‘He’s Sagging Just like the Rest of Us’: Tom Cruise, 61, Flashes Shirtless Torso at Beach, Sparking Online Discussion

Tom Cruise surprised fans with his latest sighting at a Spanish beach. His shirtless photos raised eyebrows, revealing signs of aging despite his reputation as a fitness enthusiast. He has previously opened up about the diverse activities he engages in to keep him youthful.

Tom Cruise enjoyed a day at Formentor Beach in Majorca, Spain, wearing navy blue shorts and smiling as he waded into the water—a pleasant break from his busy filming schedule.

Earlier, he was spotted in casual clothes boarding a sailboat with filmmaker Alejandro Gonzalez Iñarritu, suggesting leisure time or potential new projects.

Photos of Tom quickly circulated, prompting comments from netizens that ranged from admiration of his fitness to critiques of his aging body. One netizen bluntly remarked, "Looks saggy to me," while another questioned, "What happened to his chest???"

A third assumed, "clear signs of muscle atrophy," and someone else exclaimed, "That’s an old man body!!!!" Another disappointed fan simply stated, "Not ripped. I see flab." However, not all comments were critical.

Some fans rushed to Tom's defense, with one noting, "Yep, he's sagging just like the rest of us 60+ that's what happens when you are blessed to live long enough."

Another supporter chimed in, "I'm going to need to see Tom Cruises birth certificate no way is he 61 he looks incredible GO TOM!!!!" A fan also declared, "He looks great who cares about his age he’s an icon."

Tom's dedication to wellness is evident not just in how the public sees him, but also in his personal health practices.

In a 2023 interview with Men's Health, Tom detailed the diverse activities that keep him youthful: "Sea-kayaking, caving... fencing, treadmill, weights... rock-climbing, hiking... I jog... I do so many different activities," he explained.

Anne Elliott, a sports scientist at Middlesex University, supported Tom’s varied approach, noting it helps maintain flexibility and balance—essential aspects of staying youthful. She said, "How we move conveys energy and youth—not how buff we are."

Tom's recent appearance at Formenter Beach followed his sighting in the UK in April, which aligned with his daughter Suri Cruise's 18th birthday celebration. The duo's distant relationship sparked netizens' discussion.

Suri celebrated her birthday in New York, where she lives with her mom, Katie Holmes. Amid Suri's birthday, Tom was spotted in London on location filming "Mission Impossible 8."

Despite the physical distance between Suri and her father, a social media user thought their relationship might take a different turn from then on. “Suri is 18 now. All kids love their parents. I wouldn’t be surprised if Suri now will have a relationship with her father,” the Facebook user opined.

The actor’s youngest and estranged daughter was seen out with a friend in New York City, holding a birthday present while she slayed in a denim jacket and matching bootcut jeans. She was clutching a pink umbrella during a wet day in the Big Apple.

Suri’s appearance also sparked a mixed bag of reactions from social media, but her resemblance to her mother, Katie, stood out to commenters.

“Beautiful girl, looks like her Momma❣️🫶” a social media user gushed. “Gorgeous!!! A photocopy of her mama,” an Instagrammer agreed. “Wow, she is her mom’s twin!” someone else wrote. “I thought this was her mom 😮, another added.

Other social media users took note of Suri’s umbrella for different reasons. “She need not much for a perfect birthday party. Friends, an umbrella and the rest is coming!! Our girl is a woman!! Strong as her mother!!😍” an X user commented.

While turning 18 is a significant milestone for anyone, this age appears to be especially momentous for Suri Cruise, as she could gain the legal freedom to openly talk about her father, his beliefs in Scientology, and their reported estrangement.

Tony Ortega, a seasoned researcher of Scientology, shared, "Suri would have been too young to sign any agreement, but she will now be free to talk if she wants to, and it's going to be really interesting if she has something to say."

Tony also explained that part of why Katie left when she did when Suri was six, was because she would have witnessed what Tom's other kids, Isabella and Connor, went through because of Scientology.

Now 18, Suri not only has the legal right to speak out but also the autonomy to decide whether to embrace Scientology or pursue her own path.

From birth, Suri sparked a global frenzy as the daughter of A-list celebrities. At five months, she made her debut on the cover of Vanity Fair in the loving arms of her parents, who were still married, snapped by the then couple's photographer, Anne Leibovitz.

At 18, Suri would face a pivotal decision of whether to embrace the level of fame she experienced as a child, marked by blogs dedicated to her fashion or to continue living the private life that Katie has meticulously crafted for her since she gave Tom their divorce papers.

During the divorce, court documents revealed that Tom acknowledged that Katie filed for divorce to protect Suri from the religion, Scientology. Yet, Katie reportedly signed non-disclosure agreements barring her from discussing her marriage to Tom and her immersion in Scientology.

Katie has always been protective of Suri. In 2017, she stated that her child was the most important person to her, emphasizing that her upbringing was paramount to her work at the time. She shared the importance of being present for her child and giving her a stable, innocent childhood.

Katie felt blessed to do what she did in her career, but she believed that nothing in the world was better than watching her child succeed. The actress endeavored to cherish Suri's childhood while it lasted.

Katie acknowledged the bittersweet reality that children grow more independent each day. Despite the inevitable sadness of their eventual departure, she aimed to provide everything Suri needed before she ventured into her own path.

When Suri was 14, actress Leah Remini believed that Tom intended to wait until his daughter was older to introduce her to Scientology. According to Leah, Scientology viewed Katie as a suppressive person, an enemy.

This meant Tom believed Katie couldn't have a relationship with Suri. Leah also suggested that Tom's plan was to eventually draw Suri into Scientology as she grew older, potentially distancing her from her mother.

Leah expressed surprise at Katie's sudden breakup from Tom in 2012. She recalled Katie being deeply immersed in Tom's Scientology world. However, Leah commended Katie for prioritizing her daughter's well-being.

Leah suggested there might be an agreement in place to safeguard Suri. She added that she was proud of Katie for removing her daughter from what could have been a harmful situation for both Suri and their relationship.

Still, Regarding the future, former Scientology spokesperson Mike Rinder, who hasn't seen his two eldest children since leaving the organization, conveyed, "Suri is not a Scientologist and never will be…she deserves love and sympathy."

Over the years, Katie has showered her daughter with love and care, offering solace after a tumultuous childhood due to her parents' divorce. Soon, Suri will have the freedom to shape her path, empowered to make her own choices as she enters adulthood.