Despite Tom Cruise’s illustrious acting career, the Oscar statuette has continued to elude him.
Recently, Cruise’s absence from the Oscars sparked headlines and speculation. Official sources cited scheduling conflicts due to his filming commitments in a remote location.
However, fans and insiders questioned this reasoning, especially given that his film *Top Gun: Maverick* was nominated in six categories and even secured a win. The chance to finally claim an Oscar seemed too significant to skip.
Adding fuel to the fire, Cruise attended the nominees’ luncheon just before the ceremony. The unexpected no-show on Oscar night coincided with Nicole Kidman’s presence on the red carpet, leading fans to speculate that avoiding an encounter with his ex-wife was the real reason.
Kidman, accompanied by her husband Keith Urban, dazzled in a sleek black maxi dress adorned with fabric flowers, drawing admiration from all, including Urban himself.
Sources told the *Daily Mail* that Cruise intentionally avoided the event to steer clear of any awkward moments with Kidman, whom he divorced in 2001.
While rumors of their split suggest differences over Scientology, the former couple once represented Hollywood’s golden pair after marrying in 1990 and adopting two children. Whether coincidence or intention, Cruise’s absence remains a topic of intrigue.
