Dduring an interview with her “Ripley” co-star Andrew Scott For Harper's Bazaar, dakota fanning She recalled the first time she received a cell phone. It was a gift from none other than himself. tom cruise.
As we talked about various topics, Scott You correctly answered the question “Who gave Dakota her first cell phone?” His answer is: tom cruise.
fanning The now 30-year-old explained: Cruise gave her a Motorola Razr for her 11th birthdayit happened in 2005 when they were working together on the movie “War of the Worlds.”
I asked her if she was excited about the gift. fanning “Oh my god, I'm so excited,” I exclaimed.
Considering the practicality of the gift, fanning He humorously admitted that at his age, he didn't have anyone to call or text.
“You know, I was 11 years old,” she joked. “But I loved having it. I loved it. It felt so cool.”
Cruise remains in contact with Fanning.
The Twilight actress also revealed: tom cruise Since that memorable birthday, she has continued to send birthday presents every year.
He also mentioned that he received a present on his 30th birthday recently, and expressed his gratitude. Cruise's consideration. Scott She playfully added, “He didn't give me anything.” There's a special bond between Fanning and Cruise.
In the interview, fanning She looked back on her experience working with big-name celebrities from a young age. cruise and others pointed out that she did not feel afraid because it had become a normal part of her life.
“I was used to being around people who were considered 'intimidating,' so I think that may have numbed that side of me a little bit,” she declared.
Tom doesn't have the same relationship with his daughter Suri.
Tom's relationship and fanning In contrast to what he has with his daughter, Pickpocket.
Their relationship had been strained since her mother. katie holmesI filed for divorce in 2012.
meanwhile tom He kept his financial promise to his daughter, but he has not seen her since.