The career trajectory of a Hollywood star never lies in stone, as versatility marks a key trait for ensuring continued success. Going by this mantra, Anne Hathaway has come a long way from her roots as a young actress in 1999’s Get Real. However, her march to the top was not a solitary move, and she has found several inspirations along the way.
Remarkably, one of those celebrated stars on her list is none other than Tom Cruise, even if it is less of an indirect influence and more of a coincidental comparison. The Mission Impossible actor boasts unmatched star power and a major chunk of it has to do with his own dedication and commitment to the craft.
In an interesting parallel, Hathaway sharing some of her work ethics with the action hero may not allow her to call it quits with her professional life just yet.
Anne Hathaway and Tom Cruise have something in common
In their decades-long stints in various roles, both stars have rubbed their shoulders with some of the biggest names in Hollywood before going on to become one of them. Moreover, despite not sharing screen space, Anne Hathaway has found some likeness with Tom Cruise concerning her dedication to the craft.
An insider spoke to Life&Style magazine and disclosed how the One Day actress quickly transforms into a focused personality the moment she enters on-set, despite her thoughts centering around her family as well, something that they described as a “Tom Cruise-level of focus”.
The comparisons did not stop there. Much like the Top Gun star, Hathaway too has starred in action-heavy roles in flicks like Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight Rises, where she essayed the role of Catwoman. Additionally, the source mentioned that the actress continually seeks action versatility along with her traditional rom-com roles, the very fact that does not allow her to settle into a genre or stagnate.
Remember, Anne has done and continues to want to do action movies and show off that side of herself too! I don’t think she’d ever be happy with a career where she’s only acting in rom-coms, even though she’s as good at that genre as anybody.
Finally, her mettle also does not come without the work being put in, something that she has taken up with fervor regardless of her age, again pretty much like Tom Cruise.
Jennifer Garner is another such inspiration for the actress
Being a mother of two and 41 years of age has not stopped Anne Hathaway from maintaining her body and physicality, with a gym routine catered to agility and action, featuring prominently in her daily routine.
Seeking inspiration on this side, the same source quoted that Daredevil actress, Jennifer Garner has had a profound influence on her, noting the former’s hold on martial arts and regular action outings.
Anne also brings that fire to her workouts, and she’s like a 22-year-old when she’s in the gym and keeping her body tight and toned.
The youthfulness that Hathaway brings into her life is the very reason that she is still active and kicking on the entertainment front. As of 2024, she will be returning to her rom-com roots, starring as Solène in the film adaptation of Robinne Lee’s novel, The Idea of You. The whirlwind romance storyline has her 40-year-old character fall for a 24-year-old lead singer of a boy band, bringing a fresh take on modern romance to the table.
