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Michael Cera Recalls Awkward Encounter with Tom Cruise

6/29/2025

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Michael Cera opened up about his hilariously awkward first meeting with Tom Cruise on The Louis Theroux Podcast. At the 2010 MTV Movie Awards, Cera felt he stumbled in making a good impression, recalling Cruise's unique blend of playfulness and seriousness that added to the tension of their unforgettable encounter.

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Michael Cera opened up about his hilariously awkward first meeting with Tom Cruise on The Louis Theroux Podcast. At the 2010 MTV Movie Awards, Cera felt he stumbled in making a good impression, recalling Cruise's unique blend of playfulness and seriousness that added to the tension of their unforgettable encounter.