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Tom Cruise's Lifelong Tradition of Gifting Shoes to Co-Star Dakota Fanning
7 Nov
Summary
- Cruise has gifted Fanning shoes every year since they co-starred in 2005's "War of the Worlds"
- Cruise also gave Fanning her first cell phone, a Motorola Razr, for her 11th birthday
- Fanning says Cruise has "adapted" to her changing shoe size over the years

In a recent interview, actress Dakota Fanning revealed a heartwarming tradition that has lasted for nearly two decades between her and her former co-star, Tom Cruise. Fanning, who worked with Cruise in the 2005 film "War of the Worlds," shared that Cruise has been sending her nice shoes every year since they starred together.
When asked to clarify "what kind of shoes" Cruise sends her, Fanning simply stated, "They're nice shoes." She went on to explain that Cruise has "adapted" to her changing shoe size over the years, ensuring the gifts continue to fit. This thoughtful gesture from Cruise has not gone unnoticed by Fanning, who says she has "so many questions" about the actor's shoe-gifting tradition.
Cruise's generosity extends beyond just shoes, as Fanning also revealed that the actor gave her her first cell phone, a Motorola Razr, for her 11th birthday. "I loved having it. I loved it. I felt so cool," Fanning said, noting that Cruise has continued to send her birthday gifts each year since then.
The enduring relationship and thoughtful gestures between Cruise and Fanning serve as a heartwarming example of the lasting bonds that can form between co-stars, even years after a project has wrapped. Fanning's candid and appreciative comments about Cruise's kindness over the decades provide a glimpse into the personal side of their professional relationship.




