with Swift and Kelce. “Tom doesn’t accidentally end up in the most photographed box in America, ” the source said. “He knows exactly where the cameras are — and right now, Taylor is the biggest camera magnet on earth. ”
Tom Cruise’s Taylor Swift friendship sparks speculation over Hollywood boost
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