Thomas Cruise Mapother IV, known as Tom Cruise, is an American actor and film producer. He is regarded as a Hollywood icon and has received numerous accolades, including an Honorary Palme d'Or, an Academy Honorary Award, and three Golden Globes, in addition to nominations for four competitive Academy Awards. Cruise rose to fame in the 1980s with roles in films such as Risky Business, Top Gun, and Rain Man. He is also known for performing his own stunts in action franchises like Mission: Impossible. His career spans over four decades, making him one of the most recognizable and highest-grossing actors in film history.