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2023

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Why was Hollywood actor Tom Cruise in the news?
A
He broke his leg during the filming of the new Mission Impossible film
B
He has returned three of his Golden Globe awards
C
He has been accused of tax evasion
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -At the time, Cruise returned three awards that he received in previous ceremonies after the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA), the non-profit organisation which runs the awards, was accused of lacking diversity.

Detailed explanation-2: -Tom Cruise returned his awards because of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. According to CNN, Tom Cruise returned his Golden Globe wins to the Hollywood Foreign Press in 2021 due to controversies surrounding the association. HFPA is the organization behind the prestigious Golden Globe awards.

Detailed explanation-3: -Johansson, who, at the time had been nominated for five Golden Globes herself, urged others in the film industry to boycott the organisation unless it makes significant internal changes. The actor recalled facing “sexist questions and remarks by certain HFPA members that bordered on sexual harassment".

Detailed explanation-4: -Cruise’s three Golden Globe wins came for “Jerry Maguire” (actor in a comedy or musical), “Magnolia” (supporting actor), and “Born on the Fourth of July” (actor in a drama).

Detailed explanation-5: -The Golden Globes-dropped by its US broadcaster last year amid allegations of racism, sexism and conflicts of interest-will return to TV next year. The annual Hollywood awards show was dumped by NBC following reports of a lack of diversity among its voters.

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