Popular Hollywood actor Tom Cruise has been honored with the highest civilian award from the U.S. Navy for his contributions to promoting military service. This was reported by the Associated Press, as noted by UNN.
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It is highlighted that the 62-year-old star of the "Top Gun" films was personally recognized by U.S. Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro. From his hands, Cruise received a medal - coincidentally, with a blue and yellow ribbon.
In 1986, after the release of the first part of the Cold War ace duology "Top Gun," the U.S. Navy experienced such a significant increase in volunteers that recruitment stations were even set up in theaters. The 2022 sequel also sparked a surge of interest in military service.
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