Top Gun’s Tom Cruise says he has ‘a lot in common’ with Prince William amid shared passion

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Tom Cruise, 59, and Prince William, 39, rubbed shoulders tonight as they attended the red carpet at the London premiere for Top Gun: Maverick.The Hollywood actor revealed during the event that he and the Queen’s grandson “have a lot in common”.He explained: “We have a lot in common.

We both love England and we’re both aviators, we both love flying.”Tom was ecstatic to be able to attend the glamorous events after the coronavirus pandemic brought everything to a halt for almost two years.He continued to PA: “I love what I do, I’ve always enjoyed it and I’m enjoying it even more now.“Particularly after the last couple of years, just to have an event like this is extraordinary.”The star-studded event saw Prince William and Kate Middleton make a dazzling appearance together.While everyone on the red carpet posed for the photographers, Tom could be seen at one point holding Kate's hand as he helped her up some stairs.The Hollywood star was praised for his efforts in making the Duchess of Cambridge feel more comfortable.Some spectators took to Twitter to comment on the gesture, branding Tom a “gentleman”.Twitter user duchesskatefan_ said: "Tom Cruise being a perfect gentleman tonight!"Emma4AboutRoyal added: "Tom Cruise being a gentleman to the Duchess."Kate donned a show-stopping off-the-shoulder monochrome Roland Mouret dress and sparkling diamond earrings.Prince William also looked smart in a co-ordinated tailored tuxedo.Royal fans reacted to the couple’s arrival for the premiere, praising their immaculate style.A fan page for the royals with the username loveforcambridg wrote: "The most elegant and beautiful couple on the planet."Kayla Adams added: "The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge absolute ROCKINGGGGG this matching look at.