According to Fandomwire, Jamie Foxx’s multifaceted talent and versatility in the entertainment industry have garnered him widespread acclaim. Not only has he established himself as a skilled actor, but his musical abilities and comedic timing have also earned him accolades. Foxx seamlessly transitioned into acting, laying the groundwork for a remarkable career. Reflecting on his journey, he expressed gratitude to Tom Cruise for his significant contribution to his success.
Foxx’s breakthrough came with the film “Ray,” where he portrayed legendary musician Ray Charles. This role solidified Foxx’s reputation and propelled him to stardom. In 2004, he received an Academy Award for Best Actor, a milestone he never anticipated achieving.
Foxx attributed the success of “Ray” to the intervention of Tom Cruise. Before starring in “Ray,” Foxx had the opportunity to work alongside Cruise in the film “Collateral.” Although “Collateral” wasn’t on the same level as “Ray,” it was a success in its own right. Foxx expressed his desire to share the screen with Cruise, and Cruise played a crucial role in making it happen.
Foxx recalled:
“I don’t see him for years and then ‘Collateral’ came up, and everyone was searching for this person to be next to Tom Cruise. He remembered this personality test that I did, and we ended up working together.” It was a fortuitous turn of events that led them to collaborate.
“I don’t see him for years and then Collateral came up and everyone was searching for this person to be next to Tom Cruise. He remembered this personality test that I did and we ended up working together.”
However, Cruise’s impact on Foxx’s career went beyond their collaboration in “Collateral.” Recognizing Foxx’s potential, Cruise strategically adjusted the release schedules for their respective films. He allowed “Collateral” to be released before “Ray,” ensuring that the buzz and attention from their joint project would contribute to the success of Foxx’s portrayal of Ray Charles.
Foxx acknowledged Cruise’s instrumental role, stating:
“He changed the projection of my career because he allowed ‘Collateral’ to come out first and then let Ray Charles come out so there would be heat for Ray Charles. Cause if Ray Charles had come out before ‘Collateral,’ I wouldn’t have had that look, so I always take my hat off to Cruise.”
And in actuality, he changed the projection of my career because he allowed Collateral to come out first, and then let Ray Charles come out, so there would be heat (interest) for Ray Charles. Cause if Ray Charles had come out before Collateral, I wouldn’t have had that look (buzz), so I always take my hat off (to Cruise.)”
