Tom Cruise, a well-known Hollywood actor, considered pursuing a career in wrestling before his career in acting. In his teenage years, Cruise was heavily involved in athletics and was a talented wrestler. However, a knee injury sustained during a wrestling match forced him to abandon his dreams of becoming a professional wrestler. This injury, although disappointing at the time, was ultimately a blessing in disguise as it paved the way for his successful acting career. Today, Cruise is known for his iconic roles in blockbuster movies such as the Mission Impossible series, Top Gun, and Jerry Maguire.