Hollywood icon Tim Allen recently shared a hilarious and slightly nerve-wracking encounter involving Tom Cruise during a stand-up set at the Laugh Factory. The incident took place at the Cannes Film Festival during the premiere of “Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning.”
Allen, known for his role as Buzz Lightyear in the “Toy Story” franchise, couldn’t contain his reaction to a high-speed car stunt in the film that he felt was over-the-top. In a moment of spontaneity, he shouted “Bull—-!” at the screen, causing the theater to fall silent and all eyes to turn towards him.
As the audience reacted, someone humorously called him out, referencing his iconic “Toy Story” character. Feeling embarrassed, Allen tried to diffuse the situation by jokingly apologizing and brushing it off as a playful remark. However, Cruise, who was in attendance, didn’t let the incident go unnoticed.
After the movie ended, Cruise approached Allen and, despite the comedian’s initial fear, the interaction was surprisingly cordial. Remembering his grandfather’s advice to “eat crow while it’s fresh,” Allen mustered up the courage to apologize to Cruise, who reportedly handled the situation with grace.
In a comedic twist, Allen couldn’t resist poking fun at Cruise’s affiliation with Scientology, joking that the actor may have put a spell on him. Cruise, known for his dedication to performing his own stunts and his involvement in Scientology, is no stranger to light-hearted banter about his beliefs.
During his stand-up set, Allen shared various anecdotes about Hollywood life, but the Cruise incident stood out as a memorable and amusing moment. The story highlighted the dynamic between two Hollywood heavyweights and showcased Allen’s quick wit and ability to navigate a potentially awkward situation with humor.
