Tom Cruise Praises Kate Middleton at Digger Premiere

Tom Cruise Lavishes Praise on Kate Middleton at Digger Premiere

The Hollywood star gushed about the royal couple’s charm during the Los Angeles debut of his new film and hinted at his return to the driver’s seat in the upcoming Days of Thunder sequel.

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Tom Cruise stepped onto the Los Angeles carpet for the Digger premiere and immediately turned the spotlight onto the British royals he had just met in London. The actor told Extra’s Terri Seymour that he holds deep admiration for Prince William and Kate Middleton, describing them as "beautiful people" with a "great sense of humor" and "incredible sense of humor". He added that Kate’s dress was "stunning" and that the couple’s dedication to their country left a lasting impression.

Cruise’s comments came as the film, which he calls "the most original" he’s ever worked on, begins to gather Oscar chatter. He called the title character "outrageous" and said the script lets the lead say things most people would never think to utter. "It’s totally outrageous," he repeated, underscoring his enthusiasm for the project’s bold tone.

When the conversation shifted to his next big venture, the star confirmed that the Days of Thunder sequel will see him back in the driver’s seat. "Oh, yeah. Of course… I’ve gotta drive the cars," Cruise answered, confirming that his new role as Cole Trickle will again involve high‑speed action. He also hinted at aerial sequences, noting, "I’ve gotta fly the planes too. That’s the deal."

The interview also touched on a personal habit Cruise has kept since childhood. He told Seymour that he still maintains a handwritten list of goals, a practice he first discussed in GQ. "I always write down the goals," he said, adding that the list has evolved but remains a constant companion.

Fans of the franchise will likely welcome the promise of more high‑octane thrills, while the royal fanbase gets a fresh endorsement from one of Hollywood’s biggest names. Whether Digger’s Oscar hopes translate into awards remains to be seen, but Cruise’s glowing remarks have already given the film a boost in buzz.

The next step for the actor is to hit the set for the sequel, slated for a summer release next year. As the calendar ticks down, audiences can expect more updates from Cruise’s camp, and perhaps another glimpse of the royal couple’s reaction to his upcoming work.

For now, the combination of a royal shout‑out and a promise of more car chases makes the Digger premiere one of the most talked‑about events of the season.