Tom Cruise was seen on a red carpet for the first time in eight months as he attended the 95th Annual Oscars Nominees Luncheon at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills on Monday.
The Top Gun: Maverick star was there to support the 2022 blockbuster summer film that has received several Oscar nominations, including Best Picture.
The ex of Nicole Kidman and Katie Holmes looked different at the splashy afternoon event as he wore his hair longer and had a deep summer tan.
It has been many months since the 60-year-old – who will reportedly attend King Charles’ coronation – posed on a red carpet; the last time was in June 2022 for a Top Gun: Maverick event in Seoul, South Korea.
Also at the event were Oscar nominees Jamie Lee Curtis, who was there for her film Everything Everywhere All At Once and Michelle Williams who is plugging The Fabelmans.
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The boy is back: Tom Cruise was seen on a red carpet for the first time in eight months as he attended the annual Academy Award luncheon in Los Angeles on Monday
Hanging in there: The Top Gun: Maverick star was there to support the 2022 blockbuster summer film. The action-packed movie has received several Oscar nominations
A handshake and a conversation: Cruise took time out to chat up Michelle Yeoh who is nominated for Everything Everywhere All At Once
Cruise was all cleaned up for the hob-knobbing event that sees some of the most powerful people in Hollywood break bread together.
Dressed to impress in a very fine suit, he beamed with pride as he shook hands with Top Gun producer Jerry Bruckheimer.
Tom looked happy to be at the event as he smiled at onlookers but there was something very different about his appearance.
Gone are the short locks and vanilla complexion. On Monday he looked as if he had just stepped off a beach in Hawaii.
Tom dressed in a nicely tailored navy blue striped three piece suit with the jacket buttoned only once.
The Days Of Thunder star added a crisp white dress shirt and lavender silk tie with purple accents in a diamond print.
The Mission: Impossible standout shoes were sleek black dress shoes that laced up and had dotted accents.
The Cocktail star was also seen having an intimate conversation with Michelle Yeoh.
Hey Yeoh: Yeoh looked elegant in a sparkly black suit that included a jacket with pockets and very wide-legged slacks. Her long black hair was worn down in soft barrel curls as she waved to fans
Glow for it: The film star absolutely glowed when posing on the carpet as she showed off diamond earrings that radiated while in front of the cameras
Yeoh looked elegant in a sparkly black suit that included a jacket with pockets and very wide-legged slacks.
The jacket had little hits of purple and lavender colored sequins on the lapels that added a little extra razzle dazzle.
Her long black hair was worn down in soft barrel curls as she waved to fans.
And she had on a bulky computer watch that looked like it could do fast IMDB checks.
The film star absolutely glowed when posing on the carpet as she showed off diamond earrings that radiated while in front of the cameras.
There were plenty of other A-list stars at the classy luncheon.
Always in fine form: Also at the event was Oscar nominees Jamie Lee Curtis, who was there for her film Everything Everywhere All At Once
Class act: The Hollywood star had on a pant suit in a very pale baby blue color; the jacket was nicely cinched at the waistline with an asymmetrical hem. Her slacks had a line down the front as if she was about to take on a board room. Curtis held onto a black clutch purse as she flashed a silver watch and matching rings, but she relied on pearls for her necklace and earrings
She got her hands on TC! Curtis went in for an embrace with Tom as they came face to face for a friendly hello
Having some good fun on the carpet: from left, Curtis, Daniel Kwan, Daniel Scheinert and Jonathan Wang
Tony Curtis’ movie star daughter Jamie Lee Curtis looked almost business like in contrast.
The veteran Hollywood star had on a pant suit in a very pale baby blue color; the jacket was nicely cinched at the waistline with an asymmetrical hem.
Her slacks had a line down the front as if she was about to take on a board room.
Curtis held onto a black clutch purse as she flashed a silver watch and matching rings, but she relied on pearls for her necklace and earrings.
And the talented performer – who has been in everything from Perfect to True Lies to Freaky Friday – wore her signature short gray hair nicely combed as she modeled frosty makeup.
The Halloween star was at the lunch as she is nominated for the hit film Everything Everywhere All At Once.
Michelle Williams made a daring move by eschewing a satin gown in favor of a much more casual look.
Michelle Williams made a daring move by eschewing a satin gown in favor of a much more casual look
A fashion statement: The Dawson’s Creek veteran had on a blue denim shirt-sleeved jacket and matching skirt with buttons down the front. Her legs were bare. On her feet were a pair of pointy shiny black Mary Jane shoes with kitten heels and diamond balls on the sides. She added a few rings and small earrings
Her director: At one point the movie star posed with her director Steven Spielberg. Together they are promoting their new film The Fabelmans
He seemed to say hello to everyone! Cruise also posed with, from left, Michelle Williams, Hong Chau, and Steven Spielberg attend the 95th Academy Awards Nominees Luncheon
He made the scene as well: The Fabelmans star Judd Hirsch – who is best known for the long-running TV series Taxi – also posed away on the carpet
So much talent in this trip! From left, Hirsh, Williams and director Spielberg side by side
The Dawson’s Creek veteran had on a blue denim shirt-sleeved jacket and matching skirt with buttons down the front. Her legs were bare.
On her feet were a pair of pointy shiny black Mary Jane shoes with kitten heels and diamond balls on the sides.
The ex of the late Heath Ledger added a few rings and small earrings.
Her hair was worn in a sleek shirt bob as she went with pale pink makeup and did not carry a purse.
At one point the movie star posed with her director Steven Spielberg. Together they are promoting their new film The Fabelmans.
The synopsis: Young Sammy Fabelman falls in love with movies after his parents take him to see ‘The Greatest Show on Earth.’ Armed with a camera, Sammy starts to make his own films at home, much to the delight of his supportive mother.
Austin Butler was also at the Hilton Hotel event on Monday.
The actor looked sharp in a light gray double-breasted suit with a slightly unbuttoned shirt and no tie.
California native Butler was the luncheon as he is nominated for his turn as the King of Rock N Roll in the film Elvis.
While on the carpet, he put his arm around Colin Farrell as they seemed to be very good friends. Farrell’s latest film is The Banshees of Inisherin.
He rocked it: Austin Butler was also at the Hilton Hotel event on Monday. The actor looked sharp in a light gray double-breasted suit with a slightly unbuttoned shirt and no tie
He has movie star written all over him: California native Butler was the luncheon as he is nominated for his turn as the King of Rock N Roll in the film Elvis
Old buddies arm in arm on the red carpet: Austin took a moment to put his arm around pal Colin Farrell, left
Cate Blanchett was one of the most elegant women at the star-studded lunch event.
The Australian born superstar was a breath of fresh air in her creamy yellow butter beige suit that consisted of a fitted double-breasted blazer and wide-legged slacks.
The siren added a matching coat over her slender shoulders and she had on black pointy stiletto heels.
The beauty wore her honey blonde hair back in a casual bun as she added beige eye shadow.
The versatile actress was at the event as she has been Oscar nominated for her electric performance in the movie Tar.
The film from director Todd Field is about renowned musician Lydia Tár.
She is days away from recording the symphony that will elevate her career, according to the synopsis.
‘When all elements seem to conspire against her, Lydia’s adopted daughter Petra becomes an integral emotional support for her struggling mother,’ the breakdown read.
Looks like she is ready for her Vogue cover: Cate Blanchett was one of the most elegant women at the star-studded lunch event
She has an Oscar glow: The Australian born superstar was a breath of fresh air in her creamy yellow butter beige suit that consisted of a fitted double-breasted blazer and wide-legged slacks. The siren added a matching coat over her slender shoulders and she had on black pointy stiletto heels
Angela Bassett took a chance on her eye-popping suit.
The 64-year-old star of the hit 2022 film Black Panther: Wakanda Forever wore a royal blue and white striped suit with matching shirt.
The same material was used for her blazer, her shirt with tie, and her bell bottom slacks, making for quite the visual delight even if it did border on a circus look.
Bassett had plenty of charm to carry off the stunning design.
Bassett – who is wed to Courtney B Vance – wore her dark chocolate locks down over her shoulders which held a white purse.
Wow: Angela Bassett took a chance on her eye-popping suit. The 64-year-old star of the hit 2022 film Black Panther: Wakanda Forever wore a royal blue and white striped suit with matching shirt
Tom Hanks’ wife Rita Wilson could also be spied at the bash.
The Sleepless In Seattle actress turned movie producer wore a beige and black dress as she waved to fans and onlookers.
The 66-year-old star got props for producing the film My Big Fat Greek Wedding. More recently, she helped put together Tom’s latest film, A Man Called Otto.
The beauty has been wed to Tom since 1988.
Pure elegance: Tom Hanks’ wife Rita Wilson could also be spied at the bash. The Sleepless In Seattle actress turned movie producer wore a beige and black dress as she waved to fans and onlookers
Props to this producer: The 66-year-old star got props for producing the film My Big Fat Greek Wedding. More recently, she helped put together Tom’s latest film, A Man Called Otto
Friends everywhere:(2nd L-R) Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences CEO Bill Kramer, Diane Warren, and guest
Brendan Fraser could not be missed.
The actor is best known for his movies School Ties and Encino Man, has a new movie to promote.
The 90s veteran has been getting rave reviews – and a coveted Oscar nomination – for his work in the dramatic film The Whale.
On Monday, the former teen heartthrob looked like a sophisticated male lead as he wore a black suit with matching tie and a white shirt.
The actor added black framed prescription glasses.
The 54-year-old star recently expressed that he would be interested in rebooting his old film franchise, The Mummy.
Whale talk: Brendan Fraser could not be missed. The actor is best known for his movies School Ties and Encino Man, has a new movie to promote. The 90s veteran has been getting rave reviews – and a coveted Oscar nomination – for his work in the dramatic film The Whale
Jenny Slate sure knew how to stand out at the luncheon.
The dark-haired beauty with the almond eyes wore a fire engine red outfit that made the most of her curvy figure.
The dress had large extensions on her shoulders that lent a Star Trek feel that just worked.
The neckline was low enough to be a tiny bit scandalous and the dress came in to show off her trim waistline.
The 40-year-old Slate is a stand-up comedian and writer. Born and raised in Milton, Massachusetts, Slate was educated at Milton Academy and studied literature at Columbia University, where she became involved in the improv and comedy scene.
She is best known for her films The Secret Life Of Pets, Zootopia, Gifted and I Want You Back.
Sizzling haute: Jenny Slate sure knew how to stand out at the luncheon. The dark-haired beauty with the almond eyes wore a fire engine red outfit that made the most of her curvy figure
Beam us up, Jenny: The dress had large extensions on her shoulders that lent a Star Trek feel that just worked. The neckline was low enough to be a tiny bit scandalous and the dress came in to show off her trim waistline
A good slate: The 40-year-old Slate is a stand-up comedian and writer. Born and raised in Milton, Massachusetts, Slate was educated at Milton Academy and studied literature at Columbia University, where she became involved in the improv and comedy scene. She is best known for her films The Secret Life Of Pets, Zootopia, Gifted and I Want You Back
A new look: Sarah Polley wore a dark jacket with a red shirt and blue slacks with black shoes
Stephanie Hsu certainly made a last impression.
The 32-year-old star of Everything Everywhere All At Once looked chic in a black and white dress that seemed to be both masculine and feminine.
The beauty from Torrance, California had on a white dress shirt with a black bow tie.
Beneath that she wore a black and white strapless mini dress that ended above her knee, and she added black strappy heels.
Hsu kept her glam simple with her dark hair worn parted to the side and down one side. Her makeup was minimal and she added small stud pearl earrings.
Tia Carrere of the film Wayne’s World looked shapely in a low cut black dress with a maroon purse on her arm. She gave a thumb’s up to onlookers.
Fun with this look: Stephanie Hsu certainly made a last impression. The 32-year-old star of Everything Everywhere All At Once looked chic in a black and white dress that seemed to be both masculine and feminine
A new trend: Beneath that she wore a black and white strapless mini dress that ended above her knee, and she added black strappy heels
A big thumbs up from this Hollywood veteran: Tia Carrere of the film Wayne’s World looked shapely in a low cut black dress
