Tom Cruise says he and Prince William 'have a lot in common' at Top Gun movie premiere

Tom Cruise and the creative team behind, there were many factors to consider when it came to developing the long-awaited sequel to the beloved 1986 action flick. From a storyline that brought Cruise's character, Pete «Maverick» Mitchell, back on board with a cast of talented young recruits, to the logistics of filming in real-life fighter jets, the producers and stars pulled out all the stops to create a jaw-dropping follow-up to the high-flying original.Of course, that also meant answering some questions about Maverick's closest relationships from the original film.

Top Gun: Maverick (★★★☆☆).The folks in the high-flying sequel might as well be throwing their barbs at Maverick star Tom Cruise, who proved himself a box office draw 36 years ago with the phenomenal success of Top Gun, the film that cemented his brash onscreen persona.The courageous, grinning, gunning Little Engine that will always out-hustle his competition no longer radiates that same insatiable hunger. But Cruise — and Maverick — still move like men with something left to prove.Introduced living in an old Navy air hangar somewhere in the Mojave, Pete Mitchell is still a maverick after all these years, still forgoing a helmet while speeding around on his motorcycle, still ranked captain despite decades in service, and still risking his life for Navy and country as a test pilot for a Mach 9 program.

Greg 'Tarzan' Davis quit his job as an elementary school teacher in Louisiana to pursue his dream of acting. Five years on, he's about to hit the big screen alongside the biggest movie star in the world, Tom Cruise, in Top Gun: Maverick - and next year's Mission:Impossible 7.Exclusive: Top Gun: Maverick star shares details of meeting 'engaging' Prince William and Kate MiddletonIt was a risk that paid off, and Tarzan says that he and Tom are now "brothers for life" after first meeting when he was cast in the sequel to the hit 1986 film Top Gun.

Prince William and Kate Middleton have been praised by the stars of Top Gun: Maverick after the glamorous London royal premiere.READ: Prince William reveals George, Charlotte and Louis's reaction to their parents' glitzy Top Gun outingGreg 'Tarzan' Davis shared details of meeting the British royals, and called them "disarming," sharing that they made everyone feel comfortable and that it "felt I had known them for so long".WATCH: Prince William and Kate Middleton resemble movie stars as they greet crowds"It can be a little intimidating, there are so many rules in place and I thought, 'oh if I mess up, what may happen?' but they are so disarming, I felt I had known them for so long and William was very engaging," he shared with HELLO!Movie star Tom Cruise and legendary producer Jerry Bruckheimer introduced the royal couple to the film's stars, including Jennifer Connolly and Glen Powell, who were lined up against the backdrop of a real P51 fighter plane, like the one Tom pilots in the film.GALLERY: Duchess Kate and Prince William resemble movie stars at Top Gun: Maverick premiere "William had wandered past and then came back to talk to me more - we had a nice long talk, it was an incredible experience," Tarzan added.But he joked that he couldn't share what their conversation was about, quipping: "See if I tell you I may not be invited back to London!" Tarzan greeting Duchess Kate and Prince WilliamJennifer recently spoke about what it was like to meet Prince William and Kate, sharing that the meeting with the Duke, in particular, was a special one since it tied back to her meeting with his mother, Princess Diana.She revealed that this was her second royal premiere following one for the 1986 movie Labyrinth, where she got

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Jon Hamm during a talk show visit on Wednesday recalled meeting Prince William and Kate Middleton at the recent London premiere of Top Gun: Maverick.The 51-year-old actor while promoting the sequel on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon said the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge 'couldn't be nicer'.'It was black-tie, so we're all in tuxedos. And Prince William had on his tuxedo shoes, embroidered F-18s,' Jon said. Royal interaction:Jon Hamm during a talk show visit on Wednesday recalled meeting Prince William and Kate Middleton at the recent London premiere of Top Gun: Maverick'Wow,' said Jimmy, 47.'Very cool Top Gun tuxedo shoes,' Jon said.

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his nearly 40-year career in Hollywood. The 59-year-old star is promoting his highly anticipated “Top Gun: Maverick” sequel film. When asked what he does on his days off, the actor replied that he’s not sure because he’s never taken any PTO.

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Rebecca Rubin Film and Media ReporterWhen “Top Gun: Maverick” takes flight in North American theaters on Friday, ticket sales for the oft-delayed tentpole may break through the stratosphere.Thanks to stellar reviews and a healthy dose of nostalgia, Paramount and Skydance’s star-spangled action film — starring Tom Cruise as a fighter pilot who feels the need for speed — is expected to generate a blockbuster $85 million to $100 million over the weekend. Through Memorial Day on Monday, domestic box office receipts could fly as high as $130 million.

Jennifer Connelly is facing her flying fears. In a recent interview with Good Morning America, the actress, 51, admitted that flying isn't her "favorite" thing to do despite the movie being about airplanes.

Tom Cruise's first ex-wife Mimi Rogers glowed when she attended the star-studded Gracie Awards this Tuesday.The 66-year-old actress encased her enviable hourglass frame in a skintight floral gown that brought a splash of summery flair to the red carpet.Accentuating her unmistakable features with makeup, she wore her dark hair down and added a touch of glitz with earrings. Looking fab:Tom Cruise's first ex-wife Mimi Rogers glowed when she attended the star-studded Gracie Awards this TuesdayMimi, whose roles include Barbra Streisand's sister in The Mirror Has Two Faces, accessorized with a large black clutch and a pair of matching heels.Thrown by the Alliance For Women In Media Foundation, the Gracie Awards honor women-centric media and entertainment.

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Jon Hamm remembers the excitement of the first day on set of "Top Gun: Maverick" with Tom Cruise.  In an interview with TODAY, Hamm, 51, spoke about working with the film’s star in the newly released movie. "I’ll never forget my first day on set, there’s Tom Cruise, and he says 'Hey,' comes up, gives me a big hug and says, 'It’s so good to have you here,’" Hamm shared during the interview. Jonn Hamm remembers his first day on set of "Top Gun: Maverick" with Tom Cruise.

Jennifer Connelly has had two British royal experiences that took place 35 years apart.Last week the 51-year-old Hollywood actress met Prince William and his wife Kate Middleton at the royal premiere of her new movie Top Gun: Maverick with Tom Cruise held at London's Leicester Square.And 35-years ago, the beauty met William's mother Princess Diana at the 1986 Royal Command Premiere of her film Labyrinth in London.The acting veteran toldEntertainment Tonight that both experiences were 'special' to her. Royal hello: Jennifer Connelly told ET that when she met Prince William with his wife Kate Middleton on May 19 at the London Top Gun: Maverick premiere, it was not her first brush with British royaltyOn Monday in NYC when ET asked Connelly if she had ever met other British royals besides William and Kate she said yes.

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