Nearly 20 years ago, when she was just 11 years old, Dakota Fanning shared the big screen with Tom Cruise in “War of the Worlds.” Ever since the film, the now 30-year-old actress has been especially pampered by the renowned actor.
During her appearance on ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show’ on Wednesday, June 5, Dakota revealed that Tom Cruise not only acted as a mentor on set but also gifted her her first cellphone—a Motorola Razr—for her birthday back in the day. The thoughtful gesture from the renowned actor left a lasting impression on the young star.
But that’s not the only gift she has received from him… far from it. “He always sends me the same thing every year,” she disclosed. “When I was little, I really liked shoes. I started to be able to wear adult-sized shoes when I was on the tour promoting ‘War of the Worlds.’ I was very excited! Since that birthday, he always sends me shoes,” she added.
Dakota Fanning: “It’s so thoughtful”
This gesture deeply touches the actress. “He remembers every year. I always thought maybe when I turn 18 or 21, he would stop. But a few years ago, he told me he likes to keep up with my news. It’s so thoughtful, and I really appreciate it,” she also told Entertainment Tonight.
On February 23, Dakota Fanning celebrated her 30th birthday, thus receiving this traditional gift from Tom Cruise once again. For this special day, the American star dazzled in a satin corset dress from Dolce & Gabanna’s Fall/Winter 2024 collection. “I’m very grateful for all the opportunities I have now and in the past. I want to focus on being present and enjoying it, without ever overthinking,” she also shared.
**Ce Cadeau Étonnant Que Tom Cruise Offre Chaque Année à une Actrice Depuis 20 Ans**
This article first appeared on grazia.fr – Author: Elodie Charrière
