Tom Cruise was honored for his service to the Navy, which increased the recruitment of pilots in the 1980s and 1990s.

Tom Cruise, the world's most famous fictional "Top Gun," was honored on Tuesday with ... public appreciation for those who serve in uniform. Cruise attended a London Air Ambulance fundraiser ...

After years of playing military heroes on screen, Tom Cruise is now one in real life. The “Top Gun” star was honored with the Department ... personnel and the sacrifices they make while in uniform,” ...

Tom Cruise played a U.S. Navy aviator in the "Top Gun" movies, and now he's being recognized by the military branch for his on-screen contributions.

After years of playing military heroes on screen, Tom Cruise is now one in real life. The “Top Gun” star was honored ... sacrifices they make while in uniform,” the release read.