Archive · 20 Jul 2025
Rebecca De Mornay Recalls Working with Tom Cruise in 'Risky Business'
Rebecca De Mornay, who starred with Tom Cruise in the 1983 film 'Risky Business,' shared her thoughts on Cruise's successful career.
They dated briefly after the movie.
De Mornay expressed how proud she is of Cruise, noting their shared beginnings and his ability to understand what audiences want.
She described him as someone who truly understands the current cultural trends.
Cruise's early career included roles in 'Risky Business' and 'Top Gun,' which launched him into stardom.
He is known for starring in science fiction and action films.
Rebecca De Mornay discusses her connection with Tom Cruise from the 1983 film 'Risky Business'.
De Mornay and Cruise dated for two and a half years in the 1980s.
De Mornay expressed pride in Cruise's career trajectory.
She described Cruise as a 'brilliant interpreter' of the cultural zeitgeist.
Cruise gained stardom in the 1980s with roles in 'Risky Business' and 'Top Gun'.
- Who
- Rebecca De Mornay and Tom Cruise
- What
- Actress Rebecca De Mornay discussed her relationship with Tom Cruise and his career.
- When
- The interview was conducted recently, referencing their relationship in the 1980s.
- Where
- The filming of 'Risky Business' took place in the suburbs of Chicago.
- Why
- De Mornay was reflecting on her past relationship with Cruise and his career.
- Movie
- 'Risky Business'
- Actors
- Rebecca De Mornay and Tom Cruise
- Relationship Length
- Two and a half years
- Years of Dating
- 1980s
- First collaboration
- Risky Business (1983)