At 95, Clint Eastwood remains one of Hollywood’s most enduring figures. Known as both an actor and director, he has shaped cinema for more than six decades. Despite his age, he shows no sign of retiring and continues to add new projects to his long career.
Recently, acclaimed filmmaker Cameron Crowe shared a story that revealed Eastwood’s admiration for a modern star. During a dinner arranged by their mutual lawyer, Eastwood made a bold statement about Tom Cruise. The moment left a lasting impression on Crowe, who described it in a conversation with The New York Times.
Clint Eastwood Calls Tom Cruise a Career to Watch
Crowe admitted that he felt nervous about sitting beside Eastwood at the dinner. But the Hollywood legend broke the silence by leaning over and saying, “Tom Cruise.” Crowe replied that he loved working with Cruise, to which Eastwood responded, “In a hundred years, they’re gonna look back—that’s the career, Tom Cruise’s career.”
For Crowe, the comment summed up Cruise’s unmatched place in modern cinema. He explained that when history reduces film to simple names and milestones, Tom Cruise will stand out. Crowe also revealed that he hopes to collaborate with Cruise again, calling his career one of constant reinvention.
Eastwood Stays Active While Honoring Hollywood Legends
Even as he praises others, Eastwood continues to pursue his own work. His longtime screenwriter told the Daily Express that the star will “never retire” and may even “die on set.” True to that prediction, Eastwood already has films lined up for 2025.
Speaking with Austria’s Kurier, Eastwood assured fans that his health remains strong. He said age has given him more experience and perspective, insisting that creativity only grows with time. Reflecting on Hollywood’s golden years, he explained that his philosophy is simple: keep learning, keep creating, and never stand still.