Hannah Waddingham says she has ‘no time’ for Tom Cruise critics

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Hannah Waddingham has called out those who criticise Tom Cruise, saying she has “no time” for it. After recalling how she spent “five intense days” with Cruise on the USS George HW Bush fighter carrier, Waddingham told TV chef Martin: “I have to say, I have a real problem with anybody that goes at him now.” She continued: “He is without doubt one of the loveliest and encouraging, positive and inspiring human beings I have ever met. “Backstage, I found these three Golden Globe awards that Tom Cruise returned,” the comedian said, adding: “I think maybe we take these three things and exchange them for the safe return of Shelly Miscavige.” Watch Apple TV+ free for 7 days New subscribers only. An attorney representing the Church of Scientology said in 2018 the claims were “appalling”, adding: “Mrs Miscavige is not missing.” Earlier this year, Judd Apatow also took aim at Cruise’s links to Scientology in a series of jokes while hosting the Directors Guild of America Awards.