Tom Cruise’s unconventional acceptance speech
Tom Cruise has given one of the most unique acceptance speeches at the 2023 MTV Movie & TV Awards.
The 60-year-old, who famously performs his own stunts and is a licensed pilot himself, delivered a pre-recorded speech on May 7 while flying a World War II propeller plane.
Cruise won best performance in a movie for Top Gun: Maverick.
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“Hi everyone, thank you so much for this award,” he said from the cockpit. “I make these films for you. I love you. I love entertaining you. To know how much you enjoy it, how much you appreciate it, there’s just no better feeling.”
In his acceptance speech, Cruise appears to be piloting the P-51 Mustang plane that he owns, which was featured in Top Gun: Maverick.
“You have a wonderful summer," Cruise said in his speech. "Thank you again for letting me entertain you. It’s an absolute privilege. We’ll see you at the movies.”
Cruise also recorded a similar message from the same plane that was played for King Charles II during the coronation concert on May 8.
“Pilot to pilot," Cruise said. "Your Majesty, you can be my wingman any time.”
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