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Mimi Rogers: The Scientology Link Tom Cruise Can't Forget
5 Oct
Summary
- Mimi Rogers, Tom Cruise's first wife, recently returned to the red carpet.
- Rogers is credited with introducing Cruise to Scientology.
- The actress reflected on maintaining identity amid Cruise's fame.
Mimi Rogers, the first wife of Hollywood star Tom Cruise, has recently made a return to the public eye at the age of 70. She attended the premiere of her film 'What Happened to Doris?' on September 20, marking a significant moment in her career that spans over four decades.
Rogers and Cruise were married from 1987 to 1990. During their union, Cruise credited Rogers with helping him become more open as an actor and person. She was instrumental in introducing Cruise to the Church of Scientology, a philosophy she grew up with through her father, a prominent member. While Rogers is no longer a member, Cruise has become one of the most recognizable Scientologists globally.
Despite their public affection at the time, the couple announced their separation in 1990, citing unresolved issues. Following their divorce finalized in February 1990, Cruise went on to marry Nicole Kidman. Rogers later married producer Chris Ciaffa in 2003 and has two children. She has previously spoken about the difficulty of being perceived solely as 'Tom Cruise's wife' and the media's focus on their age difference.
