Tom Cruise attended the Oasis reunion concert on July 25 at Wembley Stadium in London, surprising many given the band‘s past disparaging remarks about the actor. Cruise, a leading Hollywood figure since the 1980s with a long list of successful films, has faced both praise and criticism throughout his career. His presence at the concert marked an unexpected moment of reconciliation, highlighting his ability to move beyond past conflicts.
Oasis Band Members’ Candid Dislike for Tom Cruise
In the 2007 documentary Lord Don’t Slow Me Down, Oasis members Noel and Liam Gallagher openly expressed their disdain for Cruise. Noel described him bluntly, saying,
“He’s a little f***er, and he’s not been in one good film in his entire career,”
while Liam escalated the criticism with,
“I hate Tom Cruise. B****rd. Him and [footballer] Michael Owen.”
These strong words set the stage for a notable past tension between the actor and the rock band.
Meeting in Berlin Helps Defuse Past Tensions
Two years after those remarks, Cruise confronted the Gallagher brothers in Berlin in 2009 when both parties were in town—Cruise for promoting his film Valkyrie, and the Gallaghers for a concert. Initially, Cruise walked past the band members but soon made a U-turn to address the issue. According to reports, the encounter was calm and friendly rather than confrontational. Cruise even reminded Liam Gallagher about his positive comments regarding the 1988 movie Cocktail. The meeting ended amicably with no lingering animosity, making Cruise’s later attendance at Wembley less unexpected.
Tom Cruise Enjoys Concert with Ana de Armas and Other Celebrities
The actor attended the Wembley show accompanied by Ana de Armas, known for her role in Eden, reportedly his girlfriend. He was also seen with Goldie, an English DJ and music producer, among other notable guests. The concert drew several celebrities such as singer Dua Lipa and her fiancé Callum Turner, British TV host Davina McCall, singer Lewis Capaldi, and Kyle Falconer, the frontman of The View. The star-studded attendance underscored the event’s high profile in the entertainment world.
Oasis Reunion Demonstrates Healing and Shared Enjoyment
There are no available reports confirming if Cruise met Oasis members backstage before or after the show, but his relaxed demeanor during the concert suggests past grievances no longer affect him. The actor appeared to genuinely enjoy the reunion performance, indicating that any previous ill feelings between him and the band have been set aside. This encounter demonstrates how longstanding tensions in the public eye can eventually give way to cordial interactions in shared cultural moments.
